NOT LISTED FOR SALE

4945 Florence Ave Downers Grove, IL 60515

Estimated Value: $635,000 - $769,000

2 Beds
4 Baths
2,509 Sq Ft
$280/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 19, 2016

Last sale price $437,500 $174 Per Sq Ft

Est. 61% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,726/month

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Landscaped Professionally
  • 4-minute walk to Downers Grove Fairview Avenue Station
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Lester Elementary School Rated A-
  • Recreation Room
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of April 2016

FABULOUS DUPLEX IN A WALK TO TRAIN, PARK AND SCHOOL LOCATION. HOME FEATURES TWO EXTRA LARGE MASTER SUITES WITH WHIRLPOOL TUBS, WALK-IN CLOSETS AND VAULTED CEILINGS. LARGE LIVING ROOM WITH FIREPLACE. NEWLY FINISHED HARDWOOD FLOORS. SPACIOUS KITCHEN WITH EAT IN AREA, ISLAND, NEW QUARTZ COUNTERS AND TILE BACK SPLASH. DINING ROOM. LOVELY SCREENED IN PORCH WITH NEW CANVAS AWNINGS. NEW FURNACE/AC IN 2014. NEW COUNTER TOP AND SINK IN POWDER ROOM. ENTIRE INTERIOR PAINTED ON 2014. NEW LIGHTING FIXTURES. FINISHED BASEMENT WITH BATH AND STORAGE ROOM. NEW CEDAR FENCE AND INVISIBLE FENCE. LOTS OF ADDITIONAL LANDSCAPING ADDED 2015. 3+ ELECTRIC HEATED GARAGE WITH INSULATION AND CARPET. NO HOA FEES. AWESOME HOME. EXTREMELY WELL CARED FOR.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Patti Michels

Compass License #475141453 Listed on: 02/12/2016

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Nellie Mccarthy

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago License #471004543

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,094

Year Built

  • 1996

Lot Details

  • End Unit
  • East or West Exposure
  • Landscaped Professionally

Parking

  • Detached Garage
  • Heated Garage
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slab Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Cedar

Interior Spaces

  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Attached Fireplace Door
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Dining Area
  • Recreation Room
  • Screened Porch
  • First Floor Utility Room
  • Storage Room
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Double Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Walk-In Closet
  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • Whirlpool Bathtub

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Home Security

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Community Details

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Security

  • Storm Screens

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,094

Year Built

1996

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • General Information: School Bus Service, Commuter Train, Interstate Access
  • Recent Rehab: Yes
  • Unit Floor Level: 1
  • Age: 16-20 Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Number Interior Fireplaces: 1
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 2.2
  • Estimated Year Built: 1996
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
  • Type Attached: 1/2 Duplex
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1996

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, 1st Floor Laundry, Laundry Hook-Up in Unit, Storage
  • Number Of Rooms: 7
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 20X20, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: All
  • Appliances: Oven-Double, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
  • Equipment: Humidifier, Central Vacuum, TV-Cable, Security System, Intercom, Ceiling Fan, Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn
  • Fireplace Details: Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen, Gas Starter
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Finished
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 2
  • Primary Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Bathroom Amenities: Whirlpool
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 2
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 06X06, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: None
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 18X13, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: All
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 15X25, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: All
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Eating Area-Table Space, Island
  • Additional Rooms: Eating Area, Enclosed Porch, Foyer, Recreation Room, Screened Porch, Storage, Utility Room-1st Floor, Walk In Closet
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 18X18, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: All
  • Additional Room 1 Name: Foyer, Dimensions: 10X08, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Additional Room 2 Name: Eating Area, Dimensions: 10X12, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: All
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 15X18, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: All
  • Additional Room 3 Name: Recreation Rm, Dimensions: 15X23, On Level: Lower, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: Blinds
  • Additional Room 4 Name: Screened Porch, Dimensions: 17X21, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Other
  • Additional Room 5 Name: Walk in Closet, Dimensions: 15X10, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Additional Room 6 Name: Storage, Dimensions: 18X25, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Other
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 2509
  • Dining Room Type: Separate

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick, Cedar
  • Roof Type: Asphalt/Glass (Shingles)
  • Exterior Property Features: Porch Screened, Brick Paver Patio, Storms/Screens, End Unit
  • Exposure: W (West)

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s), Transmitter(s), Heated
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 3.1
  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Parking Included In Price: Yes

Utilities

  • Electricity: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Air Conditioner: Central Air
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Heating Fuel: Gas, Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Management: Self-Management
  • Pet Information: Cats OK, Dogs OK

Schools

  • School District: 99
  • Elementary School: LESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
  • Middle School: HERRICK MIDDLE SCHOOL
  • High School: NORTH HIGH SCHOOL
  • Junior High Dist: 58

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 60X220
  • Lot Description: Landscaped Professionally
  • Parcel Identification Number: 0909111027

Multi Family

  • Total Number Unitsin Building: 2
  • Number Stories: 2

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 7636.06

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 22, 2018
Sold by
Renzi Karen
Bought by
Chicago Title Land Comany
Current Estimated Value
$703,066

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 12, 2016
Closed on
Apr 19, 2016
Sold by
Revocabl Schlueter Julie Ann M and Revocabl Julie Ann M Schlueter
Bought by
Renzi Karen
Seller's Agent
Patti Michels
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Nellie Mccarthy
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
List Price
$439,000
Sold Price
$437,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$1,500
-0.34%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.19%
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Interest Rate
3.62%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 19, 2015
Sold by
Schlueter Charles E and Schlueter Julie A
Bought by
Revocabl Schlueter Julie Ann M and Revocabl Julie Ann M Schlueter

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$243,000
Interest Rate
3.64%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 17, 2014
Closed on
Sep 16, 2014
Sold by
Opeil Dennis C and Opeil Cynthia L
Bought by
Schlueter Charles E and Schlueter Julie A
Seller's Agent
kelly norton
Baird & Warner
Buyer's Agent
Patti Michels
Compass
List Price
$420,000
Sold Price
$375,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$45,000
-10.71%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.91%
Original Mortgage
$235,000
Interest Rate
4.12%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 9, 2000
Sold by
Page Edward G and Page Betty A
Bought by
Opell Dennis C and Opeil Cynthia L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$245,000
Interest Rate
8.31%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 27, 1998
Sold by
Page Edward G and Page Betty A
Bought by
Page Edward G and Page Betty A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 18, 1996
Sold by
Page Mark Construction Inc
Bought by
Page Edward G and Page Betty

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$368,000
Interest Rate
6.12%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 14, 1994
Sold by
Nauertz Steven L and Nauertz Linda M
Bought by
Page Mark Construction Inc
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
Chicago Title Land Comany -- Chicago Title Land Trust Com
Renzi Karen $437,500 Chicago Title Ins Co
Revocabl Schlueter Julie Ann M -- Git
Schlueter Charles E $375,000 Baird & Warner Title Svcs In
Opell Dennis C $315,000 First American Title Ins
Page Edward G -- --
Page Edward G $460,000 First American Title
Page Mark Construction Inc $85,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Renzi Karen $150,000
Previous Owner Revocabl Schlueter Julie Ann M $243,000
Previous Owner Schlueter Charles E $235,000
Previous Owner Opeil Dennis C $77,701
Previous Owner Opeil Dennis C $229,600
Previous Owner Opeil Dennis C $247,000
Previous Owner Opeil Dennis C $248,000
Previous Owner Opeil Dennis C $248,000
Previous Owner Opell Dennis C $245,000
Previous Owner Page Edward G $368,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/19/2016 04/19/16 Sold $437,500 -0.3% $174 / Sq Ft
02/25/2016 02/25/16 Pending -- -- --
02/12/2016 02/12/16 For Sale $439,000 +17.1% $175 / Sq Ft
09/19/2014 09/19/14 Sold $375,000 -6.0% $149 / Sq Ft
06/10/2014 06/10/14 Pending -- -- --
05/21/2014 05/21/14 Price Changed $399,000 -5.0% $159 / Sq Ft
04/17/2014 04/17/14 For Sale $420,000 -- $167 / 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 $11,094 $209,771 $39,748 $170,023
2023 $10,512 $192,840 $36,540 $156,300
2022 $10,383 $187,420 $37,270 $150,150
2021 $9,995 $185,290 $36,850 $148,440
2020 $9,811 $181,620 $36,120 $145,500
2019 $9,503 $174,270 $34,660 $139,610
2018 $9,012 $163,680 $34,420 $129,260
2017 $8,728 $157,500 $33,120 $124,380
2016 $8,559 $150,320 $31,610 $118,710
2015 $8,157 $141,420 $29,740 $111,680
2014 $7,636 $129,460 $28,920 $100,540
2013 $7,479 $128,850 $28,780 $100,070
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD09138171

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 09-09-111-027