NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1260 N Western Ave Unit 203 Lake Forest, IL 60045

Estimated Value: $416,000 - $472,930

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,703 Sq Ft
$540/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold August 17, 2023

Last sale price $319,000 $187 Per Sq Ft

Est. 36% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,414/month

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • End Unit
  • Party Room
  • Sheridan Elementary School Rated A
  • Community Pool
  • Den

About This Home

As of August 2023

This second-floor end unit boasts a spacious 1,703 square feet with abundant natural light from its southern and eastern exposures. Offering two bedrooms plus a den, two indoor parking spaces, and a storage unit. Freshly painted plus the dishwasher was replaced in 2018, the microwave in 2014, and a new roof for the building in 2018. Enjoy the convenience of maintenance-free condo living in a pet-friendly building in downtown Lake Forest. This building features an elevator, a party room, an exercise room, and an outdoor swimming pool. Beautifully landscaped grounds throughout the complex. Conveniently located within walking distance of shops, restaurants, and the Metra.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lori Baker

Compass License #475134193 Listed on: 07/17/2023

Compass

Co-Listed By

Alissa McNicholas

Compass License #475134192

Last Buyer's Agent

Susan Brown Burklin

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475157497

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,397

Year Built

  • Built in 1975

Lot Details

  • 1,917

HOA Fees

  • $540 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Heated Garage
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1,703 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Family Room
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Den
  • Storage

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Potential Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Schools

  • Sheridan Elementary School
  • Deer Path Middle School
  • Lake Forest High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating Available
  • Lake Michigan Water

Additional Features

  • Balcony
  • End Unit

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, insurance, tv/cable, exercise facilities, pool, exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavenger, snow removal
  • 32 Units
  • Nimrod Association, Phone Number (847) 724-7850
  • Crystal Point Subdivision, 2 Bedroom/Den/2 Car Floorplan
  • Property managed by Nimrod

Amenities

  • Party Room
  • Elevator
  • Community Storage Space

Recreation

  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool

Pet Policy

  • Pets up to 35 lbs
  • Limit on the number of pets
  • Pet Size Limit
  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,397

Year Built

Built in 1975

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$540 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Type Attached: Condo
  • Ownership: Condo
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: Condo
  • Subdivision Name: Crystal Point
  • Year Built: 1975
  • Age: 41-50 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Unit Floor Level: 2
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 3

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Interior Amenities: Laundry Hook-Up in Unit, Storage, Built-in Features
  • LivingArea: 1703
  • Room Type: Den
  • Stories Total: 3
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: None
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Balcony, End Unit
  • List Price: 319000
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Number of Cars: 2
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s),Heated
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: N/A
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Electric
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan, Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit, Size Limit
  • Association Fee: 540
  • Association Amenities: Elevator(s), Exercise Room, Storage, Party Room, Pool
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Management Company: Nimrod
  • Management Contact Name: Nimrod
  • Management Phone: 847-724-7850
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Insurance, TV/Cable, Exercise Facilities, Pool, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal

Schools

  • Elementary School: Sheridan Elementary School
  • High School: Lake Forest High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Deer Path Middle School
  • Middle/Junior School District: 67

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: CONDO
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Special Assessments: N
  • Zero Lot Line: No

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 2
  • Pets Allowed (Y/N): Yes
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes
  • Max Pet Weight: 35

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 6397.32
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 32

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 1, 2023
Sold by
Erlander Sheri Erlander and Erlander Kenneth
Bought by
Kenneth R Erlander And Sheri L Erlander Livin
Current Estimated Value
$434,483

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 17, 2023
Closed on
Aug 10, 2023
Sold by
David Peter Murawski Trust and Joy B Murawski Trust
Bought by
Erlander Kenneth and Erlander Sheri
Seller's Agent
Lori Baker
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Susan Brown Burklin
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$309,000
Sold Price
$319,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,000
3.24%
Views
15

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
15.10%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 17, 2020
Sold by
Murawski David P and Murawski Joy B
Bought by
Murawski David Peter and David Peter Murawski Trust

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 1, 2013
Closed on
Apr 25, 2013
Sold by
Means Janet B and Janet B Means Trust
Bought by
Murawski David P and Murawski Joy B
Seller's Agent
Marsha Noble
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Lori Baker
Compass
List Price
$255,000
Sold Price
$188,125
Premium/Discount to List
-$66,875
-26.23%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.86%
Original Mortgage
$141,000
Interest Rate
3.62%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 28, 2002
Sold by
Declaration Ruben Norma and Declaration Gilbert Ruben Self
Bought by
Means Janet B and Janet B Means Trust Agreement

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 27, 1999
Sold by
Declaration Ruben Gilbert and Declaration Gilber Ruben Self
Bought by
Ruben Norma
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
Kenneth R Erlander And Sheri L Erlander Livin -- Accommodation/Courtesy Recordi
Erlander Kenneth $319,000 Chicago Title
Murawski David Peter -- None Available
Murawski David P $188,125 None Available
Means Janet B $290,000 --
Ruben Norma -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Murawski David P $141,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/17/2023 08/17/23 Sold $319,000 0.0% $187 / Sq Ft
07/18/2023 07/18/23 Pending -- -- --
07/17/2023 07/17/23 Price Changed $319,000 +3.2% $187 / Sq Ft
07/17/2023 07/17/23 For Sale $309,000 +64.3% $181 / Sq Ft
04/26/2013 04/26/13 Sold $188,125 -17.8% $110 / Sq Ft
04/01/2013 04/01/13 Pending -- -- --
03/19/2013 03/19/13 Price Changed $229,000 -6.5% $134 / Sq Ft
03/08/2013 03/08/13 Price Changed $245,000 -3.9% $144 / Sq Ft
03/01/2013 03/01/13 For Sale $255,000 -- $150 / 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
2024 $6,962 $128,687 $11,747 $116,940
2023 $6,397 $118,628 $10,829 $107,799
2022 $6,397 $111,949 $10,219 $101,730
2021 $6,217 $110,984 $10,131 $100,853
2020 $6,079 $111,598 $10,187 $101,411
2019 $5,774 $109,549 $10,000 $99,549
2018 $4,608 $94,428 $12,050 $82,378
2017 $4,528 $92,850 $11,849 $81,001
2016 $3,908 $80,344 $10,253 $70,091
2015 $3,847 $75,653 $9,654 $65,999
2014 $3,102 $66,809 $11,467 $55,342
2012 $3,122 $67,388 $11,566 $55,822
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11833377

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 12-28-108-094