Seller's Agent in 2023
Lance Kirshner
Compass
(773) 578-8080
3 in this area
523 Total Sales
238 Ashland Ave River Forest, IL 60305
Estimated Value: $818,000 - $992,000
5
Beds
3
Baths
3,708
Sq Ft
$249/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Property is near park
- Recreation Room
- Wood Flooring
- Lincoln Elementary School Rated A
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Main Floor Bedroom
About This Home
As of August 2023Classic vintage character meets modern amenities in this fabulous renovated bungalow. Situated on an idyllic street, just around the corner from picturesque Keystone Park and only a few short blocks from the River Forest Metra station, this is the one you have been waiting for. Original hardwood floors run throughout the main floor. Gorgeous Mark Menna Designs kitchen outfitted with center island, Quartz countertops with waterfall edge, classic shaker soft-close cabinetry, and commercial grade stainless steel appliances including exhaust hood. Expanded second floor allows for a spacious primary suite with vaulted ceilings, skylights, beautiful exposed beams and ensuite bathroom. Three bedrooms up, plus two additional bedrooms on the main floor, currently being utilized as an office, and play-room. Recently updated basement with a large and versatile family room. Newer windows throughout all 3 levels of the home. Sizable rear yard complete with two patios and tons of room to play. Incredibly hard to find coach-house adjacent to the 2-car garage; bring your creativity to this unique space. The coach house is currently being used as both a recreation room and home office, but could be used as a fitness area, guest space, or for any other multitude of reasons, and has its own HVAC system. Fabulous home on a highly coveted block in a convenient walk-to-everything River Forest location, in the desirable Lincoln Elementary district.
Last Buyer's Agent
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475123971
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $10,032
Year Built
- Built in 1911 | Remodeled in 2000
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 44 x 178
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Off Alley Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Bungalow
- Coach House
- Asphalt Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 3,708 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Built-In Features
- Historic or Period Millwork
- Beamed Ceilings
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Decorative Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Open Floorplan
- Dining Room
- Recreation Room
- Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Storm Screens
Kitchen
- Range with Range Hood
- Microwave
- High End Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Wine Refrigerator
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Partially Carpeted
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5 Potential Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 3 Full Bathrooms
- Soaking Tub
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
- Sink Near Laundry
Schools
- Lincoln Elementary School
- Roosevelt Middle School
- Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Partial Air Conditioning Available
- Heating System Uses Steam
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Additional Features
- Stamped Concrete Patio
- Property is near park
Community Details
- Tennis Courts
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 8, 2018
Sold by
Mcdougall Tyler Alexander and Schinnour Jennifer Lindsay
Bought by
Czupek Jennifer and Franchi Patrick
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$484,000
Outstanding Balance
$413,138
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$510,485
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 1, 2017
Sold by
Mcdougall Tyler Alexander and Schinnour Jennifer Lindsay
Bought by
Mcdougall Tyler Alexander and Schinnour Jennifer Lindsay
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 29, 2015
Closed on
Aug 20, 2015
Sold by
Kraft Jeffrey F and Kraft Frances H
Bought by
Mcdougall Tyler Alexander and Schinnour Jennifer Lindsay
Seller's Agent
Tony & Kathy Iwersen
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Pamela Raia
Baird & Warner
List Price
$569,000
Sold Price
$545,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,000
-4.22%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.21%
Original Mortgage
$545,000
Interest Rate
3.38%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 15, 1993
Sold by
Murphy Patrick V
Bought by
Kraft Jeffrey F and Kraft Frances H
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$147,600
Interest Rate
6.92%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Czupek Jennifer | $605,000 | Old Republic Title | |
| Mcdougall Tyler Alexander | -- | Attorney | |
| Mcdougall Tyler Alexander | $545,000 | Prairie Title | |
| Kraft Jeffrey F | $109,333 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Czupek Jennifer | $484,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Mcdougall Tyler Alexander | $545,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Kraft Jeffrey F | $147,600 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/02/2023 08/02/23 | Sold | $860,000 | +4.2% | $232 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/22/2023 05/22/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/18/2023 05/18/23 | For Sale | $825,000 | +51.4% | $222 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/31/2015 08/31/15 | Sold | $545,000 | -0.7% | $248 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 07/22/2015 07/22/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/15/2015 07/15/15 | Price Changed | $549,000 | -3.5% | $250 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/29/2015 06/29/15 | For Sale | $569,000 | -- | $259 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,040 | $94,105 | $8,419 | $85,686 |
| 2024 | $13,040 | $50,950 | $8,419 | $42,531 |
| 2023 | $10,388 | $53,000 | $8,419 | $44,581 |
| 2022 | $10,388 | $35,590 | $7,245 | $28,345 |
| 2021 | $10,032 | $35,588 | $7,244 | $28,344 |
| 2020 | $9,871 | $35,588 | $7,244 | $28,344 |
| 2019 | $12,192 | $39,275 | $6,657 | $32,618 |
| 2018 | $10,533 | $39,275 | $6,657 | $32,618 |
| 2017 | $10,513 | $39,275 | $6,657 | $32,618 |
| 2016 | $8,679 | $29,475 | $5,482 | $23,993 |
| 2015 | $8,486 | $29,475 | $5,482 | $23,993 |
| 2014 | $7,789 | $29,475 | $5,482 | $23,993 |
| 2013 | $9,460 | $36,156 | $5,482 | $30,674 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Lance Kirshner
-
Jennifer Lapins
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Jennifer Lapins
@ Properties
(773) 770-7005
1 in this area
85 Total Sales
-
Tony & Kathy Iwersen
Seller's Agent in 2015
Tony & Kathy Iwersen
@ Properties
(708) 772-8041
14 in this area
42 Total Sales
-
Kathy Iwersen
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2015
Kathy Iwersen
@ Properties
(708) 848-0200
9 in this area
24 Total Sales
-
Pamela Raia
Buyer's Agent in 2015
Pamela Raia
Baird Warner
(312) 446-3148
90 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 11784139
APN: 15-12-309-014-0000
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