Seller's Agent in 2021
Mike Lenz
RE/MAX
(630) 781-5019
1 in this area
219 Total Sales
228 Plum St Aurora, IL 60506
Near West Galena NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $301,000 - $339,000
5
Beds
2
Baths
2,204
Sq Ft
$145/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Detached Garage
About This Home
As of December 2021Beautiful home close to downtown Aurora with loads of character and charm but the convenience of major items done for you! Home has been updated but maintains the historic features that so many buyers love. Exterior has been freshly painted in todays colors and a new front door was added giving the home excellent curb appeal! Upon entry, note the large front porch with plenty of space for a porch swing! The original door leading into the home offers the first glimpse into all of the character this beauty has to offer! All of the original millwork and trim have been lovingly maintained and the original oak hardwood floors run the entire length of this expansive home. The living room is large and offers plenty of space to host plenty of family gatherings and boasts a wood burning fireplace! The original pocket doors leads into the dining room which features built-in cabinets and plenty of windows to allow lots of natural light! The formal dining room leads into the UPDATED kitchen! The kitchen features updated gray cabinets, updated flooring, newer appliances and of course built-ins which offer plenty of storage space. Directly off of the kitchen there is a sliding glass door which leads to an enclosed front porch! First floor also offers a large bedroom with a wood burning fireplace! Follow the beautiful original staircase up to the second floor where you will find four HUGE bedrooms. Each one offering newly drywalled ceilings, expansive closets and tons of windows so the rooms are nice and bright! Third floor will lead to unfinished attic space just waiting for your buyers ideas to complete and add even more square footage to this already spacious home. Home also features a detached garage, with a large fenced in backyard! Complete tear off roof put on in 2019! Plumbing updated to copper pipes! Located perfectly in the heart of Aurora! Walking distance to downtown, restaurants, casino!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
RE/MAX of Naperville License #475133465 Listed on: 10/22/2021
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,409
Year Built
- 1912
Lot Details
- 7,841
Parking
- Detached Garage
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 3-Story Property
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Unfinished Basement
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 22, 2021
Closed on
Dec 13, 2021
Sold by
Delacerda Anthony and Delacerda Amanda
Bought by
Garcia Walter V and Garcia Claudia A
Seller's Agent
Mike Lenz
RE/MAX of Naperville
Buyer's Agent
Gesenia Cobb
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$264,900
Sold Price
$240,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,900
-9.4%
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
$80,469
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.93%
Original Mortgage
$228,000
Outstanding Balance
$210,447
Interest Rate
3.38%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$110,022
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 2, 2016
Closed on
Aug 16, 2016
Sold by
Roupas Geoffrey T
Bought by
Cerda Anthony De La and Cerda Amanda De La
Seller's Agent
Jeffrey Houtkooper
ExpertRE Inc
Buyer's Agent
Lauren Calero
RE/MAX of Naperville
List Price
$200,000
Sold Price
$177,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$22,500
-11.25%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.82%
Original Mortgage
$168,625
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 6, 2003
Sold by
Sowell Michelle L
Bought by
Roupas Geoffrey T
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 12, 1997
Sold by
Demetralis Ron E and Demetralis Barbara L
Bought by
Sheridan Ii John P Jack and Sowell Michelle L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$111,925
Interest Rate
7.36%
Mortgage Type
FHA
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garcia Walter V | $240,000 | Carrington Title Partners | |
| Cerda Anthony De La | $177,500 | Carrington Title Partners Ll | |
| Roupas Geoffrey T | $175,000 | First American Title | |
| Sheridan Michelle L | -- | First American Title | |
| Sheridan Ii John P Jack | $130,000 | Law Title Insurance Co Inc |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Garcia Walter V | $228,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Cerda Anthony De La | $168,625 | |
| Previous Owner | Sheridan Ii John P Jack | $111,925 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/15/2021 12/15/21 | Sold | $240,000 | -9.4% | $109 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/22/2021 10/22/21 | For Sale | $264,900 | +49.2% | $120 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/16/2016 08/16/16 | Sold | $177,500 | 0.0% | $81 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 07/16/2016 07/16/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/09/2016 07/09/16 | Off Market | $177,500 | -- | -- | |
| 03/24/2016 03/24/16 | Price Changed | $184,900 | -7.6% | $84 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/02/2016 03/02/16 | For Sale | $200,000 | -- | $91 / Sq Ft |
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 | $7,409 | $93,575 | $6,935 | $86,640 |
| 2023 | $7,161 | $83,608 | $6,196 | $77,412 |
| 2022 | $6,753 | $76,284 | $5,653 | $70,631 |
| 2021 | $5,941 | $71,021 | $5,263 | $65,758 |
| 2020 | $5,614 | $65,968 | $4,889 | $61,079 |
| 2019 | $5,390 | $61,121 | $4,530 | $56,591 |
| 2018 | $5,239 | $58,476 | $4,190 | $54,286 |
| 2017 | $4,808 | $52,715 | $3,861 | $48,854 |
| 2016 | $5,167 | $48,636 | $3,310 | $45,326 |
| 2015 | -- | $44,046 | $2,846 | $41,200 |
| 2014 | -- | $41,075 | $2,616 | $38,459 |
| 2013 | -- | $41,743 | $2,682 | $39,061 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Mike Lenz
-
Lauren Calero
L
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021
Lauren Calero
RE/MAX
(630) 420-1220
1 in this area
95 Total Sales
-
Gesenia Cobb
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Gesenia Cobb
Coldwell Banker Realty
(630) 745-8228
2 in this area
234 Total Sales
-
Jeffrey Houtkooper
Seller's Agent in 2016
Jeffrey Houtkooper
ExpertRE Inc
(630) 803-0826
20 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 11252854
APN: 15-22-126-006
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