4740 N Lotus Ave Chicago, IL 60630
Jefferson Park Neighborhood
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,930
Sq Ft
1923
Built
Highlights
- Second Kitchen
- Wood Flooring
- Sun or Florida Room
- Recreation Room
- Attic
- 5-minute walk to Jefferson (Thomas) Memorial Park
About This Home
As of May 2025Jumbo brick home on 50x125 lot. Gorgeous clay tile roof. Exquisite woodwork throughout. This is the first time the home has been on the market in over 60 years. Beautifully landscaped side and backyards. Tons of potential. The house needs updating. Prime location in Jefferson Park/Portage Park near shopping, restaurants, entertainment, parks, the Blue line and the Metra. Sold AS IS
Last Agent to Sell the Property
@properties Christie's International Real Estate Listed on: 10/03/2024
Last Buyer's Agent
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475124410
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,678
Year Built
- Built in 1923
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 50x125
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Parking Space is Owned
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Bar
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room
- Recreation Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Storage Room
- Laundry Room
- Attic
Kitchen
- Second Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 5 Potential Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- 3 Full Bathrooms
Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Schools
- Portage Park Elementary School
- Schurz High School
Utilities
- 3+ Cooling Systems Mounted To A Wall/Window
- Baseboard Heating
- Heating System Uses Steam
- Lake Michigan Water
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
179 Total Sales
-
Marlene Rubenstein
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Marlene Rubenstein
Baird Warner
(847) 565-6666
2 in this area
450 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: 12173615
APN: 13-16-102-021-0000
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