NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1537 S Spencer Ave Berkeley, IL 60163

Estimated Value: $316,824 - $360,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
2,100 Sq Ft
$161/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 04, 2021

Last sale price $242,500 $115 Per Sq Ft

Est. 35% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,328/month

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Bonus Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Attic
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

About This Home

As of June 2021

MULTIPLE OFFERS RECEIVED. Don't miss out on this MOVE IN READY updated 4 Bedroom/2 Full Bath (2,100 Square feet) home situated on a quiet street! TWO OF THE FOUR BEDROOMS ARE LOCATED ON THE MAIN FLOOR. AS AN ADDED BONUS...THE SELLER'S PAID FOR THE BERKELEY PRE-SALE HOME INSPECTION WHICH WAS COMPLETED & APPROVED. This well maintained home has a lot of updates including a BRAND NEW EAT IN KITCHEN (2020) with white cabinetry and stainless steel appliances. Beautiful hardwood flooring has been installed throughout the main level that includes the bedrooms, living room and family room. The main floor Full Bath has been tastefully updated and includes MARBLE flooring. There is a large BONUS ROOM/ATTIC off of the master bedroom that can be used for additional storage/closet space. The extended long driveway leads to a 2.5 car garage with a fenced in yard. **This home is conveniently located minutes from the 290 expressway, Metra Station, walking distance to the Prairie Path (nature trail for biking), Downtown Elmhurst restaurants and the notable Elmhurst Hospital (3 miles), Oakbrook Shopping Center (5 miles) and O'Hare Airport (7 miles).

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Gary Leavenworth

Coldwell Banker Realty License #475133445 Listed on: 03/30/2021

Coldwell Banker Realty

Co-Listed By

Anita DiMarca

Coldwell Banker Realty License #475187933

Last Buyer's Agent

Denise Pav

Century 21 Circle License #471005958

Century 21 Circle

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,252

Year Built

  • Built in 1956 | Remodeled in 2020

Lot Details

  • 6,800 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 40x133
  • Fenced Yard
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 2,100 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Bonus Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Crawl Space
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Potential Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Porch

Schools

  • Sunnyside Elementary School
  • Macarthur Middle School
  • Proviso West High School

Utilities

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

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,252

Year Built

Built in 1956 | Remodeled in 2020

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 1.5 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Cape Cod
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 1.5 Story
  • Year Built: 1956
  • Age: 61-70 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Interstate Access
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2020
  • New Construction Y/N: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Renovated: 2020

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Interior Amenities: Hardwood Floors, 1st Floor Bedroom, In-Law Arrangement, 1st Floor Laundry, 1st Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • LivingArea: 2100
  • Other Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Room Type: Attic, Bonus Room
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 2100
  • Basement Description: Crawl
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 2100
  • Total Sq Ft: 2100
  • Attic: Full,Unfinished
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 2100

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Porch
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • List Price: 238900
  • Lot Features: Fenced Yard
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Number of Cars: 2
  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer, Sewer-Storm
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Sunnyside Elementary School
  • High School: Proviso West High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Macarthur Middle School
  • Middle/Junior School District: 87

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1561
  • Lot Dimensions: 40X133
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 10
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 8252
  • Tax Year: 2019
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 15, 2022
Sold by
Hines Ethel
Bought by
Ethel M Hines Revocable Trust
Current Estimated Value
$328,235

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 30, 2021
Closed on
Jun 4, 2021
Sold by
Hernandez Henry
Bought by
Hines Ethel M
Seller's Agent
Gary Leavenworth
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Denise Pav
Century 21 Circle
Sold Price
$242,500

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.13%
Original Mortgage
$194,000
Interest Rate
2.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 20, 2005
Sold by
Blackmon Charles E and Blackmon Cheryl L
Bought by
Hernandez Henry

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$194,000
Interest Rate
6.05%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
Ethel M Hines Revocable Trust -- Chicago Title
Hines Ethel M $242,500 Chicago Title
Hernandez Henry $200,000 Pntn
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Hines Ethel M $194,000
Previous Owner Hernandez Henry $194,000
Previous Owner Blackmon Charles E $20,287
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/04/2021 06/04/21 Sold $242,500 +1.5% $115 / Sq Ft
04/03/2021 04/03/21 For Sale -- -- --
04/02/2021 04/02/21 Pending -- -- --
03/30/2021 03/30/21 For Sale $238,900 -- $114 / 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 $6,180 $26,000 $3,740 $22,260
2023 $7,548 $26,000 $3,740 $22,260
2022 $7,548 $22,912 $2,550 $20,362
2021 $8,786 $22,912 $2,550 $20,362
2020 $8,386 $22,912 $2,550 $20,362
2019 $8,252 $22,386 $2,380 $20,006
2018 $8,086 $22,386 $2,380 $20,006
2017 $7,745 $22,386 $2,380 $20,006
2016 $6,653 $18,514 $2,210 $16,304
2015 $6,572 $18,514 $2,210 $16,304
2014 $6,476 $18,514 $2,210 $16,304
2013 $6,508 $19,976 $2,210 $17,766
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD11035034

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 15-08-116-032-0000