Seller's Agent in 2022
Carly Jones
Engel & Voelkers Chicago North Shore
(312) 391-3170
17 in this area
72 Total Sales
1655 Sylvester Place Highland Park, IL 60035
East Highland Park NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,426,000 - $1,610,000
6
Beds
6.5
Baths
5,715
Sq Ft
$267/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Water Views
- Landscaped Professionally
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Indian Trail Elementary School Rated A
- Mature Trees
- Deck
About This Home
As of January 2022Stunning custom built home in East Highland Park just steps from Lake Michigan and the path to Millard Park. This 6 bedroom/6.1 bathroom home provides picturesque seasonal lake views with ample windows facing nature, including beautiful ravines. With four stories of living, there is enough space for everyone. Walk into a grand foyer featuring a beautiful architectural staircase. The large living room offers seasonal views of the lake and the ravine with a wood burning fireplace to enjoy cozy nights at home. From your living room, walk into your stunning library to enjoy quiet nights reading. Large dining room with overmount dimmable florescent lighting and built in shelves. Kitchen with granite countertops, eating area and sitting area boasts a large pantry closet. First floor bedroom with ensuite bathroom is perfect for a guest room or office. First floor laundry room. The second level has four bedrooms all with ensuite bathrooms, including a primary bedroom with two story ceilings, see through fireplace with gas starter and loft area. The spacious primary bathroom includes a whirlpool tub, separate shower, linen closet and dual sinks. The private balcony, off the primary bedroom, is the perfect space to enjoy the incredible views. The third level offers a fifth bedroom with ensuite that can also be used as an office or playroom. The lower level provides a family room with a traditional European ceramic wood burning fireplace and walls of windows, leading out to your screened in porch. Additional storage and workroom finish the lower level. Three car attached garage with heated driveway. This house is not to be missed with incredible natural light with 19 skylights and a location that cannot be beat. Sprinkler system (not used recently), steamer in primary bathroom shower, cooktop and instant hot water tap in kitchen all as is. Home warranty transfers to buyer.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Engel & Voelkers Chicago North Shore License #475169493 Listed on: 05/15/2021
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $38,341
Year Built
- Built in 1991
Lot Details
- 0.48 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 33.8 x 117.2 x 213.5 x 81.5 x 215.4
- Landscaped Professionally
- Corner Lot
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
- Sprinkler System
- Mature Trees
- Wooded Lot
HOA Fees
- $8 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 3 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Transmitter
- Garage Door Opener
- Parking Space is Owned
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Stucco Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems
- Asphalt Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 5,715 Sq Ft Home
- 4-Story Property
- Central Vacuum
- Skylights
- Wood Burning Stove
- Double Sided Fireplace
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Attached Fireplace Door
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 3 Fireplaces
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Breakfast Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Library with Fireplace
- Loft
- Heated Sun or Florida Room
- Screened Porch
- Home Gym
- Water Views
- Home Security System
Kitchen
- Cooktop
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 6 Bedrooms
- 6 Potential Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Bathroom on Main Level
- Dual Sinks
- Whirlpool Bathtub
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
- Sink Near Laundry
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Deck
Location
- Property is near a park
Schools
- Indian Trail Elementary School
- Edgewood Middle School
- Highland Park High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
- Humidifier
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Community Details
- Association fees include snow removal
Listing and Financial Details
- Senior Tax Exemptions
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 15, 2021
Closed on
Jan 14, 2022
Sold by
Carola Kupfer Trust
Bought by
Martin James and Martin Sally
Seller's Agent
Carly Jones
Engel & Voelkers Chicago North Shore
Buyer's Agent
Adam Koleno
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$1,550,000
Sold Price
$1,075,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$475,000
-30.65%
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
$453,008
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.57%
Original Mortgage
$575,000
Interest Rate
2.62%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 1, 2003
Sold by
Kupfer Carl and Kupfer Carola
Bought by
Kupfer Carola and Carola Kupfer Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 1, 2003
Sold by
Kupfer Carl and Kupfer Carola
Bought by
Kupfer Carola and Carola Kupfer Trust
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$478,700
Interest Rate
6.4%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 21, 2003
Sold by
Kupfer Carola and Carola Kupfer Trust
Bought by
Kupfer Carl and Kupfer Carola
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$478,700
Interest Rate
6.4%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 27, 2002
Sold by
Kupfer Carola and Kupfer Carl
Bought by
Kupfer Carola and Carola Kupfer Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 9, 2002
Sold by
Kupfer Carola and Carola Kupfer Trust
Bought by
Kupfer Carl and Kupfer Carola
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$484,000
Interest Rate
6.32%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 31, 2001
Sold by
Kupfer Carola and Kupfer Carl
Bought by
Kupfer Carola and Carola Kupfer Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 12, 2001
Sold by
Kupfer Carola and Carola Kupfer Trust
Bought by
Kupfer Carl and Kupfer Carola
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$495,000
Interest Rate
7.23%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 22, 1999
Sold by
Kupfer Carola
Bought by
Kupfer Carola and Carola Kupfer Trust
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Martin James | $1,075,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Kupfer Carola | -- | -- | |
| Kupfer Carola | -- | -- | |
| Kupfer Carl | -- | -- | |
| Kupfer Carola | -- | -- | |
| Kupfer Carl | -- | Chicago Title Insurance Co | |
| Kupfer Carola | -- | -- | |
| Kupfer Carl | -- | -- | |
| Kupfer Carola | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | Martin James | $575,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Kupfer Carola | $145,200 | |
| Previous Owner | Kupfer Carola | $318,700 | |
| Previous Owner | Kupfer Carola | $350,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Kupfer Carola A | $350,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Kupfer Carl | $200,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Kupfer Carl | $478,700 | |
| Previous Owner | Kupfer Carl | $484,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Kupfer Carl | $495,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Kupfer Carola | $500,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/24/2022 01/24/22 | Sold | $1,075,000 | -30.6% | $188 / Sq Ft |
| 12/01/2021 12/01/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/15/2021 05/15/21 | For Sale | $1,550,000 | -- | $271 / 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 | $49,474 | $385,968 | $136,454 | $249,514 |
| 2023 | $49,474 | $571,969 | $122,998 | $448,971 |
| 2022 | $31,275 | $358,297 | $135,119 | $223,178 |
| 2021 | $41,006 | $488,078 | $130,613 | $357,465 |
| 2020 | $39,678 | $488,078 | $130,613 | $357,465 |
| 2019 | $38,341 | $485,795 | $130,002 | $355,793 |
| 2018 | $34,922 | $469,374 | $143,372 | $326,002 |
| 2017 | $34,377 | $466,667 | $142,545 | $324,122 |
| 2016 | $33,143 | $444,275 | $135,705 | $308,570 |
| 2015 | $29,811 | $412,780 | $126,085 | $286,695 |
| 2014 | $30,940 | $383,864 | $122,320 | $261,544 |
| 2012 | $30,079 | $386,104 | $123,034 | $263,070 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Carly Jones
-
Adam Koleno
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Adam Koleno
Coldwell Banker Realty
(815) 482-0301
1 in this area
10 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 11062026
APN: 16-24-307-013
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