NOT LISTED FOR SALE

493 Lake Ave Crystal Lake, IL 60014

Estimated Value: $338,605 - $383,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,580 Sq Ft
$231/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 19, 2020

Last sale price $239,900 $152 Per Sq Ft

Est. 52% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,078/month

9 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach
  • Mature Trees
  • Ranch Style House
  • Crystal Lake Central High School Rated A
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Walk-In Pantry

About This Home

As of June 2020

The DEAL of a lifetime! LOW price for this Beautifully UPDATED and IMMACULATE 3 BR/2 bath Ranch located in the highly sought after Gates Neighborhood. Large living room has a beautiful view of the landscaped yard and perennials w/ sliders to patio. NEW fireplace in family room w/vaulted ceilings. Newly painted t/o, hardwood floors all bedrooms, updated flooring throughout home. Enjoy the many amenities this neighborhood offers including walking distance to Crystal Lake's Main Beach, summertime concerts in the park, & the Lakeside Fest. & vaulted ceilings adds to the charm of this mid century modern home. Newer windows throughout makes this home light & bright. LOTS of storage in the attic w/ pull-down stairs, the 4' dry crawl space w/ easy access, a 2-1/2+ car garage w/ tons of built in-space. Extra long driveway is perfect for large family gatherings. LIVE the lake life with LOW taxes.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Christine Frank

Compass License #475142468 Listed on: 04/22/2020

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Melissa Kostelnik

RE/MAX Plaza License #475161965

RE/MAX Plaza

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • 1960

Lot Details

  • 0.31

Parking

  • Detached Garage
  • Carport
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price
  • Garage Is Owned

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Slab Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Cedar

Interior Spaces

  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Crawl Space
  • Storm Screens

Kitchen

  • Galley Kitchen
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Water Rights

Additional Features

  • Patio
  • Mature Trees

Community Details

  • Beach

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

1960

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • General Information: School Bus Service, Commuter Train
  • Age: 51-60 Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Number Interior Fireplaces: 1
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Style Of House: Ranch
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Estimated Year Built: 1960
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1960

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Laundry, 1st Floor Full Bath
  • Number Of Rooms: 7
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 11X15, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Wood Laminate, Windows: Blinds
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances
  • Equipment: CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan, Radon Mitigation System(s)
  • Fireplace Details: Wood Burning
  • Attic: Pull Down Stair
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Basement: Crawl
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 3
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 3
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 5X5, On Level: Main Level
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 11X15, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Wood Laminate, Windows: Blinds
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 8X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Wood Laminate
  • Kitchen Type: Galley, Pantry-Closet
  • Additional Rooms: No additional rooms
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 12X13, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Blinds
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 11X12, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Blinds
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 11X12, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Blinds
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1580
  • Dining Room Type: Separate
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 13X21, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Wood Laminate, Windows: Blinds

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Exterior Building Type: Cedar
  • Roof Type: Asphalt/Glass (Shingles)
  • Exterior Property Features: Patio, Storms/Screens
  • Acreage: 0.315

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 3
  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s), Transmitter(s), Carport
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 3
  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Parking Included In Price: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Air Conditioner: Central Air
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Heating Fuel: Gas, Forced Air

Schools

  • School District: 155
  • Elementary School: South Elementary School
  • Middle School: Lundahl Middle School
  • High School: Crystal Lake Central High School
  • Junior High Dist: 47

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 13719
  • Lot Description: Beach, Water Rights, Mature Trees
  • Parcel Identification Number: 1906431005

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 6092.78

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 22, 2020
Closed on
Jun 19, 2020
Sold by
Hightower Charles and Hightower Annegret
Bought by
Rasmussen Donna
Seller's Agent
Christine Frank
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Melissa Kostelnik
RE/MAX Plaza
List Price
$239,900
Sold Price
$239,900
Current Estimated Value
$364,401

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$124,501
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.11%
Original Mortgage
$191,920
Outstanding Balance
$172,187
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$192,214

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 20, 2017
Sold by
Hightower Cahrles and Hightower Annegret
Bought by
Hightower Charles and Hightower Anngret

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 4, 2017
Sold by
Hightower Charles and Hightower Annegret
Bought by
Hightower Charles and Hightower Charles

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 11, 2016
Closed on
Sep 20, 2016
Sold by
Micek John B
Bought by
Hightower Charles and Hightower Anna
Seller's Agent
Jacqueline Casino
Redfin Corporation
Buyer's Agent
Lori Rowe
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$249,900
Sold Price
$240,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,900
-3.96%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.70%
Original Mortgage
$216,000
Interest Rate
3.43%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 19, 2000
Sold by
Brandon Penelope A
Bought by
Micek John B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$102,000
Interest Rate
8.08%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
Rasmussen Donna $240,000 First American Title
Hightower Charles -- Attorney
Hightower Charles -- Attorney
Hightower Charles $240,000 Old Republic Title
Micek John B -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Rasmussen Donna $191,920
Previous Owner Hightower Charles $216,000
Previous Owner Micek John B $102,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
06/19/2020 06/19/20 Sold $239,900 0.0% $152 / Sq Ft
05/01/2020 05/01/20 Pending -- -- --
04/22/2020 04/22/20 For Sale $239,900 0.0% $152 / Sq Ft
09/23/2016 09/23/16 Sold $240,000 -4.0% $152 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/16/2016 08/16/16 Pending -- -- --
08/11/2016 08/11/16 For Sale $249,900 -- $158 / 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
2024 -- $88,053 $21,406 $66,647
2023 $1,989 $78,752 $19,145 $59,607
2022 $1,989 $69,723 $19,963 $49,760
2021 $1,989 $64,955 $18,598 $46,357
2020 $1,989 $62,656 $17,940 $44,716
2019 $4,889 $59,970 $17,171 $42,799
2018 $6,093 $65,825 $13,705 $52,120
2017 $6,046 $62,011 $12,911 $49,100
2016 $4,620 $58,160 $12,109 $46,051
2013 -- $54,256 $11,296 $42,960
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD10696017

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 19-06-431-005