NOT LISTED FOR SALE

5148 Benton Ave Downers Grove, IL 60515

Estimated Value: $654,000 - $1,360,661

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,590 Sq Ft
$712/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 01, 2018

Last sale price $310,000 $195 Per Sq Ft

Est. 265% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,977/month

36 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Victorian Architecture
  • Sitting Room
  • Whittier Elementary School Rated A-
  • Den
  • 4-minute walk to Randall Park

About This Home

As of August 2018

Savvy buyers take note--opportunity knocks w/value pricing on this Victorian on wide 65x150 lot in prized walk to town, train, & school spot near Randall Park. Appreciate vintage charm & untapped potential & have the vision for a rehab/expand project? This very livable home waits for you to make it shine. Love "new" & want to build? The lot/location can't be beat. Many pricey projects are done: electrical, roof, siding, front porch, sewer drain, water heater, boiler, oversized 2.5 car garage, & appliances. Rooms are spacious w/natural light & closets are plentiful. Commuter's dream location is equally walkable to Main & Fairview Metra stations. Awesome express schedule gets you to Union station in about 26 min. Walk to coveted Whittier School 2.5 blocks away & bus to desirable Herrick Middle & North HS. Summer is the perfect time to make this house your home & walk to the Farmer's Market, car show, Grove Fest, Tivoli Theatre, parade, concerts in the park, & open air dining. Sold As-Is.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Julie Thompson

Julie S Thompson License #471002425 Listed on: 04/23/2018

Last Buyer's Agent

Chick Briner

Coldwell Banker Realty License #475124413

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $21,689

Year Built

  • 1898

Lot Details

  • 9,583

Parking

  • Detached Garage
  • Parking Included in Price
  • Garage Is Owned

Home Design

  • Victorian Architecture
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Walk-In Closet
  • Sitting Room
  • Den
  • Wood Flooring

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Exterior Basement Entry

Utilities

  • 3+ Cooling Systems Mounted To A Wall/Window
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Lake Michigan Water

Additional Features

  • Porch
  • East or West Exposure

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$21,689

Year Built

1898

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • General Information: Commuter Train
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Number Interior Fireplaces: 1
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 1.1
  • Style Of House: Victorian
  • Type Detached: 3 Stories
  • Estimated Year Built: 1898
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1898

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Hardwood Floors
  • Number Of Rooms: 10
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 13X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Blinds
  • Equipment: Ceiling Fan, Sump Pump
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Unfinished, Exterior Access
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 4
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 4
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 12X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Marble, Windows: Blinds
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 12X10, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Blinds
  • Additional Rooms: Den, Sitting Room, Walk In Closet
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 15X11, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Additional Room 1 Name: Den, Dimensions: 11X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Blinds
  • Additional Room 2 Name: Sitting, Dimensions: 14X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Blinds
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 12X11, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Blinds
  • Additional Room 3 Name: Walk in Closet, Dimensions: 8X8, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 12X11, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Blinds
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 12X12, On Level: 3rd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1590
  • Dining Room Type: Separate
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 16X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Blinds

Exterior Features

  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Exterior Building Type: Frame
  • Roof Type: Asphalt/Glass (Shingles)
  • Exterior Property Features: Porch
  • Exposure: E (East), W (West)
  • Acreage: 0.2228

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 2
  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Included In Price: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Air Conditioner: 3+ (Window/Wall Unit)
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Heating Fuel: Hot Water/Steam

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Assessed Sq Ft: 1590

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 65X150
  • Parcel Identification Number: 0908403016

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 7291.26

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 4, 2019
Sold by
Novak Luke J and Novak Kelli
Bought by
Novak Luke J and Novak Kelliann
Current Estimated Value
$1,132,415

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$700,000
Outstanding Balance
$617,393
Interest Rate
3.62%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$482,033

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 23, 2018
Closed on
Jul 30, 2018
Sold by
Paulus Susan
Bought by
Novak Luke J and Novak Kelli
Seller's Agent
Julie Thompson
Julie S Thompson
Buyer's Agent
Chick Briner
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$364,000
Sold Price
$310,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$54,000
-14.84%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
19.58%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 11, 2016
Sold by
Paulus Susan M
Bought by
Paulus Susan and Susan Paulus Living Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 12, 2010
Sold by
Paulus George S and Paulus Susan M
Bought by
Paulus George S and George S Paulus Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 29, 2008
Sold by
Annes Socrates and Annes Adele M
Bought by
Paulus George and Paulus Susan

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$115,000
Interest Rate
6.43%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
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
Novak Luke J -- Chicago Title
Novak Luke J $310,000 Baird & Warner Title Service
Paulus Susan -- Attorney
Paulus George S -- None Available
Paulus George $280,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Novak Luke J $700,000
Closed Novak Luke J $750,000
Previous Owner Paulus George S $115,000
Previous Owner Paulus George S $115,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/01/2018 08/01/18 Sold $310,000 -5.8% $195 / Sq Ft
05/29/2018 05/29/18 Pending -- -- --
05/24/2018 05/24/18 Price Changed $329,000 -9.6% $207 / Sq Ft
04/23/2018 04/23/18 For Sale $364,000 -- $229 / 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 $21,689 $386,833 $81,803 $305,030
2023 $20,663 $355,610 $75,200 $280,410
2022 $19,464 $336,720 $71,200 $265,520
2021 $18,223 $332,890 $70,390 $262,500
2020 $17,894 $326,300 $69,000 $257,300
2019 $7,750 $66,210 $66,210 $0
2018 $0 $0 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD09925701

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 09-08-403-020