NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1227 Ashland Ave River Forest, IL 60305

Estimated Value: $777,000 - $873,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,552 Sq Ft
$325/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 03, 2023

Last sale price $580,000 $227 Per Sq Ft

Est. 43% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,822/month

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Rooftop Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Willard Elementary School Rated A
  • Home Office
  • 4-minute walk to Constitution Park

About This Home

As of April 2023

Custom built by original owner, this 1930s beauty is located in River Forest, which is best known for its wide-ranging historic architecture, and is proudly displayed at this property. A winding front sidewalk brings you to curved concrete steps where you'll enter into the hallway and catch your first glimpse of the splendid central staircase. From the inviting foyer you'll see hardwood floors that flow to the molded, column-bottomed doorways, as well as generous sized windows in the living room, with a wood burning fireplace that is sure to make for cozy days and nights. A large dining room, with almost floor to ceiling bay windows, can only compliment all of your dining and entertaining. The nearby updated kitchen has granite countertops, plenty of storage within the 42" oak cabinets, a double sink, and a wonderfully sized eat in area. On the main level you will also find a half bath and private office space, with plenty of windows, and one of the many original doors in this home. As you walk up the staircase and notice the skylight, the second level landing is sure to impress before entering any one of the four bedrooms. The sprawling primary bedroom, with double closets and a full bathroom, will feel like a private suite just for you. Three nicely sized additional bedrooms and an updated hallway bathroom also make up the second level, with a hallway closet for linens and storage. Back on the main level, through the kitchen you'll find a convenient hallway to the attached garage, backyard, and basement, and keeps you out of the elements when coming home. Speaking of convenience, the second floor laundry chute was designed for that reason as well, and deposits in the large unfinished basement. With plenty of space for mechanicals, and storage, the basement is a blank slate for your needs. Concrete side driveway with wrap around to attached two car brick garage. Large lot provides ample front yard, and very generously sized back yard. Atop the garage is a covered rooftop space accessible through the middle back bedroom which overlooks the expansive yard. You are sure to love the convenience of the location. Due to Trust, home is sold in "as is" condition.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lynn Bjorvik

Coldwell Banker Realty License #471010696 Listed on: 02/03/2023

Coldwell Banker Realty

Co-Listed By

Josephine Ceglarek

Coldwell Banker Realty License #475131687

Last Buyer's Agent

Patricia McGowan

Baird & Warner License #475133179

Baird & Warner

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $14,152

Year Built

  • Built in 1934

Lot Details

  • 9,191

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • No Garage
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 2,552 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Wood Flooring
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Potential Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Schools

  • Willard Elementary School
  • Roosevelt Middle School
  • Oak Park & River Forest High Sch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Additional Features

  • Rooftop Deck
  • Lot Dimensions are 50 x 180

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$14,152

Year Built

Built in 1934

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 1934
  • Age: 81-90 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors
  • LivingArea: 2552
  • Room Type: Office, Eating Area, Foyer
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Roof Deck
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Number of Cars: 2
  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Details: None/NA
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Willard Elementary School
  • High School: Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
  • Middle/Junior School: Roosevelt School

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 50 X 180
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 8
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 14152.01
  • Tax Year: 2021

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 3, 2023
Closed on
Apr 3, 2023
Sold by
Dolores M Michael Trust
Bought by
Schaefer Michael and Lealiou Julie
Seller's Agent
Lynn Bjorvik
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Patricia McGowan
Baird & Warner
List Price
$575,000
Sold Price
$580,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
0.87%
Views
33
Current Estimated Value
$828,533

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$248,533
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.85%
Original Mortgage
$510,400
Outstanding Balance
$494,700
Interest Rate
6.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$333,833

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 3, 2002
Sold by
Michael Dolores M
Bought by
Michael Dolores M and Dolores M Michael Trust
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Schaefer Michael $580,000 None Listed On Document
Michael Dolores M -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Schaefer Michael $510,400
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
04/03/2023 04/03/23 Sold $580,000 +0.9% $227 / Sq Ft
02/12/2023 02/12/23 Pending -- -- --
02/03/2023 02/03/23 For Sale $575,000 -- $225 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $17,926 $71,450 $14,030 $57,420
2024 $17,926 $71,450 $14,030 $57,420
2023 $14,643 $74,000 $14,030 $59,970
2022 $14,643 $51,502 $12,190 $39,312
2021 $14,152 $51,501 $12,190 $39,311
2020 $13,953 $51,501 $12,190 $39,311
2019 $14,092 $51,566 $11,040 $40,526
2018 $13,337 $51,566 $11,040 $40,526
2017 $10,512 $51,566 $11,040 $40,526
2016 $12,894 $48,557 $9,200 $39,357
2015 $13,306 $48,557 $9,200 $39,357
2014 $11,935 $48,557 $9,200 $39,357
2013 $11,909 $46,714 $9,200 $37,514
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11712602

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 15-01-113-016-0000