NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1653 E Forest Ave Des Plaines, IL 60018

Estimated Value: $400,555 - $475,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,500 Sq Ft
$290/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 24, 2015

Last sale price $330,900 $221 Per Sq Ft

Est. 32% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,123/month

66 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Deck
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Central Elementary School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • 4-minute walk to Jaycee Park

About This Home

As of September 2015

This is a beautiful, 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home in great condition! Enter into a large LR/DR area just a few steps away from a nicely updated kitchen with s/s appliances. Enjoy updated bathrooms too! All bedrooms are spacious with ample closet space. Then witness the tray ceilings, a FP, crown moldings, French doors leading to a deck and a 6-car garage, and much more! Close to schools and shopping. A true 10!

Last Listed By

Peter Drossos

Peter Drossos Real Estate License #471010251 Listed on: 06/19/2015

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,234

Year Built

  • 1941

Lot Details

  • Fenced Yard

Parking

  • Detached Garage
  • Heated Garage
  • Tandem Garage
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price
  • Garage Is Owned

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Stone Siding
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Wood Flooring
  • Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Storm Screens

Kitchen

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

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Porch

Utilities

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

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions
  • $200 Seller Concession

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,234

Year Built

1941

Lot Details

0

Parking

6

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Recent Rehab: Yes
  • Age: 71-80 Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Number Interior Fireplaces: 2
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Style Of House: Cape Cod
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Estimated Year Built: 1941
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner, Senior
  • Special Features: 20
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1941

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, 1st Floor Bedroom
  • Number Of Rooms: 7
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 14X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Blinds
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Equipment: CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan, Sump Pump
  • Fireplace Details: Wood Burning, Gas Starter
  • Attic: Dormer
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room, Basement
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Finished
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 3
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 3
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 8X9, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Vinyl, Windows: None
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 15X12, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Blinds
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 14X9, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Windows: Blinds
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Table Space, Pantry-Closet
  • Additional Rooms: No additional rooms
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 16X10, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Blinds
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 16X12, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Blinds
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 16X12, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Blinds
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1500
  • Dining Room Type: Separate
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 14X15, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: None

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding, Stone
  • Roof Type: Asphalt/Glass (Shingles)
  • Exterior Property Features: Deck, Porch, Storms/Screens

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 6
  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Garage Details: Heated, Tandem
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 6
  • 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: 207
  • Junior High Dist: 62
  • Other Public School: MAINE WEST HIGH SCHOOL
  • High School #2: MAINE EAST HIGH SCHOOL

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 193X60
  • Lot Description: Fenced Yard
  • Parcel Identification Number: 09213060060000

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 5342.93

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 22, 2016
Sold by
Burval Steven J and Burval Carole
Bought by
Burval Steven J and The Steven L Burval Trust
Total Days on Market
66
Current Estimated Value
$435,389

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 19, 2015
Closed on
Aug 31, 2015
Sold by
Fannie Mae
Bought by
Burval Steven J
Seller's Agent
Peter Drossos
Peter Drossos Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Paul Knott
Worldview Properties LLC
List Price
$354,900
Sold Price
$330,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,000
-6.76%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.88%
Original Mortgage
$264,720
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 14, 2014
Sold by
Harlin Donald M and Harlin Christine L
Bought by
Federal National Mortgage Association

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 12, 2010
Sold by
Harlin Christine L and Harlin Christine J
Bought by
Harlin Donald M and Harlin Christine J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 13, 2007
Sold by
Anderson Jack L
Bought by
Harlin Christine L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$54,000
Interest Rate
6.31%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 1, 2005
Sold by
Anderson Jack L
Bought by
Anderson Jack L and Jack L Anderson Declaration Of Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$268,000
Interest Rate
5.87%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 12, 2004
Sold by
Anderson Jack L
Bought by
Anderson Jack L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
6.65%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 26, 2002
Sold by
Anderson Jack L
Bought by
Anderson Jack L and Jack L Anderson Declaration Of Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$284,209
Interest Rate
7.13%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 17, 2002
Sold by
Anderson Jack L
Bought by
Anderson Jack L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$284,209
Interest Rate
7.13%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 8, 2001
Sold by
Anderson Jack L
Bought by
Anderson Jack L and Jack L Anderson Declaration Of Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 15, 1997
Sold by
Szynal Mari
Bought by
Anderson Jack L

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 30, 1994
Sold by
Fermoyle William J and Fermoyle Patricia R
Bought by
Anderson Jack L and Szynal Mari

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
7.17%

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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Burval Steven J -- None Available
Burval Steven J $331,000 Attorneys Title Guaranty Fun
Federal National Mortgage Association -- Lenderlive Settlement Svcs L
Harlin Donald M -- None Available
Harlin Christine L $360,000 Ticor
Anderson Jack L -- --
Anderson Jack L -- --
Anderson Jack L -- --
Anderson Jack L -- --
Anderson Jack L -- --
Anderson Jack L -- --
Anderson Jack L $103,333 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Burval Steven J $242,000
Closed Burval Steven J $264,720
Previous Owner Harlin Christine L $54,000
Previous Owner Harlin Christine L $288,000
Previous Owner Anderson Jack L $268,000
Previous Owner Anderson Jack L $33,000
Previous Owner Dislaver Michael F $27,000
Previous Owner Anderson Jack L $76,900
Previous Owner Anderson Jack L $300,000
Previous Owner Anderson Jack L $284,209
Previous Owner Anderson Jack L $15,000
Previous Owner Anderson Jack L $220,000
Previous Owner Anderson Jack L $147,250
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/24/2015 09/24/15 Sold $330,900 +0.3% $221 / Sq Ft
08/24/2015 08/24/15 Pending -- -- --
07/20/2015 07/20/15 Price Changed $329,900 -7.0% $220 / Sq Ft
06/19/2015 06/19/15 For Sale $354,900 -- $237 / 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
2024 $8,234 $32,000 $9,216 $22,784
2023 $8,234 $32,000 $9,216 $22,784
2022 $8,234 $32,000 $9,216 $22,784
2021 $6,468 $21,042 $7,488 $13,554
2020 $6,359 $21,042 $7,488 $13,554
2019 $6,292 $23,380 $7,488 $15,892
2018 $6,282 $21,006 $6,624 $14,382
2017 $6,777 $23,069 $6,624 $16,445
2016 $7,137 $25,685 $6,624 $19,061
2015 $7,528 $24,901 $5,760 $19,141
2014 $7,369 $24,901 $5,760 $19,141
2013 $5,343 $24,901 $5,760 $19,141
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD08959784

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 09-21-306-006-0000