$490,000
SOLD MAY 12, 2025

18501 Bauer Rd Custer Park, IL 60481

2 Beds
3 Baths
1,850 Sq Ft
5 Acres

Recently Sold

$265 Per Sq Ft

1% Above List Price

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Formal Dining Room
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Laundry Room
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Entrance Foyer

About This Home

As of May 2025

WELCOME TO YOUR UNIQUE 2 BEDROOM 3 BATH SEARS REBUILT & UPGRADED HOME WITH SEVERAL WINDOWS TO ENJOY THE BEAUTIFUL PEACEFUL SCENERY~SITUATED ON 5 ACRES YOU WILL APPRECIATE YOUR PRIVACY (3 ACRES CURRENTLY USED FOR CROPS) YOUR SPRAWLING EAT-IN KITCHEN HAS BEEN UPDATED (2024) WITH CUSTOM BUILT CABINETS, CORIAN COUNTERTOPS, SS REFRIGERATOR, DISHWASHER, STOVE AND VENT HOOD~FEATURING AN OPEN GRILL SET IN STONE~A CUSTOM BUILT TOP OF THE LINE ISLAND HAS BEEN INSTALLED (2025)~FROM THE KITCHEN WINDOW YOU'LL HAVE A VIEW OF THE TRANQUIL KOI POND~THE SPACIOUS LIVING ROOM IS COMPLETE WITH A NATURAL WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE~2 BEDROOMS ARE LOCATED ON THE 2ND FLOOR WITH 2 FULL BATHS~THE MASTER INCLUDES A NEW MEDICINE CABINET AND LIGHT FIXTURES (2024)~ ADDITIONAL UPGRADES INCLUDE A NEW LAUNDRY ROOM WITH NEW PLUMBING, LG WASHER & DRYER, BOSS WATER SOFTENER (2024)~THERE ARE 2 AC'S & A GENERATOR~INSULATION HAS BEEN INSTALLED & FRESH PAINT THROUGHOUT THE HOME(2025)~THE 3 CAR GARAGE HAS IT'S OWN FURNACE, ELECTRICAL BOX, EXTRA STORAGE & WORKSHOP AREA~THE 30 X 40 HEATED & INSULATED POLE BARN FEATURES A CEMENT FLOOR & 10 FT DOOR. SOLID HOME BEING SOLD AS-IS

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Barbara Brandenburg

Spring Realty License #475166835 Listed on: 02/15/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Aaron Mallet

eXp Realty License #475213059

eXp Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,662

Year Renovated

  • 2024

Lot Details

  • 5 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 698x315x698x308

Parking

  • 3 Car Garage
  • Parking Included in Price

Interior Spaces

  • 1,850 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Bookcases
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Insulated Windows
  • Window Screens
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Laminate Flooring
  • Partial Basement

Kitchen

  • Indoor Grill
  • Range Hood
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Potential Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Sink Near Laundry

Home Security

  • Storm Doors
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Power Generator
  • Well
  • Water Softener is Owned
  • Septic Tank

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,662

Year Renovated

2024

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Age: 100+ 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): Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2024
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Renovated: 2024

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Indoor Grill, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood, Water Softener Owned
  • Basement: Unfinished, Partial
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Door Features: Storm Door(s)
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Interior Amenities: Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases
  • LivingArea: 1850
  • Other Equipment: Water-Softener Owned, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Generator
  • Room Type: Foyer, Other Room
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Door Features: French Doors,Storm Door(s)
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows,Screens
  • Flooring: Wood Laminate

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached
  • ParkingTotal: 3

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Propane
  • Laundry Features: In Unit, Sink
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 5
  • Lot Dimensions: 698X315X698X308
  • Lot Size: 5.0-5.99 Acres
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 17
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 5662
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 15, 2025
Closed on
Apr 4, 2025
Sold by
Calandriello Denise and Eassa Sameer
Bought by
Bowen Brianna Paige and Sorek William
Seller's Agent
Barbara Brandenburg
Spring Realty
Buyer's Agent
Aaron Mallet
eXp Realty
List Price
$484,900
Sold Price
$490,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,100
1.05%
Views
18
Current Estimated Value
$497,187

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$7,187
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.27%
Original Mortgage
$367,500
Interest Rate
7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 28, 2024
Closed on
Oct 14, 2024
Sold by
Menz Tammy
Bought by
Eassa Sameer and Calandriello Denise
Seller's Agent
Terry Dziadon
Village Realty Inc
Buyer's Agent
Barbara Brandenburg
Spring Realty
List Price
$479,900
Sold Price
$440,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$39,900
-8.31%
Views
44

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
20.39%
Original Mortgage
$349,800
Interest Rate
7.13%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 13, 2022
Closed on
Feb 21, 2023
Sold by
Elda Mae Hackl Trust
Bought by
Menz Tammy and Engel Michael
Seller's Agent
Robert Findlay
Findlay Real Estate Group Inc
Buyer's Agent
Terry Dziadon
Village Realty Inc
List Price
$499,900
Sold Price
$422,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$77,900
-15.58%
Views
50

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.58%
Original Mortgage
$372,000
Interest Rate
5.99%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 30, 2014
Sold by
Hackl Elda Mae
Bought by
Hacki Elda Mae and Elda Mae Hackl Trust
Source: Public Records
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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $490,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $440,000 Standard Title
Deed $422,000 None Listed On Document
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $367,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $349,800 New Conventional
Previous Owner $372,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/12/2025 05/12/25 Sold $490,000 +1.1% $265 / Sq Ft
02/17/2025 02/17/25 Pending -- -- --
02/15/2025 02/15/25 For Sale $484,900 +10.2% $262 / Sq Ft
10/14/2024 10/14/24 Sold $440,000 -8.3% $238 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
09/20/2024 09/20/24 Pending -- -- --
08/28/2024 08/28/24 For Sale $479,900 +13.7% $259 / Sq Ft
02/24/2023 02/24/23 Sold $422,000 -6.2% -- View Prior Sale
01/26/2023 01/26/23 Pending -- -- --
10/12/2022 10/12/22 Price Changed $449,900 -6.3% --
07/19/2022 07/19/22 Price Changed $479,900 -4.0% --
04/13/2022 04/13/22 For Sale $499,900 -- --
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 $5,906 $115,071 $28,423 $86,648
2023 $5,906 $107,026 $26,423 $80,603
2022 $5,647 $101,513 $25,025 $76,488
2021 $3,181 $99,521 $24,459 $75,062
2020 $3,171 $99,402 $24,340 $75,062
2019 $3,146 $98,563 $24,060 $74,503
2018 $3,184 $92,105 $22,476 $69,629
2017 $3,076 $86,083 $21,003 $65,080
2016 $3,105 $82,205 $20,035 $62,170
2015 $3,840 $78,122 $19,025 $59,097
2014 $3,840 $76,328 $18,565 $57,763
2013 $3,840 $76,782 $18,002 $58,780
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12289165

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 01-25-34-400-005