Seller's Agent in 2023
Julie Downey
Compass
(708) 203-0289
27 in this area
76 Total Sales
1539 Franklin Ave Unit 1 River Forest, IL 60305
Estimated Value: $254,000 - $348,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,500
Sq Ft
$444/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Ceramic Tile Flooring
- Willard Elementary School Rated A
- Laundry Room
- 5-minute walk to Constitution Park
About This Home
As of August 2023Live in River Forest! Welcome home to this affordable, bright and spacious, 3 bedroom, 2 bath condominium on a quiet tree lined street in North RF. This first floor unit features an open floor plan with ample living space, dining area and freshly updated kitchen with stainless appliances and plenty of counter space. All bedrooms are generously sized and the primary even has an ensuite bathroom! In unit laundry with gorgeous parquet floors throughout. Space to grill outside your backdoor and 1 attached garage space along with 1 outdoor space make this place unbeatable! Steps to great restaurants, grocery store, park, schools and shops along North Avenue. No rental restrictions.
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,228
Year Built
- Built in 1955
Lot Details
- 7,536
HOA Fees
- $444 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- 1,500 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Family Room
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Laundry Room
Flooring
- Parquet
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Schools
- Willard Elementary School
- Roosevelt Middle School
- Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
Utilities
- One Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include water, parking, insurance, exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavenger, snow removal
- 6 Units
- Lauren Schrader Association, Phone Number (773) 219-3559
- Property managed by Haus Financial Services
Pet Policy
- Pets up to 30 lbs
- Pet Size Limit
- Dogs and Cats Allowed
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 3, 2023
Closed on
Aug 1, 2023
Sold by
Gleeson Edward and Gleeson Laura
Bought by
Velazquez Karina
Seller's Agent
Julie Downey
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Erica Cuneen
Beyond Properties Realty Group
List Price
$249,000
Sold Price
$235,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,000
-5.62%
Views
594
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
$58,113
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.20%
Original Mortgage
$230,743
Outstanding Balance
$226,487
Interest Rate
6.67%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$66,626
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 20, 2022
Closed on
Mar 11, 2022
Sold by
Genovese David B
Bought by
Harkins Laura and Gleeson Edward
Seller's Agent
Mary Carlin
Baird & Warner
Buyer's Agent
Julie Downey
Compass
Sold Price
$235,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.00%
Original Mortgage
$223,250
Interest Rate
3.92%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 20, 2022
Closed on
Jan 25, 2022
Sold by
Genovese David B
Bought by
Harkins Laura and Gleeson Edward
Seller's Agent
Mary Carlin
Baird & Warner
Buyer's Agent
Julie Downey
Compass
Sold Price
$235,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$223,250
Interest Rate
3.92%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 20, 2004
Sold by
Lopez Elizabeth Perez
Bought by
Genovese David B
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$190,578
Interest Rate
5.74%
Mortgage Type
FHA
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Velazquez Karina | $235,000 | Prairie Title | |
| Harkins Laura | $235,000 | -- | |
| Harkins Laura | $235,000 | -- | |
| Genovese David B | $196,500 | Atgf Inc |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Velazquez Karina | $230,743 | |
| Previous Owner | Harkins Laura | $223,250 | |
| Previous Owner | Harkins Laura | $223,250 | |
| Previous Owner | Genovese David | $183,801 | |
| Previous Owner | Genovese David B | $186,853 | |
| Previous Owner | Genovese David B | $190,578 | |
| Previous Owner | Perez Lopez Elizabeth | $149,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Perez Lopez Elizabeth | $39,274 | |
| Previous Owner | Perez Lopez Elizabeth | $90,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/03/2023 08/03/23 | Sold | $235,000 | -0.8% | $157 / Sq Ft |
| 06/12/2023 06/12/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/02/2023 06/02/23 | Price Changed | $237,000 | -2.1% | $158 / Sq Ft |
| 05/20/2023 05/20/23 | Price Changed | $242,000 | -2.8% | $161 / Sq Ft |
| 02/03/2023 02/03/23 | For Sale | $249,000 | +6.0% | $166 / Sq Ft |
| 03/08/2022 03/08/22 | Sold | $235,000 | 0.0% | $157 / Sq Ft |
| 01/29/2022 01/29/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/26/2022 01/26/22 | For Sale | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/25/2022 01/25/22 | Off Market | $235,000 | -- | -- |
| 01/20/2022 01/20/22 | For Sale | $259,900 | -- | $173 / 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 | $6,184 | $22,590 | $2,337 | $20,253 |
| 2023 | $4,361 | $22,590 | $2,337 | $20,253 |
| 2022 | $4,361 | $16,925 | $2,452 | $14,473 |
| 2021 | $4,228 | $16,924 | $2,451 | $14,473 |
| 2020 | $4,200 | $16,924 | $2,451 | $14,473 |
| 2019 | $6,068 | $22,975 | $2,221 | $20,754 |
| 2018 | $5,742 | $22,975 | $2,221 | $20,754 |
| 2017 | $5,739 | $22,975 | $2,221 | $20,754 |
| 2016 | $5,247 | $18,809 | $1,838 | $16,971 |
| 2015 | $5,115 | $18,809 | $1,838 | $16,971 |
| 2014 | $4,701 | $18,809 | $1,838 | $16,971 |
| 2013 | $4,352 | $18,053 | $1,838 | $16,215 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Julie Downey
-
Erica Cuneen
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Erica Cuneen
Beyond Properties Realty Group
(708) 220-2025
21 in this area
330 Total Sales
-
Mary Carlin
Seller's Agent in 2022
Mary Carlin
Baird Warner
(708) 207-3890
3 in this area
44 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 11712523
APN: 15-01-105-047-1001
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