NOT LISTED FOR SALE

36 N Commonwealth Ave Elgin, IL 60123

Estimated Value: $290,000 - $311,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,939 Sq Ft
$155/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 15, 2013

Last sale price $145,000 $75 Per Sq Ft

Est. 108% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,247/month

1 Day on Market

Highlights

  • Recreation Room
  • American Four Square Architecture
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Wooded Lot
  • Wood Flooring
  • 5-minute walk to Abbott Park

About This Home

As of November 2013

Lovingly restored American 4-square on pretty, tree lined street on Elgin's West side. Open front porch for those warm summer evenings. Beautiful hardwood floors, new kitchen with granite and stainless, large family room with fireplace. Three generous BR's on second floor. Third floor is nicely finished as another BR or playroom. Deck off of family room, perfect for grilling. Finished room in the basement.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Marsha Wallace

Fox Valley Real Estate License #475098590 Listed on: 10/25/2013

Co-Listed By

Troy Wallace

Fox Valley Real Estate License #475141735

Last Buyer's Agent

Paulette Rebeck

Coldwell Banker Realty License #475080858

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,658

Year Built

  • 1913

Lot Details

  • 5,227

Parking

  • Detached Garage
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price
  • Garage Is Owned

Home Design

  • American Four Square Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Cedar

Interior Spaces

  • Recreation Room
  • Play Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Storm Screens

Kitchen

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

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas

Additional Features

  • Porch
  • Wooded Lot

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,658

Year Built

1913

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Recent Rehab: Yes
  • Age: 91-100 Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 1.1
  • Style Of House: American 4-Sq.
  • Type Detached: 3 Stories
  • Estimated Year Built: 1913
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1913

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Hardwood Floors
  • Number Of Rooms: 9
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 23X14, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: All
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances
  • Equipment: Humidifier, Water-Softener Owned, Ceiling Fan
  • Attic: Finished, Interior Stair
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Partially Finished
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 3
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 3
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 14X12, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Blinds
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 11X10, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: None
  • Additional Rooms: Play Room, Recreation Room
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 13X12, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Blinds
  • Additional Room 1 Name: Recreation Rm, Dimensions: 21X12, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Other
  • Additional Room 2 Name: Playroom, Dimensions: 19X14, On Level: 3rd Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: None
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 12X11, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Blinds
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 12X10, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Blinds
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1939
  • Dining Room Type: Separate
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 19X12, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: None

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Exterior Building Type: Cedar
  • Roof Type: Asphalt/Glass (Shingles)
  • Exterior Property Features: Porch, Storms/Screens
  • Acreage: 0.1212

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 1
  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 1
  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Parking Included In Price: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Air Conditioner: Central Air
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Heating Fuel: Gas, Forced Air

Schools

  • School District: 46
  • High School: LARKIN HIGH SCHOOL
  • Junior High Dist: 46

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 40 X 132
  • Lot Description: Wooded
  • Parcel Identification Number: 0614301025

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 4351.28

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 25, 2013
Closed on
Nov 12, 2013
Sold by
Stolze Richard A and Stolze Hannah J
Bought by
Robertson Leonard E and Robertson Linda R
Seller's Agent
Marsha Wallace
Fox Valley Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Paulette Rebeck
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$150,000
Sold Price
$145,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-3.33%
Total Days on Market
1
Current Estimated Value
$301,420

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$156,420
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.53%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 22, 2005
Sold by
Stolze Ricard A
Bought by
Stolze Richard A and Stolze Hannah J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$175,000
Interest Rate
6.4%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 24, 2003
Sold by
Kotches John S
Bought by
Stolze Richard A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$128,000
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 31, 1999
Sold by
Meyer Gary L
Bought by
Kotches John S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$145,030
Interest Rate
7.77%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Robertson Leonard E $145,000 First American Title
Stolze Richard A -- Chicago Title Insurance Comp
Stolze Richard A $160,000 Chicago Title Insurance Comp
Kotches John S $146,000 Chicago Title Insurance Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Stolze Richard A $175,000
Previous Owner Stolze Richard A $128,000
Previous Owner Kotches John S $145,800
Previous Owner Kotches John S $145,030
Closed Stolze Richard A $24,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/15/2013 11/15/13 Sold $145,000 -3.3% $75 / Sq Ft
10/26/2013 10/26/13 Pending -- -- --
10/25/2013 10/25/13 For Sale $150,000 -- $77 / 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
2023 $6,658 $78,100 $12,314 $65,786
2022 $6,175 $71,213 $11,228 $59,985
2021 $5,940 $66,579 $10,497 $56,082
2020 $5,797 $63,560 $10,021 $53,539
2019 $5,655 $60,545 $9,546 $50,999
2018 $5,456 $55,184 $8,993 $46,191
2017 $5,366 $52,169 $8,502 $43,667
2016 $5,162 $48,399 $7,888 $40,511
2015 -- $44,362 $7,230 $37,132
2014 -- $43,815 $7,141 $36,674
2013 -- $44,970 $7,329 $37,641
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD08475033

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 06-14-301-025