Seller's Agent in 2025
Bert Gor
HomeSmart Realty Group
(630) 615-2896
1 in this area
31 Total Sales
237 N Melrose Ave Elgin, IL 60123
Grant Park Neighborhood
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,248
Sq Ft
6,599
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Fenced Yard
- Porch
- Laundry Room
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Living Room
- Shed
About This Home
As of March 2025Nice home situated high and dry featuring 1 main floor bedroom and 2 on the 2nd floor. There is 1 full bathroom located on the main floor and a half bath on the 2nd level. The home has a nice long driveway with plenty of room for parking and a 2 car detached garage. There is also a full unfinished basement. Nice lot that is fenced. Home does require a little TLC but does have great bones. Please see last 3 photos for floorplan for each level. This home could be a fantastic investment. Home is within walking distance to Highland Elementary school. AGENTS - please read broker remarks thoroughly for limited showing times due a seller that works nights. Seller said bring all reasonable offers.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
HomeSmart Realty Group License #475143640 Listed on: 01/07/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,061
Year Built
- Built in 1940
Lot Details
- 6,599 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Parking Space is Owned
Home Design
- Frame Construction
- Asphalt Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,248 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry Room
Flooring
- Carpet
- Laminate
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
Outdoor Features
- Shed
- Porch
Schools
- Highland Elementary School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 7, 2025
Closed on
Feb 7, 2025
Sold by
Douangsithi Itthideth and Douangsithi Alfonsa
Bought by
Meza Miguel Angel Gonzal
Seller's Agent
Bert Gor
HomeSmart Realty Group
Buyer's Agent
Mayra Corona
A&O Dream Key Real Estate
List Price
$246,995
Sold Price
$243,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$3,995
-1.62%
Views
67
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
$18,457
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.58%
Original Mortgage
$194,400
Outstanding Balance
$193,254
Interest Rate
6.95%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$68,203
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 29, 2020
Sold by
Chairez Angel T
Bought by
Druangsithi Itthideth
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$179,685
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 28, 2016
Closed on
Aug 23, 2016
Sold by
Sanchez Miguel A
Bought by
Chairez Angel T
Seller's Agent
German Hernandez
Hercana Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Esther Zamudio
Zamudio Realty Group
List Price
$169,900
Sold Price
$163,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$6,900
-4.06%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.20%
Original Mortgage
$159,747
Interest Rate
3.37%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 2, 2015
Sold by
Espinosa Sugey Sanchez
Bought by
Sanchez Miguel A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$76,485
Interest Rate
4.39%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 20, 2014
Sold by
Espinosa Sugey Sanchez
Bought by
Sanchez Miguel A and Espinosa Sugey Sanchez
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 4, 2013
Closed on
Sep 16, 2013
Sold by
Glasshagel Chad M and Glasshagel Jennifer
Bought by
Sanchez Espinosa Sugey
Seller's Agent
Bob Wisdom
RE/MAX Horizon
Buyer's Agent
German Hernandez
Hercana Real Estate
List Price
$139,900
Sold Price
$115,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,900
-17.8%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.92%
Original Mortgage
$50,000
Interest Rate
4.62%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 15, 2004
Sold by
Thuer Robert R and Otte Cheryl
Bought by
Glasshagel Chad M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$133,200
Interest Rate
5.78%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 21, 2003
Sold by
Doherty Michael C and Doherty Linda D
Bought by
Thuer Robert R and Otte Cheryl
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 31, 1996
Sold by
Harrell Pamela E and Callahan Pamela E
Bought by
Doherty Michael C and Doherty Linda D
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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 | $243,000 | Fidelity National Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $183,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $163,000 | Fidelity National Title | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | Attorney | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $115,000 | First American Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $166,500 | Chicago Title Insurance Comp | |
| Warranty Deed | $115,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $100,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $194,400 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $179,685 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $159,747 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $76,485 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $50,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $133,200 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Closed | $33,300 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/05/2025 03/05/25 | Sold | $243,000 | -1.6% | $195 / Sq Ft | |
| 01/11/2025 01/11/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 01/07/2025 01/07/25 | For Sale | $246,995 | +35.0% | $198 / Sq Ft | |
| 01/25/2021 01/25/21 | Sold | $183,000 | -6.2% | $147 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 11/12/2020 11/12/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/21/2020 10/21/20 | Price Changed | $195,000 | -2.5% | $156 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/28/2020 09/28/20 | For Sale | $200,000 | +22.7% | $160 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/29/2016 08/29/16 | Sold | $163,000 | -4.1% | $131 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 07/02/2016 07/02/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/28/2016 06/28/16 | For Sale | $169,900 | +47.7% | $136 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/16/2013 09/16/13 | Sold | $115,000 | +0.1% | $92 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 06/13/2013 06/13/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/03/2013 06/03/13 | Price Changed | $114,900 | -10.9% | $92 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/06/2013 05/06/13 | Price Changed | $128,900 | -7.9% | $103 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/04/2013 04/04/13 | For Sale | $139,900 | -- | $112 / 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 | $5,327 | $74,566 | $16,204 | $58,362 |
| 2023 | $5,061 | $67,365 | $14,639 | $52,726 |
| 2022 | $4,806 | $61,425 | $13,348 | $48,077 |
| 2021 | $4,588 | $57,428 | $12,479 | $44,949 |
| 2020 | $4,453 | $54,824 | $11,913 | $42,911 |
| 2019 | $4,317 | $52,223 | $11,348 | $40,875 |
| 2018 | $4,271 | $49,198 | $10,691 | $38,507 |
| 2017 | $4,167 | $46,510 | $10,107 | $36,403 |
| 2016 | $3,962 | $43,149 | $9,377 | $33,772 |
| 2015 | -- | $39,550 | $8,595 | $30,955 |
| 2014 | -- | $39,062 | $8,489 | $30,573 |
| 2013 | -- | $40,092 | $8,713 | $31,379 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Bert Gor
-
Mayra Corona
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Mayra Corona
A&O Dream Key Real Estate
(847) 754-8285
2 in this area
27 Total Sales
-
Zach Bellizzi
Seller's Agent in 2021
Zach Bellizzi
Compass
(224) 600-0030
1 in this area
47 Total Sales
-
Gregory Dybas
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021
Gregory Dybas
Real Broker, LLC
(630) 880-4007
1 in this area
64 Total Sales
-
Raul Camacho
R
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Raul Camacho
Rayma Realty Inc.
1 in this area
65 Total Sales
-
German Hernandez
G
Seller's Agent in 2016
German Hernandez
Hercana Real Estate
(847) 912-3461
24 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12266519
APN: 06-15-254-003
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