NOT LISTED FOR SALE

237 Forest Ave Itasca, IL 60143

South Itasca Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $422,000 - $501,000

2 Beds
1.5 Baths
2,048 Sq Ft
$223/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 25, 2022

Last sale price $370,000 $181 Per Sq Ft

Est. 24% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,061/month

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Mature Trees
  • Deck
  • Elmer H Franzen Intermediate School Rated A
  • Community Lake
  • 4-minute walk to Springbrook Nature Center

About This Home

As of August 2022

LOCATION at its best! This home brings charming to a new level! From the minute you pull into the long driveway you will see the beautiful features that this home will offer the new buyer. Living Room has custom Fireplace Mantle. Both Bathrooms have been completely remodeled 2022 in addition to bringing the Laundry upstairs to the main floor. Furnace 2013, Water Heater 2015, A/C (in Sun Room) 2014, and whole house Generator 2013. Walking distance to the Itasca Nature Center, Downtown Itasca, Itasca Train Station, and Area Amenities. The Backyard Deck has plenty of room for Table Space and Grill to fulfill your entertaining needs. Top Rated School District #10. Make your Showing Appointment now!!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Gina Bogus

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices American Heritage License #475134522 Listed on: 07/08/2022

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices American Heritage

Last Buyer's Agent

Holly Connors

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475141644

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,692

Year Built

  • Built in 1925

Lot Details

  • 0.26 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 75x151
  • Property is adjacent to nature preserve
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Mature Trees

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 2,048 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Storm Screens

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Range
  • Microwave

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Partially Carpeted

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Potential Bedrooms
  • No Tub in Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Exterior Basement Entry

Accessible Home Design

  • Handicap Shower
  • Grab Bar In Bathroom
  • Accessible Washer and Dryer
  • Accessibility Features
  • Stair Lift

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Shed

Location

  • Property is near park

Schools

  • Raymond Benson Primary Elementary School
  • F E Peacock Middle School
  • Lake Park High School

Utilities

  • Two Cooling Systems Mounted To A Wall/Window
  • Radiator
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Community Details

Overview

  • Community Lake

Recreation

  • Community Pool

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,692

Year Built

Built in 1925

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 1.5 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Cape Cod
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 1.5 Story
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Age: 91-100 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: Yes
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Interstate Access
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Walkout
  • Accessibility Features: Bath Grab Bars, Accessible Washer/Dryer, Stair Lift
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Hardwood Floors, First Floor Laundry, Some Carpeting
  • LivingArea: 2048
  • Room Type: Eating Area, Office, Sun Room
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 2048
  • Basement Description: Unfinished,Exterior Access
  • Bathroom Amenities: Handicap Shower,No Tub
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 2887
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Deck, Storms/Screens
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Lot Features: Nature Preserve Adjacent, Mature Trees
  • OtherStructures: Shed(s)
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Wood Siding

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Number of Cars: 1
  • Driveway: Concrete
  • 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: Window/Wall Units - 2, Other
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Baseboard, Radiator(s)
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Closet
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Park, Pool, Lake, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Raymond Benson Primary School
  • High School: Lake Park High School
  • Middle/Junior School: F E Peacock Middle School

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.26
  • Lot Dimensions: 75X151
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 10
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 6692.5
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 8, 2022
Closed on
Aug 25, 2022
Sold by
Shirley J Plattenberger Revocable Trust
Bought by
Drazba Michael and Drazba Kathleen
Seller's Agent
Gina Bogus
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices American Heritage
Buyer's Agent
Holly Connors
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$360,000
Sold Price
$370,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,000
2.78%
Views
10
Current Estimated Value
$457,408

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$87,408
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.52%
Original Mortgage
$259,000
Outstanding Balance
$248,008
Interest Rate
5.54%
Mortgage Type
Balloon
Estimated Equity
$209,400

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 17, 2021
Sold by
Plattenberger Shirley J and Revocable Trust Of William F P
Bought by
Plattenberger Shirley J and Shirley J Plattenberger Revocable Tr

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 5, 2000
Sold by
Plattenberger William F and Plattenberger Shirley J
Bought by
Plattenberger William F and Plattenberger Shirley J
Source: Public Records

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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
Drazba Michael $370,000 --
Plattenberger Shirley J -- Attorney
Plattenberger William F -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Drazba Michael $259,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/25/2022 08/25/22 Sold $370,000 +2.8% $181 / Sq Ft
07/11/2022 07/11/22 Pending -- -- --
07/08/2022 07/08/22 For Sale $360,000 -- $176 / 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 $7,975 $123,912 $60,667 $63,245
2023 $7,635 $113,910 $55,770 $58,140
2022 $7,057 $109,860 $53,350 $56,510
2021 $6,693 $105,230 $51,100 $54,130
2020 $6,421 $100,800 $48,950 $51,850
2019 $6,255 $96,930 $47,070 $49,860
2018 $6,446 $96,930 $47,070 $49,860
2017 $6,042 $92,640 $44,990 $47,650
2016 $5,808 $85,530 $41,540 $43,990
2015 $5,594 $79,010 $38,370 $40,640
2014 $5,592 $75,700 $37,250 $38,450
2013 $5,474 $77,240 $38,010 $39,230
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Gina Bogus

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices American Heritage

    (630) 327-5048

    4 in this area

    59 Total Sales

    Gina Bogus
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  • Holly Connors

    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Holly Connors

    @ Properties

    (773) 383-2490

    4 in this area

    797 Total Sales

    Holly Connors
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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11457884

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 03-08-305-007

Illinois DuPage County Itasca 60143 South Itasca

237 Forest Ave, Itasca, IL

Not Listed for Sale

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