$199,900
SOLD JUL 8, 2019

338 N Commonwealth Ave Elgin, IL 60123

Grant Park Neighborhood
3 Beds
4 Baths
1,254 Sq Ft
8,712 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$159 Per Sq Ft

1 Day on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • Fenced Yard
  • Wood Flooring
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Detached Garage

About This Home

As of November 2021

Step into time in this charming home. Sellers have done so much to the exterior & interior of this home. Painted exterior with Sherwin Williams Duration paint, new encased windows with double pane low E & UV protected,attic insulated, Master bath remodel with 21" soaking tub, electrical updated, carpet, whole house fan, nest/smoke/CO detector thru out, know galvanized piping in this home. Stunning beveled glass will stay with home. Friendly neighborhood with fenced yard & garage that opens on both sides. Tall ceilings, nostalgic image, polished hardwoods, tons of charm, buyers could make it their own by interior painting. This home has endured for generations see what it has to offer you.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Christine Kohlhagen

HomeSmart Connect LLC License #475127589 Listed on: 05/24/2019

HomeSmart Connect LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Gary R. Eisenach

Keller Williams Premiere Properties License #471017696

Keller Williams Premiere Properties

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,430

Year Built

  • 1896

Lot Details

  • East or West Exposure
  • Fenced Yard

Parking

  • Detached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking
  • Parking Space is Owned
  • Garage Is Owned
  • Unassigned Parking

Home Design

  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Cedar

Interior Spaces

  • Entrance Foyer
  • Dining Area
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Walk-In Closet
  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • Dual Sinks
  • Soaking Tub
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Gas

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,430

Year Built

1896

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 3.1
  • Style Of House: Farmhouse
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Estimated Year Built: 1896
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
  • Total Sq Ft: 717
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1896

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Hardwood Floors, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Number Of Rooms: 7
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 11X13, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Equipment: Ceiling Fan, Fan-Whole House
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Finished
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 3
  • Primary Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower, Double Sink, Soaking Tub
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 3
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 11X13, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 15X11, On Level: Main Level
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Table Space, Pantry-Closet
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Eating Area
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 13X11, On Level: 2nd Level
  • Additional Room 1 Name: Foyer, Dimensions: 5X6, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Additional Room 2 Name: Eating Area, Dimensions: 9X11, On Level: Main Level
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 10X11, On Level: 2nd Level
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 11X8, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1254
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 717
  • Basement Sq Ft: 717
  • Basement Finished Sq Ft: 717
  • Dining Room Type: Combined w/ LivRm

Exterior Features

  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Exterior Building Type: Cedar
  • Roof Type: Asphalt/Glass (Shingles)
  • Exterior Property Features: Deck, Porch
  • Exposure: E (East)
  • Acreage: 0.2

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 4
  • Parking: Garage, Space/s
  • Parking Details: Unassigned, Off Street, Driveway
  • Number Parking Spaces: 2
  • Parking On Site: Yes
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 2
  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Parking Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Electricity: Circuit Breakers
  • Air Conditioner: Central Air
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Heating Fuel: Gas

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Special Assessments: U

Schools

  • School District: 46
  • Junior High Dist: 46

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 66X132X66X132
  • Lot Description: Fenced Yard
  • Parcel Identification Number: 0614107010

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 5169

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 16, 2021
Closed on
Nov 16, 2021
Sold by
Richardson Patrick J and Richardson Meghan
Bought by
Gomez Oscar and Guzman Yesenia Perez
Seller's Agent
Gary R. Eisenach
Keller Williams Premiere Properties
Buyer's Agent
Gabriela Melgoza
eXp Realty - Chicago North Ave
List Price
$247,000
Sold Price
$250,000
Premium/Discount to List
$3,000
1.21%
Current Estimated Value
$323,489

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$73,489
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.25%
Original Mortgage
$245,471
Outstanding Balance
$227,700
Interest Rate
3.62%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$96,702

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 24, 2019
Closed on
Jun 17, 2019
Sold by
Quick Daniel A and Quick Amy
Bought by
Richardson Patrick J and Richardson Meghan
Seller's Agent
Christine Kohlhagen
HomeSmart Connect LLC
Buyer's Agent
Gary R. Eisenach
Keller Williams Premiere Properties
List Price
$199,900
Sold Price
$199,900

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.94%
Original Mortgage
$196,278
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 24, 2013
Closed on
Jul 10, 2013
Sold by
Pacific Global Bank
Bought by
Quick Daniel A
Seller's Agent
Teresa Stultz
Premier Living Properties
Buyer's Agent
Christine Kohlhagen
HomeSmart Connect LLC
List Price
$139,800
Sold Price
$140,000
Premium/Discount to List
$200
0.14%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.13%
Original Mortgage
$133,000
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 24, 2013
Closed on
Jul 5, 2013
Sold by
Kane County Of Sheriff
Bought by
Pacific Global Bank
Seller's Agent
Teresa Stultz
Premier Living Properties
Buyer's Agent
Christine Kohlhagen
HomeSmart Connect LLC
List Price
$139,800
Sold Price
$140,000
Premium/Discount to List
$200
0.14%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$133,000
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 27, 2004
Sold by
Medford Kenneth S and Medford Carol L
Bought by
Maranan Rey L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$194,750
Interest Rate
8%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 26, 1996
Sold by
Langenbach Lawrence F and Langenbach Marie E
Bought by
Medford Kenneth S and Medford Carol L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$113,900
Interest Rate
7.86%
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $250,000 Old Republic Title
Warranty Deed $200,000 Fidelity National Title
Warranty Deed $140,000 None Available
Sheriffs Deed $275,915 Greater Illinois Title Compa
Warranty Deed $205,000 Chicago Title Insurance Comp
Warranty Deed $120,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $9,862 FHA
Closed $5,632 FHA
Open $245,471 FHA
Previous Owner $196,278 FHA
Previous Owner $123,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $133,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $28,500 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $228,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $33,940 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $194,750 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $168,000 Balloon
Previous Owner $26,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $131,500 Unknown
Previous Owner $113,900 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/17/2021 11/17/21 Sold $250,000 +1.2% $349 / Sq Ft
09/27/2021 09/27/21 Pending -- -- --
09/16/2021 09/16/21 For Sale $247,000 +23.6% $344 / Sq Ft
07/08/2019 07/08/19 Sold $199,900 0.0% $159 / Sq Ft
05/25/2019 05/25/19 Pending -- -- --
05/24/2019 05/24/19 For Sale $199,900 +42.8% $159 / Sq Ft
07/12/2013 07/12/13 Sold $140,000 0.0% $112 / Sq Ft
06/09/2013 06/09/13 Pending -- -- --
06/08/2013 06/08/13 Off Market $140,000 -- --
05/24/2013 05/24/13 For Sale $139,800 -- $111 / 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 $6,430 $88,345 $23,827 $64,518
2023 $6,122 $79,813 $21,526 $58,287
2022 $5,790 $72,776 $19,628 $53,148
2021 $5,535 $68,041 $18,351 $49,690
2020 $5,377 $64,956 $17,519 $47,437
2019 $5,219 $61,875 $16,688 $45,187
2018 $5,170 $58,290 $15,721 $42,569
2017 $5,051 $55,105 $14,862 $40,243
2016 $4,812 $51,123 $13,788 $37,335
2015 $4,753 $46,859 $12,638 $34,221
2014 $4,753 $46,281 $12,482 $33,799
2013 $4,753 $47,502 $12,811 $34,691
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD10392437

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 06-14-107-010