NOT LISTED FOR SALE

142 Rowantree Rd Sycamore, IL 60178

Estimated Value: $293,000 - $322,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,500 Sq Ft
$203/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 30, 2020

Last sale price $198,777 $133 Per Sq Ft

Est. 53% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,265/month

1 Day on Market

Highlights

  • Mature Trees
  • Property is near a park
  • Ranch Style House
  • Deck
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 4-minute walk to Wetzel Park

About This Home

As of September 2020

This cedar-brick ranch home is nestled on a large lot in unincorporated Sycamore, within walking distance to the park! From the 20' x 18' tiered deck with a natural gas line for outdoor grilling, enjoy the panoramic view of park-like mature trees! Double entry doors and obscure glass side lights welcome you! Living Room presents a floor-to-ceiling brick wood burn fireplace, open staircase, and viewing window offering a country open view. Updated kitchen boasts beautiful glass tiled back-splash, Corian counter-tops, 2 built-in ovens, Bosch cook top, Broan range hood and wainscoting wall detail. Separate Dining Room has a ceiling-light fan and opens onto the large deck. Wood laminate flooring and neutral color schemes complete the heart of this traditional well-built home. Primary Bedroom comes complete with a private bath. Bedroom #2 displays built-in cabinets and bookshelves with shutters embracing the window display. Pendant light featured in Bedroom #3. 2nd fireplace, office/hobby room, laundry with utility sink, shop with tables and water supply, and metal cabinets & shelving in storage area complete the lower level basement. NEW ROOF IN 2020 & EXTERIOR CEDAR PAINTED IN 2019! Gutter guards are installed too! Furnace and hot water heater were new in 2016. Original windows are operational and in good condition. Priced smart to sell quick! Home Sweet Sycamore Home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kelly Miller

Hometown Realty Group License #475128979 Listed on: 07/14/2020

Last Buyer's Agent

Katie Morsch

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group License #471007256

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,051

Year Built

  • Built in 1973

Lot Details

  • 0.31 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 102 x 135 x 100 x 135
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Mature Trees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage ceiling height seven feet or more
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,500 Sq Ft Home
  • Built-In Features
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Workshop
  • Storage Room
  • Laminate Flooring
  • Unfinished Attic

Kitchen

  • Built-In Double Oven
  • Cooktop with Range Hood
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Sump Pump
  • Fireplace in Basement

Home Security

  • Storm Screens
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Schools

  • Sycamore Middle School
  • Sycamore High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Well
  • Water Softener is Owned
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • Property is near a park

Community Details

  • Tennis Courts

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions
  • Senior Freeze Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,051

Year Built

Built in 1973

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Ranch
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 1 Story
  • Year Built: 1973
  • Age: 41-50 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: Double Oven, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Cooktop, Built-In Oven, Range Hood, Water Softener, Water Softener Owned
  • Basement: Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Interior Amenities: Wood Laminate Floors, First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features
  • LivingArea: 1500
  • Other Equipment: Water-Softener Owned, TV-Cable, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
  • Room Type: Office, Workshop, Foyer, Storage
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Assessed Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: Partially Finished
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room,Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Attic: Unfinished
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Deck, Storms/Screens
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • List Price: 195000
  • Lot Features: Mature Trees
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick,Cedar

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • ParkingTotal: 2
  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s),7 Foot or more high garage door
  • 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
  • Water Source: Private Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Park, Tennis Court(s), Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee: No

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • High School: Sycamore High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Sycamore Middle School
  • Middle/Junior School District: 427

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.312
  • Lot Dimensions: 102 X 135 X 100 X 135
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 5
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4051.36
  • Tax Year: 2019
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior,Senior Freeze

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 14, 2020
Closed on
Aug 28, 2020
Sold by
Dester James and James Dester Living Trust
Bought by
Hall Adam R and Hall Sarah H
Seller's Agent
Kelly Miller
Hometown Realty Group
Buyer's Agent
Katie Morsch
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
List Price
$195,000
Sold Price
$198,777
Premium/Discount to List
$3,777
1.94%
Total Days on Market
1
Current Estimated Value
$304,565

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$105,788
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.62%
Original Mortgage
$188,700
Outstanding Balance
$169,349
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$123,886

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 9, 2015
Sold by
Dester James L
Bought by
Dester Trust
Source: Public Records

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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
Hall Adam R $199,000 Attorney
Dester Trust -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Hall Adam R $188,700
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/30/2020 09/30/20 Sold $198,777 +1.9% $133 / Sq Ft
07/15/2020 07/15/20 Pending -- -- --
07/14/2020 07/14/20 For Sale $195,000 -- $130 / 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 $6,736 $93,485 $16,452 $77,033
2023 $6,736 $85,366 $15,023 $70,343
2022 $6,403 $78,296 $13,779 $64,517
2021 $6,153 $73,504 $12,936 $60,568
2020 $5,596 $71,697 $12,618 $59,079
2019 $4,051 $70,127 $12,342 $57,785
2018 $4,110 $67,998 $11,967 $56,031
2017 $4,184 $65,307 $11,493 $53,814
2016 $4,291 $62,328 $10,969 $51,359
2015 -- $58,662 $10,324 $48,338
2014 -- $55,704 $9,803 $45,901
2013 -- $56,771 $9,991 $46,780
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 10780987

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 06-29-227-023