NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $474,000 - $680,000

5 Beds
3.5 Baths
4,500 Sq Ft
$127/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 10, 2023

Last sale price $420,000 $93 Per Sq Ft

Est. 32% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,873/month

38 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Palos East Elementary School Rated A
  • Wooded Lot
  • Main Floor Bedroom

About This Home

As of March 2023

Live among towering Oak trees on this beautiful hillside lot! This Mid-century ranch with walk-out lower level is tied to a historic Chicago Sports Figure and is truly rich in Palos Park's legacy. A ranch by definition, spacious by design, each room presents an opportunity to keep some of the history while adding your own modern imprint. All rooms on the main floor are spacious and sunny and offer wooded, serene views. The floor-to-ceiling windows and fireplace in the huge Great room and kitchen will be your family's favorite spot to gather and entertain! A total of five bedrooms, three+ baths and three fireplaces await the lucky new owners. Cathedral wood beamed ceilings, and extended outdoor spaces give it that priceless mid-century vibe, while three heating systems insure practicality. Whether you gaze from the windows, enjoy a stroll onto the deck, or walk-out from the finished lower level into a massive Summer-time screened porch, the .73 acre this home is set on will call you home. This home was just appraised at $526,300, don't miss this great opportunity. Fantastic rate buy-down programs at 3.5% from our preferred lender available!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Audrey Johnson

Home Source Realty, Inc License #471005914 Listed on: 12/24/2022

Last Buyer's Agent

Taylor Hesslau

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago License #475202527

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,989

Year Built

  • Built in 1957

Lot Details

  • 0.73 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 145 x 220
  • Wooded Lot

Parking

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

Home Design

  • Earth Berm
  • Walk-Out Ranch
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 4,500 Sq Ft Home
  • Wet Bar
  • Built-In Features
  • Bar
  • Dry Bar
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Whole House Fan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Double Sided Fireplace
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Screened Porch
  • Storage Room
  • Carpet

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Potential Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Dual Sinks
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Sink Near Laundry

Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Sump Pump
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Deck

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Two Heating Systems
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Steam

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Community Details

Overview

  • Mid Century Hill Side Walk Out Ranch

Recreation

  • Horse Trails

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,989

Year Built

Built in 1957

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: Hillside
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Walk-Out Ranch
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: Hillside
  • Year Built: 1957
  • Age: 61-70 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher
  • Basement: Walkout
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplace Features: Double Sided, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Interior Amenities: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Skylight(s), Bar-Dry, Bar-Wet, First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • LivingArea: 4500
  • Other Equipment: Security System, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Fan-Whole House, Sump Pump
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Deck, Enclosed Porch, Foyer, Storage
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: Finished,Exterior Access
  • Bathroom Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower,Double Sink
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room,Other
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Bathroom: Full

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Balcony, Deck, Porch, Porch Screened
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • List Price: 449900
  • Lot Features: Wooded
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Number of Cars: 2
  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Parking: Garage
  • Type: Eating Area-Table Space,Island,Pantry-Closet

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Forced Air, Steam, Baseboard, Sep Heating Systems - 2+, Other
  • Laundry Features: Sink
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Horse-Riding Area
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Middle/Junior School District: 118

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.734
  • Lot Dimensions: 145 X 220
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 10
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 8988.66
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 24, 2022
Closed on
Mar 9, 2023
Sold by
Kattos George and Kattos Tracy
Bought by
Vara Vincent M and Vara Lauren M
Seller's Agent
Audrey Johnson
Home Source Realty, Inc
Buyer's Agent
Taylor Hesslau
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
List Price
$499,900
Sold Price
$420,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$79,900
-15.98%
Views
658
Current Estimated Value
$555,181

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$135,181
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.81%
Original Mortgage
$399,000
Outstanding Balance
$390,208
Interest Rate
6.99%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$172,034

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 18, 2020
Closed on
May 29, 2020
Sold by
Pappas James G and Pappas George J
Bought by
Kattos George
Seller's Agent
Bridget Gricus
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Audrey Johnson
Home Source Realty, Inc
List Price
$459,900
Sold Price
$433,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$26,900
-5.85%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.09%
Original Mortgage
$368,050
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 14, 2017
Sold by
Muscarello Patricia
Bought by
Pappas George J and The George J Pappas Jr Revocable Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 14, 2007
Sold by
Pappas George J
Bought by
Muscarello Marco J and Trust #1

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 20, 2006
Sold by
Hampston James R and Hampston Ewa V
Bought by
Pappas George J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$106,700
Interest Rate
6.24%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 24, 2001
Sold by
Henry Charles J and Henry Diane M
Bought by
Hampston James R and Hampston Ewa V

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$275,000
Interest Rate
7.23%
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
Vara Vincent M $420,000 None Listed On Document
Kattos George $433,000 Attorney
Pappas George J -- Attorney
Muscarello Marco J -- First American Title Ins Co
Pappas George J $533,500 Multiple
Hampston James R $420,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Vara Vincent M $399,000
Previous Owner Kattos George --
Previous Owner Kattos George $368,050
Previous Owner Pappas George J $106,700
Previous Owner Pappas George J $426,800
Previous Owner Hampston James R $300,000
Previous Owner Hampston James R $70,000
Previous Owner Hampston James R $275,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/10/2023 03/10/23 Sold $420,000 -6.6% $93 / Sq Ft
02/01/2023 02/01/23 Pending -- -- --
01/19/2023 01/19/23 Price Changed $449,900 -2.2% $100 / Sq Ft
01/08/2023 01/08/23 Price Changed $459,900 -8.0% $102 / Sq Ft
12/24/2022 12/24/22 For Sale $499,900 +15.5% $111 / Sq Ft
05/29/2020 05/29/20 Sold $433,000 -5.8% $96 / Sq Ft
04/11/2020 04/11/20 Pending -- -- --
02/18/2020 02/18/20 For Sale $459,900 -- $102 / 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 $10,005 $47,000 $11,990 $35,010
2023 $9,078 $47,000 $11,990 $35,010
2022 $9,078 $35,178 $10,391 $24,787
2021 $9,324 $35,178 $10,391 $24,787
2020 $8,989 $35,178 $10,391 $24,787
2019 $7,260 $35,434 $9,591 $25,843
2018 $7,047 $35,434 $9,591 $25,843
2017 $6,864 $35,434 $9,591 $25,843
2016 $6,370 $29,354 $7,993 $21,361
2015 $6,246 $29,354 $7,993 $21,361
2014 $6,203 $29,354 $7,993 $21,361
2013 $6,278 $31,424 $7,993 $23,431
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11691396

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 23-35-200-020-0000