Seller's Agent in 2025
Elva Shima
@ Properties
(630) 530-0900
1 in this area
5 Total Sales
255 S West Ave Unit 213 Elmhurst, IL 60126
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Bed
1
Bath
340
Sq Ft
$192/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- Open Floorplan
- Home Office
- Balcony
- Hawthorne Elementary School Rated A
- Party Room
- Living Room
About This Home
As of April 2025Welcome to The Willows - a rarely available gem just one mile from downtown Elmhurst. This spacious second-floor studio offers comfort and convenience, starting with a welcoming foyer that flows into a generous living area. The kitchen features newer cabinets and laminate floors, while the updated full bathroom boasts a newer vanity and sink. Step outside to your private balcony and enjoy serene, tree-lined views - the perfect spot to unwind. This open floor plan is complemented with thoughtful amenities, including a laundry room, a convenient private storage unit on the same floor, and a cozy community sitting area. The secure elevator building also offers exercise spaces, a charming library and game room, a meeting and party room, a peaceful courtyard patio, and bike storage. Enjoy unbeatable convenience with shopping, dining, and entertainment nearby - including Elmhurst Crossing Plaza, Whole Foods, Portillo's, and more. Highly sought 55+ community, with some exceptions to the rule. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own in one of Elmhurst's most desirable communities!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475199948 Listed on: 03/04/2025
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $960
Year Built
- Built in 1972
HOA Fees
- $192 Monthly HOA Fees
Home Design
- Entry on the 2nd floor
- Studio
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Brick Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1 Full Bathroom
- 340 Sq Ft Home
- Open Floorplan
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Home Office
- Storage
- Laundry Room
Kitchen
- Cooktop
- Microwave
Flooring
- Ceramic Tile
- Vinyl
Parking
- 1 Parking Space
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
- Unassigned Parking
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
Schools
- Hawthorne Elementary School
- Sandburg Middle School
- York Community High School
Utilities
- Heating Available
- Lake Michigan Water
Listing and Financial Details
- Senior Tax Exemptions
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
- Senior Freeze Tax Exemptions
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include water, insurance, lawn care, snow removal
- 71 Units
- Jerry Amen Association, Phone Number (630) 279-4020
- The Willows Subdivision
- Property managed by Willows Of Elmhurst
- 5-Story Property
Amenities
- Party Room
- Coin Laundry
- Community Storage Space
- Elevator
Pet Policy
- No Pets Allowed
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 4, 2025
Closed on
Apr 21, 2025
Sold by
Judnic Walter
Bought by
Battaglia Robin R
Seller's Agent
Elva Shima
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Kris Maranda
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$115,900
Sold Price
$124,100
Premium/Discount to List
$8,200
7.08%
Views
70
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
$135
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.24%
Original Mortgage
$120,280
Outstanding Balance
$119,769
Interest Rate
6.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$4,466
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 25, 2004
Sold by
Wier Mellodie and Eastman Michelle
Bought by
Rotondo Lana R
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$56,000
Interest Rate
5.78%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $124,500 | First American Title | |
| Administrators Deed | $70,000 | Atg |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $120,280 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $56,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/21/2025 04/21/25 | Sold | $124,100 | +7.1% | $365 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/18/2025 03/18/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/04/2025 03/04/25 | For Sale | $115,900 | +65.6% | $341 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/22/2022 04/22/22 | Sold | $70,000 | -3.4% | $206 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 04/03/2022 04/03/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/31/2022 03/31/22 | Price Changed | $72,500 | -3.3% | $213 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/25/2022 03/25/22 | For Sale | $75,000 | -- | $221 / 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 | $1,070 | $25,759 | $2,585 | $23,174 |
| 2023 | $960 | $23,820 | $2,390 | $21,430 |
| 2022 | $152 | $23,200 | $2,320 | $20,880 |
| 2021 | $152 | $22,620 | $2,260 | $20,360 |
| 2020 | $149 | $22,120 | $2,210 | $19,910 |
| 2019 | $154 | $21,030 | $2,100 | $18,930 |
| 2018 | $155 | $17,780 | $1,780 | $16,000 |
| 2017 | $159 | $16,140 | $1,620 | $14,520 |
| 2016 | $180 | $14,490 | $1,460 | $13,030 |
| 2015 | $262 | $13,500 | $1,360 | $12,140 |
| 2014 | $285 | $13,810 | $1,390 | $12,420 |
| 2013 | $278 | $14,000 | $1,410 | $12,590 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Elva Shima
-
Kris Maranda
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Kris Maranda
@ Properties
(630) 699-2211
30 in this area
250 Total Sales
-
Cinthia Diaz
Seller's Agent in 2022
Cinthia Diaz
EXIT Realty WE
(773) 416-6769
3 in this area
19 Total Sales
-
Bill Geldes
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Bill Geldes
Baird Warner
(708) 296-8442
1 in this area
42 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12302555
APN: 06-02-322-048
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