Seller's Agent in 2025
Colleen Stevens
@ Properties
(847) 452-3726
1 in this area
36 Total Sales
159 E Forest Ln Palatine, IL 60067
Creekside Neighborhood
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,055
Sq Ft
0.47
Acres
Highlights
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Recreation Room
- Laundry Room
- Plum Grove Jr High School Rated A-
- Wood Flooring
- Bathroom on Main Level
About This Home
As of June 2025Beautiful Ranch Home on half-acre lot in rarely available Forest Estates. Hardwood flooring throughout, gorgeous vaulted pine ceilings, two cozy fireplaces and partially finished basement with wet bar and plenty of storage. Extended living on fabulous maintenance-free Trex deck overlooking beautiful, private fenced-in yard, complete with whimsical pathways and built-in firepit. Perfect home for Baby Boomers downsizing to one level or a young family wanting to get into this coveted neighborhood, offering Willow Bend Elementary, Plum Grove Middle and Fremd HS. Call/text listing agent for showings while in the PLN. 2hr notice required.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475143227 Listed on: 05/07/2025
Last Buyer's Agent
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475169107
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $9,356
Year Built
- Built in 1967
Lot Details
- 0.47 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 181x114
- Fenced
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Asphalt Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2,055 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room
- Recreation Room
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Gas Dryer Hookup
Schools
- Willow Bend Elementary School
- Plum Grove Middle School
- Wm Fremd High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Well
Community Details
- Forest Estates Subdivision
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 7, 2025
Closed on
Aug 6, 2025
Sold by
Peters James B and Hernandez-Peters Lilia
Bought by
Eber Family Trust and Eber
Seller's Agent
Colleen Stevens
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Krystyna Fritz
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$624,500
Sold Price
$635,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,500
1.68%
Views
3
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
-$6,827
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.92%
Original Mortgage
$335,000
Outstanding Balance
$334,712
Interest Rate
6.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$293,461
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 21, 2013
Closed on
May 15, 2013
Sold by
Stone Financing Llc
Bought by
Glig Peters James B and Glig Hernandor
Seller's Agent
Donna Miller
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Cathy Levatino-Dewitt
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
List Price
$435,000
Sold Price
$401,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$34,000
-7.82%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.88%
Original Mortgage
$360,900
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 21, 2013
Closed on
Apr 10, 2013
Sold by
Krizmanich Randal C and Krizmanich Julie J
Bought by
Stone Finasay Llc
Seller's Agent
Donna Miller
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Cathy Levatino-Dewitt
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
List Price
$435,000
Sold Price
$401,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$34,000
-7.82%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$360,900
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 17, 1999
Sold by
Schick Fredrick I and Schick Susan E
Bought by
Krizmanich Randall C and Krizmanich Julie J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$230,000
Interest Rate
6.89%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 17, 1998
Sold by
Clark B Thomas and Clark Marsha
Bought by
Schick Fredrick I and Schick Susan E
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$214,000
Interest Rate
7.13%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $635,000 | Proper Title | |
| Deed | $635,000 | Proper Title | |
| Special Warranty Deed | $401,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $401,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $287,500 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $267,500 | Land Title Group Inc |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $335,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $335,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $360,900 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $230,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $214,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/27/2025 06/27/25 | Sold | $635,000 | +1.7% | $309 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/10/2025 05/10/25 | For Sale | $624,500 | +55.7% | $304 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/08/2025 05/08/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/28/2013 05/28/13 | Sold | $401,000 | -4.3% | $195 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 04/10/2013 04/10/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/21/2013 03/21/13 | Price Changed | $419,000 | -3.7% | $204 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/21/2013 03/21/13 | For Sale | $435,000 | -- | $212 / 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 | $9,356 | $32,604 | $11,280 | $21,324 |
| 2023 | $8,997 | $34,443 | $11,280 | $23,163 |
| 2022 | $8,997 | $34,443 | $11,280 | $23,163 |
| 2021 | $8,682 | $30,137 | $7,178 | $22,959 |
| 2020 | $8,929 | $31,233 | $7,178 | $24,055 |
| 2019 | $9,405 | $36,699 | $7,178 | $29,521 |
| 2018 | $7,913 | $29,568 | $6,665 | $22,903 |
| 2017 | $8,552 | $32,226 | $6,665 | $25,561 |
| 2016 | $8,210 | $32,226 | $6,665 | $25,561 |
| 2015 | $7,706 | $28,404 | $6,152 | $22,252 |
| 2014 | $7,612 | $28,404 | $6,152 | $22,252 |
| 2013 | $8,248 | $31,555 | $6,152 | $25,403 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Colleen Stevens
-
Krystyna Fritz
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Krystyna Fritz
@ Properties
(847) 894-1381
1 in this area
131 Total Sales
-
Donna Miller
Seller's Agent in 2013
Donna Miller
@ Properties
(847) 894-8988
10 in this area
32 Total Sales
-
Cathy Levatino-Dewitt
Buyer's Agent in 2013
Cathy Levatino-Dewitt
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
(847) 770-1642
10 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12358208
APN: 02-35-102-002-0000
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