NOT LISTED FOR SALE

242 Elgin Ave Forest Park, IL 60130

Estimated Value: $300,000 - $359,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,123 Sq Ft
$291/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 07, 2024

Last sale price $331,650 $295 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,163/month

1 Day on Market

About This Home

As of June 2024

Charming 2 bed two-level townhome in desirable Forest Park! This all-brick home features hardwood floors, fresh neutral paint, and natural light throughout. Gut rehab completed in 2018. Work included all new electrical, plumbing, the kitchen, the bathroom, lighting throughout, refinishing of hardwood floors, and epoxy finish in basement. The main level features a spacious living room, separate dining room, and updated kitchen. The kitchen has custom white cabinets, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and an exit to the backyard. The second level features a massive primary suite with a walk-in closet, the second bedroom, and full bathroom. The lower level features the washer/dryer, ample storage, and has an exit to the backyard. The side to the west can be used as a family room, workout area, or you can easily add a 3rd bedroom - it's an open canvas ready for your ideas! Step outside to your private, fenced in backyard - an ideal space for barbecues and morning coffee. 2 exterior parking spaces included. No association means no monthly HOAs! Enjoy living within blocks of both downtown Forest Park and Oak Park! Jewel, Trader Joe's, Whole Foods, and Target are all nearby. The new Aldi is also coming soon directly behind the townhome! Ideal location for commuters with close proximity to the Metra, green & blue lines, and I-290!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lauren Mitrick Wood

Compass License #475141655 Listed on: 05/11/2024

Compass

Co-Listed By

Sarah Elpayaa

Compass License #475179057

Last Buyer's Agent

Anna Gillian Cramer

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago License #475172711

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,631

Year Built

  • Built in 1945

Lot Details

  • 2,526

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,123 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Potential Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Open Parking Spaces
  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • Parking Included in Price

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Community Details

Overview

  • 8 Units

Pet Policy

  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,631

Year Built

Built in 1945

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Type Attached: Townhouse-2 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: Townhouse-2 Story
  • Year Built: 1945
  • Age: 71-80 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Unit Floor Level: 1
  • New Construction Y/N: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
  • Basement: Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • LivingArea: 1123
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Stories Total: 2
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: Partially Finished
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick

Garage/Parking

  • OpenParkingSpaces: 2
  • ParkingTotal: 2
  • Parking: Space/s
  • Parking On-Site: Yes
  • Parking Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 2516
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 8
  • Pets Allowed (Y/N): Yes
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes
  • Max Pet Weight: 999

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4630.96
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 8

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 11, 2024
Closed on
Jun 7, 2024
Sold by
Yahraus Anthony and Yahraus Erin L
Bought by
Cummings Christopher N and Lewis Emily G
Seller's Agent
Lauren Mitrick Wood
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Anna Gillian Cramer
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
List Price
$315,000
Sold Price
$331,650
Premium/Discount to List
$16,650
5.29%
Current Estimated Value
$327,026

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$4,624
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.01%
Original Mortgage
$248,738
Outstanding Balance
$245,521
Interest Rate
6.95%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$81,505

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 13, 2005
Sold by
Stutz Jason L and Stutz Luminita
Bought by
Yahraus Anthony

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
5.25%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 14, 2001
Sold by
Inocentes Alan Robert A
Bought by
Stutz Jason L and Lazar Lumintta

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$139,500
Interest Rate
7.11%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 17, 1998
Sold by
Inocentes Alan Robert A and Aquino Maria Rizali C
Bought by
Inocentes Alan Robert A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$103,500
Interest Rate
6.76%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 31, 1998
Sold by
Graf Denise Deans and Graf Richard Lance
Bought by
Inocentes Alan Robert A and Aquino Maria Rizali C

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$100,800
Interest Rate
7.04%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 8, 1997
Sold by
Deans Denise and Deans Graf Denise
Bought by
Graf Richard Lance and Deans Graf Denise
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Cummings Christopher N $332,000 Chicago Title
Yahraus Anthony $250,000 Prairie Title
Stutz Jason L $145,500 --
Inocentes Alan Robert A -- --
Inocentes Alan Robert A $112,000 Chicago Title Insurance Co
Graf Richard Lance -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Cummings Christopher N $248,738
Previous Owner Yahraus Anthony $200,000
Previous Owner Stutz Jason L $139,500
Previous Owner Inocentes Alan Robert A $103,500
Previous Owner Inocentes Alan Robert A $100,800
Closed Yahraus Anthony $37,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/07/2024 06/07/24 Sold $331,650 +5.3% $295 / Sq Ft
05/11/2024 05/11/24 Pending -- -- --
05/09/2024 05/09/24 For Sale $315,000 -- $280 / 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 $5,312 $21,000 $2,516 $18,484
2023 $4,631 $21,000 $2,516 $18,484
2022 $4,631 $16,342 $2,139 $14,203
2021 $4,429 $16,341 $2,138 $14,203
2020 $4,392 $16,341 $2,138 $14,203
2019 $4,550 $16,353 $1,949 $14,404
2018 $4,455 $16,353 $1,949 $14,404
2017 $4,377 $16,353 $1,949 $14,404
2016 $4,395 $14,760 $1,761 $12,999
2015 $4,281 $14,760 $1,761 $12,999
2014 $4,467 $15,477 $1,761 $13,716
2013 $4,656 $17,027 $1,761 $15,266
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12046188

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 15-12-428-036-0000