NOT LISTED FOR SALE

226 Elgin Ave Forest Park, IL 60130

Estimated Value: $282,000 - $369,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,200 Sq Ft
$268/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 23, 2020

Last sale price $252,000 $210 Per Sq Ft

Est. 28% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,161/month

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Fenced Yard
  • Patio
  • Wood Flooring
  • Galley Kitchen
  • Storage

About This Home

As of November 2020

A commuter's dream!! Red brick townhouse with backyard and parking spaces, just a few blocks from Green line El and Metra to go downtown Chicago! Spacious master bedroom with walk-in closet. A second bedroom/office and also a bathroom steps away! All new kitchen with plenty of storage, new granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and tiny mudroom area. Large living room, smaller dining room. All hardwood floors newly refinished. Every surface upgraded and painted. Bonus finished room in the basement for a TV room, play area or office. Laundry room with appliances, storage closets. Heating and central A/C. Backyard has a deck, tiny patio and slab for your grill. Even a mini garden area. All of this within walking distance of downtown Forest Park and Oak Park-restaurants, bars, coffee spots and libraries. A must see!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Robert Picciariello

Prello Realty License #471006989 Listed on: 10/12/2020

Last Buyer's Agent

Joanne Matuszewski

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475188136

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,612

Year Built | Renovated

  • 1945 | 2020

Lot Details

  • East or West Exposure
  • Fenced Yard

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slab Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Storage
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Galley Kitchen
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Exterior Basement Entry

Parking

  • Parking Available
  • Off Alley Parking
  • Parking Included in Price

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Location

  • Property is near a bus stop

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Community Details

  • Pets Allowed

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,612

Year Built | Renovated

1945 | 2020

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • General Information: Commuter Bus, Commuter Train
  • Recent Rehab: Yes
  • Unit Floor Level: 1
  • Age: 71-80 Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Rehab Year: 2020
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Estimated Year Built: 1945
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
  • Type Attached: Townhouse-2 Story
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1945
  • Year Renovated: 2020

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Hardwood Floors, Laundry Hook-Up in Unit, Storage
  • Number Of Rooms: 6
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 18X12, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
  • Equipment: CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Finished, Exterior Access
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 2
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 2
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 9X9, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 12X8, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Vinyl
  • Kitchen Type: Galley
  • Additional Rooms: No additional rooms
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 18X12, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 9X12, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1200
  • Dining Room Type: Separate
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 15X12, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Vinyl

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Roof Type: Asphalt/Glass (Shingles)
  • Exterior Property Features: Deck, Patio
  • Exposure: E (East), W (West)

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 2
  • Parking: Space/s
  • Parking Details: Off Alley
  • Number Parking Spaces: 2
  • Parking On Site: Yes
  • Parking Included In Price: Yes
  • Parking Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Electricity: Circuit Breakers
  • Air Conditioner: Central Air
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Heating Fuel: Gas

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Max Pet Weight: 000
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Pet Information: Cats OK, Dogs OK

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: 91

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 2516
  • Lot Description: Fenced Yard
  • Parcel Identification Number: 15124280270000

Multi Family

  • Total Number Unitsin Building: 4
  • Number Stories: 2

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 4818

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 12, 2020
Closed on
Nov 23, 2020
Sold by
Spisiak Daniel R and Spisiak Daniel R
Bought by
Menich Timothy Daniel
Seller's Agent
Robert Picciariello
Prello Realty
Buyer's Agent
Joanne Matuszewski
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$248,000
Sold Price
$252,000
Premium/Discount to List
$4,000
1.61%
Current Estimated Value
$321,856

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$69,856
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.05%
Original Mortgage
$239,400
Outstanding Balance
$211,863
Interest Rate
2.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$109,993

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 24, 2014
Sold by
Spisiak Daniel R and Splslak Ellzabeth A
Bought by
Declaratio Spisiak Jr Daniel R and Daniel R Spisiak Jr Declaration Of Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 15, 2014
Sold by
Erickson Elizabeth and Spisiak Daniel E
Bought by
Spisiak Daniel R and Spisiak Elizabeth A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 19, 2005
Sold by
Naber Susan
Bought by
Erickson Elizabeth

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$197,600
Interest Rate
4.62%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 20, 2001
Sold by
Sloan Julianne
Bought by
Naber Susan

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$127,006
Interest Rate
6.91%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 15, 1997
Sold by
Bahr Paula S
Bought by
Sloan Julianne

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$109,500
Interest Rate
8.05%
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
Menich Timothy Daniel $252,000 Prairie Title
Declaratio Spisiak Jr Daniel R -- None Available
Spisiak Daniel R -- Cti
Erickson Elizabeth $247,000 First American Title Ins Co
Naber Susan $129,000 --
Sloan Julianne $109,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Menich Timothy Daniel $239,400
Previous Owner Erickson Elizabeth $197,600
Previous Owner Naber Susan $127,006
Previous Owner Sloan Julianne $109,500
Closed Erickson Elizabeth $24,700
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
11/23/2020 11/23/20 Sold $252,000 +1.6% $210 / Sq Ft
10/17/2020 10/17/20 Pending -- -- --
10/12/2020 10/12/20 For Sale $248,000 -- $207 / 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 $5,612 $22,000 $2,516 $19,484
2023 $4,564 $22,000 $2,516 $19,484
2022 $4,564 $16,155 $2,139 $14,016
2021 $4,366 $16,154 $2,138 $14,016
2020 $4,330 $16,154 $2,138 $14,016
2019 $4,818 $17,114 $1,949 $15,165
2018 $4,717 $17,114 $1,949 $15,165
2017 $4,634 $17,114 $1,949 $15,165
2016 $4,993 $16,429 $1,761 $14,668
2015 $4,870 $16,429 $1,761 $14,668
2014 $4,797 $16,429 $1,761 $14,668
2013 $5,193 $18,685 $1,761 $16,924
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD10902787

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 15-12-428-027-0000