$342,000
SOLD JUN 20, 2025

521 N Elm St Hillside, IL 60162

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,000 Sq Ft
6,708 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$342 Per Sq Ft

5% Above List Price

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Laundry Room
  • Central Air
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Bungalow
  • 3-minute walk to Hillside Commons Park

About This Home

As of June 2025

Welcome to your cozy retreat in Hillside, IL, ideally located on a corner lot in front of a picturesque park. This inviting home features a spacious yard with a charming wrap-around fence, perfect for daily privacy and family gatherings. The heated two-car garage offers an electric vehicle charger and epoxy flooring. Inside, you'll find an open-concept layout, with original hardwood floors, a warm board and batten wall in the living room and elegant wainscoting in the dining room. The bright kitchen boasts new stainless steel appliances and white cabinets, providing lovely park views. The finished basement adds versatility with stylish porcelain tile, a second full bath, and a laundry room with ample storage. Conveniently located near expressways and just moments from downtown Elmhurst's vibrant dining scene. For those who love their morning walks, the Prairie Path trail is located just northwest of the home for walking and biking outdoor adventures. Recent updates include a new (HVAC system) furnace and air conditioner (2023), electric vehicle charger, freshly painted, and porcelain tile basement. This charming property is a cozy sanctuary waiting for you!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Bianca Reyes

HomeSmart Realty Group License #475209262 Listed on: 05/21/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Monica Dalton

Compass License #475136127

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,427

Year Built

  • Built in 1956

Lot Details

  • 6,708 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x134
  • Wood Fence

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1,000 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Family Room
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Basement

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

Schools

  • Sunnyside Elementary School
  • Macarthur Middle School
  • Proviso West High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Community Details

  • Hillside Commons Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,427

Year Built

Built in 1956

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 1.5 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Bungalow
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 1.5 Story
  • Subdivision Name: Hillside Commons
  • Year Built: 1956
  • Age: 61-70 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • New Construction Y/N: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Oven
  • Basement: Finished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • LivingArea: 1000
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 900
  • Assessed Sq Ft: 961
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 1
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Total Sq Ft: 900
  • Square Footage Comments: Additional basement square footage.
  • Total Sq Ft: 900
  • Upper Level Sq Ft: 900
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Fencing: Fenced, Wood
  • List Price: 325000
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Asphalt, Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Electric
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Sunnyside Elementary School
  • High School: Proviso West High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Macarthur Middle School
  • Middle/Junior School District: 87

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.154
  • Lot Dimensions: 50X134
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 10
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 7427
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 21, 2025
Closed on
Jun 18, 2025
Sold by
Santiago Justin Jon
Bought by
Salinas Solanjel
Seller's Agent
Bianca Reyes
HomeSmart Realty Group
Buyer's Agent
Monica Dalton
Compass
List Price
$325,000
Sold Price
$342,000
Premium/Discount to List
$17,000
5.23%
Views
29

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-86.79%
Original Mortgage
$132,000
Outstanding Balance
$132,000
Interest Rate
7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$183,404

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 3, 2020
Closed on
Mar 14, 2020
Sold by
Saucedo Jose and Soto Margaretta
Bought by
Santiago Justin Jon
Seller's Agent
Noe Fragoso
Noe Fragoso Properties
Buyer's Agent
Aziz Shabazz
eXp Realty
List Price
$239,000
Sold Price
$240,000
Premium/Discount to List
$1,000
0.42%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.97%
Original Mortgage
$192,000
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 7, 2011
Sold by
Zavala Jacqueline and Gutierrez Jacqueline
Bought by
Saucedo Jose and Soto Margaretta

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$90,934
Interest Rate
4.02%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 26, 2004
Sold by
Coates Mary E
Bought by
Gutierrez Jacqueline and Zavala Felix

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$149,600
Interest Rate
4.62%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 7, 1994
Sold by
Bank One Chicago Na
Bought by
Coates Mary E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$168,000
Interest Rate
7.02%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $240,000 Greater Illinois Title
Warranty Deed $93,300 --
Warranty Deed $93,300 --
Warranty Deed $93,300 --
Warranty Deed $157,000 Premier Title
Trustee Deed -- Intercounty Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $72,000 Credit Line Revolving
Open $198,225 New Conventional
Closed $192,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $126,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $85,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $90,934 New Conventional
Previous Owner $198,000 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Previous Owner $154,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $149,600 Unknown
Previous Owner $168,000 FHA
Closed $168,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/20/2025 06/20/25 Sold $342,000 +5.2% $342 / Sq Ft
05/23/2025 05/23/25 Pending -- -- --
05/22/2025 05/22/25 For Sale $325,000 +35.4% $325 / Sq Ft
03/17/2020 03/17/20 Sold $240,000 +0.4% $240 / Sq Ft
02/10/2020 02/10/20 Pending -- -- --
02/03/2020 02/03/20 For Sale $239,000 -- $239 / 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 $7,427 $22,000 $3,685 $18,315
2023 $5,708 $22,000 $3,685 $18,315
2022 $5,708 $15,995 $3,183 $12,812
2021 $6,798 $18,238 $3,182 $15,056
2020 $6,598 $18,238 $3,182 $15,056
2019 $3,672 $11,725 $2,847 $8,878
2018 $3,629 $11,725 $2,847 $8,878
2017 $3,508 $11,725 $2,847 $8,878
2016 $2,964 $9,472 $2,512 $6,960
2015 $2,850 $9,472 $2,512 $6,960
2014 $2,821 $9,472 $2,512 $6,960
2013 $3,252 $11,306 $2,512 $8,794
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12369943

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 15-07-416-001-0000