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Seller's Agent in 2025
Kimberly Osko
Baird & Warner
271 Valley Forge Ave South Elgin, IL 60177
Estimated Value: $418,000 - $439,139
5
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,348
Sq Ft
$181/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Mature Trees
- Deck
- Traditional Architecture
- South Elgin High School Rated A-
- Property is near a park
- 3-minute walk to Jim Hansen Park
About This Home
As of July 2025Don't miss the opportunity to make this property your own! A 4-bedroom (plus main-floor office/5th bedroom option) home set on a beautiful lot in the sought-after Wildmeadow community! Offering over 3,700 total square feet-including 2,348 square feet above grade and a 1,377-square-foot unfinished English basement-this bright and airy home perfectly blends comfort and functionality. The heart of the home is the expanded eat-in kitchen, featuring abundant cabinet and counter space, and seamless access to the backyard deck-ideal for morning coffee or summer gatherings. The kitchen flows effortlessly into the family room, where a gas-start, wood-burning fireplace creates a warm and inviting space for relaxing or entertaining. The main level also boasts a dramatic formal living and dining room with soaring cathedral ceilings, plus a versatile private office/den behind French doors-perfect for today's remote work needs or easily converted into a fifth bedroom. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite offers vaulted ceilings, a large walk-in closet, and a private en-suite bath with dual sinks. Three additional generously sized bedrooms and a full hall bath complete the second floor. Located just moments from Concord Park, Randall Road shopping, dining, and the Fox River's scenic hiking and biking trails, this home offers the perfect blend of peaceful living and convenience. Minor cosmetic updates needed; some paint/some carpet; major updates include a new water heater (2024), new HVAC system (2023), and newer roof (2018).
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Kimberly Osko
Baird & Warner License #475172174 Listed on: 04/12/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $10,838
Year Built
- Built in 1997
Lot Details
- 10,019 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 77.00 x 130.00
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
- Mature Trees
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Asphalt Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 2,348 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Fireplace With Gas Starter
- Window Treatments
- Window Screens
- Six Panel Doors
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Breakfast Room
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Kitchen
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5 Potential Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Dual Sinks
- Soaking Tub
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Schools
- Clinton Elementary School
- Kenyon Woods Middle School
- South Elgin High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Gas Water Heater
Additional Features
- Deck
- Property is near a park
Community Details
- Wildmeadow Subdivision, Bluebird Floorplan
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 12, 2025
Closed on
Jul 1, 2025
Sold by
May Donald Jesse and May Susan C
Bought by
Cook Zachary and Cook Natalie
Seller's Agent
Kimberly Osko
Baird & Warner
Buyer's Agent
Chris Bishop
eXp Realty - St. Charles
List Price
$422,500
Sold Price
$415,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,500
-1.78%
Views
71
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
$10,535
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.73%
Original Mortgage
$394,250
Outstanding Balance
$393,535
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$32,000
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 5, 1997
Sold by
Firstar Bank Illinois
Bought by
May Donald Jesse and May Susan C
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$149,900
Interest Rate
7.82%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cook Zachary | $415,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| May Donald Jesse | $187,500 | First American Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Cook Zachary | $394,250 | |
| Previous Owner | May Donald Jesse | $149,900 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/11/2025 07/11/25 | Sold | $415,000 | -1.8% | $177 / Sq Ft |
| 06/06/2025 06/06/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/02/2025 06/02/25 | For Sale | $422,500 | 0.0% | $180 / Sq Ft |
| 05/23/2025 05/23/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/17/2025 05/17/25 | Price Changed | $422,500 | -0.6% | $180 / Sq Ft |
| 05/07/2025 05/07/25 | Price Changed | $425,000 | -1.2% | $181 / Sq Ft |
| 04/28/2025 04/28/25 | For Sale | $430,000 | -- | $183 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $10,838 | $145,345 | $28,317 | $117,028 |
| 2023 | $10,345 | $131,308 | $25,582 | $105,726 |
| 2022 | $9,787 | $119,730 | $23,326 | $96,404 |
| 2021 | $9,226 | $111,939 | $21,808 | $90,131 |
| 2020 | $8,955 | $106,863 | $20,819 | $86,044 |
| 2019 | $8,632 | $101,793 | $19,831 | $81,962 |
| 2018 | $8,473 | $95,895 | $18,682 | $77,213 |
| 2017 | $8,061 | $90,655 | $17,661 | $72,994 |
| 2016 | $7,688 | $84,104 | $16,385 | $67,719 |
| 2015 | -- | $77,089 | $15,018 | $62,071 |
| 2014 | -- | $62,968 | $14,833 | $48,135 |
| 2013 | -- | $64,629 | $15,224 | $49,405 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Maya Kruzolek
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Maya Kruzolek
Baird Warner
(224) 334-9806
4 Total Sales
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Chris Bishop
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Chris Bishop
eXp Realty - St. Charles
(630) 262-9500
70 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2025
Meenu Bhaskar
Keller Williams - Bloomington
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12336890
APN: 06-34-482-007
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