NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1535 Forest Ave Unit 206 River Forest, IL 60305

Estimated Value: $312,000 - $346,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,694 Sq Ft
$369/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold September 20, 2016

Last sale price $210,000 $124 Per Sq Ft

Est. 57% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,744/month

109 Days on Market

Highlights

  • End Unit
  • Balcony
  • Storage
  • Willard Elementary School Rated A
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Handicap Shower

About This Home

As of September 2016

BEAUTIFUL DESIGNER UNIT. COMPLETELY REMODELED W/ HIGH END FINISHES 2 BEDROOM 2 BATH UNIT WITH NATURAL LIGHT. PLENTY OF LIVING / ENTERTAINMENT SPACE. CUSTOM CABINETRY THROUGHOUT BRIGHT EAT IN KITCHEN. MASTER BEDROOM WITH MASTER BATH HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBLE SHOWER & WALK IN CLOSET 2ND BEDROOM WITH DOUBLE CLOSET. FRESHLY PAINTED & NEW CARPET. WELL-MAINTAINED BLDG WITH COVERED PARKING INCLUDED. INDIVIDUAL CONTROLLED HEAT (IN ASSESSMENT).

Last Listed By

Gabe Caporale

Caporale Realty Group License #471015147 Listed on: 11/09/2015

Caporale Realty Group

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,504

Year Built

  • 1960

Lot Details

  • End Unit
  • East or West Exposure

HOA Fees

  • $369 per month

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Oven or Range

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

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

Home Security

Parking

  • Parking Available
  • Parking Included in Price
  • Assigned Parking

Utilities

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

Additional Features

  • Storage
  • Handicap Shower
  • North or South Exposure
  • Balcony

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,504

Year Built

1960

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$369 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Recent Rehab: Yes
  • Unit Floor Level: 2
  • Age: 51-60 Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Ownership: Condo
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Estimated Year Built: 1960
  • Type Attached: Condo
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 5
  • Year Built: 1960

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Elevator, Storage
  • Number Of Rooms: 5
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 20X15, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Refrigerator
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 2
  • Primary Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower, Handicap Shower, Double Sink
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 2
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 12X13, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 18X10, On Level: Main Level
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Table Space
  • Additional Rooms: No additional rooms
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 12X20, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 12X13, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1694
  • Dining Room Type: Combined w/ LivRm

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Exterior Property Features: Balcony, Storms/Screens, End Unit
  • Exposure: N (North), E (East)

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 1
  • Parking: Space/s
  • Parking Details: Assigned Spaces
  • Number Parking Spaces: 1
  • Parking On Site: Yes
  • Parking Included In Price: Yes

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Pet Information: No Pets
  • Common Area Amenities: Bike Room/Bike Trails, Coin Laundry, Elevator, Storage, Party Room
  • Assessment Includes: Heat, Water, Gas, Common Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal
  • Assessment Association Fees: 369
  • Management Contact Name: *
  • Management Phone: 000-000-0000

Fee Information

  • Management Company: SELF

Schools

  • School District: 200
  • Junior High Dist: 90

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: COMMON
  • Parcel Identification Number: 15011030801006

Multi Family

  • Total Number Unitsin Building: 23
  • Number Stories: 5

Tax Info

  • Taxes: $3887.76

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 9, 2015
Closed on
Aug 23, 2016
Sold by
Carnahan Caroline Lee and Caroline Lee Carnahan Trust
Bought by
Ruiz Alfonso
Seller's Agent
Gabe Caporale
Caporale Realty Group
Buyer's Agent
Julie Cliggett
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices KoenigRubloff
List Price
$234,900
Sold Price
$210,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,900
-10.6%
Total Days on Market
109
Current Estimated Value
$330,590

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$120,590
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.40%
Original Mortgage
$189,000
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 24, 2016
Sold by
Carnahan Louann and Carnahan Hugh
Bought by
Caroline Lee Carnahan Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 8, 2010
Sold by
Dante Michael
Bought by
Carnahan Louann and Carnahan Hugh

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 30, 2010
Sold by
Autry Adriene
Bought by
Carnahan Louann and Carnahan Hugh

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Ruiz Alfonso $210,000 First American Title
Caroline Lee Carnahan Trust -- Attorney
Carnahan Louann $113,000 Chicago Title Insurance Co
Carnahan Louann -- Chicago Title Insurance Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Ruiz Alfonso $189,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/20/2016 09/20/16 Sold $210,000 -10.6% $124 / Sq Ft
02/26/2016 02/26/16 Pending -- -- --
11/09/2015 11/09/15 For Sale $234,900 -- $139 / 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 $6,504 $23,136 $974 $22,162
2023 $6,504 $23,136 $974 $22,162
2022 $6,504 $20,142 $853 $19,289
2021 $6,263 $20,140 $852 $19,288
2020 $6,120 $20,140 $852 $19,288
2019 $4,936 $15,900 $771 $15,129
2018 $4,673 $15,900 $771 $15,129
2017 $4,656 $15,900 $771 $15,129
2016 $4,320 $13,430 $649 $12,781
2015 $4,244 $13,430 $649 $12,781
2014 $3,888 $13,430 $649 $12,781
2013 $4,939 $17,505 $649 $16,856
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Gabe Caporale

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Gabe Caporale

    Caporale Realty Group

    (708) 473-7334

    10 in this area

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD09083563

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 15-01-103-080-1006

Illinois Cook County River Forest 60305

1535 Forest Ave Unit 206, River Forest, IL

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This home is located at 1535 Forest Ave Unit 206, River Forest, IL 60305 since 09 November 2015 and is currently estimated at $330,590, approximately $195 per square foot. This property was built in 1960. 1535 Forest Ave Unit 206 is a home located in Cook County with nearby schools including Willard Elementary School, Roosevelt Middle School, and Oak Park and River Forest High School.

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