Seller's Agent in 2024
Cynthia Howe Gajewski
Beyond Properties Realty Group
(312) 933-8440
10 in this area
231 Total Sales
26 Keystone Ave River Forest, IL 60305
Estimated Value: $583,000 - $667,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,800
Sq Ft
$347/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Recreation Room
- Home Office
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Lincoln Elementary School Rated A
- Formal Dining Room
- 5-minute walk to Washington Square Park
About This Home
As of August 2024Beautiful bungalow in River Forest! You will be impressed the minute you walk through the front door. This house has been lovingly renovated by the current owner and the quality shines. You are greeted by a large and open entry foyer, leading to the spacious living room and dining room. Notice the large primary bedroom on this floor, with a wall of closets PLUS a walk in closet with vanity area, followed by a private office (great space for an en suite bathroom!) This floor has a full bath, a large eat-in kitchen with granite and stainless appliances, an enclosed back porch, and an adjoining 1st floor family room/den with a staircase to the 2nd floor. Upstairs are 2 enormous bedrooms, front and back, with closets and a large full bathroom in between. The basement is ready for your renovations and houses a laundry room, large open areas, and 2 storage rooms plus bonus room which may have been used as a bedroom at one point in time. The yard is a great size (40 x 178 lot) Such a rare find to get this space at this price point in River Forest! Photos are in the works:)
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Beyond Properties Realty Group License #475121010 Listed on: 06/18/2024
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $10,987
Year Built
- Built in 1916
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 40 x 178
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Bungalow
- Frame Construction
- Asphalt Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,800 Sq Ft Home
- 1.5-Story Property
- Entrance Foyer
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Recreation Room
Kitchen
- Cooktop with Range Hood
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Exterior Basement Entry
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 18, 2024
Closed on
Jul 30, 2024
Sold by
Walzer Andrew
Bought by
Pahlke Garrett and Roh Yeon Ju
Seller's Agent
Cynthia Howe Gajewski
Beyond Properties Realty Group
Buyer's Agent
Nancy Sliwa
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$549,900
Sold Price
$554,900
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
0.91%
Views
2
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
$70,030
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.79%
Original Mortgage
$443,920
Outstanding Balance
$437,740
Interest Rate
7.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$187,190
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 25, 2012
Closed on
Aug 21, 2012
Sold by
Amtrust Reo I Llc
Bought by
Martinez Walzer Jacquelinne G and Walzer Andrew
Seller's Agent
Jason Shapiro
RISING REALTY LLC
Buyer's Agent
Linda DeMarco
Keller Williams Realty Ptnr,LL
List Price
$304,000
Sold Price
$270,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$34,000
-11.18%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.28%
Original Mortgage
$265,109
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 7, 2011
Sold by
Vassallo Tammie M
Bought by
Amtrust Reo I Llc
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 6, 2000
Sold by
Vassallo Tammie M
Bought by
Vassallo Tammie M and Conte Sharon L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$244,250
Interest Rate
8.43%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 16, 1999
Sold by
Vassallo Tammie M and Conte Sharon L
Bought by
Vassallo Tammie M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$229,500
Interest Rate
9.37%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 3, 1996
Sold by
Harris Bank Palatine
Bought by
Vassallo Tammie M and Conte Sharon L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$139,200
Interest Rate
7.36%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pahlke Garrett | $555,000 | Truly Title | |
| Walzer Andrew | -- | Truly Title | |
| Martinez Walzer Jacquelinne G | $270,000 | None Available | |
| Amtrust Reo I Llc | -- | None Available | |
| Vassallo Tammie M | -- | -- | |
| Vassallo Tammie M | -- | Nations Title Agency | |
| Vassallo Tammie M | $174,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Pahlke Garrett | $443,920 | |
| Previous Owner | Martinez Walzer Jacquelinne G | $265,109 | |
| Previous Owner | Vassallo Tammie M | $244,250 | |
| Previous Owner | Vassallo Tammie M | $229,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Vassallo Tammie M | $139,200 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/02/2024 08/02/24 | Sold | $554,900 | +0.9% | $308 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/29/2024 06/29/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/18/2024 06/18/24 | For Sale | $549,900 | +103.7% | $306 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/10/2012 10/10/12 | Sold | $270,000 | -3.5% | $168 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 07/30/2012 07/30/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/26/2012 06/26/12 | Price Changed | $279,900 | -1.6% | $174 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/06/2012 06/06/12 | Price Changed | $284,500 | -1.4% | $177 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/09/2012 05/09/12 | Price Changed | $288,500 | -3.8% | $179 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/26/2012 04/26/12 | Price Changed | $300,000 | -1.3% | $187 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/25/2012 04/25/12 | For Sale | $304,000 | -- | $189 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,233 | $48,000 | $7,697 | $40,303 |
| 2024 | $12,233 | $48,000 | $7,697 | $40,303 |
| 2023 | $10,987 | $48,000 | $7,697 | $40,303 |
| 2022 | $10,987 | $37,445 | $6,623 | $30,822 |
| 2021 | $10,609 | $37,445 | $6,623 | $30,822 |
| 2020 | $10,436 | $37,445 | $6,623 | $30,822 |
| 2019 | $11,566 | $40,685 | $6,086 | $34,599 |
| 2018 | $10,947 | $40,685 | $6,086 | $34,599 |
| 2017 | $10,925 | $40,685 | $6,086 | $34,599 |
| 2016 | $8,874 | $30,083 | $5,012 | $25,071 |
| 2015 | $8,678 | $30,083 | $5,012 | $25,071 |
| 2014 | $7,965 | $30,083 | $5,012 | $25,071 |
| 2013 | $9,693 | $36,982 | $5,012 | $31,970 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Cynthia Howe Gajewski
-
Nancy Sliwa
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Nancy Sliwa
Coldwell Banker Realty
(630) 464-0555
2 in this area
187 Total Sales
-
Jason Shapiro
J
Seller's Agent in 2012
Jason Shapiro
RISING REALTY LLC
32 Total Sales
-
L
Buyer's Agent in 2012
Linda DeMarco
Keller Williams Realty Ptnr,LL
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12087887
APN: 15-12-318-016-0000
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