NOT LISTED FOR SALE

204 E Columbia Ave Elmhurst, IL 60126

Estimated Value: $1,049,000 - $1,156,000

5 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,288 Sq Ft
$333/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 31, 2022

Last sale price $869,900 $265 Per Sq Ft

Est. 26% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,298/month

Highlights

  • Second Kitchen
  • Home Theater
  • Recreation Room
  • Field Elementary School Rated A
  • Property is near a park
  • Vaulted Ceiling

About This Home

As of May 2022

This impressive, custom-built home is on the market for the first time. With a convenient Elmhurst location only minutes from O'Hare, train, and the highway, this single-family home is perfectly designed for everyday living, remote work and entertaining. Amazing architectural appeal before you even walk in the door with the brick front and side-load garage. Once inside, the main level boasts hardwood flooring and soaring ceilings. A formal dining room with cove ceiling and study/den on either side of the foyer, which then leads to a spacious, sunlit family room. The family room has a wet bar and gorgeous fireplace and is open to the impressive kitchen with butler's pantry, built-in storage, small appliance nook and granite breakfast bar. The bright and cheerful breakfast nook is the perfect place to enjoy your meals. Upstairs are FIVE bedrooms! The spacious primary bedroom has vaulted ceilings, walk-in closet, standard closet and a luxurious spa bathroom with large whirlpool tub, double vanity, walk-in shower and linen closet. Four other bedrooms are bright and airy. The second floor hallway bathroom has double sinks, quartz composite counters, vaulted ceiling and skylight. Second floor laundry too! Head down to the AMAZING finished basement with 8 1/2' ceilings. Huge media area with built-in floor-to-ceiling wooden storage cabinets and surround-sound speakers. A studio kitchen includes granite counters, snack bar, and premium appliances. Lower level bedroom, full bathroom, office and large recreation area with curated reading or wine nook with built-in shelves. A floor-to-ceiling sliding wall reveals a workout or craft space. Tons of storage throughout the basement. Attached two-car garage with pull-down stairs to reach attic storage. The serene fenced backyard is the perfect oasis this summer with a custom-built paver patio, mature trees, flower and vegetable gardens and a native rain garden. New windows (2018) and smart thermostats throughout the home! AC replaced in 2019, sump pump replaced in 2021. Quick walk to award winning Field Elementary School and downtown Elmhurst shops and restaurants. Welcome Home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Wendy Szostak

Redfin Corporation License #475168737 Listed on: 04/27/2022

Redfin Corporation

Last Buyer's Agent

Anne Kearns Sheahan

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475127724

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $14,463

Year Built

  • Built in 2000

Lot Details

  • 9,069 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced Yard
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot

Parking

  • 2.5 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Interior Spaces

  • 3,288 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Built-In Features
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Includes Fireplace Accessories
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Theater
  • Home Office
  • Recreation Room
  • Bonus Room

Kitchen

  • Second Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Double Oven
  • Cooktop with Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 6 Potential Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Dual Sinks
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Sink Near Laundry

Finished Basement

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

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Intercom
  • Storm Screens
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Outdoor Features

  • Shed
  • Brick Porch or Patio

Schools

  • Field Elementary School
  • Sandburg Middle School
  • York Community High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Humidifier
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Irrigation System Uses Rainwater From Ponds
  • Property is near a park

Community Details

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Pool

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$14,463

Year Built

Built in 2000

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 2000
  • Age: 21-25 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Cooktop, Range Hood
  • Basement: Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Gas Starter, Includes Accessories
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Skylight(s), Bar-Wet, Hardwood Floors, Second Floor Laundry, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • LivingArea: 3288
  • Other Equipment: Humidifier, TV-Cable, Security System, Intercom, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Backup Sump Pump;
  • Room Type: Office, Bedroom 5, Media Room, Recreation Room, Kitchen, Eating Area, Den, Bedroom 6, Bonus Room
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Bathroom Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower,Double Sink,Soaking Tub
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 1
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Attic: Pull Down Stair,Unfinished

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Porch, Brick Paver Patio, Storms/Screens
  • List Price: 869900
  • Lot Features: Fenced Yard
  • OtherStructures: Shed(s)
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding,Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.5
  • Number of Cars: 2.5
  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air, Zoned
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned
  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Sink
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Park, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Field Elementary School
  • High School: York Community High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Sandburg Middle School
  • Middle/Junior School District: 205

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2082
  • Lot Dimensions: 9148
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Green Features

  • GreenEnergyEfficient: Rainwater collection system

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 8
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 14463.34
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 27, 2022
Closed on
May 19, 2022
Sold by
Mcdonough John D and Mcdonough Jill A
Bought by
Bucarich Joint Revocable Trust
Seller's Agent
Wendy Szostak
Redfin Corporation
Buyer's Agent
Anne Kearns Sheahan
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$869,900
Sold Price
$869,900
Current Estimated Value
$1,095,150

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$225,250
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.69%
Original Mortgage
$695,920
Outstanding Balance
$662,082
Interest Rate
4.38%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$378,549

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 28, 2000
Sold by
Doherty John J and Doherty Denise S
Bought by
Mcdonough John D and Mcdonough Jill A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$548,950
Interest Rate
7.62%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 13, 2000
Sold by
Starzyk Laura E
Bought by
Doherty John J and Doherty Denise S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$106,400
Interest Rate
7.89%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Bucarich Joint Revocable Trust $870,000 Old Republic Title
Mcdonough John D $467,000 First American Title Ins
Doherty John J $133,000 Chicago Title Insurance Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Bucarich Joint Revocable Trust $695,920
Previous Owner Mcdonough John D $500,000
Previous Owner Mcdonough John D $335,000
Previous Owner Mcdonough John D $341,158
Previous Owner Mcdonough John D $225,000
Previous Owner Mcdonough John D $242,400
Previous Owner Mcdonough John D $250,000
Previous Owner Mcdonough John D $548,950
Previous Owner Doherty John J $106,400
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/31/2022 05/31/22 Sold $869,900 0.0% $265 / Sq Ft
04/28/2022 04/28/22 Pending -- -- --
04/27/2022 04/27/22 For Sale $869,900 -- $265 / 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 $15,969 $268,763 $70,816 $197,947
2023 $14,755 $247,070 $65,100 $181,970
2022 $16,030 $267,690 $62,300 $205,390
2021 $15,358 $256,400 $59,670 $196,730
2020 $14,463 $245,590 $57,150 $188,440
2019 $14,328 $236,140 $54,950 $181,190
2018 $13,586 $222,920 $52,340 $170,580
2017 $13,335 $213,050 $50,020 $163,030
2016 $12,799 $196,700 $46,180 $150,520
2015 $12,575 $181,710 $42,660 $139,050
2014 $12,042 $160,670 $35,200 $125,470
2013 $11,873 $163,950 $35,920 $128,030
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11386751

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 03-36-315-013