NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $707,000 - $809,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,552 Sq Ft
$490/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 15, 2024

Last sale price $784,000 $505 Per Sq Ft

Est. 3% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,801/month

9 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Willard Elementary School Rated A-
  • Property is near park
  • 5-minute walk to Bent Park

About This Home

As of November 2024

Step into this beautifully gut-renovated 1914 stucco cottage, a gem that blends historic charm with modern amenities. This unique home features 2 bedrooms and 2 full baths, showcasing custom millwork, 9ft ceilings on the main level, and stunning white oak hardwood floors throughout. The heart of this home is the gourmet kitchen, equipped with custom cabinetry, a handcrafted white oak hood, floating shelves, and Spanish tiles. Mitered quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances, including a panel-covered Bosch dishwasher, provide both style and functionality. First floor primary bedroom was meticulously transformed into a spacious great room with soaring 16-foot vaulted ceilings, with the option to convert back to a third bedroom. A delightful three-seasons room adds additional living space and brings the outdoors in. The first-floor bathroom features marble tiles, a rain shower, custom vanity, and classic white shutters, exuding elegance. Upstairs, you will find two bedrooms and a full bath with a deep soaking tub. The second bedroom includes a custom Elfa closet system, perfect for organization. The basement offers laundry, ample storage space, and an additional workroom. Outside, enjoy a newer brick paver patio in the backyard, ideal for al fresco dining, surrounded by a 6-foot privacy fence. A 2.5-car garage provides extra storage. Situated in the highly sought-after Willard school district, this home is a short walk from parks and Central Street shops, with easy access to public transportation and major highways (90/94). Don't miss the opportunity to own this beauty! Seller is a licensed real estate broker.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tom Streff

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago License #475169611 Listed on: 10/17/2024

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

Last Buyer's Agent

Christina Carmody

Fulton Grace Realty License #475135645

Fulton Grace Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,118

Year Built

  • Built in 1914 | Remodeled in 2018

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 40x125
  • Fenced Yard
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot

Parking

  • 2.5 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Parking Space is Owned

Home Design

  • Tudor Architecture
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,552 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Built-In Features
  • Historic or Period Millwork
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Plantation Shutters
  • Bay Window
  • Window Screens
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Screened Porch
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Range with Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Potential Bedrooms
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Soaking Tub

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Sump Pump

Home Security

  • Storm Screens
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Shed

Location

  • Property is near park

Schools

  • Willard Elementary School
  • Haven Middle School
  • Evanston Twp High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Humidifier
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Lake Michigan Water

Community Details

  • Tennis Courts

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,118

Year Built

Built in 1914 | Remodeled in 2018

Lot Details

5,053 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 1.5 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Tudor
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 1.5 Story
  • Year Built: 1914
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: Commuter Bus,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2018
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Renovated: 2018

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood
  • Basement: Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Gas Starter
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Hardwood Floors, First Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Open Floorplan, Special Millwork, Separate Dining Room
  • LivingArea: 1552
  • Other Equipment: Humidifier, CO Detectors, Sump Pump
  • Room Type: Sun Room, Other Room
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Bathroom Amenities: Soaking Tub
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Kitchen/Dining Combo
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Window Features: Bay Window(s),Plantation Shutters,Screens
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Patio, Porch Screened, Brick Paver Patio, Storms/Screens
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Lot Features: Fenced Yard, Landscaped
  • OtherStructures: Shed(s)
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Aluminum Siding,Stucco

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.5
  • ParkingTotal: 2.5
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Park, Tennis Court(s), Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Willard Elementary School
  • High School: Evanston Twp High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Haven Middle School

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 40X125
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 2

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 10118
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 17, 2024
Closed on
Nov 13, 2024
Sold by
Streff Tom and Streff Jenna
Bought by
Scott Polakow And Lora A Polakow Living Trust
Seller's Agent
Tom Streff
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Buyer's Agent
Christina Carmody
Fulton Grace Realty
List Price
$799,900
Sold Price
$784,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,900
-1.99%
Views
91
Current Estimated Value
$760,683

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$23,317
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.24%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 5, 2017
Sold by
Swanson Donald C
Bought by
Streff Jenna and Streff Tom

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$344,350
Interest Rate
4.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 19, 2005
Sold by
Swanson Donald C and Swanson Charmayne
Bought by
Swanson Donald C and Swanson Charmayne A
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Scott Polakow And Lora A Polakow Living Trust $784,000 None Listed On Document
Scott Polakow And Lora A Polakow Living Trust $784,000 None Listed On Document
Streff Jenna $355,000 Fidelity National Title
Swanson Donald C -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Streff Jenna $344,350
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
11/15/2024 11/15/24 Sold $784,000 -2.0% $505 / Sq Ft
10/26/2024 10/26/24 Pending -- -- --
10/17/2024 10/17/24 For Sale $799,900 -- $515 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

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
2025 $10,119 $77,000 $9,828 $67,172
2024 $10,119 $45,114 $8,316 $36,798
2023 $9,685 $45,114 $8,316 $36,798
2022 $9,685 $45,114 $8,316 $36,798
2021 $8,571 $35,629 $5,544 $30,085
2020 $8,517 $35,629 $5,544 $30,085
2019 $8,350 $39,067 $5,544 $33,523
2018 $2,116 $7,724 $4,536 $3,188
2017 $9,718 $36,422 $4,536 $31,886
2016 $9,217 $36,422 $4,536 $31,886
2015 $7,740 $28,868 $3,780 $25,088
2014 $7,667 $28,868 $3,780 $25,088
2013 $7,491 $28,868 $3,780 $25,088
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12190723

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 10-11-309-004-0000

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