Seller's Agent in 2018
Tony & Kathy Iwersen
@ Properties
(708) 772-8041
14 in this area
42 Total Sales
131 Gale Ave River Forest, IL 60305
Estimated Value: $725,000 - $1,072,000
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,250
Sq Ft
$291/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Wooded Lot
- Wood Flooring
- Tennis Courts
- Lincoln Elementary School Rated A
- Victorian Architecture
- 4-minute walk to Washington Square Park
About This Home
As of August 2018Updated Victorian on a huge wooded lot. The inviting front porch is shaded by a beautiful canopy of Oak trees. Open foyer features quarter-sawn Oak woodwork. Large double living room with rebuilt wood burning fireplace. Beautifully renovated eat-in kitchen with 48" Wolf oven/range, Sub Zero refrigerator, farm sink and soapstone counters. Master bedroom suite has an antique Koehler claw foot club, separate shower with Kohler shower system, double vanity & heated marble tile floor. There are two additional bedrooms on the 2nd floor and a 2nd bath. Whole house tankless/on-demand hot water system. Large renovated 3rd floor family room with hardwood floors & 2nd HVAC system. The 4th bedroom is located on the 3rd floor and is currently being used as an office. New roof, less than one year old. Nest energy saving thermostats (two systems)LED lighting & high efficiency washer/dryer & low VOC paint. Fabulous block, walking distance to Metra and park/tennis court
Last Agent to Sell the Property
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #471005402 Listed on: 06/21/2017
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $13,397
Year Built
- Built in 1899 | Remodeled in 2010
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 75 x 180
- Wooded Lot
- Additional Parcels
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Victorian Architecture
- Stone Foundation
- Asphalt Roof
Interior Spaces
- 3,250 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Window Screens
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Wood Flooring
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Kitchen
- Indoor Grill
- Range with Range Hood
- Microwave
- High End Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
- Dual Sinks
- Low Flow Toliet
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Sump Pump
Outdoor Features
- Porch
Schools
- Lincoln Elementary School
- Roosevelt Middle School
- Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 200+ Amp Service
- Lake Michigan Water
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Community Details
Overview
- Victorian
Recreation
- Tennis Courts
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 21, 2021
Sold by
Nieman Martin W and Gottlieb Elizabeth
Bought by
Nieman Martin W and Martin W Nieman Dedaration Of
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 21, 2017
Closed on
Aug 1, 2018
Sold by
Maxwell Donald and Maxwell Lisa
Bought by
Gottlieb Elizabeth G and Nieman Martin W
Seller's Agent
Tony & Kathy Iwersen
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Zak Knebel
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$824,000
Sold Price
$781,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$43,000
-5.22%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.63%
Original Mortgage
$453,100
Outstanding Balance
$392,421
Interest Rate
4.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$553,593
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 17, 2003
Sold by
Mack John E and Mack Judy J
Bought by
Maxwell Donald and Maxwell Lisa
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$412,000
Interest Rate
4.74%
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nieman Martin W | -- | Accommodation | |
| Gottlieb Elizabeth G | $781,000 | Prairie Title | |
| Maxwell Donald | $515,000 | Chicago Title Insurance Comp |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Gottlieb Elizabeth G | $453,100 | |
| Previous Owner | Maxwell Donald | $412,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/13/2018 08/13/18 | Sold | $781,000 | -3.5% | $240 / Sq Ft |
| 05/10/2018 05/10/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/07/2018 05/07/18 | Price Changed | $809,000 | -1.8% | $249 / Sq Ft |
| 04/20/2018 04/20/18 | For Sale | $824,000 | 0.0% | $254 / Sq Ft |
| 04/20/2018 04/20/18 | Price Changed | $824,000 | +5.5% | $254 / Sq Ft |
| 11/20/2017 11/20/17 | Off Market | $781,000 | -- | -- |
| 09/25/2017 09/25/17 | Price Changed | $834,000 | -1.8% | $257 / Sq Ft |
| 07/27/2017 07/27/17 | Price Changed | $849,000 | -2.3% | $261 / Sq Ft |
| 06/21/2017 06/21/17 | For Sale | $869,000 | -- | $267 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,298 | $84,125 | $10,105 | $74,020 |
| 2024 | $13,298 | $84,125 | $10,105 | $74,020 |
| 2023 | $11,810 | $57,827 | $10,105 | $47,722 |
| 2022 | $11,810 | $42,731 | $8,695 | $34,036 |
| 2021 | $17,381 | $61,885 | $8,695 | $53,190 |
| 2020 | $17,862 | $61,885 | $8,695 | $53,190 |
| 2019 | $14,916 | $48,048 | $7,990 | $40,058 |
| 2018 | $13,111 | $48,048 | $7,990 | $40,058 |
| 2017 | $13,082 | $48,048 | $7,990 | $40,058 |
| 2016 | $12,028 | $39,887 | $6,580 | $33,307 |
| 2015 | $11,776 | $39,887 | $6,580 | $33,307 |
| 2014 | $10,803 | $39,887 | $6,580 | $33,307 |
| 2013 | $12,394 | $46,555 | $6,580 | $39,975 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Tony & Kathy Iwersen
-
Kathy Iwersen
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2018
Kathy Iwersen
@ Properties
(708) 848-0200
9 in this area
24 Total Sales
-
Zak Knebel
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Zak Knebel
@ Properties
(773) 290-9293
36 in this area
239 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 09666223
APN: 15-12-311-005-0000
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