NOT LISTED FOR SALE

15 Gale Ave River Forest, IL 60305

Estimated Value: $424,000 - $656,000

3 Beds
3 Baths
2,400 Sq Ft
$237/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 10, 2021

Last sale price $530,000 $221 Per Sq Ft

Est. 7% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,519/month

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Attached Garage
  • Central Air
  • Lincoln Elementary School Rated A
  • Breakfast Bar
  • 5-minute walk to Washington Square Park

About This Home

As of May 2021

Beautiful End Unit Townhouse in River Forest offers a Rare Private Yard (1400 sq ft) Completely Fenced and Wonderfully Landscaped along with Three Levels of Luxurious Living. First Floor has an Attached Two Car Garage, Family Room with Sliding Doors Leading out to the Private Yard and the Guest Bath. Bright Living Room with Fireplace and Built-Ins and Dining Room on the Second Floor along with Large Eat-In Kitchen with Pantry and Convenient Laundry. Top Floor Has a Spacious Primary Suite with an Attached Full Bath with a Spa Tub and Separate Shower and Plenty of Closet Space. Two additional Bedrooms and another Full Bath are Adjacent. Being an End Unit Offers Extra Windows and a Skylight for more Light.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Daniel Halperin

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475106485 Listed on: 03/26/2021

@properties   Christie's International Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Edward Bellock

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475165281

@properties   Christie's International Real Estate

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $13,961

Year Built

  • 1990

Lot Details

  • Southern Exposure
  • East or West Exposure

HOA Fees

  • $341 per month

Parking

  • Attached Garage
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Dishwasher

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Additional Features

  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • North or South Exposure

Community Details

  • Pets Allowed

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$13,961

Year Built

1990

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$341 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Unit Floor Level: 1
  • Age: 31-40 Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Number Interior Fireplaces: 1
  • Ownership: Fee Simple w/ HO Assn.
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 2.1
  • Estimated Year Built: 1990
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner, Senior
  • Type Attached: T3-Townhouse 3+ Stories
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses
  • Stories: 3
  • Year Built: 1990

Interior Features

  • Number Of Rooms: 7
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 21X15, On Level: 2nd Level
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 3
  • Primary Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 3
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 18X10, On Level: 2nd Level
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 17X12, On Level: 2nd Level
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Table Space, Pantry-Closet
  • Additional Rooms: No additional rooms
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 19X12, On Level: 3rd Level
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 12X10, On Level: 3rd Level
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 10X10, On Level: 3rd Level
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 2400
  • Dining Room Type: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 21X16, On Level: Main Level

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Exposure: N (North), S (South), E (East)

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 2
  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Included In Price: Yes

Utilities

  • Air Conditioner: Central Air
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Sewer: Sewer-Storm
  • Heating Fuel: Gas

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Max Pet Weight: 75
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Pet Information: Cats OK, Dogs OK
  • Assessment Includes: TV/Cable, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal
  • Assessment Association Fees: 341
  • Management Contact Name: Shirley Grott
  • Management Phone: 708-452-4242

Fee Information

  • Management Company: Cortland Properties

Schools

  • School District: 200
  • Elementary School: Lincoln Elementary School
  • Middle School: Roosevelt School
  • High School: Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
  • Junior High Dist: 90

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 22 X 90
  • Parcel Identification Number: 15123180310000

Multi Family

  • Total Number Unitsin Building: 10
  • Number Stories: 3

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 10509.62

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 26, 2021
Closed on
May 10, 2021
Sold by
Federici Joseph E and Federici Joseph E
Bought by
Oconnell Robert E
Seller's Agent
Daniel Halperin
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Edward Bellock
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$539,500
Sold Price
$530,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,500
-1.76%
Current Estimated Value
$568,752

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$38,752
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.61%
Original Mortgage
$503,500
Outstanding Balance
$455,512
Interest Rate
2.99%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$113,240

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 31, 2018
Sold by
Federici Joseph E
Bought by
Declaration Federici Joseph E and Joseph E Federici Declaration Of Tru

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 15, 2005
Sold by
Declaration Federici Joseph E
Bought by
Federici Joseph E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$399,000
Interest Rate
7.77%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 28, 2003
Sold by
Federici Joseph E
Bought by
Declaration Federici Joseph E and Joseph E Federici Declaration Of Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 29, 2002
Sold by
Hague Timothy B and Hague Lori J
Bought by
Federici Joseph E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$284,000
Interest Rate
7.24%
Mortgage Type
Balloon

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 11, 2001
Sold by
Richter Richard and Richter Nancy
Bought by
Hague Timothy B and Hague Lori J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$301,500
Interest Rate
6.37%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 6, 1994
Sold by
Thrush Development Company
Bought by
Richter Richard and Richter Nancy

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$120,000
Interest Rate
8%
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
Oconnell Robert E $530,000 First American Title
Declaration Federici Joseph E -- None Available
Federici Joseph E -- Industry Partners Title Llc
Declaration Federici Joseph E -- --
Declaration Federici Joseph E -- --
Federici Joseph E $355,000 --
Hague Timothy B $335,000 Chicago Title Insurance Co
Richter Richard $259,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Oconnell Robert E $503,500
Previous Owner Federici Joseph E $399,000
Previous Owner Federici Joseph E $284,000
Previous Owner Hague Timothy B $301,500
Previous Owner Richter Richard $120,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/10/2021 05/10/21 Sold $530,000 -1.8% $221 / Sq Ft
03/28/2021 03/28/21 Pending -- -- --
03/26/2021 03/26/21 For Sale $539,500 -- $225 / 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 $13,961 $51,000 $5,034 $45,966
2023 $15,658 $51,000 $5,034 $45,966
2022 $15,658 $48,491 $4,332 $44,159
2021 $13,215 $48,489 $4,331 $44,158
2020 $13,037 $48,489 $4,331 $44,158
2019 $10,510 $40,027 $3,980 $36,047
2018 $10,754 $40,027 $3,980 $36,047
2017 $10,733 $40,027 $3,980 $36,047
2016 $9,793 $32,939 $3,278 $29,661
2015 $9,581 $32,939 $3,278 $29,661
2014 $8,792 $32,939 $3,278 $29,661
2013 $9,187 $35,190 $3,278 $31,912
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD11033523

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 15-12-318-031-0000