2288 Westminster St Unit 3 Wheaton, IL 60189
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,029
Sq Ft
9,583
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
- Walk-In Pantry
- Lincoln Elementary School Rated A
- Sun or Florida Room
- Fenced Yard
About This Home
As of June 2025Don't miss this top location within the peaceful, tree-lined streets of Briarcliff South! Top-ranked Wheaton schools. This spacious 4 bedroom 2 story has a west-facing backyard that backs up to a natural area with horses grazing! Enjoy sunsets from your choice of the large deck, the raised bed gardens, or the stunning three-season room addition, completely enclosed with 6 large glass and screen door walls. This winter, watch it snow from the cheery family room with custom travertine tile fireplace. Every room in the home has gleaming hardwood or ceramic tile floors. Beautifully done kitchen includes a center island, backsplashes, additional bar counter, and is set up with gas range/oven. Main level laundry room. Spacious bedrooms with multiple windows for ample natural light. Extra storage includes 10x10 garden shed, attic space, and additional pantry under stairs. Roof 2015, hot water heater 2018, updated bath 2019. Appliances included. One year home warranty.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Christy Alwin
Redfin Corporation License #471005185 Listed on: 10/01/2019
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,708
Year Built
- 1973
Parking
- Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Garage Is Owned
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
Interior Spaces
- Dry Bar
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Entrance Foyer
- Sun or Florida Room
- Screened Porch
- Wood Flooring
- Storm Screens
Kitchen
- Galley Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Walk-In Pantry
- Oven or Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Bathroom on Main Level
- Dual Sinks
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
Additional Features
- Deck
- Fenced Yard
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
- $5,200 Seller Concession
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 1, 2025
Closed on
May 29, 2025
Sold by
Lara German and Lara Christine Rackley
Bought by
Cianelli Katherine A and Cianelli Giancarlo F
Seller's Agent
David Vivoda
Keller Williams Premiere Properties
Buyer's Agent
Tim Schiller
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$489,000
Sold Price
$505,000
Premium/Discount to List
$16,000
3.27%
Views
87
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-18.20%
Original Mortgage
$465,000
Outstanding Balance
$464,613
Interest Rate
6.92%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$24,413
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 1, 2019
Closed on
Dec 10, 2019
Sold by
Ward Jeffrey A and Ward Lisa B
Bought by
Lara German and Lara Christine Rackley
Seller's Agent
Christy Alwin
Redfin Corporation
Buyer's Agent
Sarah Leonard
Legacy Properties, A Sarah Leonard Company, LLC
List Price
$358,000
Sold Price
$346,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$11,100
-3.1%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.11%
Original Mortgage
$340,616
Interest Rate
3.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 5, 2011
Sold by
Fink Finowicki Jaroslaw A and Fink Finowicki Izabella M
Bought by
Ward Jeffrey A and Ward Lisa B
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$276,590
Interest Rate
4.64%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 28, 1997
Sold by
Rebman Scott C and Rebman Carolyn S
Bought by
Fink Finowicki Jaroslaw A and Fink Finowicki Izabella M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$144,000
Interest Rate
7.87%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 21, 1994
Sold by
Rebman Scott C and Rebman Carolyn S
Bought by
Rebman Scott C and Rebman Carolyn S
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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 | $673,333 | Fidelity National Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $347,000 | Attorney | |
| Warranty Deed | $308,000 | Attorneys Title Guaranty Fun | |
| Warranty Deed | $180,333 | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $465,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $340,616 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $276,590 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $150,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $75,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $160,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $162,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $165,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $144,000 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | $18,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/02/2025 06/02/25 | Sold | $505,000 | +3.3% | $249 / Sq Ft |
| 05/03/2025 05/03/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/01/2025 05/01/25 | For Sale | $489,000 | +41.0% | $241 / Sq Ft |
| 12/16/2019 12/16/19 | Sold | $346,900 | -0.9% | $171 / Sq Ft |
| 11/02/2019 11/02/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/22/2019 10/22/19 | Price Changed | $349,900 | -2.3% | $172 / Sq Ft |
| 10/01/2019 10/01/19 | For Sale | $358,000 | -- | $176 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $7,708 | $122,050 | $34,030 | $88,020 |
| 2022 | $7,351 | $112,140 | $32,160 | $79,980 |
| 2021 | $7,324 | $109,480 | $31,400 | $78,080 |
| 2020 | $7,300 | $108,460 | $31,110 | $77,350 |
| 2019 | $7,130 | $105,600 | $30,290 | $75,310 |
| 2018 | $7,402 | $108,190 | $28,540 | $79,650 |
| 2017 | $7,288 | $104,200 | $27,490 | $76,710 |
| 2016 | $7,188 | $100,040 | $26,390 | $73,650 |
| 2015 | $7,128 | $95,440 | $25,180 | $70,260 |
| 2014 | $7,312 | $96,180 | $23,680 | $72,500 |
| 2013 | $7,124 | $96,470 | $23,750 | $72,720 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2025
David Vivoda
Keller Williams Premiere Properties
(630) 947-4452
9 in this area
77 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Tim Schiller
@ Properties
(630) 992-0582
23 in this area
1,012 Total Sales
-
C
Seller's Agent in 2019
Christy Alwin
Redfin Corporation
-
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Sarah Leonard
Legacy Properties, A Sarah Leonard Company, LLC
(224) 239-3966
20 in this area
2,781 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: MRD10534667
APN: 05-34-106-007
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