Seller's Agent in 2024
Amy Preves
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
(847) 309-6983
1 in this area
78 Total Sales
492 N Charles St Cortland, IL 60112
Estimated Value: $306,000 - $346,000
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,640
Sq Ft
$124/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Deck
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Tennis Courts
- Property is near a park
- Ranch Style House
- Stainless Steel Appliances
About This Home
As of April 2024Come visit this meticulously maintained ranch home offering 2,640 square feet of living space (when including both levels) in Cortland Estates! Upon entering you will be impressed with the vaulted ceilings in both the living room and primary bedroom! First floor offers a primary suite along with two flex rooms! Both flex rooms have beautiful french doors and can double as a bedroom dining room, home office, sewing room etc... The kitchen is open and bright with natural light with its newer sliders (built-in blinds) that lead out to the back deck with views of the generous fenced backyard! The English basement, which boasts new LVP and carpeting, offers a family room, fourth bedroom, half bath and laundry closet along with lots of extra storage! A block away you will discover McPhillips Park! The park has it all! A playground, pickleball, walking trails and more! Please refer to the additional information for an extensive list of wonderful updates! Schedule your showing today!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate Listed on: 02/16/2024
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,779
Year Built
- Built in 1999
Lot Details
- 9,148 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 75 x 120
- Fenced Yard
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Transmitter
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Asphalt Roof
- Vinyl Siding
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 2,640 Sq Ft Home
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Gas Log Fireplace
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows
- Blinds
- Laminate Flooring
- Unfinished Attic
Kitchen
- Gas Cooktop
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Bathroom on Main Level
Laundry
- Laundry closet
- Dryer
- Washer
Finished Basement
- English Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Sump Pump
- Fireplace in Basement
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Home Security
- Storm Screens
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Schools
- Cortland Elementary School
- Huntley Middle School
- De Kalb High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 200+ Amp Service
- Water Softener Leased
Additional Features
- Deck
- Property is near a park
Listing and Financial Details
- Senior Tax Exemptions
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Community Details
Overview
- Cortland Estates Subdivision, Stanton Floorplan
Recreation
- Tennis Courts
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 16, 2024
Closed on
Mar 24, 2024
Sold by
Enright Theodore and Enright Kristine
Bought by
Backer Michael E and Backer Stacey A
Seller's Agent
Amy Preves
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Joyce Courtney
The HomeCourt Real Estate
List Price
$299,900
Sold Price
$303,000
Premium/Discount to List
$3,100
1.03%
Views
85
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$23,186
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.00%
Original Mortgage
$293,910
Outstanding Balance
$289,343
Interest Rate
6.99%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$36,843
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 25, 2022
Closed on
Sep 20, 2022
Sold by
Degand Beth A
Bought by
Enright Theodore and Enright Kristine
Seller's Agent
Jill Jacobsen-Haka
J.Jill Realty Group
Buyer's Agent
Matthew Hoffman
Hoffman Realty
List Price
$239,900
Sold Price
$240,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100
0.04%
Views
66
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
16.23%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 21, 2014
Closed on
Jul 27, 2015
Sold by
Hermach Kenneth W and Hermach Kathleen M
Bought by
Degand Beth A
Seller's Agent
Carrie Ottum
Weichert REALTORS Signature Professionals
Buyer's Agent
Jill Jacobsen-Haka
J.Jill Realty Group
List Price
$134,000
Sold Price
$134,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.46%
Original Mortgage
$131,572
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
FHA
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Backer Michael E | $303,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Enright Theodore | $240,000 | -- | |
| Degand Beth A | $134,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Backer Michael E | $293,910 | |
| Previous Owner | Degand Beth A | $131,572 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/16/2024 04/16/24 | Sold | $303,000 | +1.0% | $115 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/24/2024 02/24/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/21/2024 02/21/24 | For Sale | $299,900 | 0.0% | $114 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/19/2024 02/19/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/16/2024 02/16/24 | For Sale | $299,900 | +25.0% | $114 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/30/2022 09/30/22 | Sold | $240,000 | 0.0% | $182 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 08/29/2022 08/29/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/25/2022 08/25/22 | For Sale | $239,900 | +79.0% | $182 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/27/2015 07/27/15 | Sold | $134,000 | 0.0% | $102 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 06/18/2015 06/18/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/08/2015 06/08/15 | Price Changed | $134,000 | 0.0% | $102 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/08/2015 06/08/15 | For Sale | $134,000 | -4.2% | $102 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/04/2015 02/04/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 01/07/2015 01/07/15 | Price Changed | $139,900 | -12.5% | $106 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/04/2014 11/04/14 | Price Changed | $159,800 | -0.1% | $121 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/21/2014 09/21/14 | For Sale | $159,900 | -- | $121 / 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 | $6,432 | $85,119 | $16,315 | $68,804 |
| 2023 | $6,432 | $79,632 | $15,263 | $64,369 |
| 2022 | $5,779 | $65,268 | $14,567 | $50,701 |
| 2021 | $5,948 | $62,142 | $13,869 | $48,273 |
| 2020 | $5,939 | $60,203 | $13,436 | $46,767 |
| 2019 | $5,746 | $57,677 | $12,872 | $44,805 |
| 2018 | $5,557 | $54,546 | $12,173 | $42,373 |
| 2017 | $5,467 | $51,929 | $11,589 | $40,340 |
| 2016 | $5,212 | $48,806 | $10,892 | $37,914 |
| 2015 | -- | $45,831 | $10,228 | $35,603 |
| 2014 | -- | $44,111 | $9,844 | $34,267 |
| 2013 | -- | $45,711 | $10,201 | $35,510 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Amy Preves
-
Joyce Courtney
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Joyce Courtney
The HomeCourt Real Estate
(630) 232-2045
2 in this area
269 Total Sales
-
Jill Jacobsen-Haka
Seller's Agent in 2022
Jill Jacobsen-Haka
J.Jill Realty Group
(815) 375-1512
4 in this area
111 Total Sales
-
Matthew Hoffman
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Matthew Hoffman
Hoffman Realty
(815) 501-3351
3 in this area
72 Total Sales
-
Carrie Ottum
Seller's Agent in 2015
Carrie Ottum
Weichert REALTORS Signature Professionals
(815) 739-1275
3 in this area
96 Total Sales
-
Vickie Foster
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2015
Vickie Foster
Willow Real Estate, Inc
(815) 751-5199
4 in this area
81 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 11978798
APN: 09-20-104-002
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