NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1282 Candlewood Dr Downers Grove, IL 60515

Estimated Value: $815,000 - $942,000

5 Beds
4 Baths
2,815 Sq Ft
$314/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 14, 2024

Last sale price $785,000 $279 Per Sq Ft

Est. 13% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,692/month

44 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Deck
  • Highland Elementary School Rated A-
  • Mature Trees
  • Property is near a park

About This Home

As of May 2024

Multiple offers. Highest and best due by 9am on Monday, April 22. Ready for summer fun...the pool is open! Nestled at the end of the road, in a cul de sac location, half acre setting has wonderful indoor and outdoor spaces to enjoy daily living or entertaining a crowd. An easy floor plan offers so many possibilities for flexible uses throughout the home. The sunny home has views out every window, perennial landscaping, front porch, back deck and patio, gazebo. Additional perks include Smart Home features, Brazilian cherry floors, 2 Kitchens, built-in Pool, so many updates, new light fixtures, views of expansive green space. The main updated Kitchen overlooks the backyard and pool, eating area has access to deck, movable island. Family Room focal point is the fireplace and access to Kitchen. Main level Bedroom also makes an ideal Home Office. Primary bedroom ensuite has a balcony overlooking the pool and yard. The walk-out basement has a very cool vibe with wet bar, fireplace, 2nd kitchen, party lighting, sound, full bathroom...terrific for year round fun! Let the fun begin!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Elaine Pagels

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago License #475126868 Listed on: 03/08/2024

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

Co-Listed By

Brita Pagels

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago License #475161459

Last Buyer's Agent

Eileen Kenah

Keller Williams Experience License #471019702

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,642

Year Built

  • Built in 1978

Lot Details

  • 0.46 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 68x65x30x177x73x290
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Fenced Yard
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Irregular Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Mature Trees

Parking

  • 2.5 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 2,815 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Built-In Features
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Heatilator
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Blinds
  • Bay Window
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Breakfast Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Recreation Room
  • Game Room
  • Workshop
  • Lower Floor Utility Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Unfinished Attic

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Potential Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 4 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Sinks

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Sink Near Laundry

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Sump Pump
  • Fireplace in Basement
  • Rough-In Fireplace in Basement
  • Recreation or Family Area in Basement
  • Finished Basement Bathroom
  • Basement Storage

Home Security

  • Storm Screens
  • Storm Windows
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Outdoor Features

  • In Ground Pool
  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Gazebo

Location

  • Property is near a park

Schools

  • Highland Elementary School
  • Herrick Middle School
  • North High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Humidifier
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Oak Creek Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,642

Year Built

Built in 1978

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Traditional
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Subdivision Name: Oak Creek
  • Year Built: 1978
  • Age: 41-50 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Commuter Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • New Construction Y/N: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
  • Basement: Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Gas Starter, Heatilator
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Interior Amenities: Bar-Wet, Hardwood Floors, First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Laundry, First Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • LivingArea: 2815
  • Other Equipment: Humidifier, TV-Cable, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Breakfast Room, Recreation Room, Game Room, Kitchen, Workshop, Utility Room-Lower Level
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 2716
  • Basement Description: Finished,Exterior Access,Rec/Family Area,Roughed-In Fireplace,Storage Space
  • Bathroom Amenities: Double Sink
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 4225
  • Attic: Unfinished
  • Window Features: Bay Window(s),Blinds,Storm Window(s)
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Balcony, Deck, Patio, In Ground Pool, Storms/Screens, Other
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Fenced Yard, Irregular Lot, Landscaped, Mature Trees
  • OtherStructures: Gazebo
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick,Cedar

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.5
  • ParkingTotal: 2.5
  • Driveway: Asphalt,Concrete
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s)
  • 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
  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Sink
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Highland Elementary School
  • High School: North High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Herrick Middle School

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.4575
  • Lot Dimensions: 68X65X30X177X73X290
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

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

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 11642
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 8, 2024
Closed on
May 8, 2024
Sold by
Pajakowski Eugene Anthony and Mcnamara Jessica Lynn
Bought by
Paluchniak Emma
Seller's Agent
Elaine Pagels
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Buyer's Agent
Eileen Kenah
Keller Williams Experience
List Price
$800,000
Sold Price
$785,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,000
-1.88%
Views
115
Current Estimated Value
$884,074

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$99,074
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.48%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 22, 2021
Closed on
Oct 6, 2021
Sold by
Bennet Kenneth G and Bennet Betsy
Bought by
Pajakowski Eugene Anthony and Mcnamara Jessica Lynn
Seller's Agent
Diane Coyle
Platinum Partners Realtors
Buyer's Agent
Patricia Hill
L.W. Reedy Real Estate
List Price
$699,900
Sold Price
$614,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$85,900
-12.27%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.87%
Original Mortgage
$521,900
Interest Rate
3.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 12, 2010
Sold by
North Star Trust Company
Bought by
Bennet Kenneth G and Bennet Betsy

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
4.83%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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
Paluchniak Emma $785,000 None Listed On Document
Pajakowski Eugene Anthony $614,000 New Title Company Name
Bennet Kenneth G $580,000 Ctic
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Pajakowski Eugene Anthony $521,900
Previous Owner Bennet Kenneth G $417,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/14/2024 05/14/24 Sold $785,000 -1.9% $279 / Sq Ft
04/22/2024 04/22/24 Pending -- -- --
04/17/2024 04/17/24 For Sale $800,000 0.0% $284 / Sq Ft
03/11/2024 03/11/24 Pending -- -- --
03/08/2024 03/08/24 For Sale $800,000 +30.3% $284 / Sq Ft
10/06/2021 10/06/21 Sold $614,000 -12.3% $153 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/18/2021 07/18/21 Pending -- -- --
06/22/2021 06/22/21 For Sale $699,900 -- $175 / 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 $12,673 $229,041 $57,055 $171,986
2023 $12,131 $211,800 $52,760 $159,040
2022 $11,642 $203,590 $50,710 $152,880
2021 $13,174 $242,020 $49,450 $192,570
2020 $12,906 $236,720 $48,370 $188,350
2019 $12,388 $225,060 $45,990 $179,070
2018 $12,099 $217,390 $44,420 $172,970
2017 $11,605 $207,160 $42,330 $164,830
2016 $11,233 $195,160 $39,880 $155,280
2015 $11,011 $181,810 $37,150 $144,660
2014 $10,530 $169,080 $54,500 $114,580
2013 $10,517 $171,460 $55,270 $116,190
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11977078

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 06-31-406-037