$445,000
SOLD JUL 7, 2025

266 S Monterey Ave Elmhurst, IL 60126

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,356 Sq Ft
1928 Built

Recently Sold

$328 Per Sq Ft

1% Below List Price

11 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Willowbrook High School Rated A
  • Tudor Architecture
  • 2 Car Detached Garage

About This Home

As of July 2025

Exuding charm and character beyond words, this gorgeous 3BD/1-1 bath Single family English Tudor is situated on a quiet, tree-lined street in the heart of the highly sought out neighborhood of Elmhurst. Hardwood floors throughout, arched doorways, and wide staircase... All big ticket items have been taken care of, insulation and hardy board, new siding and improvements on the deck, brand new garage door, and brick and tuck pointing completed (2019) new roof and updated thermostats (2021) brand new A/C condenser (2017) all new stainless steel appliances (2022) new stove (2025). Foundation joints have been reconnected appropriately. Warm and inviting foyer leads you into an open concept dining and living area, featuring a gorgeous fireplace, charming millwork taking you out into the back yard, a truly serene oasis. Sellers really put an exorbitant amount of love and care into the outdoor spaces. 2nd floor features all three bedrooms and shared bath. Fully finished basement includes 2 barn doors, canned lighting, extra half bath for guests, fully laundry room, and tons of storage. Close to Whole Foods, Elmhurst Malls and Hospital, 20 minutes to OHARE AIRPORT, Villa Train station and Elmhurst express trains, Salt Creek Bike Path and Nature Preserve. Welcome home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sara Jaffe

Baird & Warner License #475184404 Listed on: 05/02/2025

Baird & Warner

Last Buyer's Agent

Nick Hall

Coldwell Banker Realty License #475174717

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,471

Year Built

  • Built in 1928

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 50x150
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Tudor Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Stone Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,356 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Historic or Period Millwork
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

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

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Enclosed Patio or Porch

Schools

  • North Elementary School
  • Jefferson Middle School
  • Willowbrook High School

Utilities

  • Radiator
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • Lake Michigan Water

Community Details

  • Pick Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,471

Year Built

Built in 1928

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Tudor
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Subdivision Name: Pick
  • Year Built: 1928
  • Age: 91-100 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
  • Basement: Finished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Special Millwork
  • LivingArea: 1356
  • Room Type: Enclosed Porch
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 400
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 400
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick, Stone
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Screened
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Small Duct High Velocity
  • Heating: Steam, Radiator(s)
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: North Elementary School
  • High School: Willowbrook High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Jefferson Middle School

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Dimensions: 50X150
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 8
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 5471.02
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 2, 2025
Closed on
Jun 18, 2025
Sold by
Shelp Andrew W and Shelp Erin F
Bought by
Bos Daniel and Arlington Rachel
Seller's Agent
Sara Jaffe
Baird & Warner
Buyer's Agent
Nick Hall
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$449,999
Sold Price
$445,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,999
-1.11%
Views
60
Current Estimated Value
$454,282

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$9,282
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.76%
Original Mortgage
$430,148
Outstanding Balance
$427,783
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$26,499

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 7, 2017
Sold by
Shinabarger Eric J and Shinabarger Brook M
Bought by
Shelp Andrew W and Shelp Erin F

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$236,000
Interest Rate
3.99%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 3, 2016
Sold by
Shinabarger Eric and Shinabarger Brook
Bought by
Shinabarger Eric J and Shinabarger Brook N

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 2, 2012
Closed on
Jul 10, 2012
Sold by
Maldre Erik J and Maldre Andrea L
Bought by
Shinabarger Eric and Shinabarger Brook
Seller's Agent
David Johansen
Buyer's Agent
Ildiko Kresz
Kresz And Associates LLC
List Price
$249,900
Sold Price
$226,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$23,900
-9.56%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.29%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 2, 2008
Sold by
Maldre Erik J and Maldre Andrea L
Bought by
Maldre Erik J and Maldre Andrea L

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 25, 2003
Sold by
Slusher Kenneth S and Slusher Beth A
Bought by
Maldre Erik and Hampson Andrea

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$245,100
Interest Rate
5.76%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 8, 1997
Sold by
Hamilton Samuel N and Hamilton Nancy Lynn
Bought by
Slusher Kenneth S and Slusher Beth A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$129,200
Interest Rate
7.71%
Source: Public Records
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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $445,000 Chicago Title Company
Warranty Deed $295,000 First American Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Attorney
Warranty Deed $226,000 Midwest Title Services Llc
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Warranty Deed $258,000 Pntn
Warranty Deed $161,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $430,148 FHA
Previous Owner $236,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $245,100 No Value Available
Previous Owner $129,200 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
07/07/2025 07/07/25 Sold $445,000 -1.1% $328 / Sq Ft
05/13/2025 05/13/25 Pending -- -- --
05/02/2025 05/02/25 For Sale $449,999 +99.1% $332 / Sq Ft
07/12/2012 07/12/12 Sold $226,000 -4.8% $167 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/26/2012 05/26/12 Pending -- -- --
05/09/2012 05/09/12 Price Changed $237,500 -5.0% $175 / Sq Ft
04/02/2012 04/02/12 For Sale $249,900 -- $184 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

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 $5,909 $90,935 $34,475 $56,460
2023 $5,471 $84,090 $31,880 $52,210
2022 $4,928 $75,390 $30,640 $44,750
2021 $4,780 $73,520 $29,880 $43,640
2020 $4,698 $71,900 $29,220 $42,680
2019 $4,416 $68,360 $27,780 $40,580
2018 $4,702 $69,630 $26,290 $43,340
2017 $4,603 $66,350 $25,050 $41,300
2016 $4,548 $62,510 $23,600 $38,910
2015 $4,474 $58,240 $21,990 $36,250
2014 $5,639 $73,480 $20,080 $53,400
2013 $5,589 $74,510 $20,360 $54,150
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12350915

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 06-03-412-035