Seller's Agent in 2023
Cathy Bier
Coldwell Banker Realty
(708) 567-2032
183 in this area
531 Total Sales
131 8th Ave La Grange, IL 60525
Estimated Value: $1,281,000 - $1,524,000
5
Beds
4.5
Baths
4,600
Sq Ft
$309/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Home Theater
- Heated Floors
- Mature Trees
- Cossitt Avenue Elementary School Rated A
- Landscaped Professionally
- 4-minute walk to Kiwanis Park
About This Home
As of April 2023Show-stopping street appeal in this remarkable American 4-square on a large 75 x 150 lot. Features timeless architectural appeal, gorgeous landscaping and incredible walk-to-town location. The newly renovated front porch provides endless entertaining opportunities while the stunning interior showcases incredible woodwork with custom trim, original built-ins, leaded glass sidelights, a beamed dining room ceiling, pocket doors, hardwood floors and amazing columned entries. The charming vestibule entry opens to a gracious foyer flanked by the sun-infused living room and the classic formal dining room with butler's pantry to the kitchen. The living room offers direct access to the first-floor family room with a remarkable fireplace featuring a wall-to-wall mantel and original built-in columns. The eat-in kitchen's new tiled backsplash perfectly complements the beautiful grey cabinetry and quartz countertops. Three spacious second floor bedrooms - including a private master bedroom suite. Convenient second floor laundry room and two additional third floor bedrooms with beautiful full bath. It doesn't stop there! The amazing basement renovation boasts a professionally designed home theater - complete with concession stand and top-of-the-line components and automation, workout room and office! Additional upgrades include updated electrical with whole house surge protector, new high efficiency furnace, new 3rd floor HVAC system, exterior landscaping, exterior painting, new roof, new electric driveway gate and new Tesla car charger with 100 amp circuit breaker added to the garage! Make this fantastic home your family's forever home!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Coldwell Banker Realty License #475136538 Listed on: 03/02/2023
Last Buyer's Agent
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475131558
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $18,034
Year Built
- Built in 1904
Lot Details
- 0.26 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 75 x 150
- Fenced Yard
- Electric Fence
- Landscaped Professionally
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
- Mature Trees
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Garage Transmitter
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- American Four Square Architecture
- Asphalt Roof
Interior Spaces
- 4,600 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Built-In Features
- Bookcases
- Bar
- Historic or Period Millwork
- Coffered Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Bay Window
- Pocket Doors
- Center Hall Plan
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Theater
- Home Office
- Lower Floor Utility Room
- Home Gym
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Wine Refrigerator
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Heated Floors
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5 Potential Bedrooms
- Whirlpool Bathtub
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on upper level
- Dryer
- Washer
Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Sump Pump
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Exterior Lighting
Location
- Property is near a park
Schools
- Cossitt Avenue Elementary School
- Park Junior High School
- Lyons Twp High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Zoned Cooling and Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Community Details
- American 4 Square
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 2, 2023
Closed on
Apr 21, 2023
Sold by
Ellis Family Trust
Bought by
Robert A Kellman Revocable Trust and Kathleen J Strand Revocable Trust
Seller's Agent
Cathy Bier
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Anne Monckton
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$1,100,000
Sold Price
$1,285,000
Premium/Discount to List
$185,000
16.82%
Views
23
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$137,152
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.24%
Original Mortgage
$720,000
Outstanding Balance
$697,691
Interest Rate
6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$724,461
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 16, 2020
Sold by
Ellis Christopher and Ellis Claudia
Bought by
Ellis Christopher and Ellis Claudia
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 26, 2020
Closed on
Jun 16, 2020
Sold by
Henderson Michael T and Henderson Family Trust
Bought by
Ellis Christopher and Ellis Claudia
Seller's Agent
Cathy Bier
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Valerie Bolt
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$849,000
Sold Price
$836,250
Premium/Discount to List
-$12,750
-1.5%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.75%
Original Mortgage
$510,400
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 15, 2011
Sold by
Henderson Michael T
Bought by
Henderson Michael T and Henderson Family Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 18, 2008
Sold by
Henderson Michael T
Bought by
Henderson Michael T and Lynn K Henderson Family Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 8, 2005
Sold by
Dimailig Ferdinand R and Dimailig Ana Poma
Bought by
Dimailig Ferdinand R and Dimailig Ana Poma
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
5.67%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 13, 2004
Sold by
Henderson Michael T and Henderson Lynn K
Bought by
Henderson Lynn K and Lynn K Henderson Revocable Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 29, 2004
Sold by
Grenis Anthony T and Grenis Joyce E
Bought by
Henderson Michael T and Henderson Lynn K
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
5.88%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Robert A Kellman Revocable Trust | $1,285,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Ellis Christopher | -- | Attorney | |
| Ellis Christopher | $836,500 | Attorneys Ttl Guaranty Fund | |
| Henderson Michael T | -- | None Available | |
| Henderson Michael T | -- | None Available | |
| Dimailig Ferdinand R | -- | First American Title | |
| Henderson Lynn K | -- | -- | |
| Henderson Michael T | $710,000 | First American Title Ins |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Robert A Kellman Revocable Trust | $720,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Ellis Christopher | $510,400 | |
| Previous Owner | Dimailig Ferdinand R | $400,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Henderson Michael T | $200,000 | |
| Closed | Henderson Michael T | $165,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/28/2023 04/28/23 | Sold | $1,285,000 | +16.8% | $279 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/05/2023 03/05/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/02/2023 03/02/23 | For Sale | $1,100,000 | +31.5% | $239 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/22/2020 07/22/20 | Sold | $836,250 | -1.5% | $255 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 07/17/2020 07/17/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/02/2020 07/02/20 | For Sale | $849,000 | 0.0% | $259 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/28/2020 03/28/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/19/2020 03/19/20 | Price Changed | $849,000 | -5.6% | $259 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/14/2020 03/14/20 | For Sale | $899,000 | +7.5% | $274 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/29/2020 02/29/20 | Off Market | $836,250 | -- | -- | |
| 02/26/2020 02/26/20 | For Sale | $899,000 | -- | $274 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $22,247 | $93,000 | $11,353 | $81,647 |
| 2023 | $17,770 | $93,000 | $11,353 | $81,647 |
| 2022 | $17,770 | $63,941 | $7,096 | $56,845 |
| 2021 | $18,034 | $63,939 | $7,095 | $56,844 |
| 2020 | $16,794 | $63,939 | $7,095 | $56,844 |
| 2019 | $19,990 | $75,887 | $6,527 | $69,360 |
| 2018 | $21,642 | $83,406 | $6,527 | $76,879 |
| 2017 | $21,086 | $83,406 | $6,527 | $76,879 |
| 2016 | $19,278 | $68,382 | $5,676 | $62,706 |
| 2015 | $17,986 | $68,382 | $5,676 | $62,706 |
| 2014 | $17,717 | $68,382 | $5,676 | $62,706 |
| 2013 | $15,923 | $62,902 | $5,676 | $57,226 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Cathy Bier
-
Anne Monckton
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Anne Monckton
@ Properties
(312) 533-0882
44 in this area
128 Total Sales
-
Valerie Bolt
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Valerie Bolt
@ Properties
(708) 846-0034
4 in this area
32 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 11714723
APN: 18-04-403-020-0000
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