4740 N Lotus Ave Chicago, IL 60630
Jefferson Park Neighborhood
4
Beds
4
Baths
1,930
Sq Ft
1923
Built
Highlights
- Recreation Room
- Heated Sun or Florida Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Wood Flooring
- Home Office
- 5-minute walk to Jefferson (Thomas) Memorial Park
About This Home
As of May 2025Jumbo 6BR/4BA plus den/office single family brick home on 50 x 125 lot with gorgeous clay tile roof. Exquisite woodwork throughout. This gorgeous home was just renovated from top to bottom and designed for today's living but keeping the vintage charm. Large kitchen with huge island with access to spacious great room and rear sun room. Primary suite is massive with stunning spa bathroom. Beautifully landscaped side and backyards. Prime location in Northeast section of Portage Park with Jefferson Park across the street. Located near Jewel, CVS, and Starbucks with restaurants nearby. This location is a commuters dream with the CTA Blue line and the Metra all nearby. Quick access to 90 and 94 expressways. All new windows throughout, central air, and dual heating. Seller is a licensed real estate agent.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475124410 Listed on: 04/21/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,916
Year Built
- Built in 1923
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 50x125
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Tile Roof
Interior Spaces
- 3-Story Property
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Recreation Room
- Heated Sun or Florida Room
- Storage Room
Kitchen
- Gas Oven
- Range with Range Hood
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 6 Potential Bedrooms
- 4 Full Bathrooms
- Soaking Tub
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Schools
- Portage Park Elementary School
- Schurz High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Baseboard Heating
- Heating System Uses Steam
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Listing and Financial Details
- Senior Tax Exemptions
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 21, 2025
Closed on
May 24, 2025
Sold by
Halo Renovations Llc
Bought by
Krawczyk David Andrew and Britten Justine Elise
Seller's Agent
Ken Jungwirth
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Marlene Rubenstein
Baird & Warner
List Price
$999,000
Sold Price
$975,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,000
-2.4%
Views
24
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.69%
Original Mortgage
$806,500
Outstanding Balance
$805,806
Interest Rate
6.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$175,472
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 3, 2024
Closed on
Nov 18, 2024
Sold by
Nicholas King Declaration Of Trust and Bielowicz Valerie
Bought by
Halo Renovations Llc
Seller's Agent
Alice Berger
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Ken Jungwirth
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$545,000
Sold Price
$515,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$30,000
-5.5%
Views
22
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
233.44%
Original Mortgage
$591,500
Interest Rate
6.32%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 20, 2006
Sold by
King Nicholas F and King Constance B
Bought by
King Nicholas and Nicholas King Declaration Of Trust
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Warranty Deed | $975,000 | Old Republic Title | |
| Deed | $515,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Deed | $515,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $806,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $591,500 | Construction |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/30/2025 05/30/25 | Sold | $975,000 | -2.4% | $505 / Sq Ft |
| 04/29/2025 04/29/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/21/2025 04/21/25 | For Sale | $999,000 | +94.0% | $518 / Sq Ft |
| 11/18/2024 11/18/24 | Sold | $515,000 | -5.5% | $267 / Sq Ft |
| 10/08/2024 10/08/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/03/2024 10/03/24 | Price Changed | $545,000 | 0.0% | $282 / Sq Ft |
| 10/03/2024 10/03/24 | For Sale | $545,000 | -- | $282 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $7,916 | $58,000 | $22,050 | $35,950 |
| 2023 | $7,678 | $43,463 | $17,640 | $25,823 |
| 2022 | $7,678 | $43,463 | $17,640 | $25,823 |
| 2021 | $7,539 | $43,463 | $17,640 | $25,823 |
| 2020 | $7,605 | $39,704 | $9,135 | $30,569 |
| 2019 | $7,628 | $44,116 | $9,135 | $34,981 |
| 2018 | $9,034 | $45,709 | $9,135 | $36,574 |
| 2017 | $5,448 | $31,369 | $8,190 | $23,179 |
| 2016 | $5,429 | $31,369 | $8,190 | $23,179 |
| 2015 | $4,927 | $31,369 | $8,190 | $23,179 |
| 2014 | $4,503 | $28,655 | $7,560 | $21,095 |
| 2013 | $4,395 | $28,655 | $7,560 | $21,095 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Ken Jungwirth
Seller's Agent in 2025
Ken Jungwirth
@ Properties
(773) 398-5585
5 in this area
181 Total Sales
-
Marlene Rubenstein
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Marlene Rubenstein
Baird Warner
(847) 565-6666
2 in this area
449 Total Sales
-
Alice Berger
Seller's Agent in 2024
Alice Berger
@ Properties
(773) 432-0200
1 in this area
105 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12343888
APN: 13-16-102-021-0000
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