1531 Crain St Evanston, IL 60202
West Village NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $414,000 - $540,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,346
Sq Ft
$343/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Recreation Room
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Den
- Nichols Middle School Rated A-
- Cottage
- 3-minute walk to Grandmother Park
About This Home
As of May 2020Darling, updated workers cottage in vibrant Dewey-Darrow Arts neighborhood. Sun drenched living area with hardwood floor. Cook's kitchen with new stainless steel appliances, ceramic tile backsplash and butcher block counters. The first floor has a bedroom with hardwood floor and dual closets and a full bath. Two more second floor bedrooms with den/office space. Newly landscaped backyard is fully fenced with brick paver patio. Full basement with rec room, powder room and laundry room. Newer roof, sewer line, and gutters. Two blocks to Washington Elementary School and Crown Park. Virtual Tour in Additional Information.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,942
Year Built
- 1892
Lot Details
- 1,742
Home Design
- Cottage
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Brick Foundation
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Aluminum Siding
Interior Spaces
- Den
- Recreation Room
Kitchen
- Oven or Range
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Bathroom on Main Level
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Partially Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Gas
Additional Features
- Patio
- Fenced Yard
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
- $8,000 Seller Concession
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 7, 2020
Closed on
May 26, 2020
Sold by
Engstrom Stephanie I and Engstrom Jeffrey
Bought by
Wherry Molly Marie and Wherry Kenneth Wayne
Seller's Agent
Judith Offerle
Baird & Warner
Buyer's Agent
Christopher Gaggero
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$315,000
Sold Price
$294,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$21,000
-6.67%
Total Days on Market
19
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$167,034
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.92%
Original Mortgage
$274,000
Interest Rate
3.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 13, 2015
Closed on
Aug 13, 2015
Sold by
Donoghue Vincent and Donoghue Cheryl Susanne
Bought by
Engstrom Stephanie I
Seller's Agent
Osh Nissan
Dream Town Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Judith Offerle
Baird & Warner
List Price
$259,000
Sold Price
$238,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$21,000
-8.11%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.51%
Original Mortgage
$190,400
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 19, 1999
Sold by
Sylvestre Douglas M
Bought by
Donoghue Vincent and Donoghue Cheryl Susanne
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$150,950
Interest Rate
7.88%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 8, 1998
Sold by
Sylvestre Douglas M and Sylvestre Douglas A
Bought by
Sylvestre Douglas M
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 27, 1997
Sold by
Sylvestre Douglas A
Bought by
Sylvester Douglas M and Sylvestre Douglas A
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 23, 1996
Sold by
Sylvestre Linda D
Bought by
Sylvestre Douglas A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$47,000
Interest Rate
12.75%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wherry Molly Marie | $294,000 | Near North National Title | |
| Engstrom Stephanie I | $238,000 | Fidelity National Title | |
| Donoghue Vincent | $152,000 | First American Title | |
| Sylvestre Douglas M | -- | -- | |
| Sylvester Douglas M | -- | -- | |
| Sylvestre Douglas A | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Wherry Molly Marie | $274,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Engstrom Stephanie I | $190,400 | |
| Previous Owner | Donoghue Vincent J | $105,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Donoghue Vincent | $97,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Donoghue Vincents J | $161,250 | |
| Previous Owner | Donoghue Vincent | $158,400 | |
| Previous Owner | Donoghue Vincent J | $156,380 | |
| Previous Owner | Donoghue Vincent J | $152,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Donoghue Vincent | $150,950 | |
| Previous Owner | Sylvestre Douglas A | $47,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/26/2020 05/26/20 | Sold | $294,000 | -6.7% | $218 / Sq Ft |
| 04/26/2020 04/26/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/07/2020 04/07/20 | For Sale | $315,000 | +32.4% | $234 / Sq Ft |
| 08/13/2015 08/13/15 | Sold | $238,000 | -8.1% | $177 / Sq Ft |
| 06/29/2015 06/29/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/23/2015 03/23/15 | For Sale | $259,000 | 0.0% | $192 / Sq Ft |
| 03/17/2015 03/17/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/13/2015 03/13/15 | For Sale | $259,000 | -- | $192 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $5,942 | $29,000 | $3,465 | $25,535 |
| 2023 | $5,942 | $29,000 | $3,465 | $25,535 |
| 2022 | $5,942 | $29,000 | $3,465 | $25,535 |
| 2021 | $5,956 | $25,775 | $2,310 | $23,465 |
| 2020 | $5,937 | $25,775 | $2,310 | $23,465 |
| 2019 | $5,922 | $28,703 | $2,310 | $26,393 |
| 2018 | $5,579 | $23,800 | $1,925 | $21,875 |
| 2017 | $5,450 | $23,800 | $1,925 | $21,875 |
| 2016 | $5,391 | $23,800 | $1,925 | $21,875 |
| 2015 | $5,543 | $20,674 | $1,588 | $19,086 |
| 2014 | $4,321 | $20,674 | $1,588 | $19,086 |
| 2013 | $4,195 | $20,674 | $1,588 | $19,086 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Judith Offerle
Seller's Agent in 2020
Judith Offerle
Baird Warner
(847) 881-2334
1 in this area
8 Total Sales
-
Christopher Gaggero
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Christopher Gaggero
@ Properties
(773) 715-1479
4 in this area
185 Total Sales
-
Osh Nissan
Seller's Agent in 2015
Osh Nissan
Dream Town Real Estate
(847) 961-4700
15 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: MRD10685495
APN: 10-24-205-016-0000
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