Seller's Agent in 2025
Tim Schiller
@ Properties
(630) 992-0582
498 in this area
983 Total Sales
198 S Hawthorne Ave Elmhurst, IL 60126
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,659
Sq Ft
1938
Built
Highlights
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Landscaped Professionally
- Property is near a park
- Hawthorne Elementary School Rated A
- Deck
- Recreation Room
About This Home
As of June 2025Welcome to this picture-perfect home in one of Elmhurst's most desirable "walk to" locations - College View. Get ready to fall for this sweet 4-bedroom, 2.1 bath, beauty that has been redone to perfection! 2600 sq ft + basement. Inside, the remodeled open floor plan offers an easy flow, with tons of natural light and rich hardwoods (white oak engineered, wide plank & sand able). Arch doorways add to the old world charm. The oversized living/great room has lots of windows & a wood burning fireplace (new marble surround). The dining room is right off the kitchen with two walls of windows & space for the large holiday crowd. The all new white well-thought out kitchen has quartz countertops, backsplash, top stainless appliances, an island, pantry closet, island seating & table space - all open to the family room that overlooks the yard. Updated 1st floor bath. Private office or 4th bedroom on the 1st floor as well. The 2nd floor also has the same hardwood floors, 2 large bedrooms & walk-in closets, a full bathroom with 2 sinks & a hard to find primary suite with 2 walk-in closets (one is cedar). & a new private bath. The all basement has a rec space, laundry room (new washer & dryer), office, bedroom or playroom/craft room & a 2nd rec/exercise space ready to finish to your own needs. So much storage in the home. So Many more "news": carpet on the stairs, custom shades (FR & DR) new roof (2022), new CAC (2017 & 2025), new FA (2022 & 2013), freshly painted walls & doors, all windows have been replaced, new front door. chimney tuck pointing (2020), Overhead sewers (2010), sump (2020), insulation (2019) & HWH (2023). Enjoy the amazing yard with an oversized deck, professional landscape, sprinkler system, gas line for the grill & 2+ car garage with addition - 7 foot garage door & attic storage. And to complete this package this stellar location is close to schools, town, train, library & more.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475127707 Listed on: 05/01/2025
Last Buyer's Agent
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475127707 Listed on: 05/01/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $11,517
Year Built
- Built in 1938
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 54x130
- Landscaped Professionally
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Driveway
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Asphalt Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2,659 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Built-In Features
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Recreation Room
- Play Room
- Wood Flooring
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Schools
- Hawthorne Elementary School
- Sandburg Middle School
- York Community High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Two Heating Systems
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Additional Features
- Deck
- Property is near a park
Community Details
- College View Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 1, 2025
Closed on
Jun 6, 2025
Sold by
Johnson Mark and Johnson Marjorie
Bought by
John Gemkow And Cortnie Gemkow Living Trust and Gemkow
Seller's Agent
Tim Schiller
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Tim Schiller
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$995,000
Sold Price
$1,055,500
Premium/Discount to List
$60,500
6.08%
Views
38
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$23,877
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-7.12%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 9, 2004
Sold by
Killian Steven T and Killian Lydia M
Bought by
Johnson Mark and Johnson Marjorie
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$333,700
Interest Rate
6.35%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 21, 1999
Sold by
Phillips John N
Bought by
Killian Steven T and Killian Lydia M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$286,450
Interest Rate
7.12%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 4, 1998
Sold by
Phillips John N and Phillips Marcia A
Bought by
Phillips John N and Phillips Marcia A
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $1,055,500 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $590,000 | Chicago Title Insurance Comp | |
| Warranty Deed | $337,000 | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $333,700 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $286,450 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | $197,300 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/06/2025 06/06/25 | Sold | $1,055,500 | +6.1% | $397 / Sq Ft |
| 05/05/2025 05/05/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/01/2025 05/01/25 | For Sale | $995,000 | -- | $374 / 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 | $12,403 | $213,803 | $82,435 | $131,368 |
| 2023 | $11,517 | $197,710 | $76,230 | $121,480 |
| 2022 | $11,161 | $190,060 | $73,280 | $116,780 |
| 2021 | $10,886 | $185,340 | $71,460 | $113,880 |
| 2020 | $10,465 | $181,270 | $69,890 | $111,380 |
| 2019 | $10,246 | $172,340 | $66,450 | $105,890 |
| 2018 | $10,633 | $177,640 | $62,900 | $114,740 |
| 2017 | $10,403 | $169,280 | $59,940 | $109,340 |
| 2016 | $10,188 | $159,470 | $56,470 | $103,000 |
| 2015 | $10,091 | $148,570 | $52,610 | $95,960 |
| 2014 | $10,517 | $142,470 | $41,760 | $100,710 |
| 2013 | $10,402 | $144,480 | $42,350 | $102,130 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Tim Schiller
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12349626
APN: 06-02-312-014
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