NOT LISTED FOR SALE

16 Gale Ave River Forest, IL 60305

River Forest Area

Estimated Value: $414,000 - $612,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,577 Sq Ft
$339/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: December 6, 2021

Last sale price $385,000 $244 Per Sq Ft

Est. 39% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,699 / mo

104 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Detached Garage
  • Lincoln Elementary School Rated A
  • Senior Tax Exemptions

About This Home

As of December 2021

Whether you like to observe nature at play and bird watch from the serene backyard or enjoy hiking or bike riding down the historic Illinois Prairie path trail, the charming 3 bedroom 1 1/2 bath bungalow in this sought-after River Forest location and fantastic school district offers it all. Walk to CTA trains, public transportation, Metra commuter train, parks, forest, hiking trails, Des Plaines river, Trailside Museum of Natural History, Lincoln Elementary School, River Forest Community Center, and the amazing Forest park "Magnificent Mile" of numerous awarded restaurants, cafes, stores, and businesses. Accessible within minutes to two 290 expressway entry points. 25 minutes drive to downtown Chicago. Home Layout: First floor features living, dining, kitchen, full bath, and one bedroom. Second floor features two spacious bedrooms, one with a half bath. Lower level features recreation room and the laundry/utility area as well as ample storage and craft room. Available for an early close.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Adriana Laura Cook

eXp Realty License #475149276 Listed on: 07/06/2021

eXp Realty

Co-Listed By

Steve Nasralla

Compass License #475130818

Last Buyer's Agent

Kate Gaffey

Fulton Grace Realty License #475176942

Fulton Grace Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • 1946

Lot Details

  • 9,583

Parking

  • Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Space is Owned

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1,577 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Partially Finished Basement

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions
  • Senior Freeze Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

1946

Lot Details

9,583 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Type Detached: 1.5 Story
  • Property Sub Type: 1.5 Story
  • Age: 71-80 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: Commuter Bus,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • New Construction Y/N: No
  • Co List Office Mls Id: MRD90911
  • Co List Office Phone: (773) 466-7150
  • Directions: From Harlem & Washington, turn West on Washington, South on Gale to home.
  • Lot Size: 48X200
  • New Construction: No
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • Special Features: None
  • Year Built: 1946

Interior Features

  • Has Basement: Full
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 1577
  • Basement Description: Partially Finished
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 1891
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Possible Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 460
  • Dining Room Type: Foyer, Walk In Closet, Recreation Room, Utility Room-Lower Level, Storage, Other Room

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 2
  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Park, Tennis Court(s), Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: 200
  • Middle Or Junior School: Roosevelt School

Lot Info

  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N
  • Additional Parcels: No

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 16

Tax Info

  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior,Senior Freeze
  • Tax Annual Amount: 5845.19
  • Tax Year: 2019

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 6, 2021
Closed on
Dec 6, 2021
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Adriana Laura Cook
eXp Realty
Buyer's Agent
Kate Gaffey
Fulton Grace Realty
List Price
$569,000
Sold Price
$385,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$184,000
-32.34%
Current Estimated Value
$534,105

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$149,105
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.38%
Original Mortgage
$346,500
Interest Rate
0.035%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 18, 1999
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$385,000 Prairie Title
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Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $346,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
12/06/2021 12/06/21 Sold $385,000 -32.3% $244 / Sq Ft
10/19/2021 10/19/21 Pending -- -- --
07/06/2021 07/06/21 For Sale $569,000 -- $361 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History

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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
2025 $9,559 $38,235 $10,374 $27,861
2024 $9,559 $38,235 $10,374 $27,861
2023 $9,434 $41,000 $10,374 $30,626
2022 $9,434 $32,634 $8,926 $23,708
2021 $5,687 $32,634 $8,926 $23,708
2020 $5,176 $32,634 $8,926 $23,708
2019 $5,845 $31,016 $8,202 $22,814
2018 $5,543 $32,803 $8,202 $24,601
2017 $5,427 $32,803 $8,202 $24,601
2016 $7,229 $26,751 $6,755 $19,996
2015 $7,033 $26,751 $6,755 $19,996
2014 $6,469 $26,751 $6,755 $19,996
2013 $6,839 $28,745 $6,755 $21,990
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Adriana Laura Cook

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Adriana Laura Cook

    eXp Realty

    (312) 497-2044

    64 Total Sales

    Adriana Laura Cook
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  • Steve Nasralla

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021

    Steve Nasralla

    Compass

    (708) 466-5164

    195 Total Sales

    Steve Nasralla
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  • Kate Gaffey

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Kate Gaffey

    Fulton Grace

    (630) 290-6800

    185 Total Sales

    Kate Gaffey
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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11142704

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 15-11-404-028-0000

Illinois Cook County River Forest 60305

16 Gale Ave, River Forest, IL

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