305 Elgin Ave Forest Park, IL 60130
Estimated Value: $505,000 - $649,821
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,159
Sq Ft
$269/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Rooftop Deck
- Recreation Room
- Sitting Room
- Property is near a park
- Tennis Courts
- Breakfast Room
About This Home
As of July 2021Completely updated 3bd/3.5ba single family home on oversized lot near downtown Forest Park. Total gut rehab in 2013 with new electrical, plumbing, roof, siding, windows, doors, and hardwood floors. Natural light filled living room and dining room with open flow to contemporary kitchen and breakfast nook. Second-floor main bedroom suite has huge walk-in closet and attached covered deck. A secondary suite with private bath is also on second floor. The bedroom on the main floor has a large walk-in closet and access to a full bath across the hall, but it could also be used as a private den or office. Full basement is completely finished and includes a half-bath and new flood control system (with lifetime warranty). New two-car garage with 2 extra parking spaces. Lovely backyard with raised patio, built-in firepit, and surrounding yard landscaping. Walking distance to Madison St in Forest Park, to downtown Oak Park, and to public transportation (Green Line, Blue Line, and Metra) for trips to downtown Chicago. This charming, inviting, convenient, and extremely well cared-for home is a must see and move-in READY!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475155290 Listed on: 06/11/2021
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $11,894
Year Built
- Built in 1889
Lot Details
- 6,800 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 50x136
- Fenced Yard
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Garage Transmitter
- Garage Door Opener
- Additional Parking
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 2,159 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Sitting Room
- Breakfast Room
- Recreation Room
Kitchen
- Double Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Finished Basement
- English Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Sump Pump
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Rooftop Deck
- Patio
- Fire Pit
- Porch
Location
- Property is near a park
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 200+ Amp Service
- Lake Michigan Water
Community Details
- Tennis Courts
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 23, 2023
Sold by
Winter Nicolas D and Richards Alexandra
Bought by
Winter Nicolas D and Richards Alexandra
Total Days on Market
15
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 11, 2021
Closed on
Jul 16, 2021
Sold by
Williams Michael E
Bought by
Richards Alexandra and Winter Nicolas D
Seller's Agent
Stephen Chertok
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Steve Scheuring
Baird & Warner
List Price
$599,000
Sold Price
$575,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,000
-4.01%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.24%
Original Mortgage
$460,000
Interest Rate
2.93%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 30, 2013
Sold by
Scout Fund Elgin Llc
Bought by
Williams Michael E
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$328,410
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 2, 2012
Closed on
Jun 27, 2012
Sold by
Krise George E and Mccullough Danny A
Bought by
Scout Fund Elgin Llc
Seller's Agent
Patrick Jacknow
Jacknow Inc., Realtor
Buyer's Agent
Heidi Rogers
Baird & Warner
List Price
$169,000
Sold Price
$115,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$54,000
-31.95%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.34%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 7, 2009
Sold by
Kriske George E
Bought by
Kriske George E
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter Nicolas D | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Richards Alexandra | $575,000 | Proper Title Llc | |
| Williams Michael E | $365,000 | None Available | |
| Scout Fund Elgin Llc | $115,000 | Lakeshore Title Agency | |
| Kriske George E | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Richards Alexandra | $460,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Willians Michael E | $320,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Williams Michael E | $328,410 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/22/2021 07/22/21 | Sold | $575,000 | -4.0% | $266 / Sq Ft |
| 06/27/2021 06/27/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/11/2021 06/11/21 | For Sale | $599,000 | +420.9% | $277 / Sq Ft |
| 06/29/2012 06/29/12 | Sold | $115,000 | -17.3% | -- |
| 05/25/2012 05/25/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/21/2012 04/21/12 | Price Changed | $139,000 | -17.8% | -- |
| 04/02/2012 04/02/12 | For Sale | $169,000 | -- | -- |
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 | $9,618 | $37,000 | $6,800 | $30,200 |
| 2023 | $9,618 | $37,000 | $6,800 | $30,200 |
| 2022 | $9,618 | $30,254 | $4,420 | $25,834 |
| 2021 | $10,300 | $30,254 | $4,420 | $25,834 |
| 2020 | $10,037 | $30,254 | $4,420 | $25,834 |
| 2019 | $11,894 | $33,780 | $4,420 | $29,360 |
| 2018 | $11,649 | $33,780 | $4,420 | $29,360 |
| 2017 | $11,393 | $33,780 | $4,420 | $29,360 |
| 2016 | $13,084 | $36,511 | $4,080 | $32,431 |
| 2015 | $12,879 | $36,511 | $4,080 | $32,431 |
| 2014 | $12,636 | $36,511 | $4,080 | $32,431 |
| 2013 | $8,704 | $26,913 | $4,080 | $22,833 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Stephen Chertok
Seller's Agent in 2021
Stephen Chertok
@ Properties
(708) 334-9634
1 in this area
11 Total Sales
-
Steve Scheuring
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Steve Scheuring
Baird Warner
(708) 369-8043
5 in this area
132 Total Sales
-
P
Seller's Agent in 2012
Patrick Jacknow
Jacknow Inc., Realtor
(708) 705-3375
-
Heidi Rogers
Buyer's Agent in 2012
Heidi Rogers
Baird Warner
(312) 898-0871
5 in this area
97 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 11120681
APN: 15-12-435-011-0000
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