NOT LISTED FOR SALE

161 Crest Rd Glen Ellyn, IL 60137

Estimated Value: $923,000 - $1,085,000

4 Beds
4 Baths
2,592 Sq Ft
$378/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 23, 2015

Last sale price $674,000 $260 Per Sq Ft

Est. 45% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,904/month

15 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Wood Flooring
  • Abraham Lincoln Elementary School Rated A-
  • Ranch Style House
  • Heated Sun or Florida Room

About This Home

As of February 2015

Completely remodeled 2600 sq. ft Ranch on a huge 100X150 sq. ft. lot! 4 Beds 3.5 Baths. Full basement with family room, bedroom and full bath. Amazing hardwood floors, granite/stainless kitchen, new HVAC, new roof/gutters, new plumbing. Laundry/Mud Room located on main level. Located in the heart of Glen Ellyn, walking distance to Sunset Pool, Downtown, and Parks. Space galore - this is a must see!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

William Anderson

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago License #475159206 Listed on: 01/21/2015

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

Last Buyer's Agent

Matt McCollum

eXp Realty, LLC License #475141178

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $17,098

Year Built

  • 1952

Lot Details

  • East or West Exposure

Parking

  • Attached Garage
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Driveway
  • Garage Is Owned

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slab Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Heated Sun or Florida Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Laundry on main level

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Dual Sinks

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Stamped Concrete Patio
  • Porch

Utilities

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

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$17,098

Year Built

1952

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Recent Rehab: Yes
  • Age: 61-70 Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Number Interior Fireplaces: 2
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 3.1
  • Style Of House: Ranch
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Estimated Year Built: 1952
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1952

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Laundry, 1st Floor Full Bath
  • Number Of Rooms: 9
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 19X16, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances
  • Equipment: Humidifier, CO Detectors, Sump Pump
  • Fireplace Details: Wood Burning
  • Attic: Pull Down Stair
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room, Basement
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Partially Finished
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 4
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 1
  • Primary Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Bathroom Amenities: Double Sink
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 3
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 8X14, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Ceramic Tile
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 15X10, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 10X22, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Table Space, Pantry-Closet
  • Additional Rooms: Sun/Florida Room Heated
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 15X14, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Additional Room 1 Name: Sun/Florida Room Heated, Dimensions: 18X14, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 13X12, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 10X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 13X16, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Carpet
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 2592
  • Dining Room Type: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 30X13, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Carpet

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Roof Type: Asphalt/Glass (Shingles)
  • Exterior Property Features: Deck, Porch, Stamped Concrete Patio
  • Exposure: W (West)
  • Acreage: 0.3429

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 2
  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Garage Details: Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 2
  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

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

Schools

  • School District: 87
  • Elementary School: LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
  • Middle School: HADLEY JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
  • High School: GLENBARD WEST HIGH SCHOOL
  • Junior High Dist: 41

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 100X150
  • Parcel Identification Number: 0514304004

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 15291

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 21, 2015
Closed on
Feb 23, 2015
Sold by
Markum James G and Markum Judy L
Bought by
Benkert John J and Benkert Kimberly K
Seller's Agent
William Anderson
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Buyer's Agent
Matt McCollum
eXp Realty, LLC
List Price
$695,000
Sold Price
$674,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$21,000
-3.02%
Total Days on Market
15
Current Estimated Value
$979,781

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$305,781
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.70%
Original Mortgage
$539,200
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 3, 2013
Closed on
Jun 24, 2014
Sold by
Markum James G and Markum Judith L
Bought by
Markum James G and Markum Judy L
Seller's Agent
Pattie Murray
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Buyer's Agent
William Anderson
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
List Price
$420,000
Sold Price
$375,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$45,000
-10.71%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
139.91%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 3, 2013
Closed on
May 15, 2014
Sold by
Bradshaw George M and Charles D Hellwig Trust
Bought by
Hellwig Charles D
Seller's Agent
Pattie Murray
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Buyer's Agent
William Anderson
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
List Price
$420,000
Sold Price
$375,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$45,000
-10.71%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 22, 2004
Sold by
Hellwig Charles D
Bought by
Hellwig Charles D and Charles D Hellwig Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$480,000
Interest Rate
6.24%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Benkert John J $674,000 First American Title Ins Co
Markum James G -- None Available
Markum James G $375,000 None Available
Markum James G -- None Available
Hellwig Charles D -- Chicago Title Insurance Co
Hellwig Charles D -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Benkert John J $190,000
Open Benkert John J $450,000
Closed Benkert John J $539,200
Previous Owner Hellwig Charles D $480,000
Previous Owner Hellwig Charles D $65,000
Previous Owner Hellwig Charles D $14,003
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/23/2015 02/23/15 Sold $674,000 -3.0% $260 / Sq Ft
02/05/2015 02/05/15 Pending -- -- --
01/21/2015 01/21/15 For Sale $695,000 +85.3% $268 / Sq Ft
06/24/2014 06/24/14 Sold $375,000 -10.7% $145 / Sq Ft
12/16/2013 12/16/13 Pending -- -- --
11/09/2013 11/09/13 For Sale $420,000 0.0% $162 / Sq Ft
11/01/2013 11/01/13 Price Changed $420,000 -9.7% $162 / Sq Ft
10/17/2013 10/17/13 Pending -- -- --
10/11/2013 10/11/13 For Sale $465,000 0.0% $179 / Sq Ft
08/28/2013 08/28/13 Pending -- -- --
07/11/2013 07/11/13 Price Changed $465,000 -6.1% $179 / Sq Ft
06/27/2013 06/27/13 Price Changed $495,000 -2.9% $191 / Sq Ft
06/11/2013 06/11/13 Price Changed $510,000 -7.3% $197 / Sq Ft
06/03/2013 06/03/13 For Sale $549,900 -- $212 / 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 $17,098 $245,660 $45,010 $200,650
2022 $16,560 $232,170 $42,540 $189,630
2021 $15,922 $226,660 $41,530 $185,130
2020 $15,605 $224,550 $41,140 $183,410
2019 $16,258 $232,320 $40,050 $192,270
2018 $15,485 $245,110 $63,920 $181,190
2017 $15,177 $236,070 $61,560 $174,510
2016 $15,292 $226,640 $59,100 $167,540
2015 $15,149 $216,220 $56,380 $159,840
2014 $15,706 $191,070 $72,040 $119,030
2013 $15,291 $191,650 $72,260 $119,390
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD08823076

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 05-14-304-004