Lisa Grimes
Engel & Voelkers Chicago
(708) 340-6771
53 Total Sales
8 in River Forest
$176K - $2.1M Price Range
25 Park Ave River Forest, IL 60305
River Forest AreaEstimated Value: $832,688
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,858
Sq Ft
$291/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
- Heated Enclosed Porch
- Lincoln Elementary School Rated A
- Bonus Room
- Home Office
About This Home
As of April 2022Enjoy the River Forest life on a super quiet, tight-knit, fun-loving block within steps of great restaurants, shops and easy city access! This original Sears Home is deceivingly large with a 2-story addition and a total of 4 bedrooms, with 3 on the 2nd floor. The 1st floor features a sunny enclosed porch, with gas fireplace, large living room, an updated kitchen, open to dining room and a bright office/den, perfect for working from home! The bedroom on the 1st floor with full bath is perfect for guests! The 2nd floor will surprise you with a huge family room and office space, along with a tandem room. Basement is partially finished with a bonus room, laundry and TONS of storage. The huge back yard has a large deck with gazebo, fire pit and 2-car garage. This home has a total of over 2,800 sq. ft. above grade, zoned AC, newer windows and is also situated on a large 45 x 165 lot with an extra deep parkway creating a huge street setback. Walk to parks, schools, Metra and CTA Blue Line trains as well as the shops and restaurants of Downtown Forest Park. Long list of improvements and fun neighborhood info sheet available.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Laura Maychruk Real Estate License #471021717 Listed on: 03/24/2022
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $18,142
Year Built
- Built in 1912 | Remodeled in 2000
Lot Details
- 7,427 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 45 x 165
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 2,858 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Family Room
- Sitting Room
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Bonus Room
- Heated Enclosed Porch
- Storage Room
- Wood Flooring
- Partially Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Deck
Schools
- Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
Utilities
- Zoned Heating and Cooling
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 200+ Amp Service
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 24, 2022
Closed on
Apr 27, 2022
Sold by
Thorpe Mark and Thorpe Sandra
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Laura Maychruk
Laura Maychruk Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
John Weideman
Piche Partners
List Price
$625,000
Sold Price
$615,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-1.6%
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
$217,688
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.10%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 12, 2001
Sold by
Schiffer Stefan and Schiffer Susanne
Bought by
Thorpe Mark and Thorpe Sandra
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$275,000
Interest Rate
7.22%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 3, 1997
Sold by
Arias Belisario and Arias Noris
Bought by
Schiffer Stefan and Schiffer Susanne
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 6, 1996
Sold by
Arias Noris
Bought by
Arias Belisario and Arias Noris
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in River Forest, IL
-
Lisa Grimes
-
Tom Campone
Tom Campone
Keller Williams ONEChicago
(725) 228-7482
192 Total Sales
1 in River Forest
$589,500 Price
-
Earle Atwater
Earle Atwater
Southport Realty Group, LLC
(708) 726-9755
12 Total Sales
1 in River Forest
$870,000 Price
-
Larissa Brodsky
Larissa Brodsky
Compass
(877) 750-2096
75 Total Sales
1 in River Forest
$1,365,000 Price
-
Steve Nasralla
Steve Nasralla
Compass
(708) 905-4974
201 Total Sales
4 in River Forest
$385K - $650K Price Range
-
Ruben Camacho
Ruben Camacho
Kale Realty
(844) 770-1569
113 Total Sales
1 in River Forest
$1,000,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $615,000 | Stewart Title Company | ||
| Thorpe Mark | $369,000 | -- | |
| Schiffer Stefan | $120,000 | -- | |
| Arias Belisario | -- | 1St American Title |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $275,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/29/2022 04/29/22 | Sold | $615,000 | -1.6% | $215 / Sq Ft |
| 03/30/2022 03/30/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/24/2022 03/24/22 | For Sale | $625,000 | -- | $219 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History
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| 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 | $17,794 | $65,000 | $7,982 | $57,018 |
| 2024 | $17,794 | $65,000 | $7,982 | $57,018 |
| 2023 | $19,177 | $65,000 | $7,982 | $57,018 |
| 2022 | $19,177 | $62,807 | $6,868 | $55,939 |
| 2021 | $18,497 | $62,807 | $6,868 | $55,939 |
| 2020 | $18,142 | $62,807 | $6,868 | $55,939 |
| 2019 | $16,965 | $58,079 | $6,311 | $51,768 |
| 2018 | $16,059 | $58,079 | $6,311 | $51,768 |
| 2017 | $16,019 | $58,079 | $6,311 | $51,768 |
| 2016 | $14,869 | $48,717 | $5,197 | $43,520 |
| 2015 | $14,567 | $48,717 | $5,197 | $43,520 |
| 2014 | $13,359 | $48,717 | $5,197 | $43,520 |
| 2013 | $15,870 | $60,419 | $5,197 | $55,222 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Laura Maychruk
Seller's Agent in 2022
Laura Maychruk
Laura Maychruk Real Estate
(708) 205-7044
190 Total Sales
-
David Gullo
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2022
David Gullo
Gullo & Associates
(708) 567-1375
78 Total Sales
-
John Weideman
Buyer's Agent in 2022
John Weideman
Piche Partners
(312) 885-0321
58 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 11352509
APN: 15-12-320-007-0000
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