NOT LISTED FOR SALE

281 S Grace Ave Elmhurst, IL 60126

Estimated Value: $768,000 - $810,844

4 Beds
3 Baths
1,677 Sq Ft
$465/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 23, 2013

Last sale price $385,000 $230 Per Sq Ft

Est. 103% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,203/month

12 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Formal Dining Room
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Soaking Tub
  • Hawthorne Elementary School Rated A
  • Fenced Yard
  • Central Air

About This Home

As of July 2013

College View Charmer that's been meticulously updated w/all the character preserved. This wonderful home has all kinds of updates: granite Kitchen w/SS apps.; baths; windows; roof; plumbing; carpeting. Home features HW flooring, 1st floor Den, fin. bsmnt. w/FR, wet bar & powder room, inviting front porch, gorgeous custom in-ground pool, 2-tiered deck w/hot tub, and green space. Walk to town. This is a short sale.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Dan Arenz

Baird & Warner License #471019712 Listed on: 03/14/2013

Baird & Warner

Last Buyer's Agent

Martha Jorden

Fathom Realty IL LLC License #475122627

Fathom Realty IL LLC

Property Details

Home Type

  • Other

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,816

Year Built

  • 1925

Lot Details

  • 7,841

Parking

  • Garage Transmitter
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Stucco Exterior

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Soaking Tub
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

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

Schools

  • Hawthorne Elementary School
  • York Community High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Lake Michigan Water

Additional Features

  • Formal Dining Room
  • Fenced Yard

Property Details

Home Type

Other

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,816

Year Built

1925

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Interior Features

  • Total # Of Rooms: 9
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances
  • Attic: Unfinished
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Finished
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Master Bedroom Level: 2nd Level
  • Master Bedroom Size: 18X11
  • Master Bedroom Flooring: Carpet
  • Second Bedroom Level: 2nd Level
  • Second Bedroom Size: 15X12
  • Second Bedroom Flooring: Carpet
  • Third Bedroom Level: 2nd Level
  • Third Bedroom Size: 11X9
  • Third Bedroom Flooring: Carpet
  • Fourth Bedroom Level: Main Level
  • Fourth Bedroom Size: 13X11
  • Fourth Bedroom Flooring: Carpet
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower, Soaking Tub
  • Living Room Level: Main Level
  • Living Room Size: 14X13
  • Living Room Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Dining Room Level: Main Level
  • Dining Room Size: 13X12
  • Dining Room Flooring: Hardwood
  • Family Room Level: Lower
  • Family Room Size: 26X14
  • Family Room Flooring: Carpet
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Breakfast Bar
  • Kitchen Level: Main Level
  • Kitchen Size: 13X10
  • Kitchen Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Exterior Building Type: Stucco
  • Roof Type: Asphalt/Glass (Shingles)

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 1
  • Parking Type: Garage
  • Garage Type: Transmitter(s)
  • Driveway: Asphalt

Utilities

  • Electricity: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
  • Air Conditioner: Central Air
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Heat/Fuel: Gas, Forced Air

Schools

  • Elementary School: Hawthorne Elementary School
  • High School: York Community High School
  • Junior High Dist: 205
  • Junior High: Sandburg Middle School

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 50 X 166
  • Lot Description: Fenced Yard

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 14, 2013
Closed on
Jul 16, 2013
Sold by
Peterson Jay E and Peterson Kelli A
Bought by
Best Carol M
Seller's Agent
Dan Arenz
Baird & Warner
Buyer's Agent
Martha Jorden
Fathom Realty IL LLC
List Price
$399,900
Sold Price
$385,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,900
-3.73%
Current Estimated Value
$779,961

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$394,961
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.47%
Original Mortgage
$346,500
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 31, 2007
Sold by
Gaughan Terance M and Gaughan Kristine L
Bought by
Peterson Jay E and Peterson Kelli A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$356,175
Interest Rate
6.71%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 16, 1999
Sold by
Kulton William and Kulton Christopher
Bought by
Gaughan Terance M and Gaughan Kristine L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
7.43%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 12, 1997
Sold by
Born Deann Longfellow
Bought by
Kulton Christopher and Kulton William

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$180,500
Interest Rate
6%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Best Carol M $375,000 Citywide Title Corporation
Peterson Jay E $475,000 Atg
Gaughan Terance M $254,000 --
Kulton Christopher $190,000 --
Born Dean Longfellow -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Best Carol M $346,500
Previous Owner Peterson Jay E $356,175
Previous Owner Gaughan Terance M $200,000
Previous Owner Kulton Christopher $180,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/23/2013 07/23/13 Sold $385,000 -3.7% $230 / Sq Ft
03/26/2013 03/26/13 Pending -- -- --
03/14/2013 03/14/13 For Sale $399,900 -- $238 / 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 $12,816 $220,660 $97,337 $123,323
2023 $11,902 $204,050 $90,010 $114,040
2022 $11,530 $196,150 $86,520 $109,630
2021 $11,246 $191,270 $84,370 $106,900
2020 $10,812 $187,080 $82,520 $104,560
2019 $10,587 $177,870 $78,460 $99,410
2018 $8,818 $148,330 $74,270 $74,060
2017 $8,623 $141,340 $70,770 $70,570
2016 $8,440 $133,150 $66,670 $66,480
2015 $8,354 $124,040 $62,110 $61,930
2014 $9,369 $127,580 $49,300 $78,280
2013 $9,267 $129,370 $49,990 $79,380
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD08291974

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 06-02-321-010