Seller's Agent in 2021
Mona Hellinga
@ Properties
(847) 814-1855
53 in this area
97 Total Sales
251 Park Ave Lake Forest, IL 60045
Estimated Value: $924,000 - $1,124,000
3
Beds
4
Baths
2,597
Sq Ft
$387/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Community Lake
- Recreation Room
- Sheridan Elementary School Rated A
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of July 2021Sophisticated and pristine Cape Cod in sought-after east Lake Forest! This lovingly maintained brick and cedar home is poised on a corner lot. The perennial-filled fenced yards include flowering trees, lush lawn and stone paver walk-way in the back of the house. A major renovation and expansion of the home in 1997-1998 added a spacious new kitchen, enclosed heated sunroom, primary bedroom suite, and a heated 2-car garage. Since then, the current owners renovated the kitchen (2006) to include a wet- bar/breakfast room, and upgraded the finishes in the primary bathroom (2013). There are beautiful oak hardwood floors on the first and second levels. The living and dining rooms are steeped in natural light from the large front windows. The superb gourmet kitchen features tall maple cabinetry, crown moldings, granite countertops and a travertine backsplash. The newer stainless steel appliances include a Sub-Zero refrigerator, KitchenAid gas range, Bosch dishwasher and built-in Whirlpool microwave. The home's cozy light-filled sunroom is a great place to relax and enjoy views of nature year-round. There are four full bathrooms in this home; one on the 1st floor, one in the basement, and two on the 2nd floor. All three bedrooms are upstairs, including a loft-office. The primary bedroom suite is fully appointed with a beautiful gas fireplace, expansive closets, updated marble and granite bathroom with double vanities, jetted-tub, separate deluxe shower and radiant heated floors. The sparkling clean finished basement has a separate laundry room, storage room, and easy access to newer mechanicals. Park Avenue is close to Lake Forest's historic downtown, award-winning schools, Metra train station, bike and walking trails.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #471003447 Listed on: 05/17/2021
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $11,301
Year Built
- Built in 1945 | Remodeled in 1998
Lot Details
- 8,233 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 55 x 130
- Fenced Yard
- Corner Lot
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Transmitter
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Brick Foundation
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 2,597 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- Built-In Features
- Ceiling Fan
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Entrance Foyer
- Living Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Recreation Room
- Heated Sun or Florida Room
- Wood Flooring
- Unfinished Attic
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Kitchen
- Range with Range Hood
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 4 Full Bathrooms
- Dual Sinks
- Whirlpool Bathtub
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry in unit
- Dryer
- Washer
- Sink Near Laundry
Finished Basement
- Partial Basement
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Patio
Schools
- Sheridan Elementary School
- Deer Path Middle School
- Lake Forest High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
- Two Cooling Systems Mounted To A Wall/Window
- Humidifier
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Radiant Heating System
- Lake Michigan Water
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- Community Lake
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 17, 2021
Closed on
Jul 15, 2021
Sold by
Steele John M and Steele Sandra S
Bought by
Poehlmann Adam and Anderson Kelsey Margaret
Seller's Agent
Mona Hellinga
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Susan Duffey
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Sold Price
$665,000
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
$339,310
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.19%
Original Mortgage
$548,250
Outstanding Balance
$497,452
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$506,858
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 19, 2018
Sold by
Steele John M and Steele Sandra S
Bought by
Steele John M and Steele Sandra S
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 24, 1998
Sold by
American National Bk & Tr Co Of Chicago
Bought by
Steele John M and Steele Sandra S
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$364,000
Interest Rate
6.87%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 20, 1995
Sold by
Northern Tr Bank Lake Forest Natl Assn
Bought by
Deerfield Fsla
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poehlmann Adam | $665,000 | None Available | |
| Steele John M | -- | None Available | |
| Steele John M | $455,000 | -- | |
| Deerfield Fsla | $215,000 | Chicago Title Insurance Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Poehlmann Adam | $548,250 | |
| Previous Owner | Steele John M | $364,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/23/2021 07/23/21 | Sold | $665,000 | -3.6% | $256 / Sq Ft |
| 06/11/2021 06/11/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/09/2021 06/09/21 | For Sale | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/04/2021 06/04/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/17/2021 05/17/21 | For Sale | $690,000 | -- | $266 / 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 | $12,985 | $255,740 | $95,386 | $160,354 |
| 2023 | $12,209 | $214,317 | $79,936 | $134,381 |
| 2022 | $12,209 | $208,199 | $77,654 | $130,545 |
| 2021 | $11,558 | $201,177 | $76,984 | $124,193 |
| 2020 | $11,301 | $202,290 | $77,410 | $124,880 |
| 2019 | $10,735 | $198,577 | $75,989 | $122,588 |
| 2018 | $9,584 | $189,868 | $78,003 | $111,865 |
| 2017 | $9,421 | $186,694 | $76,699 | $109,995 |
| 2016 | $9,026 | $177,702 | $73,005 | $104,697 |
| 2015 | $8,911 | $167,328 | $68,743 | $98,585 |
| 2014 | $7,354 | $138,454 | $61,718 | $76,736 |
| 2012 | $7,220 | $139,655 | $62,253 | $77,402 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Mona Hellinga
-
Flor Hasselbring
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021
Flor Hasselbring
Compass
(847) 997-1901
40 in this area
66 Total Sales
-
Susan Duffey
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Susan Duffey
@ Properties
(773) 220-7875
28 in this area
63 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 11090699
APN: 12-28-104-023
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