$275,000
SOLD MAY 12, 2020

3120 W Carmen Ave Unit 3 Chicago, IL 60625

Albany Park Neighborhood
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,200 Sq Ft
$292/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$229 Per Sq Ft

4% Below List Price

18 Days on Market

Highlights

  • River Front
  • Wood Flooring
  • End Unit
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • 5-minute walk to Ronan Park

About This Home

As of May 2020

Beautiful Top Floor -Front Facing- Southern exposure 2 bedroom 2 bathroom condo in North Park, just steps from North Park University and Swedish Convenient Hospital. This spacious sunny top floor floor condo features beautiful exposed brick, hardwood floors, a large living room with a wood burning fireplace. The unit features a remodeled 2nd bathroom and a kitchen with maple cabinets and stainless steel appliances. The south and west exposure allows tons of sunlight and a back deck. The two large bedrooms have good closet space and have a master suite. The condo is complemented by in-unit LG washer/dryer, gas forced heat & central A/C. 1 outdoor parking space is included in the price. Great location close to North Side College Prep, Ronan Park and North Shore Channel bike trail. Albany Park restaurants, shopping, CTA Brown Line, and much more are within walking distance.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kathryn Mastandrea

Coldwell Banker Realty License #475125008 Listed on: 02/20/2020

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Camille Canales

Compass License #475167459

Compass

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,591

Year Renovated

  • 2003

Lot Details

  • River Front
  • End Unit
  • Southern Exposure
  • East or West Exposure
  • Landscaped Professionally

HOA Fees

  • $292 per month

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Storage
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • Whirlpool Bathtub

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

Parking

  • Parking Available
  • Off-Street Parking
  • Parking Included in Price
  • Assigned Parking

Location

  • Property is near a bus stop

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Individual Controls for Heating
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • $1,450 Seller Concession

Community Details

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Additional Features

  • Common Area
  • Storm Screens

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,591

Year Renovated

2003

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$292 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • General Information: Commuter Bus, Commuter Train, Interstate Access
  • Recent Rehab: Yes
  • Unit Floor Level: 2
  • Age: Unknown
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Number Interior Fireplaces: 1
  • Ownership: Condo
  • Rehab Year: 2003
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Estimated Year Built: U
  • Type Attached: Condo, Penthouse
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 3
  • Year Renovated: 2003

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Hardwood Floors, Laundry Hook-Up in Unit, Storage
  • Number Of Rooms: 5
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 17X15, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances
  • Equipment: TV-Cable, Intercom, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan
  • Fireplace Details: Wood Burning, Gas Logs, Gas Starter
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 2
  • Primary Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Bathroom Amenities: Whirlpool
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 2
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 05X04, On Level: Main Level
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 15X13, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 14X10, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Breakfast Bar
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 13X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Additional Room 1 Name: Foyer, Dimensions: 07X05, On Level: Main Level
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 12X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1200
  • Dining Room Type: Separate

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Exterior Property Features: Storms/Screens, End Unit
  • Exposure: S (South), E (East), W (West)

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 1
  • Parking: Space/s
  • Parking Details: Assigned Spaces, Off Street
  • Number Parking Spaces: 1
  • Parking On Site: Yes
  • Parking Included In Price: Yes
  • Parking Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Electricity: Circuit Breakers
  • Air Conditioner: Central Air
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Heating Fuel: Gas, Forced Air, Indv Controls

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Max Pet Weight: 50
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Management: Manager Off-site
  • Pet Information: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Pet Weight Limitation
  • Common Area Amenities: Park/Playground
  • Assessment Includes: Water, Parking, Common Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal
  • Assessment Association Fees: 292
  • Management Contact Name: Sarah Peterson
  • Management Phone: 773-572-0880

Fee Information

  • Management Company: Westward Management

Schools

  • School District: 299
  • Elementary School: Hibbard Elementary School
  • Middle School: Albany Park Multicultural Elemen
  • High School: Roosevelt High School
  • Junior High Dist: 299

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: COMMON
  • Lot Description: Common Grounds, Landscaped Professionally, River Front
  • Parcel Identification Number: 13123020181003

Multi Family

  • Total Number Unitsin Building: 19
  • Number Stories: 3

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 3889.55

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 20, 2020
Closed on
May 8, 2020
Sold by
Buethe John P and Buethe Sara C
Bought by
Kaminsky Isaac
Seller's Agent
Kathryn Mastandrea
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Camille Canales
Compass
List Price
$285,000
Sold Price
$275,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-3.51%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.32%
Original Mortgage
$220,000
Outstanding Balance
$196,050
Interest Rate
3.37%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$147,254

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 5, 2017
Sold by
Kruger Richard and Diebag Jason
Bought by
Buethe John P and Buethe Sara C

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$199,600
Interest Rate
4.37%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 23, 2010
Sold by
Danielsen Mary
Bought by
Harlan Jamie and Harlan Sarah

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 12, 2005
Sold by
Malstesta David
Bought by
Kruger Richard

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$216,000
Interest Rate
5.71%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 14, 2003
Sold by
Carmen On The River Ltd
Bought by
Malatesta David

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$170,000
Interest Rate
5%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $275,000 Stewart Title Company
Warranty Deed $249,500 Attorney
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed $270,000 Pntn
Warranty Deed $244,000 Cti
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $220,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $199,600 New Conventional
Previous Owner $63,462 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $216,000 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Previous Owner $54,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $170,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/17/2025 07/17/25 Pending -- -- --
07/14/2025 07/14/25 For Sale $325,000 +18.2% $271 / Sq Ft
05/12/2020 05/12/20 Sold $275,000 -3.5% $229 / Sq Ft
03/09/2020 03/09/20 Pending -- -- --
02/20/2020 02/20/20 For Sale $285,000 0.0% $238 / Sq Ft
04/10/2016 04/10/16 Rented $1,675 +1.5% --
04/01/2016 04/01/16 Under Contract -- -- --
03/31/2016 03/31/16 Off Market $1,650 -- --
03/28/2016 03/28/16 Price Changed $1,650 -8.3% $1 / Sq Ft
03/21/2016 03/21/16 For Rent $1,800 -- --
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 $4,591 $26,256 $3,277 $22,979
2023 $4,454 $25,000 $2,622 $22,378
2022 $4,454 $25,000 $2,622 $22,378
2021 $4,372 $24,999 $2,621 $22,378
2020 $3,222 $17,514 $1,357 $16,157
2019 $3,265 $19,627 $1,357 $18,270
2018 $3,890 $19,627 $1,357 $18,270
2017 $2,465 $14,790 $1,217 $13,573
2016 $2,470 $14,790 $1,217 $13,573
2015 $2,237 $14,790 $1,217 $13,573
2014 $2,535 $16,180 $1,123 $15,057
2013 $2,474 $16,180 $1,123 $15,057
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD10643157

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 13-12-302-018-1003