$425,000
SOLD SEP 2, 2025

1227 Grove Ave Berwyn, IL 60402

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
2,120 Sq Ft
1925 Built

Recently Sold

$200 Per Sq Ft

6% Above List Price

11 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Recreation Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Deck
  • American Four Square Architecture
  • Whirlpool Bathtub

About This Home

As of September 2025

Welcome to this delightful 3-bedroom, 1.1-bathroom home nestled in the heart of Berwyn. This charming residence offers a perfect blend of classic character and modern convenience. As you step inside, you'll be greeted by a spacious living room that flows seamlessly into a formal dining area, perfect for entertaining guests. The kitchen is well-appointed with ample cabinetry and counter space, making meal preparation a breeze. One of the standout features of this home is the inviting first-floor family room, providing additional space for relaxation & entertainment. Large windows throughout the home allow for plenty of natural light, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Upstairs, you'll find three bedrooms, each with its own unique charm and a surprise tandem. The full bathroom is conveniently located to serve all bedrooms, while a half bath on the main floor adds extra convenience for guests. Outside, the property boasts a large, lovely backyard, perfect for summer barbecues or simply enjoying the outdoors. The home is situated in a friendly neighborhood, close to schools, parks, shopping, and dining options, making it an ideal location.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lisa Pasquesi

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475138982 Listed on: 07/24/2025

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Last Buyer's Agent

Amber Kardosh

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,019

Year Built

  • Built in 1925

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 37.5x137
  • Fenced
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • American Four Square Architecture
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,120 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Breakfast Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Recreation Room
  • Workshop
  • Utility Room with Study Area
  • Tandem Room
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms
  • Whirlpool Bathtub

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Sump Pump

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Schools

  • Prairie Oak Elementary School
  • Lincoln Middle School
  • J Sterling Morton West High Scho

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,019

Year Built

Built in 1925

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: American 4-Sq.
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Age: 91-100 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
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Basement: Partially Finished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • LivingArea: 2120
  • Other Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room, Recreation Room, Tandem Room, Foyer, Deck, Workshop
  • Window Features: Skylight(s)
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Bathroom Amenities: Whirlpool
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Stucco
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Features: Landscaped
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Prairie Oak School
  • High School: J Sterling Morton West High Scho
  • Middle/Junior School: Lincoln Middle School

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Dimensions: 37.5X137
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 16
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 9018.74
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 24, 2025
Closed on
Aug 28, 2025
Sold by
Madden Andrew J and Madden Abigail L
Bought by
Thomas Frederick and Lester Sophie
Seller's Agent
Lisa Pasquesi
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Amber Kardosh
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$400,000
Sold Price
$425,000
Premium/Discount to List
$25,000
6.25%
Views
1
Current Estimated Value
$424,062

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$938
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.17%
Original Mortgage
$403,750
Outstanding Balance
$403,394
Interest Rate
6.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$28,417

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 18, 2020
Closed on
Aug 26, 2020
Sold by
Siegel Bruce A and Siegel Donna F
Bought by
Madden Andrew J and Madden Abigail L
Seller's Agent
Bethanny Alexander
Baird & Warner
Buyer's Agent
Lisa Pasquesi
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$315,000
Sold Price
$313,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,000
-0.63%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.31%
Original Mortgage
$297,350
Interest Rate
3.12%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 12, 2007
Sold by
Siegel Bruce A and Siegel Donna F
Bought by
Siegel Bruce A and Siegel Donna F

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$215,000
Interest Rate
6.31%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 22, 2004
Sold by
Siegel Bruce A
Bought by
Siegel Bruce A and Frary Donna S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$34,500
Interest Rate
5.46%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 28, 2000
Sold by
Palczynski Vern E and Miller Wilbert
Bought by
Siegel Bruce A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$149,900
Interest Rate
7.99%
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $425,000 Chicago Title Insurance Compan
Warranty Deed $313,000 Baird & Warner Ttl Svcs Inc
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Service Link
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- First American Title
Warranty Deed $160,000 Chicago Title Insurance Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $403,750 New Conventional
Previous Owner $297,350 New Conventional
Previous Owner $215,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $34,500 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $149,900 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
09/02/2025 09/02/25 Sold $425,000 +6.3% $200 / Sq Ft
08/21/2025 08/21/25 For Sale $400,000 +27.8% $189 / Sq Ft
08/04/2025 08/04/25 Pending -- -- --
09/03/2020 09/03/20 Sold $313,000 -0.6% $148 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/22/2020 06/22/20 Pending -- -- --
06/18/2020 06/18/20 For Sale $315,000 -- $149 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

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 $9,019 $32,000 $5,779 $26,221
2024 $9,019 $32,000 $5,779 $26,221
2023 $6,384 $32,000 $5,779 $26,221
2022 $6,384 $19,351 $5,009 $14,342
2021 $7,386 $19,349 $5,008 $14,341
2020 $6,039 $19,349 $5,008 $14,341
2019 $7,189 $20,860 $4,494 $16,366
2018 $6,904 $20,860 $4,494 $16,366
2017 $6,714 $20,860 $4,494 $16,366
2016 $5,406 $15,279 $3,724 $11,555
2015 $5,253 $15,279 $3,724 $11,555
2014 $5,128 $15,279 $3,724 $11,555
2013 $5,565 $18,145 $3,724 $14,421
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12451307

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 16-19-107-040-0000

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