$550,000
SOLD MAY 20, 2016

247 N Illinois St Elmhurst, IL 60126

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,406 Sq Ft
7,405 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$229 Per Sq Ft

4% Below List Price

23 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Loft
  • Field Elementary School Rated A
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Home Office

About This Home

As of July 2019

Location, location, location! Walk 2-4 blocks to town/train from this charming bungalow with 2nd story addition in 2000. Easy access to expressways, I-290, I-88 and I-294. Much larger than it looks with over 2400 sq. ft. Hardwood floors throughout first floor and under carpet in living room and 1st floor bedroom. Zoned heating and a/c. Kitchen updated in 2001. 3 large upstairs bedrooms including master suite with large walk-in closet. 2.5 car garage with 6ft. patio extension w/ overhang, new in 2007. Abundant, beautiful perennial gardens throughout yard.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Melinda Josephs

L.W. Reedy Real Estate License #475121826 Listed on: 03/18/2016

L.W. Reedy Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Susan Baltaragis

Coldwell Banker Realty License #475122456

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $14,118

Year Built

  • 1928

Lot Details

  • East or West Exposure
  • Fenced Yard

Parking

  • Detached Garage
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Off Alley Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price
  • Garage Is Owned

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Concrete Siding
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Home Office
  • Loft
  • Wood Flooring
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Storm Screens

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Porch

Utilities

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

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$14,118

Year Built

1928

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • General Information: School Bus Service, Commuter Train, Interstate Access
  • Age: 81-90 Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 3
  • Style Of House: Bungalow
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Estimated Year Built: 1928
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1928

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Hardwood Floors, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
  • Number Of Rooms: 9
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 11X21, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: Curtains/Drapes
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
  • Attic: Pull Down Stair
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Partially Finished
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 4
  • Primary Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 4
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 11X14, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Curtains/Drapes
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 11X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Blinds
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Breakfast Bar
  • Additional Rooms: Loft, Office
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 16X14, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: Shades
  • Additional Room 1 Name: Loft, Dimensions: 10X19, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: None
  • Additional Room 2 Name: Office, Dimensions: 11X12, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: Shades
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 10X14, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: Shades
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 10X12, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: Shades
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 10X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: Curtains/Drapes
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 2406
  • Dining Room Type: Separate

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Block
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding, Frame, Concrete
  • Roof Type: Asphalt/Glass (Shingles)
  • Exterior Property Features: Deck, Patio, Porch, Storms/Screens
  • Exposure: W (West)
  • Acreage: 0.1729

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s), Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 2.5
  • Driveway: Asphalt, Off Alley
  • Parking Included In Price: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Electricity: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Air Conditioner: Central Air, Zoned
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Heating Fuel: Gas, Forced Air

Schools

  • School District: 205
  • Elementary School: FIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
  • Middle School: SANDBURG MIDDLE SCHOOL
  • High School: YORK COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL
  • Junior High Dist: 205

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 50X165
  • Lot Description: Fenced Yard
  • Parcel Identification Number: 0601102013

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 10126

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 7, 2019
Closed on
Jul 26, 2019
Sold by
Kreiter Paul D and Kreiter Melissa A
Bought by
Schuetzenhofer Benjamin J and Harris Arielle L
Seller's Agent
Taylor Bruno
Rocket Homes Real Estate IL LLC
Buyer's Agent
Linda Quinn
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
List Price
$615,000
Sold Price
$535,250
Premium/Discount to List
-$79,750
-12.97%
Current Estimated Value
$846,908

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$311,658
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.91%
Original Mortgage
$481,725
Interest Rate
4.12%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 18, 2016
Closed on
May 18, 2016
Sold by
Ratliff Christopher A and Ratliff Elaine C
Bought by
Kreiter Paul D and Kreiter Melissa A
Seller's Agent
Melinda Josephs
L.W. Reedy Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Susan Baltaragis
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$574,900
Sold Price
$550,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,900
-4.33%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.85%
Original Mortgage
$440,000
Interest Rate
3.58%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $535,500 Old Republic Title
Warranty Deed $550,000 Attorneys Title Guaranty Fun
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $472,000 New Conventional
Closed $481,725 New Conventional
Previous Owner $440,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $231,000 Commercial
Previous Owner $245,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $139,800 New Conventional
Previous Owner $190,500 Unknown
Previous Owner $20,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $200,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/26/2019 07/26/19 Sold $535,250 -1.8% $222 / Sq Ft
07/02/2019 07/02/19 Pending -- -- --
06/15/2019 06/15/19 Price Changed $545,000 -2.7% $227 / Sq Ft
05/24/2019 05/24/19 Price Changed $560,000 -0.9% $233 / Sq Ft
04/22/2019 04/22/19 Price Changed $565,000 -2.6% $235 / Sq Ft
03/18/2019 03/18/19 Price Changed $580,000 -3.3% $241 / Sq Ft
03/09/2019 03/09/19 Price Changed $600,000 -2.4% $249 / Sq Ft
02/07/2019 02/07/19 For Sale $615,000 +11.8% $256 / Sq Ft
05/20/2016 05/20/16 Sold $550,000 -4.3% $229 / Sq Ft
04/10/2016 04/10/16 Pending -- -- --
03/18/2016 03/18/16 For Sale $574,900 -- $239 / 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
2023 $14,118 $240,550 $89,730 $150,820
2022 $10,980 $187,070 $86,260 $100,810
2021 $10,708 $182,410 $84,110 $98,300
2020 $10,295 $178,420 $82,270 $96,150
2019 $12,050 $201,630 $78,220 $123,410
2018 $12,136 $201,900 $74,060 $127,840
2017 $11,876 $192,390 $70,570 $121,820
2016 $11,633 $181,240 $66,480 $114,760
2015 $11,525 $168,840 $61,930 $106,910
2014 $10,126 $137,400 $49,140 $88,260
2013 $10,015 $139,330 $49,830 $89,500
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD09169165

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 06-01-102-013