NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1817 N 78th Ct Elmwood Park, IL 60707

Estimated Value: $455,000 - $643,000

3 Beds
4 Baths
1,720 Sq Ft
$327/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 02, 2023

Last sale price $560,000 $326 Per Sq Ft

Current estimated payment $4,078/month

11 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Recreation Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Living Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Laundry Room

About This Home

As of October 2023

Extraordinarily Charming and Updated Quad-Level Home and over 3200 sq ft finished living area in Elmwood Park! Beautifully nestled in a friendly and highly coveted area just minutes from excellent shopping, this 3BR/2.5+BA, residence warmly welcomes with a classic brick facade, tidy landscaping, and neighborly sidewalks. Fabulously updated with universal appeal, the interior impresses with gleaming hardwood flooring, ample soft natural light, attractive paint hues, an openly flowing floorplan, and an expansive living room with a gas starter fireplace. Imagine hosting holiday parties with an elegant formal dining room, which is conveniently adjoining the upgraded eat-in kitchen featuring Bosch stainless-steel appliances, smooth granite countertops, a newer chic marble backsplash (2021), maple cabinetry, a gas stove, a built-in microwave, a dishwasher, a newer GE refrigerator (2022), and recessed lighting. New and spacious deck & patio (2022), a sprawling greenspace, and plenty of room for playing, gardening, or weekend cookouts! Fantastic for movie night or wintertime entertaining, the lower-level includes a massive rec room and a kitchenette. Envision hosting guests for the exciting big game, and enjoying the convenience of nearby snacks and drinks. Each bedroom is generously sized with a dedicated closet, while the primary bedroom also has an attached en suite boasting a storage vanity. Other features: attached 2-car heated garage with epoxy flooring, laundry area with a double utility sink, sprinkler system, two powder rooms, 5 zone energy-efficient radiant heating system, central air, newer leaf guards (2022), quick 8.8-mile drive to O'Hare International Airport or 14-miles to Downtown Chicago, close to restaurants, schools, entertainment, golf courses, Dominican University, Gottlieb Memorial Hospital, and parks, and so much more! With tons to offer and an abundance of space, this home delivers both form and function. Call now to schedule your private tour!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Viola Waszkiewicz

HomeSmart Connect LLC License #475179450 Listed on: 08/02/2023

HomeSmart Connect LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Joan Kaniecki

Weichert, Realtors - All Pro License #475129391

Weichert, Realtors - All Pro

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,722

Year Built

  • Built in 1961

Lot Details

  • 5,663 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 46 x 124

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Split Level with Sub
  • Quad-Level Property
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,720 Sq Ft Home
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Recreation Room

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Sub-Basement
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Schools

  • Elmwood Elementary School
  • Elm Middle School
  • Elmwood Park High School

Utilities

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

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,722

Year Built

Built in 1961

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: Split Level w/ Sub
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Quad Level
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: Split Level w/ Sub
  • Year Built: 1961
  • Age: 61-70 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Partial
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Starter
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • LivingArea: 1720
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: Finished,Sub-Basement
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • List Price: 585000
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Radiant
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Elmwood Elementary School
  • High School: Elmwood Park High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Elm Middle School
  • Middle/Junior School District: 401

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.13
  • Lot Dimensions: 46 X 124
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 10
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 10721.96
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 2, 2023
Closed on
Sep 29, 2023
Sold by
Gurka Jean B and Rodriguez Joan A
Bought by
Kaniecki Brian and Kaniecki Hannah Stemper
Seller's Agent
Viola Waszkiewicz
HomeSmart Connect LLC
Buyer's Agent
Joan Kaniecki
Weichert, Realtors - All Pro
List Price
$585,000
Sold Price
$560,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-4.27%
Total Days on Market
11
Views
580
Current Estimated Value
$562,618

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$2,618
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.27%
Original Mortgage
$448,000
Interest Rate
7.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 3, 2021
Closed on
Apr 7, 2021
Sold by
Obrest Otto and Obrest Cynthia
Bought by
Gurka Jean B and Rodriguez Joan A
Seller's Agent
Tony Guggino
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices American Heritage
Buyer's Agent
Viola Waszkiewicz
HomeSmart Connect LLC
List Price
$529,900
Sold Price
$540,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,100
1.91%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.47%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 26, 2020
Sold by
Obrest Otto H and Obrest Cynthia M
Bought by
Obrest Otto H and Obrest Cynthia M

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 24, 1999
Sold by
Pasquini Fred and Pasquini Odelia
Bought by
Obrest Otto and Obrest Cynthia

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 1, 1996
Sold by
American National Bk & Tr Co Of Chicago
Bought by
Pasquini Fred and Pasquini Odelia
Source: Public Records

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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
Kaniecki Brian $560,000 None Listed On Document
Gurka Jean B $540,000 Attorneys Ttl Guaranty Fund
Obrest Otto H -- Attorney
Obrest Otto -- --
Pasquini Fred -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Kaniecki Brian $453,000
Closed Kaniecki Brian $47,000
Closed Kaniecki Brian $448,000
Previous Owner Brest Otto O $100,000
Previous Owner Brest Otto O $178,149
Previous Owner Obrest Otto $227,510
Previous Owner Obrest Otto H $178,000
Previous Owner Obrest Otto $89,700
Previous Owner Obrest Otto $175,000
Previous Owner Obrest Otto $160,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/02/2023 10/02/23 Sold $560,000 -4.3% $326 / Sq Ft
08/14/2023 08/14/23 Pending -- -- --
08/02/2023 08/02/23 For Sale $585,000 +8.3% $340 / Sq Ft
04/07/2021 04/07/21 Sold $540,000 +1.9% $314 / Sq Ft
03/06/2021 03/06/21 Pending -- -- --
03/03/2021 03/03/21 For Sale $529,900 -- $308 / 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 $11,216 $38,195 $7,080 $31,115
2023 $11,216 $38,195 $7,080 $31,115
2022 $11,216 $38,195 $7,080 $31,115
2021 $10,722 $31,876 $4,672 $27,204
2020 $10,442 $31,876 $4,672 $27,204
2019 $9,306 $35,340 $4,672 $30,668
2018 $8,092 $28,358 $4,106 $24,252
2017 $7,843 $28,358 $4,106 $24,252
2016 $7,322 $28,358 $4,106 $24,252
2015 $6,810 $24,541 $3,540 $21,001
2014 $7,500 $27,347 $3,540 $23,807
2013 $7,299 $27,347 $3,540 $23,807
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11848921

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 12-36-308-001-0000