343 Gale Ave River Forest, IL 60305
Estimated Value: $684,000 - $818,000
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,833
Sq Ft
$416/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Updated Kitchen
- 3-minute walk to River Forest Station
- Recreation Room
- Lincoln Elementary School Rated A
- Open Floorplan
- 2-minute walk to Keystone Park East
About This Home
As of May 2021Fantastic Location!! Updated and redesigned River Forest 4 bed 2 bath is steps from everything! This open floor plan has such a beautiful blend of vintage details with todays modern feel- open eat in kitchen with 42 in cabinets, quartz countertops, ss appliances, amazing storage. Enjoy hours of entertaining in this home with custom wood work, built ins, so much light and woodburning fireplace. Two main level oversized bedrooms with great closets and storage, hardwood floors, two second level bedrooms with so much space, 2nd full bath and great office study area. Lower level has updated mechanicals, great recreational room, so much space. Beautiful backyard with stone and paved outdoor area, steps from parks, train, schools, everything!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475142733 Listed on: 09/18/2020
Last Buyer's Agent
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475135225
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $14,958
Year Built | Renovated
- 1916 | 2015
Lot Details
- 9,148
Parking
- Detached Garage
- Driveway
- Garage Is Owned
Home Design
- Bungalow
- Stone Siding
Interior Spaces
- Open Floorplan
- Built-In Features
- Historic or Period Millwork
- Skylights
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Entrance Foyer
- Den
- Recreation Room
- Wood Flooring
- Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Oven or Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen Island
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Bathroom on Main Level
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 18, 2020
Closed on
Apr 27, 2021
Sold by
Howell Peter H and Howell Kelsey M
Bought by
Callahan Jonathan D and Callahan Julia M
Seller's Agent
Ryan Parks
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Elizabeth August
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$750,000
Sold Price
$677,250
Premium/Discount to List
-$72,750
-9.7%
Total Days on Market
147
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$85,420
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.93%
Original Mortgage
$541,800
Outstanding Balance
$495,422
Interest Rate
2.99%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$267,248
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 17, 2019
Sold by
Howell Peter and Howell Kelsey
Bought by
Howell Peter H and Howell Kelsey M
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 21, 2014
Closed on
May 30, 2014
Sold by
Small Mary Theresa G
Bought by
Howell Peter and Howell Kelsey
Seller's Agent
Deborah Watts
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Bradley Kosar
Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty
List Price
$499,343
Sold Price
$499,343
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.91%
Original Mortgage
$350,000
Interest Rate
4.34%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 9, 1996
Sold by
Small Mary Therese G
Bought by
Small Mary Therese G and Gerald F Small Family Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 17, 1995
Sold by
Firstar Bank Illinois
Bought by
Small Gerald F and Small Mary Therese G
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Callahan Jonathan D | $677,500 | Proper Title Llc | |
| Howell Peter H | -- | Attorney | |
| Howell Peter | $499,500 | Prairie Title | |
| Small Mary Therese G | -- | -- | |
| Small Gerald F | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Callahan Jonathan D | $541,800 | |
| Previous Owner | Howell Peter | $350,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Small Mary Therese G | $570,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/03/2021 05/03/21 | Sold | $677,250 | -3.1% | $369 / Sq Ft |
| 02/12/2021 02/12/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/04/2021 02/04/21 | Price Changed | $699,000 | -2.2% | $381 / Sq Ft |
| 01/06/2021 01/06/21 | Price Changed | $715,000 | -4.7% | $390 / Sq Ft |
| 10/16/2020 10/16/20 | For Sale | $750,000 | 0.0% | $409 / Sq Ft |
| 09/26/2020 09/26/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/18/2020 09/18/20 | For Sale | $750,000 | +50.2% | $409 / Sq Ft |
| 05/30/2014 05/30/14 | Sold | $499,343 | 0.0% | $272 / Sq Ft |
| 04/27/2014 04/27/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/21/2014 04/21/14 | For Sale | $499,343 | -- | $272 / Sq Ft |
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 | $14,958 | $50,009 | $10,105 | $39,904 |
| 2023 | $14,958 | $52,182 | $10,105 | $42,077 |
| 2022 | $14,958 | $46,320 | $8,695 | $37,625 |
| 2021 | $13,369 | $46,320 | $8,695 | $37,625 |
| 2020 | $13,133 | $46,320 | $8,695 | $37,625 |
| 2019 | $15,501 | $49,934 | $7,990 | $41,944 |
| 2018 | $14,675 | $49,934 | $7,990 | $41,944 |
| 2017 | $14,622 | $49,934 | $7,990 | $41,944 |
| 2016 | $12,802 | $42,292 | $6,580 | $35,712 |
| 2015 | $13,366 | $42,292 | $6,580 | $35,712 |
| 2014 | $12,243 | $42,292 | $6,580 | $35,712 |
| 2013 | $9,175 | $37,026 | $6,580 | $30,446 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Ryan Parks
Seller's Agent in 2021
Ryan Parks
@ Properties
(773) 387-3010
10 in this area
111 Total Sales
-
Elizabeth August
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Elizabeth August
@ Properties
(773) 610-8000
39 in this area
169 Total Sales
-
Deborah Watts
Seller's Agent in 2014
Deborah Watts
Compass
(708) 705-8704
8 in this area
18 Total Sales
-
Julie Downey
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2014
Julie Downey
Compass
(708) 203-0289
26 in this area
74 Total Sales
-
B
Buyer's Agent in 2014
Bradley Kosar
Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: MRD10863441
APN: 15-12-300-003-0000
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