NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1535 Forest Ave Unit 306 River Forest, IL 60305

River Forest Area

Estimated Value: $301,000 - $358,622

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,694 Sq Ft
0.5 Acre Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: July 14, 2016

Last sale price $175,000 $103 Per Sq Ft

Est. 95% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,599 / mo

63 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • End Unit
  • Party Room
  • Willard Elementary School Rated A
  • Corner Lot
  • Formal Dining Room

About This Home

As of July 2016

Stunning 2 BR, 2 BA condo in a much sought after, well maintained ELEVATOR building in north River Forest. The open and spacious living room and dining room boast new gorgeous hardwood floors. Kitchen with new stove, microwave and dishwasher has room for a dining table that opens up to a balcony. The oversized master BR has new carpet, en suite full bath, and a generous walk in closet. 2nd BR has double closet. Upgraded electric service, new interior hardware and outlets, and new kitchen light fixtures are among the updates to this freshly painted unit. Extra storage and assigned covered parking spot are included. The combo of award winning schools and easy access to the city make River Forest the place to be!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lisa Grimes

Engel & Voelkers Chicago License #475155715 Listed on: 04/05/2016

Engel & Voelkers Chicago

Last Buyer's Agent

Kevin Calkins

Compass License #475161523

Compass

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,527

Year Built

  • Built in 1967

Lot Details

  • 0.5

HOA Fees

  • $379 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Rubber Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,694 Sq Ft Home
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Storage
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Potential Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Sinks

Parking

  • 1 Parking Space
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Parking Included in Price
  • Assigned Parking

Schools

  • Willard Elementary School
  • Roosevelt Middle School
  • Oak Park & River Forest High Sch

Utilities

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

Additional Features

  • Balcony
  • End Unit

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include heat, water, gas, parking, insurance, exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavenger, snow removal
  • 23 Units
  • Pilgrim Mgmt Company Association, Phone Number (708) 771-2244
  • Mid-Rise Community
  • Property managed by Pilgrim Mgmt Company
  • 5-Story Property

Amenities

  • Party Room
  • Coin Laundry
  • Community Storage Space
  • Elevator

Pet Policy

  • No Pets Allowed

Security

  • Resident Manager or Management On Site

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,527

Year Built

Built in 1967

Lot Details

0.5 Acres

HOA Fees

$379 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Type Attached: Condo,Mid Rise (4-6 Stories)
  • Ownership: Condo
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: Condo,Mid Rise (4-6 Stories)
  • Year Built: 1967
  • Age: 41-50 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rehab (Y/N): Yes
  • Unit Floor Level: 3
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 5

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal
  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Interior Amenities: Elevator, Hardwood Floors, Storage
  • LivingArea: 1694
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Stories Total: 5
  • Basement Description: None
  • Bathroom Amenities: Double Sink
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Balcony, End Unit
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot
  • Roof: Rubber
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Assigned
  • ParkingTotal: 1
  • Parking: Space/s
  • Parking On-Site: Yes
  • Parking Ownership: N/A

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: No
  • Association Fee: 379
  • Association Amenities: Coin Laundry, Elevator(s), Storage, Party Room
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Management: Manager Off-site
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Management Company: Pilgrim Mgmt Company
  • Management Contact Name: Pilgrim Mgmt Company
  • Management Phone: 708-771-2244
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

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

Schools

  • Elementary School: WILLARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
  • High School: OAK PARK & RIVER FOREST HIGH SCH
  • Middle/Junior School: ROOSEVELT SCHOOL

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: COMMON
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 16
  • Pets Allowed (Y/N): No
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3526.72
  • Tax Year: 2014
  • Tax Exemptions: None

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 23

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 5, 2016
Closed on
Jul 6, 2016
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Lisa Grimes
Engel & Voelkers Chicago
Buyer's Agent
Kevin Calkins
Compass
List Price
$184,999
Sold Price
$175,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,999
-5.4%
Current Estimated Value
$341,656

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$166,656
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.89%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 28, 2012
Closed on
Jul 6, 2012
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Joanne DeMonte
Sebastian Co. Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Joanne DeMonte
Sebastian Co. Real Estate
List Price
$137,000
Sold Price
$127,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,500
-6.93%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.22%
Source: Public Records
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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$175,000 First American Title
$127,500 Prairie Title
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
07/14/2016 07/14/16 Sold $175,000 -1.4% $103 / Sq Ft
06/07/2016 06/07/16 Pending -- -- --
05/24/2016 05/24/16 Price Changed $177,500 -4.1% $105 / Sq Ft
04/05/2016 04/05/16 For Sale $184,999 +45.1% $109 / Sq Ft
07/13/2012 07/13/12 Sold $127,500 -6.9% $75 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/28/2012 06/28/12 Pending -- -- --
06/28/2012 06/28/12 For Sale $137,000 0.0% $81 / Sq Ft
05/22/2012 05/22/12 Pending -- -- --
04/22/2012 04/22/12 Price Changed $137,000 -1.4% $81 / Sq Ft
02/28/2012 02/28/12 For Sale $139,000 -- $82 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History

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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
2025 $4,869 $23,753 $1,000 $22,753
2024 $4,869 $23,753 $1,000 $22,753
2023 $4,689 $23,753 $1,000 $22,753
2022 $4,689 $20,678 $875 $19,803
2021 $4,566 $20,678 $875 $19,803
2020 $4,587 $20,678 $875 $19,803
2019 $3,151 $16,324 $791 $15,533
2018 $2,778 $16,324 $791 $15,533
2017 $3,001 $16,324 $791 $15,533
2016 $2,542 $12,183 $666 $11,517
2015 $3,850 $12,183 $666 $11,517
2014 $3,527 $12,183 $666 $11,517
2013 $4,057 $14,377 $666 $13,711
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 09185383

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 15-01-103-080-1012

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