Seller's Agent in 2025
Carrie Ottum
Weichert REALTORS Signature Professionals
(815) 739-1275
4 in this area
89 Total Sales
189 E Lark Ave Cortland, IL 60112
5
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,866
Sq Ft
2004
Built
Highlights
- Recreation Room
- 3 Car Attached Garage
- Walk-In Closet
- Home Office
- Tandem Parking
- Breakfast Bar
About This Home
As of November 2025Welcome to this immaculately maintained, one-owner home with a well thought, bright and airy floor plan with large rooms and space throughout. With over 3,000 square feet of finished living space, this move-in ready property boasts 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and a partially finished basement with living space and areas left for an abundance of storage. Enter into the large living room with dining area and the private office/den to the left with and built ins in the hallway for shoes, coats and more. Upon entering the kitchen you will find a fully equipped kitchen with 42" cabinetry, an island and pantry with freezer. The kitchen opens seamlessly into a spacious family room and doors to the Day Lilly lined fenced in back yard with patio, 6 raised garden beds and extensive landscaping throughout. Upstairs, enjoy the space you have in each bedroom with plenty of closet space, a loft and laundry room. Primary with a double sink, walk in closet and soaker tub. The loft would make a perfect library, playroom, or media space. Conveniently located upstairs, you have a laundry room with shelving. The partially finished basement offers an additional bedroom with a walk in closet and wood ceiling, recreation room with wood ceiling, and an area roughed in for a full bathroom. The 3-car tandem garage includes built in shelving and a loft for additional storage. Updates: Roof 2020, HVAC 2021, hot water heater 2015 and kitchen sink, refrigerator 2025. Whether you are relaxing on the front porch, grilling out back or entertaining indoors, this home truly has it all and is a great family home.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Weichert REALTORS Signature Professionals License #471001655 Listed on: 09/09/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $9,229
Year Built
- Built in 2004
HOA Fees
- $21 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 3 Car Attached Garage
- Parking Available
- Tandem Parking
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2,866 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Family Room
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Home Office
- Recreation Room
- Loft
- Storage Room
- Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Range
- Microwave
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Carpet
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5 Potential Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on upper level
- Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Humidifier
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Water Softener is Owned
Additional Features
- Patio
- Lot Dimensions are 58x125
Community Details
- Association fees include insurance
- Manager Association, Phone Number (815) 751-6451
- Property managed by Signature Professionals Property Management
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 9, 2025
Closed on
Nov 7, 2025
Sold by
David F Oliver F and David Reema D
Bought by
Murray Craig and Murray Terrie
Seller's Agent
Carrie Ottum
Weichert REALTORS Signature Professionals
Buyer's Agent
Darlene Mireles
Illinois Real Estate Partners Inc
List Price
$345,000
Sold Price
$360,000
Premium/Discount to List
$15,000
4.35%
Views
8
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-8.13%
Original Mortgage
$342,000
Outstanding Balance
$342,000
Interest Rate
6.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$11,644
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 17, 2021
Sold by
Oliver David F and Oliver Reema
Bought by
Oliver David F and Oliver Reema D
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $360,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Attorney |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $342,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/07/2025 11/07/25 | Sold | $360,000 | +4.3% | $126 / Sq Ft |
| 09/15/2025 09/15/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/09/2025 09/09/25 | For Sale | $345,000 | -- | $120 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $9,047 | $96,917 | $13,326 | $83,591 |
| 2023 | $9,047 | $83,241 | $12,467 | $70,774 |
| 2022 | $8,811 | $75,385 | $11,898 | $63,487 |
| 2021 | $8,648 | $70,211 | $11,328 | $58,883 |
| 2020 | $8,549 | $67,760 | $10,975 | $56,785 |
| 2019 | $9,623 | $77,097 | $10,514 | $66,583 |
| 2018 | $7,659 | $72,912 | $9,943 | $62,969 |
| 2017 | $9,265 | $69,414 | $9,466 | $59,948 |
| 2016 | $8,227 | $58,977 | $8,897 | $50,080 |
| 2015 | -- | $55,383 | $8,355 | $47,028 |
| 2014 | -- | $47,211 | $8,041 | $39,170 |
| 2013 | -- | $45,856 | $8,333 | $37,523 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Carrie Ottum
-
Darlene Mireles
D
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Darlene Mireles
Illinois Real Estate Partners Inc
(630) 560-1001
1 in this area
10 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12467546
APN: 09-20-277-023
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