NOT LISTED FOR SALE

18434 Wentworth Ave Lansing, IL 60438

Lansing Area

Estimated Value: $195,809 - $268,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,253 Sq Ft
$190/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: May 30, 2025

Last sale price $270,000 $215 Per Sq Ft

Est. 12% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,586 / mo

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Living Room
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Laundry Room
  • 5-minute walk to Schultz Park

About This Home

As of May 2025

18434 Wentworth Ave is a beautifully modernized Cape Cod-style home featuring 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, combining classic charm with contemporary upgrades. Situated in a desirable location, this home is move-in ready, offering an inviting atmosphere and plenty of space for comfortable living. Upon entering, you'll find laminate flooring flowing seamlessly throughout the living room and eat-in kitchen, creating a bright and open feel. The kitchen has been completely updated with new cabinets, sleek quartz countertops, and Whirlpool appliances, making it a perfect space for cooking and entertaining. Two cozy bedrooms are conveniently located on the main floor, along with an updated full bathroom, featuring modern finishes. Upstairs, the home expands to include a large bedroom with ample space for relaxation and privacy. In addition, a charming cozy nook provides the perfect spot for reading or unwinding after a long day. The finished basement offers a versatile space, featuring a large rec room ideal for games, movie nights, or additional entertainment. A custom-tiled walk-in shower and another bathroom add convenience and style to the lower level, making it a functional and private retreat. The laundry and storage room offers plenty of space to keep your home organized and clutter-free. For outdoor living, the fully fenced-in backyard ensures privacy and is perfect for pets, gardening, or enjoying the outdoors. The breezeway leads to a one-car garage with additional driveway parking for off-street convenience. Plus, there is extra guest parking in the rear of the home. The location is unbeatable-within walking distance to downtown Lansing, Fox Pointe, and the Pennsy Greenway, providing easy access to local shops, parks, and recreational areas. With nothing left to do but move in, this home is a must-see! Schedule a showing today and experience all that this beautiful property has to offer!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Caleb Lyzenga

Realty Executives Premier Illinois License #475188604 Listed on: 04/05/2025

Realty Executives Premier Illinois

Last Buyer's Agent

Rafael Alvarado

Shield Real Estate License #471015563

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,773

Year Built

  • Built in 1952 | Remodeled in 2025

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 60x120
  • Additional Parcels

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Alley Access
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Frame Construction
  • Aluminum Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,253 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Laundry Room

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 100 Amp Service

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,773

Year Built

Built in 1952 | Remodeled in 2025

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 1.5 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Cape Cod
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 1.5 Story
  • Year Built: 1952
  • Age: 71-80 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2025
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Renovated: 2025

Interior Features

  • Basement: Finished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • LivingArea: 1253
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Carpet

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Frame
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Off Street, Driveway, Alley Access, Owned, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 6

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air, Wall Unit(s)
  • Electric: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Water Source: Public

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

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: Yes
  • Lot Dimensions: 60X120
  • 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: 6772.84
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: None

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 5, 2025
Closed on
May 29, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Caleb Lyzenga
Realty Executives Premier Illinois
Buyer's Agent
Rafael Alvarado
Shield Real Estate
List Price
$259,969
Sold Price
$270,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,031
3.86%
Views
39
Current Estimated Value
$237,452

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$32,548
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-10.31%
Original Mortgage
$265,109
Interest Rate
0.0662%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 22, 2024
Closed on
Jan 10, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Brandy Cafarelli
Mission Realty, PLLC
Buyer's Agent
Caleb Lyzenga
Realty Executives Premier Illinois
List Price
$140,000
Sold Price
$140,000
Views
34

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
490.08%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 8, 2017
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 6, 2016
Closed on
Jul 25, 2016
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Steve Meeker
Meeker Real Estate Inc
Buyer's Agent
Stu Shore
REALTYONE and Associates LLC
List Price
$85,900
Sold Price
$36,225
Premium/Discount to List
-$49,675
-57.83%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
20.62%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 30, 2015
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$270,000 None Listed On Document
$140,000 Fidelity National Title
-- None Available
$36,500 Servicelink Llc
-- Attorney
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $265,109
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/30/2025 05/30/25 Sold $270,000 +3.9% $215 / Sq Ft
04/13/2025 04/13/25 Pending -- -- --
04/05/2025 04/05/25 For Sale $259,969 +85.7% $207 / Sq Ft
01/14/2025 01/14/25 Sold $140,000 0.0% $112 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
12/26/2024 12/26/24 Pending -- -- --
12/22/2024 12/22/24 For Sale $140,000 0.0% $112 / Sq Ft
06/03/2022 06/03/22 Rented $1,875 0.0% --
05/11/2022 05/11/22 Under Contract -- -- --
02/19/2022 02/19/22 For Rent $1,875 +7.1% --
11/04/2019 11/04/19 Rented $1,750 0.0% --
10/27/2019 10/27/19 Under Contract -- -- --
10/12/2019 10/12/19 For Rent $1,750 0.0% --
07/25/2016 07/25/16 Sold $36,225 -37.4% $29 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/22/2016 06/22/16 Pending -- -- --
04/29/2016 04/29/16 Price Changed $57,900 -10.8% $46 / Sq Ft
04/12/2016 04/12/16 Price Changed $64,900 -9.7% $52 / Sq Ft
03/13/2016 03/13/16 Price Changed $71,900 -7.7% $57 / Sq Ft
02/09/2016 02/09/16 Price Changed $77,900 -9.3% $62 / Sq Ft
01/06/2016 01/06/16 For Sale $85,900 -- $69 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History

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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
2025 $3,386 $7,000 $1,719 $5,281
2024 $3,386 $7,000 $1,719 $5,281
2023 $3,163 $7,000 $1,719 $5,281
2022 $3,163 $4,868 $1,484 $3,384
2021 $3,077 $4,867 $1,484 $3,383
2020 $2,855 $4,867 $1,484 $3,383
2019 $3,007 $5,281 $1,250 $4,031
2018 $2,951 $5,281 $1,250 $4,031
2017 $2,980 $5,281 $1,250 $4,031
2016 $2,264 $5,390 $1,171 $4,219
2015 $2,072 $5,390 $1,171 $4,219
2014 $2,057 $5,390 $1,171 $4,219
2013 $2,166 $6,126 $1,171 $4,955
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12330356

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 30-32-315-028-0000

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