NOT LISTED FOR SALE

525 E Bowen Ave Unit 3 Chicago, IL 60653

Grand Boulevard Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $296,000 - $351,114

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,615 Sq Ft
3,746 Sq Ft Lot Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: January 3, 2024

Last sale price $303,000 $188 Per Sq Ft

Est. 7% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,336 / mo

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • 1-minute walk to Park No. 592

About This Home

As of January 2024

Extra-wide and spacious third-floor condo spans over 1,600 square feet, boasting a luxurious feel. With 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, it features gleaming freshly sanded and stained hardwood floors, a living room fireplace, and elegant trim. Entire home professionally painted and move-in ready! Natural light floods the space through a wall of windows and skylights in main living area. The open layout includes a generous kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and ample room for entertaining. The primary bedroom offers a walk-in closet and an en-suite bathroom with dual sinks. Convenient in-unit laundry, a rear deck for morning coffees and summer BBQs, and large basement storage enhance the living experience. An assigned rear parking space is included. Located in Bronzeville, it's minutes away from the 90/94 expressway & DuSable Drive, Mariano's, University of Chicago, and lakefront beaches. This will be a beautiful showing and smooth sale.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lisa Foster

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475111902 Listed on: 11/27/2023

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Jalon Bass

Keller Williams Preferred Realty License #475201794

Keller Williams Preferred Realty

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,158

Year Built

  • Built in 2005

Lot Details

  • 3,746

HOA Fees

  • $140 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Brick or Stone Mason
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,615 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Built-In Features
  • Historic or Period Millwork
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Insulated Windows
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Storage
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Granite Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Sinks
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 1 Parking Space
  • Side or Rear Entrance to Parking
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Parking Lot
  • Off Alley Parking
  • Parking Included in Price

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Lake Michigan Water

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, parking, insurance, lawn care, scavenger, snow removal
  • 3 Units

Amenities

  • Community Storage Space

Pet Policy

  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,158

Year Built

Built in 2005

Lot Details

3,746 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$140 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Type Attached: Condo
  • Ownership: Condo
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: Condo
  • Year Built: 2005
  • Age: 16-20 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Unit Floor Level: 3
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 3

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Starter
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, Laundry Hook-Up in Unit, Storage, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling - 10 Foot, Open Floorplan, Special Millwork, Some Wood Floors, Dining Combo, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room, Some Insulated Wndws
  • LivingArea: 1615
  • Room Type: Deck
  • Stories Total: 3
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: None
  • Bathroom Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower,Double Sink,Soaking Tub
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Estimated

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Deck
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick,Stone

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Off Alley, Parking Lot, Rear/Side Entry
  • ParkingTotal: 1
  • Driveway: Asphalt,Off Alley
  • Parking: Space/s
  • Parking On-Site: Yes

Utilities

  • Sewer: Other
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK
  • Association Fee: 140
  • Association Amenities: Storage
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Management: Self-Management
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Management Company: Self Managed
  • Management Contact Name: Self Managed
  • Management Phone: 000-000-0000
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Parking, Insurance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Dimensions: COMMON
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 8
  • Pets Allowed (Y/N): Yes
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes
  • Max Pet Weight: 999

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 5157.96
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Exemptions: None

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 3

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 27, 2023
Closed on
Jan 3, 2024
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Lisa Foster
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Jalon Bass
Keller Williams Preferred Realty
List Price
$299,900
Sold Price
$303,000
Premium/Discount to List
$3,100
1.03%
Views
177
Current Estimated Value
$324,029

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$21,029
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.82%
Original Mortgage
$272,700
Outstanding Balance
$267,507
Interest Rate
7.29%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$56,522

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 7, 2006
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$206,320
Interest Rate
6.33%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$303,000 Fidelity National Title
$258,000 Multiple
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $272,700
Previous Owner $206,320
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
01/03/2024 01/03/24 Sold $303,000 +1.0% $188 / Sq Ft
12/04/2023 12/04/23 Pending -- -- --
11/27/2023 11/27/23 For Sale $299,900 -- $186 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History

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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
2025 $5,292 $29,009 $3,979 $25,030
2024 $5,292 $29,009 $3,979 $25,030
2023 $5,158 $25,000 $3,979 $21,021
2022 $5,158 $25,000 $3,979 $21,021
2021 $5,042 $24,999 $3,978 $21,021
2020 $4,377 $19,646 $1,932 $17,714
2019 $4,352 $21,662 $1,932 $19,730
2018 $4,279 $21,662 $1,932 $19,730
2017 $3,425 $15,910 $1,591 $14,319
2016 $3,187 $15,910 $1,591 $14,319
2015 $3,374 $18,413 $1,591 $16,822
2014 $2,310 $12,448 $1,364 $11,084
2013 $2,264 $12,448 $1,364 $11,084
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Lisa Foster

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Lisa Foster

    @ Properties

    (312) 804-3465

    4 in this area

    120 Total Sales

    Lisa Foster
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  • Jalon Bass

    Buyer's Agent in 2024

    Jalon Bass

    Keller Williams Preferred Realty

    (224) 666-9417

    1 in this area

    15 Total Sales

    Jalon Bass
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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11870097

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 20-03-217-036-1003

Illinois Cook County Chicago 60653 Grand Boulevard

525 E Bowen Ave Unit 3, Chicago, IL

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