NOT LISTED FOR SALE

227 Elgin Ave Unit 5C Forest Park, IL 60130

Estimated Value: $257,596 - $302,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
-- Sq Ft
$291/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold May 15, 2015

Last sale price $179,500

Est. 55% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,016/month

36 Days on Market

Highlights

  • End Unit
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Balcony
  • Entrance Foyer

About This Home

As of May 2015

Delightful condo! 5th floor corner unit gets tons of natural light with eastern & southern exposures. The spacious floorplan includes an eat-in kitchen with white cabs & stainless appliances and an east-facing living room with built-in shelving & private balcony. The master suite is huge! Both baths have been upgraded. Central air! Tons of closets. Parking included. Super low tax & HOA fees! Walk 2 trains & downtown!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Laurie Christofano

RE/MAX In The Village License #475137664 Listed on: 03/08/2015

RE/MAX In The Village

Co-Listed By

Kyra Pych

RE/MAX In The Village License #475130931

Last Buyer's Agent

Ann Bill

Coldwell Banker Realty

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,277

Year Built

  • 1974

Lot Details

  • End Unit
  • Southern Exposure
  • East or West Exposure

HOA Fees

  • $291 per month

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Storage

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

Home Security

Parking

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Lake Michigan Water

Additional Features

  • Balcony
  • Property is near a bus stop

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Community Details

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Security

  • Storm Screens

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,277

Year Built

1974

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$291 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • General Information: Commuter Bus, Commuter Train, Interstate Access
  • Recent Rehab: Yes
  • Disability Access: Yes
  • Disability Access Details: No Interior Steps
  • Unit Floor Level: 5
  • Age: 41-50 Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Ownership: Condo
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Estimated Year Built: 1974
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
  • Type Attached: Condo, Mid Rise (4-6 Stories)
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 6
  • Year Built: 1974

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Elevator, Storage
  • Number Of Rooms: 5
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 15X20, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances
  • Equipment: TV-Cable, Intercom, CO Detectors
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 2
  • Primary Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 2
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: COMBO, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 10X13, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Ceramic Tile
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Table Space, Pantry-Closet
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 11X22, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Wood Laminate
  • Additional Room 1 Name: Foyer, Dimensions: 4X12, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Ceramic Tile
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 10X13, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Wood Laminate
  • Dining Room Type: Combined w/ LivRm

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Exterior Property Features: Balcony, Storms/Screens, End Unit
  • Exposure: S (South), E (East)

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 1
  • Parking: Space/s
  • Parking Details: Assigned Spaces, Off Alley
  • Number Parking Spaces: 1
  • 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: Electric, Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Management: Manager Off-site
  • Pet Information: Cats OK
  • Common Area Amenities: Coin Laundry, Elevator, Storage, Security Door Locks
  • Assessment Includes: Water, Parking, Common Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal
  • Assessment Association Fees: 291
  • Management Contact Name: Mary Swindal
  • Management Phone: 708-488-0757

Fee Information

  • Management Company: Monroe Mgmt Co

Schools

  • School District: 209
  • Elementary School: GRANT-WHITE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
  • Middle School: FOREST PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL
  • High School: PROVISO EAST HIGH SCHOOL
  • Junior High Dist: 91
  • High School #2: PROVISO MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: COMMON
  • Parcel Identification Number: 15124270271021

Multi Family

  • Total Number Unitsin Building: 30
  • Number Stories: 6

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 3632

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 8, 2015
Closed on
May 15, 2015
Sold by
Plain Brian R and Salzmann Michelle M
Bought by
Taylor Clifford
Seller's Agent
Laurie Christofano
RE/MAX In The Village
Buyer's Agent
Ann Bill
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$181,800
Sold Price
$179,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,300
-1.27%
Current Estimated Value
$277,899

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$98,399
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.11%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 11, 2008
Sold by
Atkinson Carole A and Rullo Elaine
Bought by
Plain Brian R and Salzmann Michelle M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$174,400
Interest Rate
6.17%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 13, 1998
Sold by
Ciszek Helen
Bought by
Ciszek Helen and Helen Ciszek Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 2, 1996
Sold by
Floodstrand Carole R and Floodstrand Michael J
Bought by
Ciszek Helen

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$80,000
Interest Rate
8.5%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Taylor Clifford $179,500 First American Title
Plain Brian R $218,000 Prairie Title
Ciszek Helen -- --
Ciszek Helen $100,000 Attorneys Natl Title Network
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Plain Brian R $175,000
Previous Owner Plain Brian R $174,400
Previous Owner Plain Brian $43,600
Previous Owner Ciszek Helen $80,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/15/2015 05/15/15 Sold $179,500 +0.3% --
04/13/2015 04/13/15 Pending -- -- --
04/02/2015 04/02/15 Price Changed $179,000 -1.5% --
03/08/2015 03/08/15 For Sale $181,800 -- --
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 $2,277 $22,201 $461 $21,740
2023 $2,558 $22,201 $461 $21,740
2022 $2,558 $13,980 $519 $13,461
2021 $2,452 $13,979 $519 $13,460
2020 $2,226 $13,979 $519 $13,460
2019 $2,612 $15,925 $472 $15,453
2018 $2,563 $15,925 $472 $15,453
2017 $2,462 $15,925 $472 $15,453
2016 $2,235 $14,851 $426 $14,425
2015 $4,313 $14,851 $426 $14,425
2014 $4,251 $14,851 $426 $14,425
2013 -- $13,859 $426 $13,433
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Laurie Christofano

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Laurie Christofano

    RE/MAX

    (630) 248-1976

    11 in this area

    111 Total Sales

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  • Kyra Pych

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2015

    Kyra Pych

    RE/MAX

    (708) 648-0451

    14 in this area

    124 Total Sales

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    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Ann Bill

    Coldwell Banker Realty

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD08855701

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 15-12-427-027-1021

Illinois Cook County Forest Park 60130

227 Elgin Ave Unit 5C, Forest Park, IL

This home is located at 227 Elgin Ave Unit 5C, Forest Park, IL 60130 since 08 March 2015 and is currently estimated at $277,899. This property was built in 1974. 227 Elgin Ave Unit 5C is a home located in Cook County with nearby schools including Garfield Elementary School, Field Stevenson Elementary School, and Forest Park Middle School.

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