NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3253 N Racine Ave Unit 2 Chicago, IL 60657

Lakeview Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $559,045 - $672,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,200 Sq Ft
$175/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold June 16, 2023

Last sale price $515,000 $429 Per Sq Ft

Est. 21% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,135/month

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Laundry Room
  • Nettelhorst Elementary School Rated A-
  • Resident Manager or Management On Site
  • 2-minute walk to Margaret Donahue Park

About This Home

As of June 2023

Its proximity to the coveted Southport Corridor and an abundance of natural light make this 2bd/2ba flat special. Unobstructed windows in the open-concept living and dining area let in natural sunlight throughout the day, while its wood burning fireplace will keep you warm through Chicago's winter nights. The kitchen features 42" cabinets, granite countertops, and tiled backsplash, with all new appliances in 2019. Primary bedroom includes a walk-in closet and full bath with jacuzzi tub, and access to a private east-facing deck. Garage parking and additional storage included! Association is well managed and investor friendly. Located an 8min walk from both the Southport Brownline and Belmont Redline you have quick and easy access to all of the north side as well as downtown. Only 15min away from The Music Box, 10min to Wrigley Field, The Vic Theater and Berlin, 4min from Stage 773 and Theater Wit, making it perfect for enjoying Lakeview, Southport and Wrigleyville while being able to avoid the crowds getting home.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mary Lusk

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475163406 Listed on: 04/20/2023

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Danny Lewis

Baird & Warner License #475126641

Baird & Warner

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,385

Year Built

  • Built in 1996

Lot Details

  • 3,093

HOA Fees

  • $175 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Parking Included in Price

Interior Spaces

  • 1,200 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Attached Fireplace Door
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Potential Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, insurance, exterior maintenance
  • 3 Units

Pet Policy

  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

Additional Features

  • Community Storage Space
  • Resident Manager or Management On Site

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,385

Year Built

Built in 1996

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$175 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Type Attached: Condo
  • Ownership: Condo
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: Condo
  • Year Built: 1996
  • Age: 26-30 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Unit Floor Level: 2
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 3

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen, Gas Starter
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • LivingArea: 1200
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Stories Total: 3
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: None
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Estimated

Exterior Features

  • List Price: 455000
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick,Masonite

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Number of Cars: 1
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Laundry Features: In Unit, Laundry Closet
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK
  • Association Fee: 175
  • Association Amenities: Storage
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Management: Manager Off-site
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Management Company: n/a
  • Management Contact Name: n/a
  • Management Phone: 999-999-9999
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Insurance, Exterior Maintenance

Schools

  • Middle/Junior School District: 299

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: COMMON
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 8
  • Pets Allowed (Y/N): Yes
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes
  • Max Pet Weight: 999

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 9384.64
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 3

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 20, 2023
Closed on
Jun 14, 2023
Sold by
Watkins Kyle and Watkins Jennifer
Bought by
Kaufmann Leonore L
Seller's Agent
Mary Lusk
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Danny Lewis
Baird & Warner
List Price
$455,000
Sold Price
$515,000
Premium/Discount to List
$60,000
13.19%
Views
19
Current Estimated Value
$620,761

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$105,761
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.35%
Original Mortgage
$489,250
Outstanding Balance
$477,005
Interest Rate
6.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$143,756

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 19, 2016
Closed on
May 2, 2016
Sold by
Bailey Brian M and Hamilton Julia M
Bought by
Watkins Kyle
Seller's Agent
Olivia Carlson
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Phil Byers
Compass
List Price
$400,000
Sold Price
$400,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.61%
Original Mortgage
$360,000
Interest Rate
3.12%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 18, 2012
Sold by
Blazevic Mark
Bought by
Bailey Brian M and Hamilton Julia M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$275,000
Interest Rate
3.73%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 17, 2002
Sold by
Divito Mario
Bought by
Blazevic Mark

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$256,000
Interest Rate
7%
Mortgage Type
Balloon

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 11, 1995
Sold by
Sarvady Milan
Bought by
Divito Mario

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$135,200
Interest Rate
7.62%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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
Kaufmann Leonore L $515,000 Chicago Title
Watkins Kyle $400,000 Proper Title Llc
Bailey Brian M $332,000 None Available
Blazevic Mark $336,000 Ticor Title Insurance
Divito Mario $169,000 Ticor Title Insurance
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Kaufmann Leonore L $489,250
Previous Owner Watkins Kyle $360,000
Previous Owner Bailey Brian M $275,000
Previous Owner Blazevic Mark $256,000
Previous Owner Divito Mario $135,200
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
06/16/2023 06/16/23 Sold $515,000 +13.2% $429 / Sq Ft
04/25/2023 04/25/23 Pending -- -- --
04/20/2023 04/20/23 For Sale $455,000 +13.8% $379 / Sq Ft
06/17/2016 06/17/16 Pending -- -- --
06/17/2016 06/17/16 For Sale $400,000 0.0% $333 / Sq Ft
05/02/2016 05/02/16 Sold $400,000 -- $333 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
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 $8,032 $45,061 $15,049 $30,012
2023 $7,808 $41,382 $12,137 $29,245
2022 $7,808 $41,382 $12,137 $29,245
2021 $9,385 $49,999 $12,136 $37,863
2020 $7,958 $38,825 $5,178 $33,647
2019 $7,808 $42,293 $5,178 $37,115
2018 $8,354 $42,293 $5,178 $37,115
2017 $7,147 $33,199 $4,530 $28,669
2016 $6,149 $33,199 $4,530 $28,669
2015 $5,603 $33,199 $4,530 $28,669
2014 $4,976 $29,390 $3,701 $25,689
2013 $4,867 $29,390 $3,701 $25,689
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11763897

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 14-20-421-042-1002