$640,000
SOLD AUG 31, 2020

1708 N Wells St Unit 3 Chicago, IL 60614

Old Town Neighborhood
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,520 Sq Ft
$529/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$421 Per Sq Ft

1 Day on Market

Highlights

  • The property is located in a historic district
  • Deck
  • End Unit
  • Abraham Lincoln Elementary School Rated A-
  • Wood Flooring
  • Walk-In Pantry

About This Home

As of May 2024

Completely updated top floor Old Town three-bedroom with historic charm! Designed by Summer Thornton, this home offers high end, custom finishes throughout! Wonderful morning sunrise from the east-facing open kitchen, living, and dining room with tree-top views. Luxury kitchen featuring BlueStar Range and Liebherr paneled fridge, Carrara marble countertops, and Restoration Hardware fixtures. French doors open to the second bedroom easily made private or opened as a den. Spacious master bedroom with double closets and a new Carrera marble master bath with double vanity and an oversized shower. The third bedroom has a gas fireplace, custom wallpaper, and opens to a large private deck space with ample room for seating and a grill. All professionally organized closets and built-ins create incredible interior storage plus an additional deeded storage room included. Multiple parking options nearby. Historic Old Town location on Wells, steps from Lincoln Park and the Green City Farmer's Market, North Avenue Beach, and Wells Street boutiques, bars, and restaurants.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lindsay Everest

Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty License #475145468

Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty

Co-Listed By

Rachel Rand Martell

Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty License #475186628

Last Buyer's Agent

Lindsay Everest

Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty License #475145468

Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $195

Year Built | Renovated

  • 1886 | 2007

Lot Details

  • End Unit
  • East or West Exposure

HOA Fees

  • $529 per month

Parking

  • Parking Available

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • Built-In Features
  • Decorative Fireplace
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Storage
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Galley Kitchen
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • High End Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Walk-In Closet
  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Location

  • Property is near a bus stop
  • The property is located in a historic district

Utilities

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

Community Details

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Security

  • Storm Screens

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$195

Year Built | Renovated

1886 | 2007

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$529 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • General Information: Commuter Bus, Commuter Train, Interstate Access, Historical District
  • Recent Rehab: Yes
  • Unit Floor Level: 3
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Number Interior Fireplaces: 2
  • Ownership: Condo
  • Rehab Year: 2007
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Estimated Year Built: 1886
  • Type Attached: Condo, Penthouse
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 3
  • Year Built: 1886
  • Year Renovated: 2007

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Hardwood Floors, Laundry Hook-Up in Unit, Storage, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Number Of Rooms: 6
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 16X16, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Shades
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
  • Equipment: Humidifier, Intercom, Ceiling Fan
  • Fireplace Details: Gas Logs, Decorative Only
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 3
  • Primary Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 3
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: COMBO, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Shades
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 14X16, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Shades
  • Kitchen Type: Galley, Island, Pantry-Closet
  • Additional Rooms: Deck
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 12X17, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Shades
  • Additional Room 1 Name: Deck, Dimensions: 23X8, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Other, Windows: None
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 11X13, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Shades
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 10X15, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1520
  • Dining Room Type: Combined w/ LivRm

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Exterior Property Features: Deck, Storms/Screens, End Unit
  • Exposure: E (East), W (West)

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 1
  • Parking: Space/s
  • Number Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Pet Information: Cats OK, Dogs OK
  • Common Area Amenities: Bike Room/Bike Trails, Storage
  • Assessment Includes: Water, Common Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal
  • Assessment Association Fees: 529
  • Management Contact Name: Jeff Steinback
  • Management Phone: 312-475-9400X1007

Fee Information

  • Management Company: Advantage Management

Schools

  • School District: 299
  • Junior High Dist: 299

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: COMMON
  • Parcel Identification Number: 14334190081058

Multi Family

  • Total Number Unitsin Building: 90
  • Number Stories: 3

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 10217.18

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 30, 2024
Closed on
May 24, 2024
Sold by
Meyer Jon and Meyer Jessica
Bought by
Collett Caroline
Seller's Agent
Lindsay Everest
Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty
Buyer's Agent
Lindsay Everest
Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty
List Price
$725,000
Sold Price
$717,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,500
-1.03%
Total Days on Market
1
Current Estimated Value
$994,056

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$276,556
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-31.89%
Original Mortgage
$430,500
Outstanding Balance
$427,713
Interest Rate
7.17%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$72,362

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 9, 2020
Closed on
Aug 31, 2020
Sold by
Ott Karen S and Ott Daniel P
Bought by
Meyer Jessica and Meyer Jon
Seller's Agent
Lindsay Everest
Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty
Buyer's Agent
Lindsay Everest
Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty
List Price
$639,000
Sold Price
$640,000
Premium/Discount to List
$1,000
0.16%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.10%
Original Mortgage
$510,400
Interest Rate
2.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 20, 2016
Closed on
Jun 23, 2016
Sold by
Lynn Molly Elise
Bought by
Ott Daniel P and Ott Karen S
Seller's Agent
Phyllis Hall
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Buyer's Agent
Phyllis Hall
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
List Price
$615,000
Sold Price
$615,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.96%
Original Mortgage
$418,000
Interest Rate
3.58%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 26, 2013
Closed on
Mar 1, 2013
Sold by
Cherupally Arvind and Katta Anusha
Bought by
Lynn Molly Elise
Seller's Agent
Mira Kovacevic
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Denise Wilbur
Compass
List Price
$539,000
Sold Price
$511,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$28,000
-5.19%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.77%
Original Mortgage
$383,250
Interest Rate
3.48%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

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Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area





Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $717,500 Chicago Title Company
Warranty Deed $640,000 Chicago Title
Warranty Deed $615,000 Chicago Title
Warranty Deed $511,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $430,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $510,400 New Conventional
Previous Owner $418,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $383,250 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/31/2024 05/31/24 Sold $717,500 -1.0% $472 / Sq Ft
05/01/2024 05/01/24 Pending -- -- --
04/30/2024 04/30/24 For Sale $725,000 +13.3% $477 / Sq Ft
08/31/2020 08/31/20 Sold $640,000 +0.2% $421 / Sq Ft
07/10/2020 07/10/20 Pending -- -- --
07/09/2020 07/09/20 For Sale $639,000 +3.9% $420 / Sq Ft
06/23/2016 06/23/16 Sold $615,000 0.0% $405 / Sq Ft
04/22/2016 04/22/16 Pending -- -- --
04/20/2016 04/20/16 For Sale $615,000 +20.4% $405 / Sq Ft
03/08/2013 03/08/13 Sold $511,000 -5.2% $339 / Sq Ft
02/04/2013 02/04/13 Pending -- -- --
01/26/2013 01/26/13 For Sale $539,000 -- $358 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

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 $195 $742 $118 $624
2023 $195 $948 $96 $852
2022 $195 $948 $96 $852
2021 $190 $946 $95 $851
2020 $136 $611 $84 $527
2019 $133 $663 $84 $579
2018 $131 $663 $84 $579
2017 $131 $610 $68 $542
2016 $122 $610 $68 $542
2015 $112 $610 $68 $542
2014 $107 $577 $51 $526
2013 $105 $577 $51 $526
Source: Public Records

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD10775550

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 14-33-419-008-1118