NOT LISTED FOR SALE

131 N Clara Place Elmhurst, IL 60126

Estimated Value: $618,000 - $746,110

4 Beds
3 Baths
-- Sq Ft
8,712 Sq Ft Lot

Last Sold April 17, 2020

Last sale price $505,000

Est. 35% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,456/month

Highlights

  • Rooftop Deck
  • Recreation Room
  • Mud Room
  • Field Elementary School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • Home Office

About This Home

As of April 2020

SOLD BEFORE PROCESSING.One of a kind home balancing vintage charm and modern convenience in a truly walk to town/train location. Meticulously renovated inside and out, with great care taken to retain original warmth and character. Generous room sizes filled with hardwood floors, original woodwork and custom built-ins.Newer Kitchen and baths boasting stainless steel appliances, Kohler fixtures and solid surface counter tops. All bedrooms enjoy large walk-in-closets,including his and hers in the master. Large front porch with sitting area welcomes you to the home, while rear porch with custom built-ins serves as a perfect mud room. Third porch provides great private reading area. Fully finished dry basement with exterior access includes fourth bedroom, full bath, office and rec room with integrated home theater. Tons of storage in 2/12 car garage and enormous shed. Unilock paver walkways and rear patio. Many mature trees and landscaping fill private over sized lot. See details under additional information.

Last Listed By

Debbie Obradovich

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475130528 Listed on: 01/30/2020

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,966

Year Built

  • 1902

Lot Details

  • Fenced Yard

Parking

  • Detached Garage
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Brick Driveway
  • Off Alley Driveway
  • Garage Is Owned

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • Mud Room
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Home Office
  • Recreation Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Finished Basement
  • Finished Basement Bathroom
  • Storm Screens

Kitchen

  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Rooftop Deck
  • Enclosed patio or porch

Utilities

  • SpacePak Central Air
  • Zoned Heating
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,966

Year Built

1902

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • General Information: Commuter Train
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 2.1
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Estimated Year Built: 1902
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1902

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Hardwood Floors, In-Law Arrangement
  • Number Of Rooms: 9
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 14X16, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Shades
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
  • Equipment: TV-Cable, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan
  • Basement: Finished
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 4
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 1
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 3
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 10X12, On Level: Lower, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: None
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 15X16, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Curtains/Drapes
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 10X15, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Type: Pantry-Closet
  • Additional Rooms: Enclosed Porch, Foyer, Mud Room, Office, Recreation Room
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 12X15, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Shades
  • Additional Room 1 Name: Office, Dimensions: 7X11, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: Shades
  • Additional Room 2 Name: Foyer, Dimensions: 10X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Shades
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 12X14, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Shades
  • Additional Room 3 Name: Enclosed Porch, Dimensions: 10X25, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: None
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 9X12, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Curtains/Drapes
  • Additional Room 4 Name: Recreation Rm, Dimensions: 15X14, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: Shades
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 11X13, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: Shades
  • Additional Room 5 Name: Mud, Dimensions: 5X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room Type: Separate

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Exterior Building Type: Frame
  • Roof Type: Asphalt/Glass (Shingles)
  • Exterior Property Features: Patio, Porch, Roof Deck, Brick Paver Patio, Storms/Screens
  • Acreage: 0.204

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s), Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 2.5
  • Driveway: Brick, Off Alley
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Electricity: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
  • Air Conditioner: Space Pac
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public, Sewer-Storm
  • Heating Fuel: Hot Water/Steam, Zoned

Schools

  • School District: 205
  • Elementary School: Field Elementary School
  • Middle School: Sandburg Middle School
  • High School: York Community High School
  • Junior High Dist: 205

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 60X150
  • Lot Description: Fenced Yard
  • Parcel Identification Number: 0601121004

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 7988.00

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 30, 2020
Closed on
Apr 17, 2020
Sold by
Kowalski James and Kowalski Amanda
Bought by
Clark Peter B and Thielbar Kimberly M
Seller's Agent
Debbie Obradovich
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Tim Schiller
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$505,000
Sold Price
$505,000
Current Estimated Value
$684,028

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$179,028
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.16%
Original Mortgage
$404,000
Outstanding Balance
$363,741
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$320,287

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 24, 2017
Sold by
Kowalski James and Kowalski Amanda
Bought by
Kowalski James and Kowalski Amanda

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$440,000
Interest Rate
4.09%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 20, 2015
Closed on
Dec 11, 2015
Sold by
Milani Michael K and Milani Michelle C
Bought by
Kowalski James
Seller's Agent
Frances Milani
Charles Rutenberg Realty of IL
Buyer's Agent
David Gust
Century 21 Gust Realty
List Price
$559,900
Sold Price
$545,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,900
-2.66%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.44%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 25, 2000
Sold by
May Richard and May Cheryl L
Bought by
Milani Michael K and Milani Michelle C

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$240,000
Interest Rate
8.21%

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area





Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Clark Peter B $505,000 Atg
Kowalski James -- Chicago Title Insurance Co
Kowalski James $545,000 Acquest Title Services Llc
Milani Michael K $300,000 Chicago Title Insurance Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Clark Peter B $404,000
Previous Owner Kowalski James A $440,000
Previous Owner Milani Michael K $238,000
Previous Owner Milani Michael K $241,550
Previous Owner Milani Michael K $241,550
Previous Owner Milani Michael K $240,000
Previous Owner May Richard $204,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/17/2020 04/17/20 Sold $505,000 0.0% --
04/17/2020 04/17/20 For Sale $505,000 -7.3% --
12/11/2015 12/11/15 Sold $545,000 -2.7% --
10/24/2015 10/24/15 Pending -- -- --
10/20/2015 10/20/15 For Sale $559,900 -- --
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
2023 $7,966 $139,210 $97,730 $41,480
2022 $8,874 $152,350 $93,960 $58,390
2021 $8,653 $148,560 $91,620 $56,940
2020 $8,317 $145,300 $89,610 $55,690
2019 $8,140 $138,150 $85,200 $52,950
2018 $7,978 $134,780 $80,650 $54,130
2017 $7,801 $128,430 $76,850 $51,580
2016 $7,633 $120,990 $72,400 $48,590
2015 $7,553 $112,720 $67,450 $45,270
2014 $7,011 $96,980 $53,540 $43,440
2013 $6,936 $98,340 $54,290 $44,050
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD10692713

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 06-01-121-004