497 S Stratford Ave Elmhurst, IL 60126
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,680
Sq Ft
9,365
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Landscaped Professionally
- Mature Trees
- English Architecture
- Edison Elementary School Rated A
- Property is near a park
- 2-minute walk to Wild Meadows Park
About This Home
As of April 2025Quaint, English Cottage in sought after Crescent Park. Walk to award winning Edison Elementary and Sandburg Middle Schools and steps from Crescent Park and the IL Prairie Path. This brick 2-story Cottage offers 4 beds and 2 full bathrooms up with refinished, original oak floors and great closet space. The main level offers a large living room with wood burning fireplace, dining area, kitchen, laundry and 4-season family room overlooking a deep wooded lot with patio. Set within a winding, tree lined streets of Crescent Park. Newer features include: 200-amp main service (2023), HVAC, humidifier, and water heater (2021), SS kitchen appliances (2019), washing machine (2024), flat roof (over family room - 2020), window treatments and refinished hardwood floors.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Prairie Path REALT License #475141260 Listed on: 02/28/2025
Last Buyer's Agent
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Prairie Path REALT License #475141260 Listed on: 02/28/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $10,836
Year Built
- Built in 1942
Lot Details
- 9,365 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 50 x 173.8 x 60 x 166
- Landscaped Professionally
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
- Mature Trees
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- English Architecture
- Cottage
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Asphalt Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,680 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Window Screens
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Kitchen
- Electric Cooktop
- Range Hood
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Laminate
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Schools
- Edison Elementary School
- Sandburg Middle School
- York Community High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 200+ Amp Service
- Lake Michigan Water
- Electric Water Heater
Additional Features
- Patio
- Property is near a park
Community Details
- English Cottage
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 28, 2025
Closed on
Apr 9, 2025
Sold by
Lesch Matthew and Lesch Judith
Bought by
Favia James
Seller's Agent
Mike Muisenga
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Prairie Path REALT
Buyer's Agent
Mike Muisenga
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Prairie Path REALT
List Price
$525,000
Sold Price
$500,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-4.76%
Views
6
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1384.80%
Original Mortgage
$375,000
Outstanding Balance
$375,000
Interest Rate
6.76%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Estimated Equity
$689,233
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 21, 2017
Sold by
Jaeger Carolyn L and Carolyn L Jaeger Revocalble Tr
Bought by
Lesch Matthew and Lesch Judith
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$374,890
Interest Rate
3.92%
Mortgage Type
VA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 16, 2017
Sold by
Jaeger Carolyn L
Bought by
Jaeger Carolyn L and Carolyn L Jaeger Revocable Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 4, 2003
Sold by
Jaeger Donald J and Jaeger Carolyn L
Bought by
Jaeger Donald J and Jaeger Carolyn L
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $500,000 | First American Title | |
| Deed | $367,000 | First American Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Attorney | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $375,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $400,491 | VA | |
| Previous Owner | $374,890 | VA |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/25/2025 04/25/25 | For Sale | $1,783,000 | +256.6% | $507 / Sq Ft |
| 04/09/2025 04/09/25 | Sold | $500,000 | -4.8% | $298 / Sq Ft |
| 02/28/2025 02/28/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/28/2025 02/28/25 | For Sale | $525,000 | -- | $313 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $7,584 | $132,930 | $101,540 | $31,390 |
| 2022 | $10,836 | $184,700 | $97,620 | $87,080 |
| 2021 | $10,568 | $180,100 | $95,190 | $84,910 |
| 2020 | $10,160 | $176,150 | $93,100 | $83,050 |
| 2019 | $9,946 | $167,470 | $88,510 | $78,960 |
| 2018 | $10,432 | $174,390 | $83,780 | $90,610 |
| 2017 | $9,887 | $166,180 | $79,840 | $86,340 |
| 2016 | $9,662 | $156,550 | $75,210 | $81,340 |
| 2015 | $9,544 | $145,850 | $70,070 | $75,780 |
| 2014 | $7,721 | $111,190 | $55,620 | $55,570 |
| 2013 | $7,643 | $112,750 | $56,400 | $56,350 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Mike Muisenga
Seller's Agent in 2025
Mike Muisenga
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Prairie Path REALT
(630) 815-5043
89 in this area
116 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12003778
APN: 06-12-221-003
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