NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1516 W Grand Ave Unit 4W Chicago, IL 60642

West Town Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $490,000 - $592,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,500 Sq Ft
$195/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold October 19, 2022

Last sale price $485,000 $323 Per Sq Ft

Est. 13% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,710/month

60 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Penthouse
  • Wood Flooring
  • Granite Countertops
  • Rooftop Deck
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • 2-minute walk to Bickerdike (George) Square Park

About This Home

As of October 2022

The Penthouse life is the best life! Huge 2 Bed, 2 Bath Top Floor Penthouse with a private rooftop deck in the heart of West Town! This unit features 2 bedrooms with a huge primary bedroom and spacious on-suite bathroom. There are beautiful oak hardwood floors throughout. The updated kitchen includes stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, refinished white cabinets. Sprawling living room with a granite faced gas fireplace and a plethora of natural light. Tons of outdoor space with 3 decks highlighted by the over 500 sqft private rooftop deck! The private deck was recently refinished with composite wood flooring. The breathtaking unobstructed views of the city skyline can't be beat. The cherry on top is the location! In the heart of West Town nestled between Ukrainian Village and Fulton Market/West Loop. Less than a mile walk to all the best restaurants and nightlife Chicago has to offer. Priced to sell! Come and see it before it's gone!!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kirk Giannola

Compass Listed on: 07/29/2022

Compass

Co-Listed By

Tim Lorimer

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Eugene Fu

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Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,350

Year Built

  • Built in 2004

Lot Details

  • 6,447

HOA Fees

  • $195 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Penthouse

Interior Spaces

  • 1,500 Sq Ft Home
  • 4-Story Property
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Blinds
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Intercom

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Potential Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Sinks
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Rooftop Deck

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, insurance, exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavenger, snow removal
  • 8 Units
  • Upon Request Association

Amenities

  • Community Storage Space

Recreation

  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,350

Year Built

Built in 2004

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$195 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Type Attached: Condo,Penthouse
  • Ownership: Condo
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: Condo,Penthouse
  • Year Built: 2004
  • Age: 16-20 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: Commuter Bus,Commuter Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Unit Floor Level: 4
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 4

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Hardwood Floors, Laundry Hook-Up in Unit, Walk-In Closet(s), Drapes/Blinds, Granite Counters
  • LivingArea: 1500
  • Room Type: Deck
  • Stories Total: 4
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: None
  • Bathroom Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower,Double Sink
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Estimated

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Balcony, Roof Deck
  • List Price: 489000
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick,Block

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Number of Cars: 1
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan, Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK
  • Association Fee: 195
  • Association Amenities: Bike Room/Bike Trails, Storage, Intercom
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Management: Self-Management
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Management Company: Self Managed
  • Management Contact Name: Upon Request
  • Management Phone: 555-555-5555
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal

Schools

  • Middle/Junior School District: 299

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Dimensions: COMMON
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 8
  • Pets Allowed (Y/N): Yes
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes
  • Max Pet Weight: 999

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 7350.19
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 8

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 29, 2022
Closed on
Oct 14, 2022
Sold by
Munley Patrick A
Bought by
Wilson Robert
Seller's Agent
Kirk Giannola
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Eugene Fu
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$499,000
Sold Price
$485,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,000
-2.81%
Total Days on Market
60
Current Estimated Value
$547,485

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$62,485
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.73%
Original Mortgage
$285,000
Outstanding Balance
$276,828
Interest Rate
6.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$270,657

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 6, 2015
Closed on
Feb 26, 2015
Sold by
Mcneilly Stella and Mcneilly Ryan
Bought by
Munley Patrick A
Seller's Agent
David Faber
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Geno Petro
Gene D Petro
List Price
$380,000
Sold Price
$385,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
1.32%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.06%
Original Mortgage
$320,000
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 1, 2012
Sold by
Shon Stella and Mcneilly Strela
Bought by
Mcneilly Stella and Mcneilly Ryan

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$352,963
Interest Rate
3.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 26, 2008
Sold by
Sears John and Sears Angela
Bought by
Shon Stella

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$361,890
Interest Rate
6.52%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 25, 2004
Sold by
T & B Ventures Llc
Bought by
Sears John and Downey Angela

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$306,000
Interest Rate
4.87%
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
Wilson Robert $485,000 None Listed On Document
Munley Patrick A $385,000 Heritage Title Company
Mcneilly Stella -- Lakeshore Title Agency
Shon Stella $402,500 Ticor Title Insurance Co
Sears John $340,000 Chicago Title Insurance Comp
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Wilson Robert $285,000
Previous Owner Munley Patrick A $320,000
Previous Owner Mcneilly Stella $352,963
Previous Owner Shon Stella $364,000
Previous Owner Shon Stella $361,890
Previous Owner Sears John $26,480
Previous Owner Sears John $340,000
Previous Owner Sears John P $310,500
Previous Owner Sears John $306,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/19/2022 10/19/22 Sold $485,000 -0.8% $323 / Sq Ft
09/28/2022 09/28/22 Pending -- -- --
08/25/2022 08/25/22 Price Changed $489,000 -2.0% $326 / Sq Ft
07/29/2022 07/29/22 For Sale $499,000 0.0% $333 / Sq Ft
11/06/2021 11/06/21 Rented -- -- --
10/16/2021 10/16/21 Under Contract -- -- --
09/23/2021 09/23/21 For Rent $2,850 -3.4% --
11/01/2019 11/01/19 Rented $2,950 0.0% --
08/30/2019 08/30/19 Under Contract -- -- --
08/14/2019 08/14/19 For Rent $2,950 0.0% --
02/27/2015 02/27/15 Sold $385,000 +1.3% $264 / Sq Ft
01/06/2015 01/06/15 Pending -- -- --
01/06/2015 01/06/15 For Sale $380,000 -- $260 / 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 $7,307 $47,312 $5,883 $41,429
2023 $7,307 $38,947 $2,685 $36,262
2022 $7,307 $38,947 $2,685 $36,262
2021 $7,162 $38,945 $2,684 $36,261
2020 $7,350 $36,097 $2,684 $33,413
2019 $7,298 $39,753 $2,684 $37,069
2018 $7,174 $39,753 $2,684 $37,069
2017 $7,708 $39,182 $2,369 $36,813
2016 $7,348 $39,182 $2,369 $36,813
2015 $6,699 $39,182 $2,369 $36,813
2014 $5,662 $33,083 $2,013 $31,070
2013 $5,539 $33,083 $2,013 $31,070
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11477611

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 17-08-121-043-1008