NOT LISTED FOR SALE

281 S Lawndale Ave Elmhurst, IL 60126

Estimated Value: $690,853 - $787,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,000 Sq Ft
$370/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 23, 2019

Last sale price $530,000 $265 Per Sq Ft

Est. 40% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,069/month

21 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Landscaped Professionally
  • French Provincial Architecture
  • Heated Sun or Florida Room
  • Edison Elementary School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • Fenced Yard

About This Home

As of August 2019

Location! Location! Beautiful French Provincial in the most prestigious area of Elmhurst. Enjoy the old world charm with modern updates throughout this family home. Features include a Carrera marble fireplace in the formal living room plus a formal dining room for entertaining. Gourmet kitchen has all stainless appliances & granite counter tops. Have your own "Garden Party" in the stunning Amdega English Conservatory overlooking the lush professional landscaping & paver brick patio all nestled on an over-sized 220 ft deep fenced in lot! 2nd floor of home offers 3 BR's, w/one BR opening to terrace over garage. Finished bsmt offers a large family room, stone fireplace, utility room w/workshop & tons of storage. 1 car attached garage has the potential to be removed or converted into a covered attached carport which would allow you to build a new 2+ car detached garage in the back. Wonderful location - walk to town, train, schools & parks. Easy access to expressways.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ginny Leamy

Compass License #475126031 Listed on: 06/20/2019

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Raissa Alandy

Redfin Corporation License #475128303

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,527

Year Built

  • 1940

Lot Details

  • Fenced Yard
  • Landscaped Professionally

Parking

  • Attached Garage
  • Parking Included in Price
  • Garage Is Owned

Home Design

  • French Provincial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Stone Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Heated Sun or Florida Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Crawl Space

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Two Heating Systems
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Additional Features

  • Brick Porch or Patio
  • Property is near a bus stop

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,527

Year Built

1940

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • General Information: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus, Commuter Train, Interstate Access
  • Age: 71-80 Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Number Interior Fireplaces: 2
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 1.1
  • Style Of House: French Provincial
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Estimated Year Built: 1940
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner, Senior
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1940

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Hardwood Floors
  • Number Of Rooms: 8
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 20X13, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room, Basement
  • Basement: Partially Finished, Crawl
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 3
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 3
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 13X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 13X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Additional Rooms: Sun/Florida Room Heated
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 21X13, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Additional Room 1 Name: Sun/Florida Room Heated, Dimensions: 19X17, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Slate
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 13X11, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 11X8, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 2000
  • Dining Room Type: Separate
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 20X12, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Carpet

Exterior Features

  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick, Stone
  • Roof Type: Asphalt/Glass (Shingles)
  • Exterior Property Features: Brick Paver Patio
  • Acreage: 0.2557

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 1
  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Included In Price: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Electricity: Circuit Breakers
  • Air Conditioner: Central Air
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Heating Fuel: Gas, Forced Air, 2+ Sep Heating Systems

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 50X220
  • Lot Description: Fenced Yard, Landscaped Professionally
  • Parcel Identification Number: 0601323008

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 11482

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 20, 2019
Closed on
Aug 12, 2019
Sold by
Bonnell Brian and Apple Stephanie
Bought by
Cavanagh Patrick and Cavanagh Rachel
Seller's Agent
Ginny Leamy
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Raissa Alandy
Redfin Corporation
List Price
$569,900
Sold Price
$530,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$39,900
-7%
Current Estimated Value
$740,213

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$210,213
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.12%
Original Mortgage
$477,000
Outstanding Balance
$423,062
Interest Rate
3.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$287,001

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 5, 2017
Sold by
Scheeler Andrew and Scheeler Caroline
Bought by
Bonnell Brian and Apple Stephanie

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$381,600
Interest Rate
4.23%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Cavanagh Patrick $530,000 Attorneys Ttl Guaranty Fund
Bonnell Brian $477,000 Chicago Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Cavanagh Patrick $477,000
Previous Owner Bonnell Brian $381,600
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/23/2019 08/23/19 Sold $530,000 -7.0% $265 / Sq Ft
07/11/2019 07/11/19 Pending -- -- --
06/20/2019 06/20/19 For Sale $569,900 -- $285 / 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
2023 $11,527 $197,870 $116,790 $81,080
2022 $10,868 $185,230 $112,270 $72,960
2021 $10,600 $180,630 $109,480 $71,150
2020 $10,191 $176,670 $107,080 $69,590
2019 $11,940 $199,840 $101,810 $98,030
2018 $12,060 $200,670 $96,380 $104,290
2017 $11,483 $191,220 $91,840 $99,380
2016 $11,228 $180,140 $86,520 $93,620
2015 $11,099 $167,820 $80,600 $87,220
2014 $9,987 $140,600 $64,640 $75,960
2013 $9,884 $142,580 $65,550 $77,030
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD10424277

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 06-01-323-008