NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1543 Monroe Ave Unit 1 River Forest, IL 60305

Estimated Value: $238,000 - $268,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,200 Sq Ft
$225/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold April 29, 2016

Last sale price $185,000 $154 Per Sq Ft

Est. 35% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,958/month

77 Days on Market

Highlights

  • End Unit
  • Detached Garage
  • Storage Room
  • Willard Elementary School Rated A
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Property is near a bus stop

About This Home

As of April 2016

Move in ready! Open floor plan in this recent rehab 3 bedroom condo. Oak cabinets and granite counter tops. Two bathrooms completed updated. All neutral decor with fresh paint. Beautiful view of the courtyard. 1 Car garage included! Large storage shed and laundry in basement. Close to everything in highly desired area! 13 Month home warranty included!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Megan Hancock

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475154987 Listed on: 01/05/2016

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Marion Digre

RE/MAX In The Village License #471007794

RE/MAX In The Village

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,258

Lot Details

  • 0.53

HOA Fees

  • $225 per month

Parking

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

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Storage Room
  • Laminate Flooring

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Home Security

Utilities

  • Two Cooling Systems Mounted To A Wall/Window
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Additional Features

  • End Unit
  • Property is near a bus stop

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Community Details

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Security

  • Storm Screens

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,258

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$225 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • General Information: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus, Commuter Train
  • Recent Rehab: Yes
  • Unit Floor Level: 1
  • Age: 41-50 Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Ownership: Condo
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 1.1
  • Estimated Year Built: U
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
  • Type Attached: Condo
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 3

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Wood Laminate Floors, Storage
  • Number Of Rooms: 6
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 18X15, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Wood Laminate, Windows: Blinds
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 3
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 3
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 12X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Wood Laminate, Windows: Blinds
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 12X10, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Wood Laminate, Windows: Blinds
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Breakfast Bar
  • Additional Rooms: Storage
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 14X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: Blinds
  • Additional Room 1 Name: Storage, Dimensions: 10X4, On Level: Basement
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 13X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: Blinds
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 11X10, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: Blinds
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1200

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Roof Type: Asphalt/Glass (Shingles)
  • Exterior Property Features: Storms/Screens, End Unit

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 1
  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s), Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 1
  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Parking Included In Price: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Air Conditioner: 2 (Window/Wall Unit)
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Heating Fuel: Gas

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Max Pet Weight: 50
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Pet Information: Pet Weight Limitation
  • Common Area Amenities: Coin Laundry, Storage
  • Assessment Includes: Water, Common Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal
  • Assessment Association Fees: 225
  • Management Contact Name: Greg M
  • Management Phone: 708-445-0500

Fee Information

  • Management Company: Paramount Management

Schools

  • School District: 200
  • Junior High Dist: 90

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: COMMON
  • Parcel Identification Number: 15012020281002

Multi Family

  • Total Number Unitsin Building: 2
  • Number Stories: 3

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 1396.58

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 20, 2022
Sold by
Jones Ebony
Bought by
Cipolletta Massimo
Current Estimated Value
$249,582

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$214,051
Outstanding Balance
$205,637
Interest Rate
5.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$46,375

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 5, 2016
Closed on
Apr 29, 2016
Sold by
Hancock Joshua
Bought by
Jones Ebony
Seller's Agent
Megan Hancock
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Marion Digre
RE/MAX In The Village
List Price
$199,900
Sold Price
$185,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,900
-7.45%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.41%
Original Mortgage
$175,750
Interest Rate
3.71%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 20, 2007
Sold by
Kvistad Alvin J and Kvistad Alice B
Bought by
Hancock Joshua J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$206,500
Interest Rate
6.19%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 30, 2000
Sold by
Kvistad Alvin J and Kvistad Alice B
Bought by
Kvistad Alvin J and Kvistad Alice B

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 9, 1999
Sold by
Puleo Virginia
Bought by
Kvistad Alvin J and Kvistad Alice B

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 12, 1995
Sold by
Camm Carole Lee
Bought by
Puleo Virginia

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$30,000
Interest Rate
7.12%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
Cipolletta Massimo $218,000 None Listed On Document
Jones Ebony -- Chicago Title Insurance Co
Hancock Joshua J $206,500 Cti
Kvistad Alvin J -- --
Kvistad Alvin J $105,000 --
Puleo Virginia $95,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Cipolletta Massimo $214,051
Previous Owner Cipolletta Massimo $214,051
Previous Owner Jones Ebony $175,750
Previous Owner Hancock Joshua J $184,900
Previous Owner Hancock Joshua J $206,500
Previous Owner Puleo Virginia $30,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/29/2016 04/29/16 Sold $185,000 -4.6% $154 / Sq Ft
03/22/2016 03/22/16 Pending -- -- --
03/04/2016 03/04/16 Price Changed $193,900 -0.5% $162 / Sq Ft
02/02/2016 02/02/16 Price Changed $194,900 -2.5% $162 / Sq Ft
01/05/2016 01/05/16 For Sale $199,900 -- $167 / 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 $4,258 $18,871 $1,554 $17,317
2023 $3,455 $18,871 $1,554 $17,317
2022 $3,455 $14,120 $1,528 $12,592
2021 $3,355 $14,119 $1,528 $12,591
2020 $4,290 $14,119 $1,528 $12,591
2019 $4,893 $15,763 $1,400 $14,363
2018 $4,633 $15,763 $1,400 $14,363
2017 $4,616 $15,763 $1,400 $14,363
2016 $1,575 $7,393 $1,171 $6,222
2015 $1,507 $7,393 $1,171 $6,222
2014 $1,397 $7,393 $1,171 $6,222
2013 $3,619 $15,454 $1,171 $14,283
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Megan Hancock

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Megan Hancock

    @ Properties

    (224) 629-7386

    29 Total Sales

    Megan Hancock
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  • Marion Digre

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Marion Digre

    RE/MAX

    (708) 692-8050

    6 in this area

    69 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD09110618

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 15-01-202-028-1002

Illinois Cook County River Forest 60305

1543 Monroe Ave Unit 1, River Forest, IL

This home is located at 1543 Monroe Ave Unit 1, River Forest, IL 60305 since 05 January 2016 and is currently estimated at $249,582, approximately $207 per square foot. 1543 Monroe Ave Unit 1 is a home located in Cook County with nearby schools including Willard Elementary School, Roosevelt Middle School, and Oak Park and River Forest High School.

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