$315,000
SOLD OCT 23, 2024

303 E Elm St Sycamore, IL 60178

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,894 Sq Ft
8,276 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$166 Per Sq Ft

2% Above List Price

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Mature Trees
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Granite Countertops

About This Home

As of October 2024

Welcome to 303 E Elm St, a beautiful gem nestled in the heart of Sycamore, IL. This property seamlessly blends historic charm with modern conveniences offering a unique experience in one of Sycamore's most desirable locations situated on a quiet tree lined street just blocks from the vibrant downtown, local shops, and eateries. The gorgeous and functional kitchen was fully remodeled in 2016 and offers 42" cabinets, soft close drawers, SS appliances, granite countertops, subway tile backsplash, recessed lighting, and hardwood floors. There is no lack of space for your family and guests with the grand yet cozy family room just off the kitchen. With it's amazing, vaulted ceiling and abundance of natural light, this space is just waiting for you to enjoy it. You'll love the new first floor bathroom renovation featuring double sinks, tile flooring, and impressive oversized tile shower. With plenty more living space on the first floor, you'll find a large dining room perfect for an everyday meal or hosting a dinner party, and additional light filled living room to utilize in many different ways, an office/den/flex room with striking immense wood sliding door providing style and function, and a wonderful enclosed porch where you can enjoy your morning coffee, a good book, or watch the world go by. Lay your head down in one of the three comfortable bedrooms on the second level. All with hardwood floors and large cedar lined closets. The second floor bathroom is spacious and timeless and offers a tub/shower. The property is situated on a lovely corner lot with mature trees, an adorable white picket fence, all new low maintenance landscaping in 2019, two decks, and brick paver patio. Loads of space for all of your outdoor needs. New A/C unit in 2024, convenient first floor laundry, whole house reverse osmosis system, all copper pipes. The basement offers great storage. This is not just a house but truly a place to call home.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Joanna Gautcher

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group License #475194033 Listed on: 09/13/2024

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group

Last Buyer's Agent

Judah Sameth

Willow Real Estate, Inc License #471022747

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,687

Year Built

  • Built in 1910

Lot Details

  • 8,276 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 90 x 89 x 80 x 90
  • Fenced Yard
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Mature Trees

Home Design

  • Brick Foundation
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,894 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Window Treatments
  • Window Screens
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Screened Porch
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Sinks
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level

Unfinished Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Sump Pump

Home Security

  • Storm Screens
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • On-Street Parking
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Parking Space is Owned
  • Assigned Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Schools

  • Southeast Elementary School
  • Sycamore Middle School
  • Sycamore High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Water Purifier is Owned
  • Water Softener is Owned

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,687

Year Built

Built in 1910

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 1910
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • New Construction Y/N: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Water Purifier Owned, Water Softener Owned, Gas Oven
  • Basement: Partial
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Interior Amenities: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Hardwood Floors, First Floor Laundry, First Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceilings - 9 Foot, Some Window Treatment, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room, Pantry
  • LivingArea: 1894
  • Other Equipment: Water-Softener Owned, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Water Heater-Gas
  • Room Type: Office, Enclosed Porch
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 1894
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 1894
  • Total Sq Ft: 1894
  • Upper Level Sq Ft: 665
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 1229
  • Door Features: Sliding Doors,Storm Door(s),Panel Door(s),Pocket Door(s),Sliding Glass Door(s)
  • Window Features: Screens,Window Treatments
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Deck, Patio, Porch Screened, Storms/Screens
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
  • List Price: 309900
  • Lot Features: Fenced Yard, Landscaped, Mature Trees, Sidewalks, Streetlights
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Assigned, Side Apron
  • ParkingTotal: 2
  • Parking: Space/s
  • Parking On-Site: Yes
  • Parking Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Closet
  • Water Source: Public

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: Southeast Elementary School
  • High School: Sycamore High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Sycamore Middle School
  • Middle/Junior School District: 427

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.19
  • Lot Dimensions: 90 X 89 X 80 X 90
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 5

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 5687
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 21, 2021
Sold by
Strain Lori
Bought by
Steele Andrew M
Current Estimated Value
$321,926

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$305,550
Interest Rate
5.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 17, 2018
Closed on
May 1, 2018
Sold by
Giuliano John M and Giuliano Ruth E
Bought by
Strain Lori
Seller's Agent
Sue Englert
Elm Street REALTORS
Buyer's Agent
Rhiannon Foster
Hometown Realty Group
List Price
$215,000
Sold Price
$217,000
Premium/Discount to List
$2,000
0.93%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.43%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 8, 2009
Sold by
Giuliano John M
Bought by
Giuliano John M and Giuliano Ruth E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$127,645
Interest Rate
5.21%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 26, 2009
Sold by
Pasque Edward B
Bought by
Giuliano John and Englert Ruth

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$127,645
Interest Rate
5.21%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 13, 2007
Sold by
Williams David
Bought by
Pasque Edward B and Pasque Stacey Jo

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$178,640
Interest Rate
6.27%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 7, 2005
Sold by
Rogers Jane C
Bought by
Williams David and Williams Donna

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$167,400
Interest Rate
5.93%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $315,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $217,000 Attorney
Warranty Deed -- --
Warranty Deed $130,000 --
Warranty Deed $173,500 --
Warranty Deed $197,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $305,550 New Conventional
Previous Owner $127,645 FHA
Previous Owner $178,640 New Conventional
Previous Owner $167,400 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
10/23/2024 10/23/24 Sold $315,000 +1.6% $166 / Sq Ft
09/17/2024 09/17/24 Pending -- -- --
09/13/2024 09/13/24 For Sale $309,900 +42.8% $164 / Sq Ft
05/01/2018 05/01/18 Sold $217,000 +0.9% $103 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/18/2018 04/18/18 Pending -- -- --
04/16/2018 04/16/18 For Sale $215,000 -- $102 / 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 $5,687 $75,414 $16,341 $59,073
2023 $5,687 $68,865 $14,922 $53,943
2022 $5,417 $63,161 $13,686 $49,475
2021 $5,142 $59,295 $12,848 $46,447
2020 $5,065 $57,837 $12,532 $45,305
2019 $4,247 $56,569 $12,257 $44,312
2018 $4,166 $54,852 $11,885 $42,967
2017 $4,052 $52,682 $11,415 $41,267
2016 $3,940 $50,278 $10,894 $39,384
2015 -- $41,118 $10,253 $30,865
2014 -- $39,045 $9,736 $29,309
2013 -- $39,794 $9,923 $29,871
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12156474

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 06-32-428-008