$555,000
SOLD SEP 29, 2025

26500 Rustling Birch Way Plainfield, IL 60585

Grande Park Neighborhood
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,225 Sq Ft
0.26 Acres

Recently Sold

$172 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

9 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • Community Lake
  • Property is near a park
  • Oswego East High School Rated A-
  • Clubhouse
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of September 2025

All new fresh paint and carpet in this beautiful, inviting 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home in desirable Grande Park neighborhood. This property boasts over 3,200 square ft of living space and a 2.5 car garage with an expanded storage section in the back. Step into this lovely home and be greeted to an elegant two-story foyer and hardwood floors through out the first level. The two-story family room is centered around a gorgeous stone fireplace and the expansive windows bring in lots of natural light. The eat-in kitchen features a spacious island, granite countertops, 42 inch cabinets, a walk-in pantry and stainless steel appliances. A nice butler's pantry adds additional cabinetry and connects to the dining room, making it perfect for entertaining. Also, a convenient first floor office. Upstairs, the primary suite offers a luxurious private bath and a walk-in closet. Also, three additional spacious bedrooms, another full bath, and a small loft, desk area. The basement is plumbed in for a future bath and is awaiting your personal finishes. Great location within the subdivision as it backs directly onto the expansive park offering a pool, clubhouse, tennis courts, basketball courts, walking trails and a sled hill! Yet, your own fenced backyard provides a private, serene oasis surrounded by trees. Plus, the elementary and middle schools are conveniently located right within the subdivision. Don't miss out on the exceptional value this home has to offer along with the opportunity to enjoy the ultimate Grande Park lifestyle! New roof and siding in 2022!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sandy Connolly

Keller Williams Infinity Brokerage Phone: (708) 744-5126 License #475192451 Listed on: 08/27/2025

Keller Williams Infinity

Last Buyer's Agent

Matt Trusk

Re/Max Ultimate Professionals License #475099147

Re/Max Ultimate Professionals

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $14,780

Year Built

  • Built in 2005

Lot Details

  • 0.26 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 86 x 118
  • Fenced
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot

HOA Fees

  • $104 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 3,225 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Kitchen

  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Potential Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Dual Sinks
  • Soaking Tub
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Sump Pump

Schools

  • Grande Park Elementary School
  • Murphy Junior High School
  • Oswego East High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Additional Features

  • Porch
  • Property is near a park

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include clubhouse, pool
  • Staff Association, Phone Number (815) 744-6822
  • Grande Park Subdivision
  • Property managed by AMG Management
  • Community Lake

Amenities

  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Pool

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$14,780

Year Built

Built in 2005

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$104 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple w/ HO Assn.
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Subdivision Name: Grande Park
  • Year Built: 2005
  • Age: 16-20 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: Yes
  • Attribution Contact: (708) 744-5126
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Basement: Unfinished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Gas Starter
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room, Pantry
  • LivingArea: 3225
  • Other Equipment: CO Detectors, Sump Pump
  • Room Type: Office
  • Window Features: Drapes
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink,Soaking Tub
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Carpet

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Brick
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Laundry Features: Main Level, Gas Dryer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 1249
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Community Features: Clubhouse, Park, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Lake, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Management Company: AMG Management
  • Management Contact Name: Staff
  • Management Phone: 815-744-6822

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Clubhouse, Pool

Schools

  • Elementary School: Grande Park Elementary School
  • High School: Oswego East High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Murphy Junior High School

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.26
  • Lot Dimensions: 86 X 118
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 10

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 14780
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 27, 2025
Closed on
Sep 26, 2025
Sold by
Calafos Roxana
Bought by
Fossen Haylie and Fossen Mitchell
Seller's Agent
Sandy Connolly
Keller Williams Infinity
Buyer's Agent
Matt Trusk
Re/Max Ultimate Professionals
List Price
$569,000
Sold Price
$555,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,000
-2.46%
Views
28

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.19%
Original Mortgage
$435,000
Outstanding Balance
$435,000
Interest Rate
4.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$128,367

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 16, 2005
Sold by
Roycroft West Llc
Bought by
Calafos Jeffrey and Calafos Roxana

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$290,000
Interest Rate
5.93%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 5, 2005
Sold by
Mpi-1 Development Llc
Bought by
Roycroft West Llc
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $555,000 Ata National Title Group Llc
Warranty Deed $382,000 Chicago Title Insurance Co
Corporate Deed $770,000 Chicago Title Insurance Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $435,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $290,000 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Closed $0 Undefined Multiple Amounts
Closed $77,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
09/29/2025 09/29/25 Sold $555,000 -2.5% $172 / Sq Ft
09/05/2025 09/05/25 Pending -- -- --
08/27/2025 08/27/25 Price Changed $569,000 0.0% $176 / Sq Ft
08/27/2025 08/27/25 For Sale $569,000 -- $176 / 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 $14,780 $182,829 $30,170 $152,659
2023 $12,952 $158,982 $26,235 $132,747
2022 $12,952 $144,529 $23,850 $120,679
2021 $12,735 $137,646 $22,714 $114,932
2020 $12,215 $131,091 $21,632 $109,459
2019 $11,415 $121,140 $21,632 $99,508
2018 $11,216 $118,417 $21,146 $97,271
2017 $10,843 $108,639 $19,400 $89,239
2016 $11,623 $114,486 $30,083 $84,403
2015 $11,798 $111,152 $29,207 $81,945
2014 -- $105,859 $27,816 $78,043
2013 -- $105,859 $27,816 $78,043
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12450959

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 03-36-481-007