NOT LISTED FOR SALE

4537 Forest Ave Downers Grove, IL 60515

Estimated Value: $636,000 - $727,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,949 Sq Ft
$347/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 15, 2016

Last sale price $477,000 $245 Per Sq Ft

Est. 42% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,364/month

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Home Office
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Pierce Downer Elementary School Rated A-
  • Detached Garage
  • Breakfast Bar

About This Home

As of July 2016

Charming, updated 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home for sale. Four finished levels. Located in the coveted NW Downers Grove neighborhood (Pierce Downer). Close to town, train, and all 3 award winning schools (Pierce, Herrick, North HS). The house has been completely updated. New or newer appliances, roof, windows, and water heater. Updated kitchen with granite and stainless steel appliances. Updated bathrooms. Custom built-ins in family room. Home Size is 1949 SF. Garage 2.5 car - Detached

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Harold Gerber

Redfin Corporation License #471018564 Listed on: 05/10/2016

Last Buyer's Agent

Brian Ruff

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group License #475119859

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,303

Year Built

  • 1970

Lot Details

  • 6,970

Parking

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

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • Home Office
  • Finished Basement
  • Partial Basement

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

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

Additional Features

  • Patio
  • Cul-De-Sac

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions
  • $4,000 Seller Concession

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,303

Year Built

1970

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Recent Rehab: Yes
  • Age: 41-50 Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Number Interior Fireplaces: 1
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Type Detached: Split Level w/ Sub
  • Estimated Year Built: 1970
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1970

Interior Features

  • Number Of Rooms: 9
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 26X14, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: None
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
  • Equipment: CO Detectors, Sump Pump
  • Attic: Unfinished
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Basement: Partial
  • Basement: Finished
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 4
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 1
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 3
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 25X7, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Vinyl, Windows: None
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: COMBO, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: None
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 13X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Ceramic Tile
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Pantry-Closet
  • Additional Rooms: Office
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 16X12, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Additional Room 2 Name: Office, Dimensions: 15X10, On Level: Lower, Flooring: Carpet
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 13X12, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 13X12, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 26X17, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Carpet
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1949
  • Dining Room Type: L-shaped
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 24X24, On Level: Lower, Flooring: Carpet

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 2.5
  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Parking Included In Price: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Electricity: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Air Conditioner: Central Air
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Heating Fuel: Gas, Forced Air

Schools

  • School District: 99
  • Elementary School: PIERCE DOWNER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
  • Middle School: HERRICK MIDDLE SCHOOL
  • Junior High Dist: 58

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 50X141
  • Lot Description: Cul-de-sac
  • Parcel Identification Number: 0905314003

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 6103

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 15, 2020
Sold by
Weninger Alfonso and Weninger Rachael
Bought by
Weninger Alfonso I and Weninger Rachael K
Current Estimated Value
$676,901

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 10, 2016
Closed on
Jul 15, 2016
Sold by
Purgatorio Pat and Purgatorio Sara
Bought by
Weninger Alfonso and Weninger Rachael
Seller's Agent
Harold Gerber
Redfin Corporation
Buyer's Agent
Brian Ruff
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
List Price
$484,000
Sold Price
$477,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,000
-1.45%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.86%
Original Mortgage
$429,300
Outstanding Balance
$347,274
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Estimated Equity
$329,627

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 15, 2009
Sold by
Pinegar Aaron
Bought by
Purgatorio Pat and Purgatorio Sara

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$389,475
Interest Rate
4.85%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 3, 2007
Sold by
Schulz Peter D and Schulz Mary M
Bought by
Pinegar Aaron

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$312,000
Interest Rate
6.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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
Weninger Alfonso I -- Attorney
Weninger Alfonso $477,000 Attorney
Purgatorio Pat $433,000 Stewart Title Company
Pinegar Aaron $390,000 Ticor Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Weninger Alfonso $429,300
Previous Owner Purgatorio Pat $389,475
Previous Owner Pinegar Aaron $312,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/15/2016 07/15/16 Sold $477,000 -1.4% $245 / Sq Ft
05/15/2016 05/15/16 Pending -- -- --
05/10/2016 05/10/16 For Sale $484,000 -- $248 / 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 $9,303 $170,502 $63,049 $107,453
2023 $8,842 $156,740 $57,960 $98,780
2022 $8,595 $152,040 $56,220 $95,820
2021 $8,045 $150,310 $55,580 $94,730
2020 $7,896 $147,330 $54,480 $92,850
2019 $7,645 $141,360 $52,270 $89,090
2018 $7,511 $137,410 $51,980 $85,430
2017 $6,824 $124,450 $50,050 $74,400
2016 $6,689 $118,780 $47,770 $71,010
2015 $6,614 $111,750 $44,940 $66,810
2014 $6,103 $100,670 $43,690 $56,980
2013 $5,978 $100,200 $43,490 $56,710
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD09221509

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 09-05-314-003