2231 N Janssen Ave Chicago, IL 60614
West DePaul Neighborhood
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
1,993
Sq Ft
2,962
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
- Mayer Elementary School Rated A-
- Recreation Room
- 2-minute walk to Clover Park
About This Home
As of March 2025**Experience the best of Lincoln Park living** in this thoughtfully designed and newly renovated 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath single-family home, perfectly situated on a classic, tree-lined street. The desirable open floor plan showcases a professional-grade Wolf/Sub-Zero kitchen that flows seamlessly into a spacious living and dining area. Features include elegant coffered ceilings, oak flooring with herringbone inserts, contemporary millwork, and striking panoramic bay windows. Perfect for entertaining, the home also boasts a generous family room adjacent to the kitchen, with easy access to multiple outdoor spaces. The finished lower level offers rare walk-out access to a paver patio and floor-to-ceiling windows. This versatile space includes a recreation room with a quartz wet bar and beverage fridge, a massive fourth bedroom that doubles as an office or gym, a full marble bathroom, and a second laundry area. The dramatic primary suite features soaring 11'+ ceilings, custom millwork, a private balcony, organized walk-in closets, and a wood-burning fireplace with a gas starter. The luxurious stone bath includes a double vanity, a spa-like shower, and an additional laundry area. The second level is bathed in natural light from multiple skylights and includes two additional bedrooms, stunning oak flooring, and a plush secondary bathroom with marble finishes. Outdoor living abounds with two fenced-in yards and a true two-car garage featuring a massive loft space for additional storage. Ideally located, this home is within walking distance to neighborhood shops including Webster and Armitage areas, restaurants, parks (with Clover Park conveniently across the alley), and schools, including Oscar Mayer and St. Josaphat.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $23,953
Year Renovated
- 2025
Lot Details
- Fenced Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Asphalt Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 3-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- Skylights
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Fireplace With Gas Starter
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Recreation Room
Kitchen
- Range with Range Hood
- Microwave
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Porcelain Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Dual Sinks
- Soaking Tub
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry in multiple locations
- Dryer
- Washer
Finished Basement
- Exterior Basement Entry
- Recreation or Family Area in Basement
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Deck
- Patio
- Terrace
Schools
- Oscar Mayer Elementary School
- Lincoln Park High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Zoned Cooling and Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 16, 2025
Closed on
Mar 7, 2025
Sold by
Michael Wax Properties Llc-Janssen Divis
Bought by
Roush Walter and Roush Abigail
Seller's Agent
Mario Greco
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Kate Waddell
Compass
List Price
$1,599,000
Sold Price
$1,599,000
Views
4
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
-$27,564
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.45%
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Outstanding Balance
$399,669
Interest Rate
6.95%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,167,652
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 23, 2024
Sold by
Hakeem Rashida
Bought by
Michael Wax Properties Llc
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 6, 2005
Sold by
Sobolak Janet C
Bought by
Hakeem Rashida
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 25, 1994
Sold by
Longtin Roger Leland and Longtin Kathleen Mary
Bought by
Sobolak Janet C
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$365,000
Interest Rate
8.25%
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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 | $1,599,000 | Fidelity National Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $610,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $860,000 | Rtc | |
| Warranty Deed | $462,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $400,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $338,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $338,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $365,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/07/2025 03/07/25 | Sold | $1,599,000 | 0.0% | $802 / Sq Ft |
| 01/20/2025 01/20/25 | For Sale | $1,599,000 | -- | $802 / Sq Ft |
| 01/19/2025 01/19/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
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 | $22,154 | $81,371 | $45,741 | $35,630 |
| 2023 | $21,596 | $105,001 | $36,888 | $68,113 |
| 2022 | $21,596 | $105,001 | $36,888 | $68,113 |
| 2021 | $21,114 | $104,999 | $36,887 | $68,112 |
| 2020 | $22,315 | $100,171 | $32,461 | $67,710 |
| 2019 | $21,876 | $108,882 | $32,461 | $76,421 |
| 2018 | $21,508 | $108,882 | $32,461 | $76,421 |
| 2017 | $24,493 | $113,780 | $26,559 | $87,221 |
| 2016 | $22,789 | $113,780 | $26,559 | $87,221 |
| 2015 | $20,850 | $113,780 | $26,559 | $87,221 |
| 2014 | $17,845 | $96,178 | $20,657 | $75,521 |
| 2013 | $17,492 | $96,178 | $20,657 | $75,521 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2025
Mario Greco
Compass
(773) 255-6562
25 in this area
1,094 Total Sales
-
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
John Haakon Knutson
Compass
(773) 330-9749
7 in this area
61 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Kate Waddell
Compass
(773) 517-2666
28 in this area
535 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12271863
APN: 14-32-109-014-0000
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