2626 N 78th Ave Elmwood Park, IL 60707
Estimated payment $2,948/month
Highlights
- Gated Community
- Property is near a park
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Clubhouse
- Wood Flooring
- Heated Sun or Florida Room
About This Home
Oversized move-in ready corner bungalow in one of the beautiful curving streets in Elmwood Park; walking distance to the train, restaurants, shops and more! 3 full floors of living. Perfect for a home office or multi-generational house sharing. Double wide lot at the front of the house creates a private park. Ideal for gardening, entertaining, a dog run and much more. The corner location and extra yard space to the South also allows every room in the house to be filled with natural light. Yard is fully fenced. 1 Garage and 1 exterior parking. All season heated sunroom with great natural light. Basement with exterior exit. This home has been meticulously updated, heating system is 1 year old, refinished hardwoods, new basement flooring and new carpet. Beautiful and updated kitchen and all 3 bathrooms. Copper plumbing and new electrical box and service lines. This is a worry free home. Top-rated schools. Immediate access to the Elmwood Park Community and Recreation Center. Incredible Value!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,378
Year Built
- Built in 1931 | Remodeled in 2024
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 58 x 135 x 125
- Corner Lot
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
- Off Alley Parking
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Bungalow
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Asphalt Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Workshop
- Heated Sun or Florida Room
- Utility Room with Study Area
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Sustainable
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 3 Full Bathrooms
- Soaking Tub
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
- Sink Near Laundry
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Schools
- John Mills Elementary School
- Elm Middle School
- Elmwood Park High School
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Steam
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Additional Features
- Handicap Shower
- Patio
- Property is near a park
Community Details
Recreation
- Tennis Courts
- Community Pool
Additional Features
- Oversized Bungalow
- Clubhouse
- Gated Community
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $8,378 | $31,000 | $5,675 | $25,325 |
| 2023 | $8,099 | $31,000 | $5,675 | $25,325 |
| 2022 | $8,099 | $31,000 | $5,675 | $25,325 |
| 2021 | $7,247 | $22,625 | $3,783 | $18,842 |
| 2020 | $7,085 | $22,625 | $3,783 | $18,842 |
| 2019 | $6,389 | $25,336 | $3,783 | $21,553 |
| 2018 | $6,193 | $22,511 | $3,258 | $19,253 |
| 2017 | $6,007 | $22,511 | $3,258 | $19,253 |
| 2016 | $5,666 | $22,511 | $3,258 | $19,253 |
| 2015 | $5,569 | $20,547 | $2,942 | $17,605 |
| 2014 | $5,442 | $20,547 | $2,942 | $17,605 |
| 2013 | $5,291 | $20,547 | $2,942 | $17,605 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/19/2025 11/19/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 11/10/2025 11/10/25 | For Sale | $429,000 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 04/21/2024 04/21/24 | Rented | $3,200 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 03/25/2024 03/25/24 | Price Changed | $3,200 | -8.6% | $1 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/29/2024 02/29/24 | For Rent | $3,500 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 08/15/2023 08/15/23 | Sold | $321,500 | +7.5% | $230 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 06/22/2023 06/22/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/19/2023 06/19/23 | For Sale | $299,000 | -- | $214 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $321,500 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $175,000 | -- | |
| Trustee Deed | $160,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $241,125 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $164,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $128,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12514553
APN: 12-25-310-015-0000
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