NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1521 Whitcomb Ave Des Plaines, IL 60018

Estimated Value: $753,322

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
5,500 Sq Ft
$137/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 09, 2024

Last sale price $720,000 $131 Per Sq Ft

Est. 5% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,207/month

55 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Home Theater
  • Sauna
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Central Elementary School Rated A
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 4-minute walk to Jaycee Park

About This Home

As of April 2024

Discover an expansive property showcasing a custom-designed, five-bedroom architectural gem, offering both sophistication and comfort. The grand foyer leads to elegant living spaces with high ceilings, seamlessly connecting each area for a sense of freedom. The gourmet kitchen features state-of-the-art appliances and a spacious island, complemented by an adjoining great room for relaxation and entertainment. Immerse yourself in the ultimate relaxation at the custom spa, a luxurious private escape with a walk-in shower, sauna, and steam room, crafted with uncompromising opulence for self-care. Take your morning coffee in the bright yet private sunroom overlooking the tree shaded yard. Five generously-sized bedrooms, including an expansive master suite, provide comfort and privacy, featuring a luxurious en-suite bathroom and ample walk-in closet. The vast property allows for outdoor activities, potential expansion, and the creation of your custom outdoor oasis, offering limitless opportunities. All new heat AC and Hot water mechanicals done in 2023, fully zoned heating that includes both the efficiency of baseboards with the convenience of forced air. This residence epitomizes luxury living in a serene and private setting, seamlessly combining unparalleled design, comfort, and potential. Don't miss out on making this spectacular estate your very own.

Last Listed By

Brian Murphy

Dream Town Real Estate License #475165241 Listed on: 11/22/2023

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,622

Year Built

  • Built in 1921 | Remodeled in 2004

Lot Details

  • 0.37

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Brick Driveway
  • Parking Space is Owned

Home Design

  • Cedar

Interior Spaces

  • 5,500 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Great Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Home Theater
  • Den
  • Loft with Fireplace
  • Bonus Room
  • Sauna
  • Wood Flooring
  • Laundry in unit

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Indoor Grill
  • Cooktop with Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • High End Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Trash Compactor
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 5 Potential Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Steam Shower
  • Shower Body Spray
  • Separate Shower

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Fireplace in Basement
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Lake Michigan Water

Additional Features

  • Handicap Shower
  • Lot Dimensions are 60x265

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,622

Year Built

Built in 1921 | Remodeled in 2004

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: 1921
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): Yes
  • Rehab (Y/N): Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2004
  • New Construction Y/N: No
  • Rebuilt Year: 2004
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Renovated: 2004

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Indoor Grill, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop, Built-In Oven, Range Hood
  • Basement: Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1250
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Gas Starter
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Interior Amenities: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Sauna/Steam Room, Hardwood Floors, First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Full Bath
  • LivingArea: 5500
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Den, Loft, Bonus Room, Theatre Room
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 5000
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower,Accessible Shower,Steam Shower,Full Body Spray Shower
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 1
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Total Sq Ft: 3750
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room,Basement,Loft,Great Room
  • Square Footage Comments: 3750 Sqft above ground, 1250 sqft basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 3750
  • Upper Level Sq Ft: 3750

Exterior Features

  • List Price: 725000
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Cedar

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • ParkingTotal: 2
  • Driveway: Brick
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Electric, Steam, Baseboard
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

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: 62

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 60X265
  • Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 8

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 10622
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior,Other

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 22, 2023
Closed on
Mar 19, 2024
Sold by
Lang James J and Spedale-Lang Debra
Bought by
Delacruz Benjamin and Delacruz Patricia
Seller's Agent
Brian Murphy
Dream Town Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Brian Murphy
Dream Town Real Estate
List Price
$725,000
Sold Price
$720,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-0.69%
Total Days on Market
55
Views
209
Current Estimated Value
$753,322

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$33,322
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.08%
Original Mortgage
$612,000
Outstanding Balance
$588,072
Interest Rate
7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$165,250

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 3, 2006
Sold by
Lang James J and Spedale Lang Debra
Bought by
Lang James J and Spedale Lang Debra

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$485,800
Interest Rate
5.62%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 18, 2002
Sold by
Lang James J and Spedale Lang Debra J
Bought by
Lang James J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$339,000
Interest Rate
6.93%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 27, 1996
Sold by
Koutsoures James T and Koutsoures Cheryl
Bought by
Lang James J and Spedale Lang Debra J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$103,000
Interest Rate
8.3%
Mortgage Type
VA

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Delacruz Benjamin $720,000 Fidelity National Title
Lang James J -- Chicago Title
Lang James J -- Chicago Title Insurance Co
Lang James J $101,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Delacruz Benjamin $612,000
Previous Owner Lang James J $496,000
Previous Owner Lang James J $485,800
Previous Owner Lang James J $50,000
Previous Owner Lang James J $100,000
Previous Owner Lang James J $363,200
Previous Owner Lang James J $364,000
Previous Owner Lang James J $22,000
Previous Owner Lang James J $339,000
Previous Owner Lang James L $339,000
Previous Owner Lang James J $100,000
Previous Owner Lang James J $22,800
Previous Owner Lang James J $135,000
Previous Owner Lang James J $103,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/09/2024 04/09/24 Sold $720,000 -0.7% $131 / Sq Ft
01/17/2024 01/17/24 Pending -- -- --
11/22/2023 11/22/23 For Sale $725,000 -- $132 / 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 $11,877 $53,000 $12,720 $40,280
2023 $11,877 $53,000 $12,720 $40,280
2022 $11,877 $53,000 $12,720 $40,280
2021 $10,622 $38,552 $10,335 $28,217
2020 $10,525 $38,552 $10,335 $28,217
2019 $10,420 $42,836 $10,335 $32,501
2018 $11,457 $42,432 $9,142 $33,290
2017 $11,276 $42,432 $9,142 $33,290
2016 $10,899 $42,432 $9,142 $33,290
2015 $10,351 $37,613 $7,950 $29,663
2014 $10,154 $37,613 $7,950 $29,663
2013 $10,095 $37,613 $7,950 $29,663
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11924880

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 09-20-409-002-0000