$138,450
SOLD JUN 3, 2016

159 Josephine Ave South Elgin, IL 60177

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,100 Sq Ft
7,841 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$126 Per Sq Ft

1% Below List Price

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • Wood Flooring
  • Patio
  • South Elgin High School Rated A-
  • Detached Garage
  • Property is near a bus stop

About This Home

As of August 2023

SUPER CUTE 3 BR HOME CLOSE TO THE RIVER!! Owner has done so much here. Recent remodeling includes newer hardwood floors, kitchen appliances, tile in kitchen and foyer, bathroom completely remodeled, newer trim, windows have been replaced, all plumbing has been updated, newer water heater and water softener. Great home! Schedule your showing today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Matt Lysien

Suburban Life Realty, Ltd License #471003181 Listed on: 04/14/2016

Last Buyer's Agent

Cheryl Adams

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group License #475160402

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,467

Year Built

  • 1948

Parking

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

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Slab Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Trash Compactor

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas

Additional Features

  • Wood Flooring
  • Crawl Space
  • Patio
  • Property is near a bus stop

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions
  • $3,000 Seller Concession

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,467

Year Built

1948

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • General Information: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus
  • Age: 61-70 Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Style Of House: Ranch
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Estimated Year Built: 1948
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1948

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Hardwood Floors
  • Number Of Rooms: 6
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 20X10, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Compactor-Trash
  • Equipment: Water-Softener Owned, TV-Dish, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan, Fan-Attic Exhaust, Fan-Whole House
  • Basement: Crawl
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 3
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 3
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 9X6, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Vinyl
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 9X15, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 12X8, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Vinyl
  • Additional Rooms: No additional rooms
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 11X10, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 11X10, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 9X15, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1100

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Roof Type: Asphalt/Glass (Shingles)
  • Exterior Property Features: Patio
  • Acreage: 0.1837

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s), Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 2.5
  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Parking Included In Price: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

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

Schools

  • School District: 46
  • Elementary School: WILLARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
  • Middle School: KENYON WOODS MIDDLE SCHOOL
  • High School: SOUTH ELGIN HIGH SCHOOL
  • Junior High Dist: 46

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 95X81X94X81
  • Parcel Identification Number: 0626329033

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 3218.40

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 2, 2023
Closed on
Jul 31, 2023
Sold by
Young Karen and Young Perry
Bought by
Faison Amy J
Seller's Agent
Cheryl Adams
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
Buyer's Agent
Jessica Garry
Garry Real Estate
List Price
$225,000
Sold Price
$225,000
Total Days on Market
5
Views
94
Current Estimated Value
$243,210

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$18,210
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.35%
Original Mortgage
$202,500
Outstanding Balance
$199,075
Interest Rate
7.13%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$44,176

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 14, 2016
Closed on
Jun 3, 2016
Sold by
Myers Shane G
Bought by
Young Perry and Young Karen
Seller's Agent
Matt Lysien
Suburban Life Realty, Ltd
Buyer's Agent
Cheryl Adams
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
List Price
$139,900
Sold Price
$138,450
Premium/Discount to List
-$1,450
-1.04%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.01%
Original Mortgage
$124,605
Interest Rate
3.66%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 19, 2004
Sold by
Rothenbach Cheryl L
Bought by
Myers Shane G

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$153,607
Interest Rate
5.77%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 6, 2003
Sold by
Rothenbach Timothy D and Rothenbach Cheryl L
Bought by
Rothenbach Cheryl L

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 29, 1997
Sold by
Bobik James A and Bobik Lynn A
Bought by
Rothenbach Timothy D and Rothenbach Cheryl L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$97,750
Interest Rate
7.08%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Source: Public Records

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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $225,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $138,000 Chicago Title Insurance Comp
Warranty Deed $150,500 Nlt Title Llc
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Warranty Deed $75,000 Chicago Title Insurance Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $202,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $124,605 New Conventional
Previous Owner $130,468 VA
Previous Owner $153,607 VA
Previous Owner $97,307 FHA
Previous Owner $74,529 Unknown
Previous Owner $97,750 FHA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/02/2023 08/02/23 Sold $225,000 0.0% $203 / Sq Ft
06/28/2023 06/28/23 Pending -- -- --
06/24/2023 06/24/23 For Sale $225,000 0.0% $203 / Sq Ft
06/04/2023 06/04/23 Pending -- -- --
06/02/2023 06/02/23 For Sale $225,000 +62.5% $203 / Sq Ft
06/03/2016 06/03/16 Sold $138,450 -1.0% $126 / Sq Ft
04/19/2016 04/19/16 Pending -- -- --
04/14/2016 04/14/16 For Sale $139,900 -- $127 / 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
2023 $2,467 $45,407 $14,523 $30,884
2022 $2,616 $41,403 $13,242 $28,161
2021 $2,849 $38,709 $12,380 $26,329
2020 $2,748 $36,954 $11,819 $25,135
2019 $2,631 $35,201 $11,258 $23,943
2018 $3,381 $41,870 $10,606 $31,264
2017 $3,198 $39,582 $10,026 $29,556
2016 $3,024 $36,721 $9,301 $27,420
2015 -- $33,658 $8,525 $25,133
2014 -- $33,243 $8,420 $24,823
2013 -- $34,120 $8,642 $25,478
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD09195388

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 06-26-329-033