Seller's Agent in 2025
Carrie McCormick
@ Properties
(312) 961-4612
16 in this area
723 Total Sales
2728 N Seminary Ave Chicago, IL 60614
Sheffield & DePaul Neighborhood
5
Beds
4.5
Baths
4,100
Sq Ft
2003
Built
Highlights
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- 4-minute walk to Diversey Station
- Recreation Room
- Lincoln Park High School Rated A
- Property is near a park
- 5-minute walk to Wiggly Field Dog Park
About This Home
As of August 2025This 4100 SQFT single family home is ideally located on a tree-lined street in the heart of Lincoln Park. Recent updates include a new roof, new custom wrought iron fence, exterior tuckpointing and sealing, new windows in the primary and top floor bedrooms, and a newly stained and sealed back deck. On the main level, a double height living room enjoys abundant natural light flowing through two stories of windows and a fireplace with stone surround. A separate dining room has a conveniently positioned wet bar with wine fridge and is located just off the kitchen with copious cabinet space, granite counters, and Sub-Zero, Bosch, and Thermador appliances. The family room has an adjacent powder room and sliding doors that open to a large roof deck. The primary occupies nearly the entire second level and features a bedroom with fireplace and wet bar, walk-in closet, and a lofted sitting room overlooking the living room. The ensuite primary bath has a steam shower, jetted tub, sauna, double sinks, heated floors, and private commode. A second bedroom, a full bath, and laundry room are also located on the second floor. The top floor has a large sunroom with direct access to a graciously sized terrace overlooking Magnolia Street, a bedroom with a walk-in closet, a full bath with tub/shower, and large, west-facing terrace. The lower level has a spacious recreation room, two bedrooms, one full bath, and access to the attached, 2-car garage and storage room. This home is located on a quiet, one-way street in the center of a lively neighborhood within close proximity to parks, playgrounds, restaurants, bars, theaters, and public transportation.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475123706 Listed on: 06/19/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $25,613
Year Built
- Built in 2003
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Rubber Roof
- Stone Siding
Interior Spaces
- 4,100 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Central Vacuum
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Formal Dining Room
- Recreation Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Wood Flooring
- Fire Sprinkler System
Kitchen
- Double Oven
- Range
- Microwave
- High End Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Wine Refrigerator
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5 Potential Bedrooms
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Whirlpool Bathtub
- Steam Shower
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Schools
- Harriet Tubman Elementary School
- Lincoln Park High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 200+ Amp Service
- Lake Michigan Water
- Cable TV Available
Additional Features
- Lot Dimensions are 30 x 100
- Property is near a park
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 19, 2025
Closed on
Aug 7, 2025
Sold by
Alan G Shepard Trust and Debra J Shepard Trust
Bought by
Soto Julian Ruben and Soto Elizabeth Ann
Seller's Agent
Carrie McCormick
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Scott Curcio
Baird & Warner
List Price
$1,650,000
Sold Price
$1,525,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$125,000
-7.58%
Views
38
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
298.76%
Original Mortgage
$1,181,875
Outstanding Balance
$1,180,857
Interest Rate
6.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$476,105
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 17, 2015
Sold by
Shepard Alan and Shepard Debra
Bought by
Shepard Alan G and Alan G Shepard Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 13, 2010
Sold by
Damon Randy A
Bought by
Shepard Alan and Shepard Debra
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
4.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 16, 2005
Sold by
Damon Randy and Stern Joni
Bought by
Damon Randy A and Stern Joni E
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 20, 2003
Sold by
Stern Joni
Bought by
Damon Rudy and Stern Joni
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$996,000
Interest Rate
3.9%
Mortgage Type
Negative Amortization
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 30, 2001
Sold by
Perez Alfredo and Perez Kathleen L
Bought by
Stern John
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$750,000
Interest Rate
6.75%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $1,525,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Deed | $1,460,000 | Cti | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Greater Illinois Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $500,000 | First American Title |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,181,875 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $408,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $417,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $996,000 | Negative Amortization | |
| Previous Owner | $250,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $1,000,000 | Negative Amortization | |
| Previous Owner | $1,726,000 | Construction | |
| Previous Owner | $750,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/18/2025 08/18/25 | Sold | $1,525,000 | -4.6% | $372 / Sq Ft |
| 07/15/2025 07/15/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/08/2025 07/08/25 | Price Changed | $1,599,000 | -3.1% | $390 / Sq Ft |
| 06/19/2025 06/19/25 | For Sale | $1,650,000 | -- | $402 / 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 | $25,613 | $149,534 | $47,430 | $102,104 |
| 2023 | $24,947 | $124,710 | $38,250 | $86,460 |
| 2022 | $24,947 | $124,710 | $38,250 | $86,460 |
| 2021 | $26,432 | $134,771 | $38,250 | $96,521 |
| 2020 | $24,136 | $101,761 | $18,360 | $83,401 |
| 2019 | $21,534 | $110,610 | $18,360 | $92,250 |
| 2018 | $24,136 | $125,621 | $18,360 | $107,261 |
| 2017 | $26,390 | $125,967 | $16,320 | $109,647 |
| 2016 | $24,730 | $125,967 | $16,320 | $109,647 |
| 2015 | $22,602 | $125,967 | $16,320 | $109,647 |
| 2014 | $25,332 | $139,101 | $13,770 | $125,331 |
| 2013 | $24,821 | $139,101 | $13,770 | $125,331 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Carrie McCormick
-
Scott Curcio
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Scott Curcio
Baird Warner
(773) 517-6585
1 in this area
469 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12396069
APN: 14-29-400-032-0000
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