NOT LISTED FOR SALE

15 S Commonwealth Ave Elgin, IL 60123

Estimated Value: $254,000 - $268,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,215 Sq Ft
$215/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 04, 2023

Last sale price $240,000 $198 Per Sq Ft

Est. 9% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,852/month

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Workshop
  • Separate Outdoor Workshop
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Formal Dining Room
  • 2-minute walk to Abbott Park

About This Home

As of August 2023

This home is Charming! Has been well taken care of. Located in a nice quiet neighborhood close to just abought EVERYTHING! This home is being sold as an estate. AS-IS. The siding is newer, furnace and AC are approximately 5 yrs old, windows are about 10 years old. The woodwork throughout is in great condition. Beautiful harwood floors throughtout including under the carpet. Galley style kitchen allows for a breakfast table that looks out the bay window to the back yard. All appliances stay including W/D. This home has many storage areas on all levels. Nest thermostat stays and ADT system is in place for the new homeowners to start service. Oversized garage! Great sunlight at all times of day. Don't miss this one!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kristine Brown

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group License #475168437 Listed on: 06/23/2023

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group

Last Buyer's Agent

Steven Smith

GMC Realty LTD License #475142713

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,183

Year Built

  • Built in 1918

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 50x132

Parking

  • 2.5 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage ceiling height seven feet or more
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,215 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Historic or Period Millwork
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Blinds
  • Window Screens
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Workshop
  • Storage Room
  • Utility Room with Study Area
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Range

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Partially Carpeted
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

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

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Storm Screens

Outdoor Features

  • Fire Pit
  • Separate Outdoor Workshop
  • Shed

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Humidifier
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,183

Year Built

Built in 1918

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 1918
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Gas Starter
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Hardwood Floors, First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Full Bath, Historic/Period Mlwk, Some Carpeting, Drapes/Blinds, Workshop Area (Interior)
  • LivingArea: 1215
  • Other Equipment: Humidifier, TV-Cable, Security System, Water Heater-Gas
  • Room Type: Workshop, Storage
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Sq Ft: 0
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Window Features: Blinds,Screens
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Estimated

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Storms/Screens, Fire Pit, Workshop
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • List Price: 250000
  • OtherStructures: Shed(s), Garage(s)
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.5
  • Number of Cars: 2.5
  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),7 Foot or more high garage door
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Middle/Junior School District: 46

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Dimensions: 50X132
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

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

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4182.68
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 23, 2023
Closed on
Aug 1, 2023
Sold by
Fritts Roe D
Bought by
Wunder Jacob
Seller's Agent
Kristine Brown
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
Buyer's Agent
Steven Smith
GMC Realty LTD
List Price
$250,000
Sold Price
$240,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-4%
Total Days on Market
0
Views
49
Current Estimated Value
$261,819

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$21,819
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.82%
Original Mortgage
$240,000
Outstanding Balance
$235,573
Interest Rate
6.67%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
$26,246

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 17, 2013
Closed on
Feb 4, 2013
Sold by
Fannie Mae
Bought by
Fritts Roe
Seller's Agent
Kevin Schudel
Buy It Inc
Buyer's Agent
Cindy Strahota
Results Realty ERA Powered
List Price
$94,900
Sold Price
$94,900

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.29%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 10, 2012
Sold by
Aranda Claudia
Bought by
Federal National Mortgage Association

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 28, 2007
Sold by
Minster Shirley A
Bought by
Aranda Claudia

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$193,325
Interest Rate
6.49%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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
Wunder Jacob $240,000 None Listed On Document
Fritts Roe $95,000 Greater Illinois Title Compa
Federal National Mortgage Association -- Greater Illinois Title Compa
Aranda Claudia $203,500 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Wunder Jacob $240,000
Previous Owner Aranda Claudia $193,325
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/04/2023 08/04/23 Sold $240,000 -4.0% $198 / Sq Ft
06/24/2023 06/24/23 Pending -- -- --
06/23/2023 06/23/23 For Sale $250,000 +163.4% $206 / Sq Ft
02/25/2013 02/25/13 Sold $94,900 0.0% $78 / Sq Ft
01/23/2013 01/23/13 Pending -- -- --
01/17/2013 01/17/13 For Sale $94,900 -- $78 / 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
2023 $4,661 $62,673 $12,931 $49,742
2022 $4,384 $57,147 $11,791 $45,356
2021 $4,183 $53,429 $11,024 $42,405
2020 $4,057 $51,006 $10,524 $40,482
2019 $3,931 $48,587 $10,025 $38,562
2018 $3,624 $42,660 $9,444 $33,216
2017 $3,531 $40,329 $8,928 $31,401
2016 $3,350 $37,415 $8,283 $29,132
2015 -- $34,294 $7,592 $26,702
2014 -- $33,870 $7,498 $26,372
2013 -- $34,764 $7,696 $27,068
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11815617

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 06-14-306-004