$482,000
SOLD APR 15, 2025

4541 Sterling Rd Downers Grove, IL 60515

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,000 Sq Ft
8,137 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$482 Per Sq Ft

2% Above List Price

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Wooded Lot
  • Wood Flooring
  • Lester Elementary School Rated A-
  • Ranch Style House
  • 3-minute walk to Sterling Park

About This Home

As of April 2025

What a charmer! This freshly painted brick ranch offers the perfect mix of classic charm and modern convenience. Hardwood floors flow throughout the first floor living spaces and both bedrooms, which also feature blinds and ceiling fans for added comfort. The fantastic, updated kitchen boasts custom cabinetry and sleek stainless-steel appliances for a stylish and functional design. First floor laundry offers access to the backyard and front load washer & dryer. The fully finished basement expands your living space, featuring brand-new carpeting, a luxurious walk-in tiled shower, and ample storage-ideal for a rec room, home office, or guest suite. Enjoy outdoor living with a large, fenced yard, a screened-in porch (accessed through the kitchen), and a spacious deck, perfect for entertaining or relaxing and a 2.5-car garage, offering extra storage, a work bench and convenience. Don't miss this move-in-ready gem-Move Confidently.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Elaine Pagels

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago License #475126868

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

Co-Listed By

Brita Pagels

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago License #475161459

Last Buyer's Agent

Kelly Dugan

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475189832

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,387

Year Built

  • Built in 1955

Lot Details

  • 8,137 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50 x 166
  • Fenced
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Wooded Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,000 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Window Screens
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Screened Porch
  • Storage Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Unfinished Attic

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Potential Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

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

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Schools

  • Lester Elementary School
  • Herrick Middle School
  • North High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,387

Year Built

Built in 1955

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Ranch
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 1 Story
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Age: 61-70 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Commuter Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • New Construction Y/N: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Oven, Humidifier
  • Basement: Finished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 798
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
  • LivingArea: 1000
  • Other Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Room Type: Screened Porch, Walk In Closet, Storage
  • Window Features: Screens, Drapes
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 1798
  • Assessed Sq Ft: 1000
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Kitchen/Dining Combo
  • Total Sq Ft: 1000
  • Basement Sq Ft: 903
  • Total Sq Ft: 1903
  • Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 105
  • Attic: Unfinished
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 1000
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • List Price: 474000
  • Lot Features: Wooded
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Screened
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Main Level, In Unit
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Lester Elementary School
  • High School: North High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Herrick Middle School
  • Middle/Junior School District: 58

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1868
  • Lot Dimensions: 50 X 166
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 10
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 6387
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 14, 2025
Closed on
Apr 15, 2025
Sold by
Trust Number 14072 and Chicago Title Land Trust Company
Bought by
Shipman John and Dorning Alyssa
Seller's Agent
Elaine Pagels
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Buyer's Agent
Kelly Dugan
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$474,000
Sold Price
$482,000
Premium/Discount to List
$8,000
1.69%
Total Days on Market
6
Views
46

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-11.82%
Original Mortgage
$433,800
Outstanding Balance
$433,800
Interest Rate
7.38%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$42,174

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 3, 2015
Sold by
Venckus Jim and Venckus Cindy
Bought by
West Suburban Bank and Trust #14072

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 5, 2014
Closed on
Sep 24, 2014
Sold by
Areddia Mary Lou
Bought by
Venckus Jim and Venckus Cindy
Seller's Agent
Beata Kolpek
Platinum Partners Realtors
Buyer's Agent
Carol Madey
Keller Williams Experience
List Price
$254,900
Sold Price
$249,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,900
-2.31%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.27%
Original Mortgage
$199,200
Interest Rate
4.62%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 3, 2004
Sold by
Potempa Barbara Jean and Barbara Jean Potempa Trust
Bought by
Areddia Joseph J and Areddia Mary Lou

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$132,400
Interest Rate
5.81%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 2, 1998
Sold by
Potempa Barbara Jean
Bought by
Potempa Barbara Jean and Barbara Jean Potempa Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 15, 1998
Sold by
Mahalik Louis S
Bought by
Potempa Barbara J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$119,200
Interest Rate
7.27%

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area





Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $482,000 Chicago Title
Warranty Deed $245,000 Midwest Title & Appraisal Sv
Warranty Deed $249,000 Fidelity National Title
Deed $280,000 Premier Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Warranty Deed $149,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $433,800 New Conventional
Previous Owner $199,200 New Conventional
Previous Owner $132,400 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $115,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $119,200 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/15/2025 04/15/25 Sold $482,000 +1.7% $482 / Sq Ft
03/27/2025 03/27/25 Pending -- -- --
03/20/2025 03/20/25 For Sale $474,000 0.0% $474 / Sq Ft
03/14/2025 03/14/25 Price Changed $474,000 +90.4% $474 / Sq Ft
09/29/2014 09/29/14 Sold $249,000 -2.3% $249 / Sq Ft
09/08/2014 09/08/14 Pending -- -- --
09/05/2014 09/05/14 For Sale $254,900 -- $255 / 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
2023 $6,387 $115,450 $59,000 $56,450
2022 $5,888 $109,510 $55,870 $53,640
2021 $5,510 $108,260 $55,230 $53,030
2020 $5,406 $106,120 $54,140 $51,980
2019 $5,230 $101,820 $51,950 $49,870
2018 $4,894 $91,620 $51,670 $39,950
2017 $4,733 $88,160 $49,720 $38,440
2016 $4,634 $84,140 $47,450 $36,690
2015 $4,576 $79,160 $44,640 $34,520
2014 $3,837 $70,520 $39,450 $31,070
2013 $3,756 $70,180 $39,260 $30,920
Source: Public Records

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12309352

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 09-05-413-009