NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1661 N Bell Ave Unit 3 Chicago, IL 60647

Wicker Park Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $687,810 - $893,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,845 Sq Ft
$244/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold November 19, 2020

Last sale price $612,000 $332 Per Sq Ft

Est. 24% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,091/month

29 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Rooftop Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Balcony
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • 2-minute walk to Park No. 529

About This Home

As of November 2020

Bucktown penthouse offering 1,845 square feet with dramatic vaulted ceilings! This top floor condo of a 3-unit building offers a very large living area with hardwood floors, fire place, soaring ceilings, and an open layout! New spectacular kitchen with custom cabinets, quartz waterfall counter with large breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances, even a pantry! This kitchen screams of style! Spacious 2 bedrooms, 2 baths plus top floor family room/den, private huge rooftop deck (30 x 20) plus 2nd deck off primary bedroom, NEW side by side laundry in unit, 1 car garage, storage etc. Quiet tree-lined street in the heart of Bucktown near 606 trail, restaurants, transportation, and more!!!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Pamela Rueve

Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty License #475133101 Listed on: 09/22/2020

Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Stephen Hnatow

Keller Williams ONEChicago License #475123863

Keller Williams ONEChicago

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,815

Year Built

  • 1997

Lot Details

  • 3,877

HOA Fees

  • $244 per month

Parking

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

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Storage
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • High End Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • Dual Sinks

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Rooftop Deck

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Community Details

  • Pets Allowed

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions
  • $1,800 Seller Concession

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,815

Year Built

1997

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$244 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Unit Floor Level: 3
  • Age: 21-25 Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Number Interior Fireplaces: 1
  • Ownership: Condo
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Estimated Year Built: 1997
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
  • Type Attached: Condo
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 3
  • Year Built: 1997

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Hardwood Floors, Laundry Hook-Up in Unit, Storage
  • Number Of Rooms: 6
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 21X14, On Level: Main Level
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances
  • Fireplace Details: Gas Logs
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 2
  • Primary Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Bathroom Amenities: Double Sink
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 2
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: COMBO, On Level: 3rd Level
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 17X9, On Level: Main Level
  • Additional Rooms: Deck
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 18X12, On Level: Main Level
  • Additional Room 1 Name: Deck, Dimensions: 30X20, On Level: 2nd Level
  • Additional Room 2 Name: Deck, Dimensions: 11X10, On Level: Main Level
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 11X10, On Level: Main Level
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1845
  • Dining Room Type: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 20X11, On Level: 2nd Level

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Exterior Property Features: Balcony, Deck, Roof Deck

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 1
  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Included In Price: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Electricity: Circuit Breakers
  • Air Conditioner: Central Air
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Heating Fuel: Gas

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Max Pet Weight: 999
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Management: Self-Management
  • Pet Information: Cats OK, Dogs OK
  • Common Area Amenities: Storage
  • Assessment Includes: Water, Common Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger
  • Assessment Association Fees: 244
  • Management Phone: 000-000-0000

Fee Information

  • Management Company: Self-Managed

Schools

  • School District: 299
  • Junior High Dist: 299

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: COMMON
  • Parcel Identification Number: 14313281061003

Multi Family

  • Total Number Unitsin Building: 3
  • Number Stories: 3

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 10664.31

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 22, 2020
Closed on
Nov 9, 2020
Sold by
Sherwood James E and Sherwood Gretchen E
Bought by
Harrison Alexander and Cabellero Araima
Seller's Agent
Pamela Rueve
Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty
Buyer's Agent
Stephen Hnatow
Keller Williams ONEChicago
List Price
$650,000
Sold Price
$612,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$38,000
-5.85%
Current Estimated Value
$756,953

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$144,953
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.44%
Original Mortgage
$510,000
Interest Rate
2.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 2, 2017
Closed on
Jan 19, 2018
Sold by
Weil Christopher S and Patel Nimesha
Bought by
Sherwood James E and Sherwood Gretchen E
Seller's Agent
Mary Beth Malone
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Pamela Rueve
Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty
List Price
$599,000
Sold Price
$575,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,000
-4.01%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.29%
Original Mortgage
$488,750
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 5, 2009
Sold by
Hettinga Marc D
Bought by
Patel Nimesha and Weil Christopher S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$351,000
Interest Rate
5.29%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 24, 2001
Sold by
Jeske Jerald L and Jeske Keli Bennett
Bought by
Hettinga Marc D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$250,000
Interest Rate
6.62%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 18, 1996
Sold by
Palos Bank & Trust Company
Bought by
Jeske Jerald L and Bennett Keli R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$180,500
Interest Rate
7.5%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 22, 1996
Sold by
American National Bk&Tr Co Of Chicago
Bought by
Palos Bank & Trust Co and Trust #1-3910
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Harrison Alexander $612,000 Proper Title
Sherwood James E $575,000 Chicago Title
Patel Nimesha $468,000 None Available
Hettinga Marc D -- --
Jeske Jerald L $190,000 Lawyers Title Insurance Corp
Palos Bank & Trust Co -- Lawyers Title Insurance Corp
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Harrison Alexander $510,000
Previous Owner Sherwood James E $488,750
Previous Owner Patel Nimesha $351,000
Previous Owner Hettinga Marc D $250,000
Previous Owner Jeske Jerald L $180,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
11/19/2020 11/19/20 Sold $612,000 -1.3% $332 / Sq Ft
10/21/2020 10/21/20 Pending -- -- --
10/19/2020 10/19/20 Price Changed $620,000 -1.4% $336 / Sq Ft
10/12/2020 10/12/20 Price Changed $629,000 -1.6% $341 / Sq Ft
10/05/2020 10/05/20 Price Changed $639,000 -1.7% $346 / Sq Ft
09/22/2020 09/22/20 For Sale $650,000 +13.0% $352 / Sq Ft
02/20/2018 02/20/18 Sold $575,000 -1.7% $312 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
12/18/2017 12/18/17 Pending -- -- --
12/14/2017 12/14/17 Price Changed $585,000 -2.3% $317 / Sq Ft
11/02/2017 11/02/17 For Sale $599,000 -- $325 / 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 $9,815 $61,096 $12,415 $48,681
2023 $9,518 $49,695 $5,677 $44,018
2022 $9,518 $49,695 $5,677 $44,018
2021 $9,323 $49,694 $5,677 $44,017
2020 $10,866 $48,775 $5,677 $43,098
2019 $10,644 $52,980 $5,677 $47,303
2018 $9,787 $52,980 $5,677 $47,303
2017 $8,219 $41,555 $4,991 $36,564
2016 $8,670 $43,287 $4,991 $38,296
2015 $7,932 $43,287 $4,991 $38,296
2014 $6,794 $36,619 $4,429 $32,190
2013 $6,660 $36,619 $4,429 $32,190
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD10878500

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 14-31-328-106-1003