5034 Grand Ave Western Springs, IL 60558
Forest Hills Neighborhood
4
Beds
4.5
Baths
4,731
Sq Ft
0.3
Acres
Highlights
- Recreation Room
- American Four Square Architecture
- Mud Room
- Forest Hills Elementary School Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- 4-minute walk to Forest Hill Park
About This Home
As of September 2022Ideally located in the heart of Forest Hills, this classically gorgeous home is equally stunning inside and out. Meticulous detail in the lush landscaping highlight the beauty of the exterior and create an impressive backyard retreat. Oversized back patio boasts a built-in kitchen and gas firepit overlooking the sprawling private yard. The welcoming foyer offers views into the living and dining rooms showcased by newly refinished hardwood floors and exquisitely detailed molding throughout. The extra-large dining room offers plenty of space for holiday family gatherings or dinner parties and conveniently opens to the kitchen. This kitchen is a showstopper! Fully renovated in 2019 and spared no expense with all new custom cabinetry, large Sub Zero refrigerator and separate freezer, two Thermador stoves, Thermador dishwasher, quartz countertops, designer lighting and center island with prep sink. The kitchen offers both a dining area as well as a long breakfast bar overlooking the sun-filled family room with 13-ft ceilings and a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace. Lockers and storage galore in the new mudroom adjacent to the huge 3 car attached garage. Second floor has everything, four very large bedrooms, all with custom walk-in closets, newly remodeled jack-jill bathroom, newly remodeled ensuite bathroom, and an outstanding primary suite with huge double vanity bathroom and an enormous walk-in closet with convenient access to the laundry room. Finished third floor offers two big rooms that could be used as an additional bedroom, office or home gym with large storage room. Fun recreational basement with 100" projection theater system, built-in bar, card table and gaming area, 5th bedroom, brand new full bathroom and huge storage room. Recently remodeled throughout, optimal living and entreating space with the perfect layout and extreme attention detail around every corner, this home is true perfection.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475169313 Listed on: 06/25/2022
Last Buyer's Agent
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #471000202
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $34,885
Year Built
- Built in 2003
Lot Details
- 0.3 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 70x187
- Sprinkler System
Parking
- 3 Car Attached Garage
- Heated Garage
- Garage Transmitter
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- American Four Square Architecture
- Asphalt Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
- Cedar
Interior Spaces
- 4,731 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- Central Vacuum
- Built-In Features
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Mud Room
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Living Room
- Breakfast Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Recreation Room
- Game Room
- Home Gym
Kitchen
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- Dishwasher
- Wine Refrigerator
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 5 Potential Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Dual Sinks
- Shower Body Spray
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on upper level
- Dryer
- Washer
Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Sump Pump
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Home Security
- Home Security System
- Intercom
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Fire Pit
- Outdoor Grill
Schools
- Forest Hills Elementary School
- Mcclure Junior High School
- Lyons Twp High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Humidifier
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 200+ Amp Service
- Power Generator
- Lake Michigan Water
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 29, 2019
Closed on
Apr 17, 2019
Sold by
Wangard Carrie and Wangard Matthew
Bought by
Moriarty Myles and Moriarty Sarah
Seller's Agent
Nellie Mccarthy
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Buyer's Agent
Patti Cella
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$1,595,000
Sold Price
$1,600,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
0.31%
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
$548,894
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.81%
Original Mortgage
$250,000
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 1, 2011
Sold by
Schuster James F and Schuster Carol J
Bought by
Wangard Matthew and Wangard Carrie
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,148,000
Interest Rate
4.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 6, 2004
Sold by
Martin Charles F and Martin Mary Jane
Bought by
Schuster James F and Schuster Carol J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,040,000
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 1, 2002
Sold by
Kandalec Charles D and Kandalec Judith M
Bought by
Martin Charles F and Martin Mary Jane
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$488,000
Interest Rate
4%
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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 | $1,600,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $1,435,000 | Git | |
| Warranty Deed | $600,000 | First American Title Ins | |
| Warranty Deed | $610,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $750,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Closed | $250,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $1,056,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $1,148,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $250,000 | Stand Alone First | |
| Previous Owner | $700,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $740,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $300,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $1,040,000 | Construction | |
| Previous Owner | $488,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $166,305 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $78,000 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/26/2022 09/26/22 | Sold | $1,949,000 | 0.0% | $412 / Sq Ft |
| 06/25/2022 06/25/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/25/2022 06/25/22 | For Sale | $1,949,000 | +21.8% | $412 / Sq Ft |
| 05/14/2019 05/14/19 | Sold | $1,600,000 | +0.3% | $338 / Sq Ft |
| 03/30/2019 03/30/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/29/2019 03/29/19 | For Sale | $1,595,000 | -- | $337 / 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 | $35,424 | $159,373 | $11,804 | $147,569 |
| 2023 | $30,090 | $159,373 | $11,804 | $147,569 |
| 2022 | $30,090 | $121,254 | $10,164 | $111,090 |
| 2021 | $34,890 | $149,068 | $10,164 | $138,904 |
| 2020 | $34,885 | $149,068 | $10,164 | $138,904 |
| 2019 | $26,794 | $119,741 | $9,180 | $110,561 |
| 2018 | $26,133 | $119,741 | $9,180 | $110,561 |
| 2017 | $25,367 | $119,741 | $9,180 | $110,561 |
| 2016 | $22,955 | $98,351 | $7,869 | $90,482 |
| 2015 | $22,531 | $98,351 | $7,869 | $90,482 |
| 2014 | $22,201 | $98,351 | $7,869 | $90,482 |
| 2013 | $20,422 | $91,699 | $7,869 | $83,830 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Catherine Pajauskas
Seller's Agent in 2022
Catherine Pajauskas
@ Properties
(773) 412-5856
8 in this area
67 Total Sales
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Patti Cella
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2022
Patti Cella
@ Properties
(708) 288-4135
11 in this area
79 Total Sales
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Elizabeth Kenna Burke
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Elizabeth Kenna Burke
@ Properties
(630) 669-9151
1 in this area
66 Total Sales
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N
Seller's Agent in 2019
Nellie Mccarthy
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
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E
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2019
Ed McCarthy
HomeSmart Realty Group
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 11445452
APN: 18-07-221-031-0000
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