NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1530 N Elk Grove Ave Unit J Chicago, IL 60622

Wicker Park Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $681,000 - $883,000

3 Beds
3 Baths
1,785 Sq Ft
$434/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 26, 2020

Last sale price $620,000 $347 Per Sq Ft

Est. 25% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,380/month

191 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • 3-minute walk to Damen Station (Blue Line)
  • Fenced Yard
  • Wood Flooring
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • 5-minute walk to Wicker (Charles, Joel) Park

About This Home

As of March 2020

Fee simple town home with attached 2 car garage in perfect location to enjoy everything Wicker Park/Bucktown has to offer within the confines of a secluded, peaceful, gated courtyard. Damen blue line stop is a 5-minute walk. Vaulted ceiling in bedrooms make them feel huge, lots of natural light throughout, and 3rd bedroom is an open loft. End unit provides additional main floor window bank, and the most secluded balcony in Triangle Park. Upgrades include built-in bookcase, built-in stove top/oven, built-in speakers throughout, HD Silhouette blinds in living room/dining room, Nest smoke detectors, etc. Original owner, well funded association. $235 monthly assessment hasn't changed in over a decade, and there's never been a special assessment. Common area consists of a gated courted area for the enjoyment of all 14 unit owner residents.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Colleen Berg

Berg Properties License #471019976 Listed on: 08/06/2019

Last Buyer's Agent

Layching Quek

Redfin Corporation License #475136259

Redfin Corporation

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,460

Year Built

  • 1997

Lot Details

  • Southern Exposure
  • Fenced Yard

HOA Fees

  • $235 per month

Parking

  • Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Off Alley Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price
  • Garage Is Owned

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slab Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Built-In Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Cooler
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • Dual Sinks
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony

Utilities

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

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions
  • $10,000 Seller Concession

Community Details

Amenities

  • Common Area

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,460

Year Built

1997

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$235 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Unit Floor Level: 4
  • Age: 21-25 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: 1997
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
  • Type Attached: T3-Townhouse 3+ Stories
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses
  • Stories: 3
  • Year Built: 1997

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, 2nd Floor Laundry
  • Number Of Rooms: 7
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 17X23, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Curtains/Drapes
  • Appliances: Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Wine Cooler/Refrigerator, Oven/Built-in
  • Equipment: Humidifier, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan, Sprinkler-Lawn
  • Fireplace Details: Wood Burning, Gas Starter
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 3
  • Primary Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Bathroom Amenities: Whirlpool, Separate Shower, Double Sink
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 3
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 3X10, On Level: 3rd Level, Flooring: Vinyl, Windows: None
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: COMBO, On Level: Main Level
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 15X10, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Blinds
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Breakfast Bar
  • Additional Rooms: No additional rooms
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 14X13, On Level: 3rd Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: Blinds
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 13X10, On Level: 3rd Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: Blinds
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 9X15, On Level: 4th Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: None
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1785
  • Dining Room Type: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 11X14, On Level: Lower, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Blinds

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Roof Type: Asphalt/Glass (Shingles)
  • Exterior Property Features: Balcony
  • Exposure: S (South)

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 2
  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 2
  • Driveway: Off Alley
  • Parking Included In Price: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Electricity: Circuit Breakers
  • Air Conditioner: Central Air
  • Water: Lake Michigan, Public
  • Sewer: Sewer-Storm
  • Heating Fuel: Gas

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Management: Self-Management
  • Pet Information: Cats OK, Dogs OK
  • Assessment Includes: Common Insurance, Lawn Care
  • Assessment Association Fees: 235
  • Management Contact Name: Harley Esposito
  • Management Phone: 312-636-5311

Fee Information

  • Management Company: Self Managed

Schools

  • School District: 299
  • Junior High Dist: 299

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 700
  • Lot Description: Common Grounds, Fenced Yard
  • Parcel Identification Number: 17062000610000

Multi Family

  • Total Number Unitsin Building: 14
  • Number Stories: 3

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 10312.55

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 6, 2023
Sold by
Helm Melissa Lynn and Cameron Edward
Bought by
Helm Melissa Lynn and Helm Cameron Edward
Total Days on Market
191
Current Estimated Value
$773,845

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 17, 2021
Sold by
Helm Cameron Edward and Helm Melissa Lynn
Bought by
Helm Cameron Edward and Helm Melissa Lynn

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 6, 2019
Closed on
Mar 26, 2020
Sold by
Myers Todd B
Bought by
Helm Cameron and Helm Melissa
Seller's Agent
Colleen Berg
Berg Properties
Buyer's Agent
Layching Quek
Redfin Corporation
List Price
$665,000
Sold Price
$620,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$45,000
-6.77%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.36%
Original Mortgage
$496,000
Interest Rate
3.4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 20, 1997
Sold by
Associated Bank Gladstone Norwood
Bought by
Myers Todd B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$211,200
Interest Rate
7.5%
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
Helm Melissa Lynn -- None Listed On Document
Helm Cameron Edward -- None Available
Helm Cameron $620,000 Chicago Title
Myers Todd B $260,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Helm Cameron $491,400
Previous Owner Helm Cameron $496,000
Previous Owner Esposito Harley $390,650
Previous Owner Myers Todd H $395,000
Previous Owner Myers Todd B $211,200
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/26/2020 03/26/20 Sold $620,000 -4.6% $347 / Sq Ft
02/13/2020 02/13/20 Pending -- -- --
09/18/2019 09/18/19 Price Changed $650,000 -2.3% $364 / Sq Ft
08/06/2019 08/06/19 For Sale $665,000 -- $373 / 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 $12,460 $67,000 $6,965 $60,035
2023 $12,460 $64,000 $5,600 $58,400
2022 $12,460 $64,000 $5,600 $58,400
2021 $12,200 $64,000 $5,600 $58,400
2020 $10,712 $51,190 $3,185 $48,005
2019 $10,490 $55,642 $3,185 $52,457
2018 $10,313 $55,642 $3,185 $52,457
2017 $8,405 $42,418 $2,800 $39,618
2016 $7,996 $42,418 $2,800 $39,618
2015 $8,309 $47,969 $2,800 $45,169
2014 $8,134 $46,411 $2,450 $43,961
2013 $7,963 $46,411 $2,450 $43,961
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD10476316

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 17-06-200-061-0000