NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3949 Forest Ave Downers Grove, IL 60515

Estimated Value: $373,000 - $471,275

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,038 Sq Ft
$403/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 30, 2019

Last sale price $240,000 $231 Per Sq Ft

Est. 74% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,739/month

Highlights

  • Mature Trees
  • Recreation Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Highland Elementary School Rated A-
  • Ranch Style House
  • Galley Kitchen

About This Home

As of December 2019

Sold Before Processing. 3BD, 2BTH Ranch on a 75x139 Lot with a Full Walk-Out, Finished Basement with Wet Bar & Full Bath. Great DG North Location on a Quiet Street. Easy Walk to Town, School and Train. Estate Sold in AS-IS Condition.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Elena Falco

Realty Executives Legacy License #471014157 Listed on: 11/08/2019

Realty Executives Legacy

Last Buyer's Agent

Elena Falco

Realty Executives Legacy License #471014157 Listed on: 11/08/2019

Realty Executives Legacy

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,213

Year Built

  • 1953

Lot Details

  • East or West Exposure
  • Mature Trees

Parking

  • Attached Garage
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price
  • Garage Is Owned

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Slab Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Aluminum Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Recreation Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Finished Basement
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Kitchen

  • Galley Kitchen
  • Oven or Range
  • Portable Dishwasher

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Additional Features

  • Patio
  • Property is near a bus stop

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,213

Year Built

1953

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • General Information: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus, Commuter Train, Interstate Access
  • Age: 61-70 Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Number Interior Fireplaces: 2
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Sq Ft: 2076
  • Style Of House: Ranch
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Estimated Year Built: 1953
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner, Senior
  • Total Sq Ft: 2076
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1953

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Hardwood Floors, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
  • Number Of Rooms: 7
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 18X13, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: All
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Dishwasher-Portable, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Equipment: Humidifier, Water-Softener Owned, TV-Cable, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan, Sump Pump
  • Fireplace Details: Wood Burning
  • Attic: Unfinished
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room, Basement
  • Basement: Finished
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 3
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 3
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 10X10, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Other
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 15X7, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: All
  • Kitchen Type: Galley
  • Additional Rooms: Eating Area, Recreation Room
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 12X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: All
  • Additional Room 1 Name: Eating Area, Dimensions: 8X10, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: All
  • Additional Room 2 Name: Recreation Rm, Dimensions: 25X14, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Vinyl, Windows: All
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 11X10, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: All
  • Additional Room 3 Name: Bar, Dimensions: 15X10, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Vinyl, Windows: All
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 13X9, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: All
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1038
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 2076
  • Lower Level Sq Ft: 1038
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 1038

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Exterior Building Type: Aluminum Siding
  • Roof Type: Asphalt/Glass (Shingles)
  • Exterior Property Features: Patio
  • Exposure: W (West)
  • Acreage: 0.2348

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 1
  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Garage Details: Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 1
  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Parking Included In Price: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Electricity: 100 Amp Service
  • Air Conditioner: Central Air
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Heating Fuel: Gas, Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Assessed Sq Ft: 1038

Schools

  • School District: 99
  • Elementary School: Highland Elementary School
  • Middle School: Herrick Middle School
  • High School: North High School
  • Junior High Dist: 58

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 75X139
  • Lot Description: Mature Trees
  • Parcel Identification Number: 0905103009

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 3496.12

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 8, 2019
Closed on
Dec 20, 2019
Sold by
Moskal Julie L and Freeman Revocable Livi Karen L
Bought by
Halpin David
Seller's Agent
Elena Falco
Realty Executives Legacy
Buyer's Agent
Elena Falco
Realty Executives Legacy
List Price
$275,000
Sold Price
$240,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$35,000
-12.73%
Current Estimated Value
$418,569

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$178,569
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.17%
Original Mortgage
$219,780
Outstanding Balance
$201,135
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$172,935

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 20, 2019
Sold by
Freeman Karen
Bought by
Freeman Karen L and Freeman Revocable Livi Karen L

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 10, 1998
Sold by
Kavalec John F and Kavalec Bob
Bought by
Freeman Karen
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
Halpin David $240,000 Old Republic Title
Freeman Karen L -- Attorney
Freeman Karen -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Halpin David $219,780
Previous Owner Freeman Karen $88,000
Previous Owner Freeman Karen $85,500
Previous Owner Freeman Karen $220,000
Previous Owner Freeman Karen $142,000
Previous Owner Freeman Karen $138,000
Previous Owner Freeman Karen $130,500
Previous Owner Freeman Karen $125,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/30/2019 12/30/19 Sold $240,000 -12.7% $231 / Sq Ft
11/08/2019 11/08/19 Pending -- -- --
11/08/2019 11/08/19 For Sale $275,000 -- $265 / 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 $6,213 $116,514 $68,216 $48,298
2023 $5,891 $107,110 $62,710 $44,400
2022 $5,588 $100,950 $59,100 $41,850
2021 $5,229 $99,800 $58,430 $41,370
2020 $5,130 $97,820 $57,270 $40,550
2019 $3,455 $93,860 $54,950 $38,910
2018 $3,496 $88,860 $54,600 $34,260
2017 $3,524 $85,510 $52,540 $32,970
2016 $3,628 $81,610 $50,140 $31,470
2015 $3,826 $76,780 $47,170 $29,610
2014 $3,943 $72,520 $45,860 $26,660
2013 $3,882 $72,170 $45,640 $26,530
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD10569835

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 09-05-103-009