NOT LISTED FOR SALE

26 Forest Ave Fox Lake, IL 60020

Estimated Value: $280,000 - $300,000

3 Beds
3 Baths
1,176 Sq Ft
$244/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 16, 2020

Last sale price $189,900 $161 Per Sq Ft

Est. 51% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,913/month

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • 3-minute walk to Fox Lake Station
  • Home Office
  • Wood Flooring
  • Victorian Architecture
  • 2-minute walk to Community Garden Green

About This Home

As of July 2020

WHAT AN EXCEPTIONAL HOME W/ SO MANY UPDATES ALL WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE OF DOWNTOWN WHICH OFFERS JUST ABOUT EVERYTHING YOU CAN ASK FOR INCLUDING THE METRA TRAIN FOR THOSE CITY WORKERS AND STEPS FROM THE LAKE // AS THEY SAY THIS LOVELY HOME HAS OLD WORLD CHARM WITH ALL THE MODERN AMENITIES // EXTREMELY WELL MAINTAINED WITH SO MANY RECENT IMPROVEMENTS INCLUDING BRAND NEW 6FT WOOD PRIVACY FENCED OUTLINING THE EXPANSIVE BACKYARD // THIS TREE LINED LOT OFFERS TONS OF PRIVACY AND SHADE // NEW ROOF // LARGE DETACHED TWO CAR GARAGE W/ ROOM FOR ALL THE TOYS, AFTER ALL YOUR SECONDS FROM BOATING ON THE CHAIN O' LAKES // HARDWOOD FLOORS THROUGHOUT 1ST FLOOR // NEWER SS APPLIANCES // NEUTRAL COLORS // WHITE TRIM & CROWN MOLDING // ENJOY RELAXING IN YOUR FINISHED ENGLISH BASEMENT W/ NEW CARPET AND NATURAL LIGHT W/ FULL BATH // DOORWAY ARCHES // COZY FIREPLACE IN LIVING ROOM // UPDATED BATH W/ OVERSIZED CUSTOM WALKIN SHOWER //

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sean Ronkoske

HomeSmart Connect LLC License #471004899 Listed on: 05/11/2020

HomeSmart Connect LLC

Co-Listed By

Scott Eberle

HomeSmart Connect LLC License #475124040

Last Buyer's Agent

Janet Mayer

RE/MAX Action License #475131320

RE/MAX Action

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,915

Year Built | Renovated

  • 1991 | 2014

Lot Details

  • Fenced Yard

Parking

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

Home Design

  • Victorian Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Asphalt Rolled Roof
  • Cedar

Interior Spaces

  • Separate Shower
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Home Office
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Galley Kitchen
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Private Water Source

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions
  • $3 Seller Concession

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,915

Year Built | Renovated

1991 | 2014

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • General Information: Commuter Train
  • Recent Rehab: Yes
  • Age: 26-30 Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Number Interior Fireplaces: 1
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Rehab Year: 2014
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 2.1
  • Style Of House: Victorian
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Estimated Year Built: 1991
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1991
  • Year Renovated: 2014

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Hardwood Floors
  • Number Of Rooms: 8
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 14X12, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances
  • Fireplace Details: Wood Burning, Gas Logs
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Finished
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 3
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 3
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 3X6, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Wood Laminate
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 12X9, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 12X10, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Type: Galley, Pantry-Closet
  • Additional Rooms: Office
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 12X12, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Additional Room 1 Name: Office, Dimensions: 11X11, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Carpet
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 11X9, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 10X10, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1176
  • Dining Room Type: Separate
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 22X12, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Carpet

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Exterior Building Type: Cedar
  • Roof Type: Asphalt/Glass (Rolled)
  • Exterior Property Features: Deck, Porch
  • Acreage: 0.1779

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 2
  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s), Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 2
  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Parking Included In Price: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Air Conditioner: Central Air
  • Water: Private Company
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Heating Fuel: Forced Air

Schools

  • School District: 124
  • High School: Grant Community High School
  • Junior High Dist: 114

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 55 X 140
  • Lot Description: Fenced Yard
  • Parcel Identification Number: 05092040360000

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 3674.24

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 11, 2020
Closed on
Jul 14, 2020
Sold by
Benter John and Benter Michelle
Bought by
Mayer David and Pfeiffer Sarah
Seller's Agent
Sean Ronkoske
HomeSmart Connect LLC
Buyer's Agent
Janet Mayer
RE/MAX Action
List Price
$189,900
Sold Price
$189,900
Current Estimated Value
$286,574

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$96,674
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.09%
Original Mortgage
$186,459
Interest Rate
3.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 15, 2014
Closed on
Dec 12, 2014
Sold by
Kings Contracting Inc
Bought by
Benter John and Baker Michelle
Seller's Agent
Jim Esperson
Countryside Realty & Development, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Mark Koski
Century 21 Roberts & Andrews
List Price
$169,900
Sold Price
$157,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$12,900
-7.59%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.46%
Original Mortgage
$154,151
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 21, 2014
Sold by
Soutar
Bought by
Countryside Realty & Development Inc and Kings Contracting Inc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 20, 2011
Sold by
Soutar Tamara and Soutar James
Bought by
Soutar Tamara and Soutar James

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$170,350
Interest Rate
4.14%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 27, 2006
Sold by
Norris Richard A and Norris Cissy L
Bought by
Klymkowych Tamara

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$178,000
Interest Rate
6.37%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 7, 2002
Sold by
Lester Brian C and Lester Jennifer A
Bought by
Norris Richard A and Norris Cissy L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$177,493
Interest Rate
6.79%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 31, 2000
Sold by
Schuehle Robert F and Schuehle Susan L
Bought by
Lester Brian C and Lester Jennifer A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$116,000
Interest Rate
8.55%
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
Mayer David $190,000 Attorney
Benter John $157,000 Fidelity Natl Title Ins Co
Countryside Realty & Development Inc -- None Available
Soutar Tamara -- Servicelink
Klymkowych Tamara $222,500 Ticor
Norris Richard A $180,000 --
Lester Brian C $145,000 Ticor Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Mayer David $186,459
Previous Owner Benter John $154,151
Previous Owner Soutar Tamara $170,350
Previous Owner Klymkowych Tamara $178,000
Previous Owner Norris Richard A $177,493
Previous Owner Lester Brian C $116,000
Closed Lester Brian C $21,750
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
07/16/2020 07/16/20 Sold $189,900 0.0% $161 / Sq Ft
05/15/2020 05/15/20 Pending -- -- --
05/11/2020 05/11/20 For Sale $189,900 +21.0% $161 / Sq Ft
12/12/2014 12/12/14 Sold $157,000 -7.6% $134 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
11/03/2014 11/03/14 Pending -- -- --
10/15/2014 10/15/14 For Sale $169,900 -- $144 / 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 $4,915 $73,190 $9,285 $63,905
2023 $5,121 $64,008 $8,747 $55,261
2022 $5,121 $62,290 $6,476 $55,814
2021 $4,595 $55,053 $6,104 $48,949
2020 $3,920 $47,153 $6,017 $41,136
2019 $3,728 $45,218 $5,770 $39,448
2018 $3,572 $43,513 $7,240 $36,273
2017 $3,469 $40,219 $6,692 $33,527
2016 $3,445 $36,783 $6,120 $30,663
2015 $3,239 $34,325 $5,711 $28,614
2014 $3,289 $30,147 $10,412 $19,735
2012 $3,686 $36,835 $10,849 $25,986
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD10711513

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 05-09-204-036