NOT LISTED FOR SALE

426 Spruce Ave Lake Forest, IL 60045

Estimated Value: $1,221,000 - $1,744,000

4 Beds
4 Baths
2,920 Sq Ft
$495/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: June 28, 2013

Last sale price $900,000 $308 Per Sq Ft

Est. 61% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,973 / mo

341 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Central Air
  • Sheridan Elementary School Rated A
  • Double Oven

About This Home

As of June 2013

Re-built nearly 100% from the ground up by new Owner while retaining original facade restored to perfection. Original charm recreated but with the finest in modern features and amenities including luxury gourmet kitchen. Main-floor great room encompasses kitchen, breakfast area, and family room. Main-floor bedroom ideal for study. Huge English basement partially finished with full bathroom and outside entrance

Last Agent to Sell the Property

William Castle

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago License #475077692 Listed on: 05/11/2012

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

Last Buyer's Agent

Christine McGovern

Home Again Realty, Inc License #471013767

Property Details

Home Type

  • Other

Year Built

  • 1928

Lot Details

  • 10,019

Parking

  • Garage
  • Carport
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slab Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Stucco Exterior

Kitchen

  • Double Oven
  • Microwave
  • High End Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

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

Schools

  • Sheridan Elementary School
  • Lake Forest High School

Additional Features

  • Formal Dining Room
  • Central Air

Property Details

Home Type

Other

Year Built

1928

Lot Details

10,019 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Interior Features

  • Total # Of Rooms: 9
  • Appliances: Oven-Double, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
  • Equipment: Humidifier, Ceiling Fan
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Partially Finished, Exterior Access
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Master Bedroom Level: 2nd Level
  • Master Bedroom Size: 17X14
  • Master Bedroom Flooring: Hardwood
  • Primary Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Second Bedroom Level: 2nd Level
  • Second Bedroom Size: 15X14
  • Second Bedroom Flooring: Hardwood
  • Third Bedroom Level: 2nd Level
  • Third Bedroom Size: 14X11
  • Third Bedroom Flooring: Hardwood
  • Fourth Bedroom Level: Main Level
  • Fourth Bedroom Size: 12X12
  • Fourth Bedroom Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bathroom Amenities: Whirlpool, Separate Shower
  • Living Room Level: Main Level
  • Living Room Size: 18X17
  • Living Room Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Dining Room Level: Main Level
  • Dining Room Size: 14X12
  • Dining Room Flooring: Hardwood
  • Family Room Level: Main Level
  • Family Room Size: 23X14
  • Family Room Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Level: Main Level
  • Kitchen Size: 19X10
  • Kitchen Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick, Stucco
  • Roof Type: Asphalt/Glass (Shingles)

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 2
  • Parking Type: Garage
  • Garage Type: Garage Door Opener(s), Transmitter(s), Carport

Utilities

  • Electricity: Circuit Breakers
  • Air Conditioner: Central Air
  • Water: Public
  • Heat/Fuel: Gas, Forced Air

Schools

  • Elementary School: Sheridan Elementary School
  • High School: Lake Forest High School
  • Junior High Dist: 67
  • Junior High: Deer Path Middle School

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 48 X 199

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 28, 2019
Sold by
Berklich Patrick J and Starr Kelly A
Bought by
Berklich Patrick J and Starr Kelly A
Current Estimated Value
$1,446,350

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 11, 2012
Closed on
Jun 27, 2013
Sold by
Pulkownik Michael J and Pulkownik Michael J
Bought by
Berklich Patrick J and Starr Kelly A
Seller's Agent
William Castle
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Buyer's Agent
Christine McGovern
Home Again Realty, Inc
List Price
$1,095,000
Sold Price
$900,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$195,000
-17.81%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.77%
Original Mortgage
$675,000
Outstanding Balance
$149,666
Interest Rate
2.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,296,684

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 2, 2011
Sold by
The Chicago Trust Company Na
Bought by
The Michael J Pulkownik Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 7, 2004
Sold by
Pulkownik Michael J
Bought by
Wayne Hummer Trust Co Na and Trust #Lft1561

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 14, 2003
Sold by
Johnson Charles J
Bought by
Pulkownik Michael J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$425,000
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Berklich Patrick J -- None Available
Berklich Patrick J $900,000 Fort Dearborn Land Title
The Michael J Pulkownik Trust -- Attorneys Title Guaranty Fun
Wayne Hummer Trust Co Na -- --
Pulkownik Michael J $425,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Berklich Patrick J $675,000
Previous Owner Pulkownik Michael J $425,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/28/2013 06/28/13 Sold $900,000 -5.8% $308 / Sq Ft
04/17/2013 04/17/13 Pending -- -- --
01/18/2013 01/18/13 Price Changed $955,000 -4.0% $327 / Sq Ft
08/19/2012 08/19/12 Price Changed $995,000 -9.1% $341 / Sq Ft
05/11/2012 05/11/12 For Sale $1,095,000 -- $375 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

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 $15,656 $306,394 $109,707 $196,687
2023 $14,699 $256,766 $91,937 $164,829
2022 $14,699 $249,437 $89,313 $160,124
2021 $14,288 $247,286 $88,543 $158,743
2020 $13,970 $248,654 $89,033 $159,621
2019 $13,271 $244,090 $87,399 $156,691
2018 $15,583 $309,215 $117,042 $192,173
2017 $15,092 $304,047 $115,086 $188,961
2016 $14,468 $320,415 $109,543 $210,872
2015 $14,297 $301,709 $103,148 $198,561
2014 $14,788 $280,099 $92,606 $187,493
2012 $14,501 $274,772 $93,410 $181,362
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • William Castle

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    William Castle

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

    (847) 735-6374

    10 in this area

    18 Total Sales

    William Castle
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    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    Christine McGovern

    Home Again Realty, Inc

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD08066094

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 12-28-203-012

Illinois Lake County Lake Forest 60045

426 Spruce Ave, Lake Forest, IL

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