NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1535 Park Ave Unit 203 River Forest, IL 60305

Estimated Value: $297,000 - $383,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,532 Sq Ft
18,121 Sq Ft Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: June 1, 2020

Last sale price $240,000 $157 Per Sq Ft

Est. 40% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,835 / mo

46 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Balcony
  • Willard Elementary School Rated A
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Walk-In Closet

About This Home

As of June 2020

Make your heart sing! Updated three bedroom condo has an open layout and a great floor plan. Over 1500 square feet. Large foyer with double coat closet. Double entry doors make it easy to move furniture and large items in and out of the unit. Eat in kitchen has granite counter-tops, white cabinets, newer stainless steel appliances and three windows for plenty of natural light. Enjoy your morning coffee on the east facing balcony. Hard wood floors in living room, foyer and dining rooms, other rooms have quality wood laminate. Master suite has full bath, walk in closet and second closet with custom shelving. Master also has plenty of room for a king sized bed and furniture. The additional bedrooms have double windows and large closets. Well managed building. Building amenities include: brick paver circle drive for easy drop off, elevator, party room, laundry room and storage area. Enjoy some green space in the common back yard. One covered parking space included, second space available for lease. Walking distance to restaurants, shopping, Dominican & Concordia Universities. Note: Taxes will be lower, do not reflect homeowner's exemption.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Vanessa Willey

Baird & Warner License #475122333 Listed on: 02/22/2020

Baird & Warner

Last Buyer's Agent

Dorothy Gillian

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago License #475141002

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Year Built

  • 1965

Lot Details

  • 0.42

HOA Fees

  • $493 per month

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slab Foundation
  • Asphalt Rolled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Entrance Foyer
  • Storage
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Walk-In Closet
  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • Dual Sinks
  • Separate Shower

Parking

  • Parking Available
  • Brick Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price
  • Assigned Parking

Utilities

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

Additional Features

  • Balcony
  • Property is near bus stop

Community Details

  • Common Area

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Year Built

1965

Lot Details

0.42 Acres

HOA Fees

$493 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • General Information: Commuter Bus, Interstate Access
  • Unit Floor Level: 2
  • Age: 51-60 Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Ownership: Condo
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Estimated Year Built: 1965
  • Type Attached: Condo
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 5
  • Year Built: 1965

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Elevator, Hardwood Floors, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Number Of Rooms: 6
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 21X14, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Blinds
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 3
  • Primary Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower, Double Sink
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 3
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 14X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Blinds
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 16X9, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Wood Laminate, Windows: Blinds
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Table Space, Pantry-Closet
  • Additional Rooms: Balcony, Foyer
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 18X12, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Wood Laminate, Windows: Blinds
  • Additional Room 1 Name: Balcony, Dimensions: 11X4, On Level: Main Level
  • Additional Room 2 Name: Foyer, Dimensions: 7X7, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 13X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Wood Laminate, Windows: Blinds
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 13X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Wood Laminate, Windows: Blinds
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1532
  • Dining Room Type: Separate

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Roof Type: Asphalt/Glass (Rolled)
  • Exterior Property Features: Balcony

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 1
  • Parking: Space/s
  • Parking Details: Assigned Spaces, Driveway
  • Number Parking Spaces: 1
  • Parking On Site: Yes
  • Driveway: Brick
  • 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
  • Management: Self-Management
  • Pet Information: No Pets
  • Common Area Amenities: Coin Laundry, Elevator, Storage, Party Room, Security Door Locks
  • Assessment Includes: Water, Common Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal
  • Assessment Association Fees: 493
  • Management Contact Name: Mary Swindel
  • Management Phone: 708-488-0757

Fee Information

  • Management Company: Monroe Management

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: 90

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: COMMON
  • Lot Description: Common Grounds
  • Parcel Identification Number: 15011040571003

Multi Family

  • Total Number Unitsin Building: 20
  • Number Stories: 5

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 4481.41

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 22, 2020
Closed on
May 15, 2020
Sold by
Ayyagari Swati and Dunseth Andrew
Bought by
Johnsen Steven R and Johnsen Karen R
Seller's Agent
Vanessa Willey
Baird & Warner
Buyer's Agent
Dorothy Gillian
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
List Price
$259,900
Sold Price
$240,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,900
-7.66%
Current Estimated Value
$336,052

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$96,052
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.90%
Original Mortgage
$180,000
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 5, 2016
Closed on
Dec 14, 2016
Sold by
Shore Arjan and Shore Adriana
Bought by
Ayyagari Swati
Seller's Agent
Kosta Shamata
Exit Realty Redefined
Buyer's Agent
Molly Surowitz
Baird & Warner
List Price
$224,500
Sold Price
$216,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$8,500
-3.79%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.09%
Original Mortgage
$172,800
Interest Rate
4.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 16, 2014
Closed on
Dec 17, 2015
Sold by
Devon Bank
Bought by
Shore Arjan and Shore Adriana
Seller's Agent
Victor Jimenez
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices American Heritage
Buyer's Agent
Kosta Shamata
Luxara Real Estate LLC
List Price
$154,500
Sold Price
$139,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,600
-9.45%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
54.40%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 25, 2006
Sold by
Parise Lillian
Bought by
Jackering Friedl

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 10, 2001
Sold by
West Suburban Bank
Bought by
Parise Lillian

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 13, 1994
Sold by
American Midwest Bank & Trust
Bought by
Parise Lillian

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$59,000
Interest Rate
8.86%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Johnsen Steven R $240,000 Baird & Warner Ttl Svcs Inc
Ayyagari Swati $216,000 Chicago Title
Shore Arjan $140,000 Precision Title
Jackering Friedl $270,000 Prairie Title
Parise Lillian -- --
Parise Lillian $169,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Johnsen Steven R $180,000
Previous Owner Ayyagari Swati $172,800
Previous Owner Parise Lillian $59,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
06/01/2020 06/01/20 Sold $240,000 -4.0% $157 / Sq Ft
04/08/2020 04/08/20 Pending -- -- --
03/16/2020 03/16/20 Price Changed $249,900 -3.8% $163 / Sq Ft
02/22/2020 02/22/20 For Sale $259,900 +20.3% $170 / Sq Ft
12/16/2016 12/16/16 Sold $216,000 -3.8% $141 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
11/05/2016 11/05/16 Pending -- -- --
11/05/2016 11/05/16 For Sale $224,500 +60.5% $147 / Sq Ft
12/17/2015 12/17/15 Sold $139,900 0.0% $91 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
11/13/2015 11/13/15 Pending -- -- --
10/28/2015 10/28/15 Price Changed $139,900 -3.5% $91 / Sq Ft
09/22/2015 09/22/15 Price Changed $144,900 -3.1% $95 / Sq Ft
07/30/2015 07/30/15 Price Changed $149,500 -3.2% $98 / Sq Ft
07/30/2015 07/30/15 For Sale $154,500 +10.4% $101 / Sq Ft
07/18/2015 07/18/15 Off Market $139,900 -- --
05/28/2015 05/28/15 Price Changed $154,500 -3.4% $101 / Sq Ft
04/01/2015 04/01/15 Price Changed $160,000 -3.0% $104 / Sq Ft
02/18/2015 02/18/15 Price Changed $165,000 -2.9% $108 / Sq Ft
01/12/2015 01/12/15 Price Changed $170,000 -2.9% $111 / Sq Ft
12/10/2014 12/10/14 Price Changed $175,000 -6.4% $114 / Sq Ft
08/16/2014 08/16/14 For Sale $186,900 -- $122 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

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
2025 $6,575 $27,336 $1,382 $25,954
2024 $6,575 $27,336 $1,382 $25,954
2023 $5,393 $27,336 $1,382 $25,954
2022 $5,393 $20,124 $2,039 $18,085
2021 $5,222 $20,122 $2,038 $18,084
2020 $5,172 $20,122 $2,038 $18,084
2019 $3,669 $15,249 $1,857 $13,392
2018 $4,481 $15,249 $1,857 $13,392
2017 $4,465 $15,249 $1,857 $13,392
2016 $3,731 $14,095 $1,540 $12,555
2015 $4,633 $17,282 $1,540 $15,742
2014 $4,259 $17,282 $1,540 $15,742
2013 $4,177 $14,805 $1,540 $13,265
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Vanessa Willey

    Baird Warner

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    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Dorothy Gillian

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

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  • Kosta Shamata

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Kosta Shamata

    Exit Realty Redefined

    (630) 400-3284

    73 Total Sales

    Kosta Shamata
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    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Molly Surowitz

    Baird & Warner

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  • Victor Jimenez

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Victor Jimenez

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices American Heritage

    (773) 968-0238

    79 Total Sales

    Victor Jimenez
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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD10644923

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 15-01-104-057-1003

Illinois Cook County River Forest 60305

1535 Park Ave Unit 203, River Forest, IL

Not Listed for Sale

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