NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1260 N Western Ave Unit 303 Lake Forest, IL 60045

Estimated Value: $423,000 - $503,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,703 Sq Ft
$523/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold November 17, 2021

Last sale price $300,000 $176 Per Sq Ft

Est. 49% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,424/month

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Attached Garage
  • Resident Manager or Management On Site
  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Sheridan Elementary School Rated A
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Heated Garage

About This Home

As of November 2021

Sought after top floor, east and south facing corner condo offers over 1700 square feet, two bedrooms, two full baths, a den, 18" balcony with access from the kitchen and den, convenient in-unit laundry room accommodates a full sized washer and dryer and two spaces in the heated garage. Crystal Point, Lake Forest's first condominiums is certainly a success story. Six buildings located on seven acres within walking distance to downtown Lake Forest where owners enjoy the "Art of Living Graciously" as the original pre-construction brochure boasts and that is still true today! Each building is self-managed and meticulously maintained, the lobbies tastefully decorated to welcome your guests. A management company takes care of the grounds, the pool and parking. When originally built, spaciousness was a key consideration in the design and you will find over 1700 square feet in this sunny corner condo. During construction, all condominiums were wrapped in concrete and steel for extraordinary sound and fireproofing. Building amenities include a party room, an exercise room with sauna and bath, additional storage for each owner, an outdoor swimming pool and an abundance of guest parking. Walk to the Metra, shops and restaurants. DISCOVER LAKE FOREST: Friendly small-town atmosphere; Award winning schools; Low property taxes; Historic Market Square for shopping and dining; Lake Michigan resident's beach; Active community centers; Metra to Ogilvie and Union stations; State of the art medical facility; Easy access to I-294 and Rt.41.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Christine Puszynski

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #471007859 Listed on: 08/07/2021

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Carolyn Diesi

Baird & Warner License #475135129

Baird & Warner

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,165

Year Built

  • 1975

Lot Details

  • 1,960

HOA Fees

  • $523 per month

Parking

  • Attached Garage
  • Heated Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • Dual Sinks
  • Combination Dining and Living Room

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Community Details

Overview

  • 32 Units
  • Brittany Raff Association, Phone Number (847) 724-7850
  • Property managed by Nimrod

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed
  • Pets up to 35 lbs

Security

  • Resident Manager or Management On Site

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,165

Year Built

1975

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$523 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Type Attached: Condo
  • Property Sub Type: Condo
  • Age: 41-50 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: Commuter Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Unit Floor Level: 3
  • Directions: Western North of Laurel Avenue to 1260 North on west side of the street. Street parking is available.
  • Lot Size: PER SURVEY
  • New Construction: No
  • Ownership: Condo
  • Subdivision Name: Crystal Point
  • Special Features: None
  • Year Built: 1975

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Electric Oven
  • Has Basement: None
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Assessed Sq Ft: 1703
  • Basement Description: None
  • Bathroom Amenities: Double Sink
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Possible Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Interior Amenities: Elevator, Wood Laminate Floors, First Floor Laundry, Storage, Flexicore, Walk-In Closet(s), Lobby
  • Other Equipment: TV-Cable
  • Dining Room Type: Den, Foyer, Balcony/Porch/Lanai, Walk In Closet
  • Stories: 3

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, In Ground Pool, Storms/Screens, End Unit, Cable Access
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Lot Features: Landscaped
  • Other Structures: Garage(s)
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 2
  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Heated
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Electric
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Sewer: Sewer-Storm
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Management: Manager Off-site
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Management Company: Nimrod
  • Management Contact Name: Brittany Raff
  • Management Phone: 847-724-7850
  • Amenities: Elevator(s), Exercise Room, Storage, Party Room, Pool, Laundry
  • Association Fee: 523
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit, Size Limit

Fee Information

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

Schools

  • Elementary School: Sheridan Elementary School
  • High School: Lake Forest High School
  • Junior High Dist: 115
  • Middle Or Junior School: Deer Path Middle School

Lot Info

  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Special Assessments: N
  • Zero Lot Line: No
  • Additional Parcels: No

Rental Info

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

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 32

Tax Info

  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior
  • Tax Annual Amount: 6079.36
  • Tax Year: 2020

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 7, 2021
Closed on
Oct 20, 2021
Sold by
Johnson Jeanne M and Jeanne M Johnson Trust
Bought by
Boudreau Sonia and Balian Aurea
Seller's Agent
Christine Puszynski
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Carolyn Diesi
Baird & Warner
List Price
$300,000
Sold Price
$300,000
Current Estimated Value
$447,892

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$147,892
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.32%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 25, 2018
Sold by
Johnson Jeanne M and Carl R Johnson Trust
Bought by
Johnson Jeanne M and Jeanne M Johnson Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 12, 2003
Sold by
Frederick Colette A and Joanne M Hettler Living Trust
Bought by
Johnson Carl R and Johnson Jeanne M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 16, 2000
Sold by
Hettler Joanne M
Bought by
Hettler Joanne M and Joanne M Hettler Living Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 8, 1999
Sold by
Miller Patricia A and Thurlow John
Bought by
Hettler Joanne M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 27, 1994
Sold by
Boyle James J
Bought by
Thurlow James E and Thurlow Rita A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$70,000
Interest Rate
8.53%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 31, 1992
Sold by
Mccoy Elizabeth M
Bought by
Boyle James J and Boyle Evelyn Jones
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
Boudreau Sonia $300,000 Chicago Title
Johnson Jeanne M -- None Available
Johnson Carl R $322,000 St
Hettler Joanne M -- --
Hettler Joanne M $214,000 --
Thurlow James E $205,000 --
Boyle James J -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Thurlow James E $70,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/17/2021 11/17/21 Sold $300,000 0.0% $176 / Sq Ft
08/10/2021 08/10/21 Pending -- -- --
08/07/2021 08/07/21 For Sale $300,000 -- $176 / 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 $6,165 $114,942 $11,930 $103,012
2023 $6,165 $105,956 $10,997 $94,959
2022 $5,675 $99,990 $10,378 $89,612
2021 $6,217 $110,984 $10,288 $100,696
2020 $6,079 $111,598 $10,345 $101,253
2019 $5,774 $109,549 $10,155 $99,394
2018 $4,433 $94,616 $12,238 $82,378
2017 $4,277 $93,034 $12,033 $81,001
2016 $3,654 $80,503 $10,412 $70,091
2015 $3,580 $75,803 $9,804 $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: 11182858

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 12-28-108-105