1561 E Walnut Ave Des Plaines, IL 60016
Estimated Value: $362,608 - $385,000
4
Beds
1
Bath
1,747
Sq Ft
$217/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Recreation Room
- Wood Flooring
- Screened Porch
- Central Elementary School Rated A
- Main Floor Bedroom
- 5-minute walk to Central Park
About This Home
As of April 2019CLASSIC CRAFTSMAN STYLE BUNGALOW HOME WITH MODERN UPDATES AND VINTAGE CHARM! Prepare to fall in love with the graceful elegance & lovely architectural details throughout this spacious gem, such as leaded glass windows, gorgeous mill-work, hardwood floors & modern touches like updated kitchen new back-splash and subway tile in bathroom. Amazing backyard on extra large lot is an entertainer's dream, screened front porch perfect for your morning coffee. Full COMPLETELY DRY basement with space that can be used for additional bedroom and bath plus 2nd LEVEL BONUS ROOM CAN EASILY BE CONVERTED TO ADDITIONAL BEDROOMS OR LIVING SPACE! Walk to town, train, parks, shopping and in award winning school districts...Welcome home!
Co-Listed By
Raechel Langenbach
Coldwell Banker Realty License #475159101
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,333
Year Built
- 1925
Lot Details
- 6,534
Parking
- Detached Garage
- Garage Transmitter
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
- Garage Is Owned
Home Design
- Bungalow
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- Skylights
- Recreation Room
- Bonus Room
- Screened Porch
- Lower Floor Utility Room
- Wood Flooring
- Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Storm Screens
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Oven or Range
- Microwave
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Bathroom on Main Level
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Location
- Property is near a bus stop
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 8, 2019
Closed on
Apr 26, 2019
Sold by
Martin Peter A and Martin Mary Margaret
Bought by
Kushiner Paul and Kushiner Elizabeth
Seller's Agent
Missy Jerfita
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Ryan Gable
Starting Point Realty, Inc.
List Price
$289,000
Sold Price
$275,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,000
-4.84%
Total Days on Market
21
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
$103,402
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.36%
Original Mortgage
$220,000
Interest Rate
4.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 24, 2006
Sold by
Long Edward R and Long Dona F
Bought by
Martin Peter A and Martin Mary Margaret
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$209,600
Interest Rate
6.27%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 20, 1996
Sold by
Allen Paul E and Allen Linda S
Bought by
Long Edward R and Long Dona F
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$147,250
Interest Rate
7.97%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kushiner Paul | $275,000 | First American Title | |
| Martin Peter A | $262,000 | First American Title | |
| Long Edward R | $155,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Kushiner Paul Arthur | $212,000 | |
| Closed | Kushiner Paul Arthur | $215,000 | |
| Closed | Kushiner Paul | $220,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Martin Peter A | $242,128 | |
| Previous Owner | Martin Peter A | $236,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Martin Peter A | $26,550 | |
| Previous Owner | Martin Peter A | $209,600 | |
| Previous Owner | Long Edward R | $203,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Long Edward R | $185,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Long Edward R | $146,803 | |
| Previous Owner | Long Edward | $39,318 | |
| Previous Owner | Long Edward R | $147,250 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/29/2019 04/29/19 | Sold | $275,000 | -4.8% | $157 / Sq Ft |
| 03/01/2019 03/01/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/08/2019 02/08/19 | For Sale | $289,000 | -- | $165 / 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 | $6,333 | $24,880 | $5,400 | $19,480 |
| 2023 | $6,333 | $24,880 | $5,400 | $19,480 |
| 2022 | $6,333 | $28,031 | $5,400 | $22,631 |
| 2021 | $5,660 | $18,412 | $4,387 | $14,025 |
| 2020 | $6,110 | $20,218 | $4,387 | $15,831 |
| 2019 | $5,123 | $22,465 | $4,387 | $18,078 |
| 2018 | $4,971 | $20,057 | $3,881 | $16,176 |
| 2017 | $4,901 | $20,057 | $3,881 | $16,176 |
| 2016 | $4,880 | $20,057 | $3,881 | $16,176 |
| 2015 | $4,641 | $17,975 | $3,375 | $14,600 |
| 2014 | $4,809 | $18,818 | $3,375 | $15,443 |
| 2013 | $4,672 | $18,818 | $3,375 | $15,443 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Missy Jerfita
Seller's Agent in 2019
Missy Jerfita
Compass
(847) 913-6300
4 in this area
321 Total Sales
-
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2019
Raechel Langenbach
Coldwell Banker Realty
(773) 405-5801
-
Ryan Gable
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Ryan Gable
Starting Point Realty, Inc.
(847) 942-6952
1 in this area
157 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: MRD10267301
APN: 09-20-217-007-0000
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