Seller's Agent in 2025
Jim Ongena
@ Properties
(312) 682-8500
1 in this area
105 Total Sales
3601 Forest Ave Brookfield, IL 60513
Estimated Value: $435,483 - $665,000
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,120
Sq Ft
$276/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Living Room
- Laundry Room
- Dining Room
- S. E. Gross Middle School Rated 9+
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Carpet
About This Home
As of August 2025If you are interested in a piece of history the home known as the Brookfield Kindergarten, could be a perfect for you. This 3-bedroom, 3-bath Prairie style home designed by famed architect William Drummond, has been completely renovated, winning the Kristin Visser Historical Preservation Award (given every other year to honor the renovation of a Frank Lloyd Wright or Prairie School building). The distinctive building provides instant curb appeal and recognition. The home itself is newly appointed, with recently renovated features. It is cooled with central air conditioning, and in cold weather the wood-burning fireplace in the family room keeps everything cozy. The house also boasts a full basement and an attached garage with two parking spaces. It is the surroundings that make this home remarkable, however. A gorgeous stone patio showcases a verdant and private backyard. Salt Creek literally runs through the backyard, and across it is a large plot of forested land. Owners will find kayak put-in spots steps from their back door! The world-famous Brookfield Zoo mins away, as is the Riverside-Brookfield High School. Metra's Brookfield stop is also less than three blocks away, and transportation across Chicagoland is extremely convenient.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475111769 Listed on: 02/28/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $16,882
Year Built
- Built in 1910 | Remodeled in 2017
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 137 x 225
- Additional Parcels
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
Interior Spaces
- 2,120 Sq Ft Home
- 1.5-Story Property
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Carpet
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry Room
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- 3 Full Bathrooms
Schools
- Brook Park Elementary School
- S E Gross Middle School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Community Details
- Prairie William Drummond
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 28, 2025
Closed on
Aug 14, 2025
Sold by
Nicholas T Witkowski Revocable Living Tr and Lauren Louise Witkowski Revocable Living
Bought by
Wilkens Bruce
Seller's Agent
Jim Ongena
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Anthony Zammitt
Lofty LLC
List Price
$675,000
Sold Price
$637,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$37,500
-5.56%
Views
636
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
-$51,379
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-24.43%
Original Mortgage
$478,125
Outstanding Balance
$477,770
Interest Rate
7.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$108,351
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 23, 2020
Sold by
Witkowski Nicholas T and Waninski Lauren
Bought by
Witkowski Nicholas T and Witkowski Nicholas T
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 25, 2018
Sold by
Witkowski Nicholas T
Bought by
Witkowski Nicholas T and Waninski Lauren
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 29, 2017
Sold by
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation
Bought by
Witkowski Nicholas T
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
3.99%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 9, 2017
Sold by
Wagner Dru R
Bought by
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 24, 2003
Sold by
Western Springs National Bank & Trust
Bought by
Wagner John A and Wagner Dru R
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$322,700
Interest Rate
5.95%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilkens Bruce | $637,500 | Chicago Title | |
| Witkowski Nicholas T | -- | Attorney | |
| Witkowski Nicholas T | -- | None Available | |
| Witkowski Nicholas T | $250,000 | Attorneys Title Guaranty Fun | |
| Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation | $67,703 | None Available | |
| Wagner John A | $445,000 | Cti |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Wilkens Bruce | $478,125 | |
| Previous Owner | Witkowski Nicholas T | $200,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Wagner John A | $322,700 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/28/2025 08/28/25 | Sold | $637,500 | -5.6% | $301 / Sq Ft |
| 07/17/2025 07/17/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/28/2025 02/28/25 | For Sale | $675,000 | -- | $318 / 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 | $9,153 | $27,625 | $13,595 | $14,030 |
| 2023 | $10,204 | $27,625 | $13,595 | $14,030 |
| 2022 | $10,204 | $26,543 | $11,783 | $14,760 |
| 2021 | $9,921 | $26,541 | $11,782 | $14,759 |
| 2020 | $10,451 | $26,541 | $11,782 | $14,759 |
| 2019 | $4,791 | $12,148 | $10,423 | $1,725 |
| 2018 | $4,600 | $12,148 | $10,423 | $1,725 |
| 2017 | $3,534 | $12,148 | $10,423 | $1,725 |
| 2016 | $5,401 | $16,007 | $9,516 | $6,491 |
| 2015 | $5,164 | $16,007 | $9,516 | $6,491 |
| 2014 | $5,101 | $16,007 | $9,516 | $6,491 |
| 2013 | $4,353 | $14,796 | $3,625 | $11,171 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Jim Ongena
-
Anthony Zammitt
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Anthony Zammitt
Lofty LLC
(312) 866-6785
1 in this area
37 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12257008
APN: 15-34-406-011-0000
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