$450,000
SOLD MAY 15, 2020

1841 W Forestview Dr Sycamore, IL 60178

5 Beds
4 Baths
3,450 Sq Ft
1.04 Acres

Recently Sold

$130 Per Sq Ft

4% Below List Price

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Above Ground Pool
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Recreation Room
  • Multiple Garages
  • Mature Trees
  • Vaulted Ceiling

About This Home

As of May 2020

Unincorporated 1.04 acre estate features 5 bedroom, 3.5 baths, 4 car heated garage, finished basement and so much more. Enter into the 2 story foyer featuring hardwood floors, wainscoting, custom molding and one of two staircases. Formal living room/office/playroom features carpet, over sized trim and crown molding. Family room features hardwood floors, 2-story windows with power blinds, wainscoting and two-way fireplace. Kitchen boasts granite island, 42" tiered Merillat cabinets w/ crown molding, SS high-end appliances, tiled backslash, and leads to the eating area. Additional bedroom/office also showcases two-way fireplace and has connecting door to FLR/office/playroom. Over sized formal dining room features hardwood floors. Laundry room w/ cabinets and wash sink and 1/2 bathroom with granite vanity complete the main floor. Master bedroom includes French door entry, tray ceiling, ceiling fan, and walk-in closet. Private master bath suite boasts double sinks w/ vanity in the middle and tiled backslash, whirlpool tub, separate shower, skylights and utility room/additional storage off the bath. Two additional spacious bedrooms feature Jack and Jill bath. 4th bedroom includes private full bath. Finished basement showcases wet bar with tap, custom cabinets with built-in wine rack, mini fridge and ceramic tile. Game area with ceramic tile and spacious recreation area with plush carpet. Full bath rough-in, 95+ HE furnace and water heater, Iron curtain water system, new sump pump & back up sump pump, tank-less water heater (2018) and dual zone furnace and air with upper furnace new in 2017. Two car attached garage is heated and includes service door leading to additional two car detached garage that is also heated and features finished office area with cable, phone, internet, electric, USB outlets, exhaust for a/c, 220 service, and surround sound. Amazing yard showcases 20x30 deck with two gazebos (one for grill and one for entertaining), solar lights on deck and additional lights on gazebo w/ timer, outdoor speakers, 10x20 above ground pool, swing set, mature trees, partially fenced and large stamped concrete patio with built-in fire pit. This home is absolutely stunning and additional features include 9ft ceilings throughout, new windows in 2019, ample closet space and storage options, invisible fence, entire first floor is on Google smart switch (i.e. "google turn on kitchen lights"), hardwired smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, two 200 amp panels, whole house generator, and so much more! You must see this home to truly appreciate everything it has to offer.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Melissa Mobile

Hometown Realty Group License #471019198 Listed on: 03/23/2020

Last Buyer's Agent

Jeff Patton

J & A Real Estate License #471000316

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $13,275

Year Built

  • 1998

Lot Details

  • Property has an invisible fence for dogs
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Mature Trees

Parking

  • Garage
  • Multiple Garages
  • Garage ceiling height seven feet or more
  • Heated Garage
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Side Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price
  • Garage Is Owned

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slab Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Wet Bar
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • See Through Fireplace
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Home Office
  • Recreation Room
  • Game Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Storm Screens
  • Laundry on main level

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Oven or Range
  • <<microwave>>
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Island

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Walk-In Closet
  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • Dual Sinks
  • <<bathWithWhirlpoolToken>>
  • Separate Shower

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Rough-In Basement Bathroom
  • Basement Window Egress

Outdoor Features

  • Above Ground Pool
  • Stamped Concrete Patio
  • Fire Pit

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Well
  • Water Softener is Owned
  • Private or Community Septic Tank

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions
  • $4,250 Seller Concession

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$13,275

Year Built

1998

Lot Details

0

Parking

4

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Age: 21-25 Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Number Interior Fireplaces: 1
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 3.1
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Estimated Year Built: 1998
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1998

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Bar-Wet, Hardwood Floors, 1st Floor Laundry, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Number Of Rooms: 12
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 17X15, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Water Softener Owned
  • Equipment: Humidifier, Water-Softener Owned, TV-Cable, Security System, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan, Sump Pump, Backup Sump Pump;, Power Generator
  • Fireplace Details: See through/Multi Sided, Gas Logs, Gas Starter
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Finished, Bathroom Rough-In, Egress Window
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 5
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 1
  • Primary Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Bathroom Amenities: Whirlpool, Separate Shower, Double Sink
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 4
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 7X6, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 13X12, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 20X17, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Pantry-Closet
  • Additional Rooms: 5th Bedroom, Office, Recreation Room, Game Room
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 16X16, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Additional Room 1 Name: 5th Bdrm, Dimensions: 12X12, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Carpet
  • Additional Room 2 Name: Office, Dimensions: 13X10, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 12X11, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Additional Room 3 Name: Recreation Rm, Dimensions: 15X15, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Carpet
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 12X11, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Additional Room 4 Name: Game Rm, Dimensions: 16X10, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Ceramic Tile
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 11X11, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Additional Room 5 Name: Bar, Dimensions: 15X10, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Ceramic Tile
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 3450
  • Dining Room Type: Separate
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 17X13, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete
  • Lot Size: 1.0-1.99 Acres
  • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding, Brick
  • Roof Type: Asphalt/Glass (Shingles)
  • Exterior Property Features: Stamped Concrete Patio, Pool Above Ground, Storms/Screens, Fire Pit, Invisible Fence
  • Acreage: 1.04

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 4
  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Attached, Detached
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s), Transmitter(s), Heated, 7 Foot or more high garage door, Multiple Garages
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 4
  • Driveway: Concrete, Side Drive
  • Parking Included In Price: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Air Conditioner: Central Air, Zoned
  • Water: Well-Private
  • Sewer: Septic-Private
  • Heating Fuel: Gas, Forced Air, 2+ Sep Heating Systems, Zoned

Schools

  • School District: 427
  • Junior High Dist: 427

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 59X173X33X306X60X253
  • Lot Description: Landscaped Professionally, Mature Trees
  • Parcel Identification Number: 0525226001

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 11609.46

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 1, 2023
Sold by
Renee I Bemis Irrevocable Trust
Bought by
Amy L Bemis Trust and Bemis
Current Estimated Value
$661,850

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 23, 2020
Closed on
May 12, 2020
Sold by
Wiepert Dustin and Wiepert Nichole
Bought by
Bemis Amy L and Renee I Bemis Irrevocable Trus
Seller's Agent
Melissa Mobile
Hometown Realty Group
Buyer's Agent
Jeff Patton
J & A Real Estate
List Price
$469,900
Sold Price
$450,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,900
-4.23%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.01%
Original Mortgage
$360,000
Interest Rate
3.3%
Mortgage Type
Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 29, 2018
Sold by
Wiepert Dustin and Wiepert Nicole
Bought by
Wiepert Dustin and Wiepert Nichole

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$340,000
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 16, 2012
Closed on
May 3, 2013
Sold by
Bradt Ronald C
Bought by
Wiepert Dustin and Wiepert Nicole
Seller's Agent
Alison Rosenow
American Realty Illinois LLC
Buyer's Agent
Alison Rosenow
American Realty Illinois LLC
List Price
$495,000
Sold Price
$396,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$99,000
-20%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.00%
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed -- None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $435,500 Attorney
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Warranty Deed $396,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $360,000 Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Previous Owner $340,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $285,000 Stand Alone First
Previous Owner $300,000 Stand Alone First
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/15/2020 05/15/20 Sold $450,000 -4.2% $130 / Sq Ft
03/31/2020 03/31/20 For Sale $469,900 +4.4% $136 / Sq Ft
03/29/2020 03/29/20 Pending -- -- --
03/26/2020 03/26/20 Off Market $450,000 -- --
03/23/2020 03/23/20 For Sale $469,900 +18.7% $136 / Sq Ft
05/03/2013 05/03/13 Sold $396,000 -12.0% $132 / Sq Ft
10/26/2012 10/26/12 Pending -- -- --
07/24/2012 07/24/12 Price Changed $449,900 -2.2% $150 / Sq Ft
06/29/2012 06/29/12 Price Changed $459,900 -3.2% $153 / Sq Ft
03/17/2012 03/17/12 Price Changed $474,900 -4.1% $158 / Sq Ft
02/16/2012 02/16/12 For Sale $495,000 -- $165 / 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 $13,275 $178,643 $32,379 $146,264
2023 $13,275 $163,368 $29,610 $133,758
2022 $13,368 $158,409 $28,711 $129,698
2021 $13,441 $149,288 $27,058 $122,230
2020 $12,367 $141,452 $25,638 $115,814
2019 $11,949 $136,143 $24,676 $111,467
2018 $11,609 $130,455 $23,645 $106,810
2017 $11,114 $122,608 $22,223 $100,385
2016 $10,922 $117,757 $21,344 $96,413
2015 -- $111,092 $20,136 $90,956
2014 -- $110,123 $19,960 $90,163
2013 -- $113,330 $20,541 $92,789
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD10674613

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 05-25-226-001