NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1541 E Algonquin Rd Des Plaines, IL 60016

Estimated Value: $419,000 - $475,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,905 Sq Ft
$230/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 10, 2020

Last sale price $302,000 $159 Per Sq Ft

Est. 45% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,112/month

309 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Recreation Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Central Elementary School Rated A
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Detached Garage

About This Home

As of August 2020

Pampered beauty turn of the century home (1899) with modern day features will win your heart the moment you walk in the cozy foyer. Charm, character and location make this the perfect place to live. Features include 2 newer furnaces (2016 & 2013), Roof 2011, Stainless Steel Appliances (new fridge 2019), new carpet in huge living and dining room, 1st floor family room with woodburning brick fireplace that opens to the kitchen, freshly painted, updated baths, gutter guards, full basement with plenty of room for storage and a partially finished, hardwood floors in bedrooms and under carpet in the living and dining room, 2.5 detached garage. The owners have taken pristine care of the home. Close to shopping, town and expressways. Please note this home is NOT in a flood plain. This home is currently unoccuppied so it is safe and easy to show.

Last Listed By

Carol Lynn Seifert

Century 21 Circle License #475097491 Listed on: 09/10/2019

Century 21 Circle

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,869

Year Built

  • 1899

Lot Details

  • 6,098

Parking

  • Detached Garage
  • Garage Is Owned

Home Design

  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Aluminum Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Recreation Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

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

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

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

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions
  • $7,000 Seller Concession

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,869

Year Built

1899

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Number Interior Fireplaces: 1
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Estimated Year Built: 1899
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner, Senior
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1899

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Hardwood Floors, 1st Floor Full Bath
  • Number Of Rooms: 8
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 16X13, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances
  • Equipment: CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan, Sump Pump
  • Fireplace Details: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Partially Finished
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 3
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 3
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 1X1, On Level: Basement
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 12X12, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 16X12, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Vinyl
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Table Space, Pantry-Closet
  • Additional Rooms: Recreation Room, Foyer
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 13X10, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Additional Room 1 Name: Recreation Rm, Dimensions: 13X11, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Carpet
  • Additional Room 2 Name: Foyer, Dimensions: 14X8, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 12X10, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 13X8, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1905
  • Dining Room Type: Separate
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 16X15, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Vinyl

Exterior Features

  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Exterior Building Type: Aluminum Siding
  • Roof Type: Asphalt/Glass (Shingles)
  • Acreage: 0.1469

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 2.5
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Air Conditioner: Central Air
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Sewer: Sewer-Storm
  • Heating Fuel: Gas, Forced Air, 2+ Sep Heating Systems

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Assessed Sq Ft: 1905

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 50X128
  • Parcel Identification Number: 09204030110000

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 5997.24

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 10, 2019
Closed on
Aug 5, 2020
Sold by
Benson Yolanda R and Charles Benson Sr Trust
Bought by
Ayers Shane Thomas and Ayers Teresa G
Seller's Agent
Carol Lynn Seifert
Century 21 Circle
Buyer's Agent
Nancy Perlman
HomeSmart Connect LLC
List Price
$325,000
Sold Price
$302,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$23,000
-7.08%
Total Days on Market
309
Current Estimated Value
$438,691

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$136,691
Original Mortgage
$241,600
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 23, 2015
Sold by
Benson Charles R
Bought by
Benson Charles R and Charles R Benson Sr Revocable Declaratio

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 14, 2003
Sold by
Benson Charles R and Benson Felicia R
Bought by
Dec Benson Felicia R and Felicia R Benson Revocable Declaration O

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

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Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Ayers Shane Thomas $302,000 Attorney
Benson Charles R -- Attorney
Dec Benson Felicia R -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Ayers Shane Thomas $241,600
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/10/2020 08/10/20 Sold $302,000 -1.0% $159 / Sq Ft
07/15/2020 07/15/20 Pending -- -- --
06/24/2020 06/24/20 Price Changed $305,000 -3.2% $160 / Sq Ft
05/04/2020 05/04/20 Price Changed $315,000 -3.1% $165 / Sq Ft
09/10/2019 09/10/19 For Sale $325,000 -- $171 / 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 $7,869 $34,000 $5,120 $28,880
2023 $7,869 $34,000 $5,120 $28,880
2022 $7,869 $34,000 $5,120 $28,880
2021 $7,130 $26,527 $4,160 $22,367
2020 $8,016 $26,527 $4,160 $22,367
2019 $6,271 $29,475 $4,160 $25,315
2018 $5,997 $26,237 $3,680 $22,557
2017 $5,923 $26,237 $3,680 $22,557
2016 $6,101 $26,237 $3,680 $22,557
2015 $6,902 $22,829 $3,200 $19,629
2014 $6,756 $22,829 $3,200 $19,629
2013 $6,588 $22,829 $3,200 $19,629
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD10512655

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 09-20-403-011-0000