$527,500
SOLD JUN 18, 2025
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,584 Sq Ft
1987 Built

Recently Sold

$204 Per Sq Ft

9% Above List Price

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • Deck
  • Recreation Room
  • Oswego High School Rated A-
  • Property is near a park
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of June 2025

WOW!! Backyard oasis meets modern updates in this stunning 4-bedroom, 2.1-bath dream home packed with upgrades inside and out! Enjoy your private retreat with a serene IN-GROUND POOL, amazing SUNROOM, freshly stained deck, whimsical paver patio, and lush, mature perennial gardens and landscaping- all fully fenced for privacy! Whether you're entertaining or unwinding, this backyard was built to impress. Step inside to find rich hardwood flooring throughout most of the main level, a dedicated home office, and a warm, inviting family room with a wood-burning/gas start fireplace, floor-to-ceiling bay window, and custom-built-in bookcases. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and plenty of space to gather. Enjoy a timeless layout with a freshly painted formal dining room and a spacious living room filled with natural light. The first floor laundry room includes washer, dryer and utility sink. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite features a tray ceiling, large walk-in closet, and a fully remodeled spa-inspired ensuite with a soaking tub, dual sinks, and a stunning tiled glass-enclosed shower. Three additional generously sized bedrooms share a beautifully renovated hall bathroom. New carpet throughout the upper level adds to the fresh, modern feel. And the basement? Fully finished with brand new carpet, a full bar, pool table, arcade, and a dedicated workout room-plus built-in GoldenEar ceiling speakers and pre-wired for Dolby Atmos home theater! **Major improvements in the last 5 years include:** * New roof, siding, and gutters * Tankless water heater * Full-house air purifier * Attic insulation for energy efficiency * Updated bathrooms upstairs * New carpet upstairs & basement (2023) * New pool liner, sand filter, and winter cover (2024) * All of this walking distance to the SD308 junior high school. Enjoy walking trails, the nearby Fox River bike path, and the close proximity to the vibrant downtown Oswego. This one checks every box! Don't miss it!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Carolyn Alzueta

Charles Rutenberg Realty of IL License #475160514 Listed on: 05/22/2025

Charles Rutenberg Realty of IL

Co-Listed By

Hillary Lafferty

Charles Rutenberg Realty of IL License #475163996

Last Buyer's Agent

Laurie Despot

Lake Holiday Homes, Inc License #475180715

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1987

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 82 x 140 x 88 x 140
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 2,584 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Bookcases
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Window Screens
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Breakfast Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Recreation Room
  • Workshop
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Storage Room
  • Utility Room with Study Area
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Granite Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Potential Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Dual Sinks
  • Soaking Tub
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Sink Near Laundry

Outdoor Features

  • In Ground Pool
  • Deck

Location

  • Property is near a park

Schools

  • Old Post Elementary School
  • Thompson Junior High School
  • Oswego High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Community Details

  • New Windcrest Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Other Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1987

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
  • Subdivision Name: New Windcrest
  • Year Built: 1987
  • Age: 31-40 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Basement: Partially Finished, Crawl Space, Rec/Family Area, Storage Space, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 795
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Gas Starter
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Dry Bar, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room
  • LivingArea: 2584
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room, Office, Workshop, Recreation Room, Sun Room, Storage
  • Window Features: Screens
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 3379
  • Assessed Sq Ft: 2584
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink,Soaking Tub
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 2584
  • Basement Sq Ft: 795
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 3379
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 2584
  • Flooring: Carpet

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Brick
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • List Price: 485000
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Pool Features: In Ground
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Asphalt, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Laundry Features: Main Level, Sink
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Park, Sidewalks, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Old Post Elementary School
  • High School: Oswego High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Thompson Junior High School
  • Middle/Junior School District: 308

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 82 X 140 X 88 X 140
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 10
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Exemptions: Disabled Vet

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 22, 2025
Closed on
Jun 12, 2025
Sold by
Gregory E Houk Declaration Of Trust and Houk Brian G
Bought by
Knight Christopher T and Knight Melanie L
Seller's Agent
Carolyn Alzueta
Charles Rutenberg Realty of IL
Buyer's Agent
Laurie Despot
Lake Holiday Homes, Inc
List Price
$485,000
Sold Price
$527,500
Premium/Discount to List
$42,500
8.76%
Views
290
Current Estimated Value
$522,974

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$4,526
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.83%
Original Mortgage
$501,125
Interest Rate
7.13%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 18, 2013
Sold by
Houk Gregory E
Bought by
Houk Gregory E

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 1, 1987
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $527,500 Chicago Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Deed $179,700 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $501,125 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/18/2025 06/18/25 Sold $527,500 +8.8% $204 / Sq Ft
05/26/2025 05/26/25 Pending -- -- --
05/22/2025 05/22/25 For Sale $485,000 -- $188 / 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 -- $138,171 $29,804 $108,367
2023 $0 $122,275 $26,375 $95,900
2022 $5,760 $112,179 $24,197 $87,982
2021 $8,780 $104,840 $22,614 $82,226
2020 $8,606 $97,074 $20,939 $76,135
2019 $8,336 $97,844 $20,939 $76,905
2018 $8,145 $93,274 $19,961 $73,313
2017 $8,066 $89,686 $19,193 $70,493
2016 $7,913 $87,074 $18,634 $68,440
2015 $8,112 $85,367 $18,269 $67,098
2014 -- $82,083 $17,566 $64,517
2013 -- $82,912 $17,743 $65,169
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12370433

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 03-08-476-027