NOT LISTED FOR SALE

215 Walter Ct Elgin, IL 60123

Estimated Value: $269,000 - $292,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,208 Sq Ft
$228/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 21, 2018

Last sale price $185,000 $153 Per Sq Ft

Est. 49% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,995/month

9 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Ranch Style House
  • Fenced Yard
  • Recreation Room
  • Screened Porch
  • Cul-De-Sac

About This Home

As of September 2018

WELL CARED FOR SO MANY YEARS THIS RANCH HOME IS IN A SECLUDED PRIVATE CUL DE SAC IN DESIRABLE WEST SIDE OF ELGIN. 3 BEDROOMS WITH DINING ROOM AND SPACIOUS LIVING ROOM. FULL BASEMENT WITH HALF BATH FEATURES GIANT REC ROOM WITH BONUS ROOM, WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE, BAR, WORKROOM. HUGE FULLY FENCED YARD WITH SCREENED IN PORCH, DECK AND SHED. ATTIC IS FLOORED FOR EXTRA STORAGE. THIS ONE WILL NOT LAST!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Heather Farrell

Associates Realty License #475110453 Listed on: 07/15/2018

Last Buyer's Agent

Monica Vargas

GREAT HOMES REAL ESTATE, INC. License #471003354

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,404

Year Built

  • 1959

Lot Details

  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Fenced Yard

Parking

  • Attached Garage
  • Garage Is Owned

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slab Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Workroom
  • Recreation Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Screened Porch

Partially Finished Basement

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

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Gas

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • Property is near a bus stop

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions
  • Senior Freeze Tax Exemptions
  • $5,000 Seller Concession

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,404

Year Built

1959

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • General Information: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus, Commuter Train
  • Age: 51-60 Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Number Interior Fireplaces: 1
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 1.1
  • Style Of House: Ranch
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Estimated Year Built: 1959
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner, Senior, Senior Freeze
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1959

Interior Features

  • Number Of Rooms: 9
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 22X13, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Equipment: Security System, Ceiling Fan
  • Fireplace Details: Wood Burning
  • Attic: Pull Down Stair
  • Fireplace Location: Basement
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Partially Finished
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 3
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 3
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 13X10, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 12X8, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Vinyl
  • Additional Rooms: Recreation Room, Bonus, Workroom, Screened Porch
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 12X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Additional Room 1 Name: Recreation Rm, Dimensions: 36X14, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Vinyl
  • Additional Room 2 Name: Bonus, Dimensions: 6X5, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Vinyl
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 11X10, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Additional Room 3 Name: Work Rm, Dimensions: 36X14, On Level: Basement
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 10X10, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Additional Room 4 Name: Screened Porch, Dimensions: 12X10, On Level: Main Level
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1208

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding, Brick
  • Roof Type: Asphalt/Glass (Shingles)
  • Exterior Property Features: Deck, Porch Screened

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 1
  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 1
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Electricity: Circuit Breakers
  • Air Conditioner: Central Air
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Heating Fuel: Gas, Electric

Schools

  • School District: 46
  • Elementary School: WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
  • Middle School: ABBOTT MIDDLE SCHOOL
  • High School: LARKIN HIGH SCHOOL
  • Junior High Dist: 46

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: COMMON
  • Lot Description: Cul-de-sac, Fenced Yard
  • Parcel Identification Number: 0623101002

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 2808.32

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 15, 2018
Closed on
Aug 10, 2018
Sold by
Shinnall Lawrence R and Shinnall Michael R
Bought by
Gonzalez Hugo
Seller's Agent
Heather Farrell
Associates Realty
Buyer's Agent
Monica Vargas
GREAT HOMES REAL ESTATE, INC.
List Price
$180,000
Sold Price
$185,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
2.78%
Total Days on Market
9
Current Estimated Value
$275,239

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$90,239
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.10%
Original Mortgage
$10,000
Outstanding Balance
$8,809
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second
Estimated Equity
$266,430

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 18, 2005
Sold by
Swainson Ethel R
Bought by
Shinnall Lawrence R and Swainson Michael R
Source: Public Records

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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
Gonzalez Hugo $185,000 Chicago Title Insurance Co
Shinnall Lawrence R -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Gonzalez Hugo $10,000
Previous Owner Gonzalez Hugo $177,833
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/21/2018 09/21/18 Sold $185,000 +2.8% $153 / Sq Ft
07/24/2018 07/24/18 Pending -- -- --
07/15/2018 07/15/18 For Sale $180,000 -- $149 / 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
2023 $5,404 $71,393 $14,615 $56,778
2022 $5,124 $65,098 $13,326 $51,772
2021 $4,895 $60,862 $12,459 $48,403
2020 $4,752 $58,102 $11,894 $46,208
2019 $4,609 $55,346 $11,330 $44,016
2018 $3,736 $48,790 $10,674 $38,116
2017 $2,808 $46,124 $10,091 $36,033
2016 $2,912 $42,791 $9,362 $33,429
2015 -- $39,222 $8,581 $30,641
2014 -- $38,738 $8,475 $30,263
2013 -- $39,760 $8,699 $31,061
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD10018687

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 06-23-101-002