NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1540 Whitcomb Ave Des Plaines, IL 60018

Estimated Value: $320,000 - $355,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
808 Sq Ft
$410/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 01, 2020

Last sale price $239,000 $296 Per Sq Ft

Est. 39% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,414/month

9 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Deck
  • Fenced Yard
  • Central Elementary School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • 4-minute walk to Jaycee Park

About This Home

As of September 2020

Welcome home to this meticulously maintained 3 bedroom 1 bath home. Enjoy first floor living with a main bedroom, full bath, living room, dining room, and an adorable, light and bright kitchen. Classic hardwood floors on main level. Directly off the kitchen is a 15 x 14 deck where you can enjoy your morning coffee. Upstairs you will find two additional bedrooms. Downstairs you will find the laundry, a work bench, and tons of storage space! Peace of mind with new mechanicals - HW heater (2014) furnace (2017) air conditioner (2020) - refrigerator (2016) stove (2017) dishwasher (2018) roof (2012). The side drive leads to a wonderful fully fenced large backyard with a two car detached garage. Ideal proximity to parks, restaurants, and shopping. Come see it today!

Last Listed By

Colleen Berg

Berg Properties License #471019976 Listed on: 07/07/2020

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,690

Year Built | Renovated

  • 1930 | 2017

Lot Details

  • Southern Exposure
  • Fenced Yard

Parking

  • Detached Garage
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price
  • Garage Is Owned

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

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

Additional Features

  • Wood Flooring
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Deck
  • Property is near a bus stop

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions
  • $4,000 Seller Concession

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,690

Year Built | Renovated

1930 | 2017

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • General Information: Commuter Bus, Commuter Train, Interstate Access
  • Recent Rehab: Yes
  • Special Service Area: T
  • Age: 81-90 Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Rehab Year: 2017
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Style Of House: Cape Cod
  • Type Detached: 1.5 Story
  • Estimated Year Built: 1930
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Year Renovated: 2017

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Hardwood Floors, 1st Floor Full Bath
  • Number Of Rooms: 5
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Equipment: Humidifier
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Unfinished
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 3
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 3
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 15X19, On Level: Basement
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 10X10, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 12X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Additional Rooms: No additional rooms
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 20X10, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 12X10, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 11X10, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room Type: L-shaped

Exterior Features

  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Roof Type: Asphalt/Glass (Shingles)
  • Exterior Property Features: Deck, Storms/Screens
  • Exposure: S (South)
  • Acreage: 0.157

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

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

Schools

  • School District: 207
  • Elementary School: Central Elementary School
  • Middle School: Algonquin Middle School
  • High School: Maine West High School
  • Junior High Dist: 62

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 40X171
  • Lot Description: Fenced Yard
  • Parcel Identification Number: 09204060130000

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 4852.15

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 7, 2020
Closed on
Aug 24, 2020
Sold by
Gallagher Noreen G
Bought by
Szanati Joseph R and Piatkowski Tiffany A
Seller's Agent
Colleen Berg
Berg Properties
Buyer's Agent
Exclusive Agency
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List Price
$269,000
Sold Price
$239,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$30,000
-11.15%
Total Days on Market
9
Current Estimated Value
$331,632

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$92,632
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.03%
Original Mortgage
$191,200
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 22, 2017
Sold by
Pacquer Larry A
Bought by
Gallagher Noreen G

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$112,000
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 4, 2016
Sold by
Battle Laura L and Battle Sherry Laura
Bought by
Battle Laura L and Laura L Battle 2016 Trust

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
Szanati Joseph R $239,000 First American Title
Gallagher Noreen G $186,500 Attorneys Title Guaranty Fun
Battle Laura L -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Szanati Joseph R $191,200
Previous Owner Gallagher Noreen G $112,000
Previous Owner Battle Laura L $141,600
Previous Owner Sherry Laura L $125,000
Previous Owner Sherry Laura L $50,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/01/2020 09/01/20 Sold $239,000 0.0% $296 / Sq Ft
07/16/2020 07/16/20 Pending -- -- --
07/13/2020 07/13/20 Price Changed $239,000 -7.7% $296 / Sq Ft
07/08/2020 07/08/20 Price Changed $259,000 -3.7% $321 / Sq Ft
07/07/2020 07/07/20 For Sale $269,000 -- $333 / 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 $6,690 $24,974 $5,472 $19,502
2023 $6,690 $26,000 $5,472 $20,528
2022 $6,690 $26,000 $5,472 $20,528
2021 $4,988 $16,227 $4,446 $11,781
2020 $2,333 $16,227 $4,446 $11,781
2019 $0 $18,030 $4,446 $13,584
2018 $3,481 $16,794 $3,933 $12,861
2017 $3,942 $16,794 $3,933 $12,861
2016 $3,973 $16,794 $3,933 $12,861
2015 $3,693 $14,839 $3,420 $11,419
2014 $3,631 $14,839 $3,420 $11,419
2013 $3,523 $14,839 $3,420 $11,419
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD10772352

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 09-20-406-013-0000