NOT LISTED FOR SALE

221 S Catherine Ave La Grange, IL 60525

Estimated Value: $829,823 - $963,000

3 Beds
3 Baths
2,056 Sq Ft
$429/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 18, 2020

Last sale price $579,900 $282 Per Sq Ft

Est. 52% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,926/month

10 Days on Market

Highlights

  • The property is located in a historic district
  • Mature Trees
  • Wood Flooring
  • Cossitt Avenue Elementary School Rated A
  • Deck
  • Farmhouse Style Home

About This Home

As of September 2020

Fantastic 3 bedroom, 3 bath Historic District farmhouse in amazing walk to everything location! Relaxing covered front porch perfect for summer evenings. Gracious foyer entry with open staircase to second floor and double French door entry to the primary living space. Living room with wood-burning fireplace and picture window with leaded glass transom above overlooking the beautiful tree lined street. Formal dining room with built-in breakfront with leaded & stained glass doors. Gorgeous renovated eat-in kitchen with wonderful views of the backyard. Timeless white Craftsman style cabinets, quartz counter-tops, large center island breakfast bar, beverage station, stainless steel apron front sink and stainless steel appliance package. Hardwood floors, generous moldings, natural woodwork and 9 foot first floor ceilings. Three spacious second floor bedrooms including master bedroom suite with double vanity and walk-in shower. Finished basement family room, office and craft room, utility room and great storage. Fully fenced yard ideal for entertaining, tiered deck, concrete patio and 2 1/2 car detached garage. Move-in and enjoy this wonderful La Grange home in a convenient walk to train, award winning Lyons Township High School and vibrant downtown La Grange!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Cathy Bier

Coldwell Banker Realty License #475136538 Listed on: 07/15/2020

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Susan Hoerster

L.W. Reedy Real Estate License #475128127

L.W. Reedy Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $15,132

Year Built

  • 1884

Lot Details

  • Southern Exposure
  • East or West Exposure
  • Fenced Yard
  • Mature Trees

Parking

  • Detached Garage
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price
  • Garage Is Owned

Home Design

  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • Stone Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Built-In Features
  • Dry Bar
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Home Office
  • Lower Floor Utility Room
  • Storage Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Storm Screens

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Walk-In Closet
  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Dual Sinks
  • Soaking Tub

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Eco-Friendly Details

  • North or South Exposure

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near a bus stop
  • The property is located in a historic district

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions
  • $3,500 Seller Concession

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$15,132

Year Built

1884

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • General Information: Commuter Bus, Commuter Train, Interstate Access, Historical District
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Number Interior Fireplaces: 1
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 3
  • Style Of House: Farmhouse
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Estimated Year Built: 1884
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1884

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Skylight(s), Bar-Dry, Hardwood Floors, 1st Floor Laundry, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Number Of Rooms: 8
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 15X13, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Curtains/Drapes
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances
  • Equipment: Humidifier, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan, Radon Mitigation System(s)
  • Fireplace Details: Wood Burning
  • Attic: Pull Down Stair
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Partially Finished
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 3
  • Primary Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Bathroom Amenities: Double Sink, Soaking Tub
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 3
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 12X8, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Curtains/Drapes
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 15X13, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Curtains/Drapes
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 17X16, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Windows: Blinds
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Island
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Walk In Closet, Office, Utility Room-Lower Level, Storage
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 17X12, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: Curtains/Drapes
  • Additional Room 1 Name: Foyer, Dimensions: 11X5, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Additional Room 2 Name: Walk in Closet, Dimensions: 6X6, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 12X10, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Curtains/Drapes
  • Additional Room 3 Name: Office, Dimensions: 12X8, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Carpet
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 14X12, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Curtains/Drapes
  • Additional Room 4 Name: Utility Room-Lower Level, Dimensions: 14X11, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Other
  • Additional Room 5 Name: Storage, Dimensions: 17X12, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Other
  • Additional Room 6 Name: Other, Dimensions: 6X5, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Other
  • Dining Room Type: Separate
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 23X9, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Carpet

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Stone
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Roof Type: Asphalt/Glass (Shingles)
  • Exterior Property Features: Deck, Patio, Porch, Storms/Screens
  • Exposure: N (North), S (South), E (East), W (West)

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s), Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 2.5
  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Parking Included In Price: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Electricity: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Air Conditioner: Central Air
  • Water: Lake Michigan, Public
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Heating Fuel: Gas, Forced Air

Schools

  • School District: 204
  • Elementary School: Cossitt Avenue Elementary School
  • Middle School: Park Junior High School
  • High School: Lyons Twp High School
  • Junior High Dist: 102

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 50 X 124
  • Lot Description: Fenced Yard, Mature Trees
  • Parcel Identification Number: 18043120070000
  • Zero Lot Line: No

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 14841.57

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 15, 2020
Closed on
Sep 12, 2020
Sold by
Maloney Thomas Michael and Thomas Michael Maloney Trust
Bought by
Pieper Kathryn and Pieper Jon
Seller's Agent
Cathy Bier
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Susan Hoerster
L.W. Reedy Real Estate
List Price
$589,900
Sold Price
$579,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-1.7%
Current Estimated Value
$882,456

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$302,556
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.60%
Original Mortgage
$463,920
Interest Rate
2.62%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 15, 2016
Sold by
Maloney Thomas M
Bought by
Maloney Thomas Michael and The Thomas Michael Maloney Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 29, 2012
Sold by
Maloney Thomas M and Maloney Nancy A
Bought by
Maloney Thomas M and Maloney Nancy A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 19, 2009
Sold by
Shannon Peter M and Shannon S
Bought by
Maloney Thomas M and Maloney Nancy A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$320,000
Interest Rate
5.11%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 3, 1997
Sold by
Norton Kevin M and Norton Tami D
Bought by
Shannon Peter M and Shannon S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$273,150
Interest Rate
7.63%
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
Pieper Kathryn $580,000 Attorney
Maloney Thomas Michael -- Attorney
Maloney Thomas M -- Chicago Title Insurance Comp
Maloney Thomas M $500,000 First American Title
Shannon Peter M $202,333 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Pieper Kathryn $463,920
Previous Owner Maloney Thomas M $320,000
Previous Owner Shannon Peter M $273,150
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
09/18/2020 09/18/20 Sold $579,900 -1.7% $282 / Sq Ft
07/25/2020 07/25/20 Pending -- -- --
07/15/2020 07/15/20 For Sale $589,900 -- $287 / 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 $15,132 $61,000 $7,440 $53,560
2023 $14,765 $61,000 $7,440 $53,560
2022 $14,765 $50,284 $5,580 $44,704
2021 $14,182 $50,284 $5,580 $44,704
2020 $13,025 $50,284 $5,580 $44,704
2019 $14,842 $57,226 $5,115 $52,111
2018 $14,557 $57,226 $5,115 $52,111
2017 $14,188 $57,226 $5,115 $52,111
2016 $14,355 $51,558 $4,495 $47,063
2015 $13,385 $51,558 $4,495 $47,063
2014 $13,188 $51,558 $4,495 $47,063
2013 $12,693 $50,677 $4,495 $46,182
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD10777946

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 18-04-312-007-0000