NOT LISTED FOR SALE

459 Carleton Ave Glen Ellyn, IL 60137

Estimated Value: $485,108 - $602,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,435 Sq Ft
$385/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 29, 2016

Last sale price $390,000 $272 Per Sq Ft

Est. 42% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,664/month

16 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Detached Garage
  • Benjamin Franklin Elementary School Rated A-
  • Breakfast Room
  • 3-minute walk to Spicely Park

About This Home

As of September 2016

A quiet, tree-lined street is the setting for this welcoming home in a sought after location close to town, train and schools! This stylish 4 bedroom, 2 bath home features thoughtful updates on three floors of living space, a spacious 2 car garage with abundant second floor storage, and outdoor entertaining spaces in both the front and back of the home. Inside, the living room and dining room combine modern style with traditional elements such as elegant built-in shelving and cabinets. The updated kitchen features Quartz counters, stainless steel appliances and large walk in pantry, and opens to the breakfast room with glass door to the backyard and large paver patio. The walk-out lower level adds additional recreation space with large family room and full bath. The 2nd level includes four bedrooms with custom closet organizers. White plantation shutters add privacy and charm to both the main and second floors. With the newer windows and the new roof, this home is 'move in ready'!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Matt McCollum

eXp Realty, LLC License #475141178 Listed on: 08/10/2016

Co-Listed By

Chris Lukins

Compass License #475127678

Last Buyer's Agent

Jeff Wendt

SRB Services LLC License #471011153

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,788

Year Built

  • 1919

Lot Details

  • 7,405

Parking

  • Detached Garage
  • Driveway
  • Garage Is Owned

Home Design

  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Breakfast Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Finished Basement
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Kitchen

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

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,788

Year Built

1919

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • General Information: Interstate Access
  • Age: 91-100 Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Type Detached: Split Level
  • Estimated Year Built: 1919
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1919

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Hardwood Floors
  • Number Of Rooms: 9
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 17X17, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Plantation Shutters
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal
  • Basement: Finished
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 4
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 4
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 11X10, On Level: Lower
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 8X7, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Plantation Shutters
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 10X10, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Shades
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Table Space, Pantry-Walk-in
  • Additional Rooms: Breakfast Room
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 14X10, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: Plantation Shutters
  • Additional Room 1 Name: Breakfast Rm, Dimensions: 11X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Shades
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 12X10, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: Plantation Shutters
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 11X10, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: Plantation Shutters
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 10X10, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: Plantation Shutters
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1435
  • Dining Room Type: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 22X13, On Level: Lower, Flooring: Carpet

Exterior Features

  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Roof Type: Asphalt/Glass (Shingles)

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Air Conditioner: Central Air
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Heating Fuel: Gas

Schools

  • School District: 87
  • Elementary School: BEN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
  • Middle School: HADLEY JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
  • High School: GLENBARD WEST HIGH SCHOOL
  • Junior High Dist: 41

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 100 X 85
  • Parcel Identification Number: 0511422008

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 7949

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 21, 2004
Sold by
Lentz James E and Lentz Linda M
Bought by
Braun Robert A and Braun Alyssa M
Total Days on Market
16
Current Estimated Value
$552,527

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$55,500
Interest Rate
6.34%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 15, 1997
Sold by
Zinkel Richard A and Zinkel Susan M
Bought by
Lentz James E and Lentz Linda M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$148,500
Interest Rate
7.37%
Source: Public Records

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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
Braun Robert A $370,000 --
Lentz James E $165,000 Attorneys Title Guaranty Fun
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Braun Robert A $67,000
Open Braun Robert A $345,000
Closed Braun Robert $360,000
Closed Braun Robert A $55,500
Closed Braun Robert A $296,000
Previous Owner Lentz James E $198,000
Previous Owner Lentz James E $148,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/29/2016 09/29/16 Sold $390,000 -4.6% $272 / Sq Ft
08/26/2016 08/26/16 Pending -- -- --
08/10/2016 08/10/16 For Sale $409,000 -- $285 / 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
2023 $8,788 $126,040 $29,840 $96,200
2022 $8,469 $119,110 $28,200 $90,910
2021 $8,142 $116,280 $27,530 $88,750
2020 $7,979 $115,190 $27,270 $87,920
2019 $7,798 $112,150 $26,550 $85,600
2018 $8,589 $121,990 $25,000 $96,990
2017 $8,458 $117,490 $24,080 $93,410
2016 $7,973 $105,400 $23,120 $82,280
2015 $7,949 $100,560 $22,060 $78,500
2014 $8,284 $100,980 $20,240 $80,740
2013 $8,065 $101,280 $20,300 $80,980
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD09312311

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 05-11-422-008