Seller's Agent in 2025
Elaine Pagels
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
(630) 640-2002
1 in this area
311 Total Sales
525 S Chase St Wheaton, IL 60187
Downtown Wheaton Neighborhood
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,363
Sq Ft
0.26
Acres
Highlights
- Mature Trees
- Deck
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Lowell Elementary School Rated A
- Property is near a park
- Corner Lot
About This Home
As of September 2025Curb appeal plus, loaded with interior charm. Nestled on a corner lot near downtown Wheaton, this Ranch style home offers 2+1 bedrooms, 3 baths, a 2 car garage, deck and big fenced yard. Two 1st level bedrooms and two first level bathrooms. One bedroom and one bathroom in the basement. Whether you are a first time buyer, downsizing, investing, or dreaming about your next project, this home offers so much opportunity. Wonderful location to town, Illinois Prairie Path, Hillside Tot Lot, Wheaton College, College of DuPage, Mac Arts Center, Joe Bean Stadium, Central Park, easy access to parks, schools and highways. Loaded with potential, home is being sold as-is. Hurry, this one won't last! HIGHEST AND BEST DUE MONDAY, SEPT 8TH, 5PM.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago License #475126868 Listed on: 09/04/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,429
Year Built
- Built in 1953
Lot Details
- 0.26 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 174x66x174x65
- Corner Lot
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
- Mature Trees
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Cottage
- Asphalt Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,363 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Built-In Features
- Bookcases
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Formal Dining Room
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 3 Full Bathrooms
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Fireplace in Basement
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Schools
- Emerson Elementary School
- Franklin Middle School
- Wheaton North High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Gas Water Heater
Additional Features
- Deck
- Property is near a park
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 4, 2025
Closed on
Sep 19, 2025
Sold by
Johnson Diane M and Nelson Diane M
Bought by
Meell Stephen S and Meell Mary B
Seller's Agent
Elaine Pagels
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Buyer's Agent
Kendra Schultz
Baird & Warner
List Price
$350,000
Sold Price
$380,000
Premium/Discount to List
$30,000
8.57%
Views
83
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
53.08%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 1, 2023
Sold by
Magic Junonia Rentals Llc Chase Street S
Bought by
Nelson Diane M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$225,000
Interest Rate
7.18%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 13, 2023
Sold by
Home Sweet Home Rentals Llc Chase Series and Home Sweet Home Rentals Llc
Bought by
Magic Junonia Rentals Llc Chase Street Series and Magic Junonia Rentals Llc
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 7, 2016
Sold by
Home Sweet Home Rentals Llc
Bought by
Home Sweet Home Rentals Llc Chase Series
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 8, 2012
Closed on
Feb 26, 2013
Sold by
Us Bank Na
Bought by
Homes Sweet Home Rentals Llc
Seller's Agent
Laurie Kaiser
RE/MAX Action
Buyer's Agent
John Klingelhoffer
Redfin Corporation
List Price
$153,450
Sold Price
$140,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$13,450
-8.77%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.51%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 25, 2012
Sold by
Justice James
Bought by
Bank Of America Na
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 15, 2004
Sold by
Meyer John and Meyer Kristen
Bought by
Justice James and Justice Deborah A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$236,000
Interest Rate
6.9%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 11, 2000
Sold by
Phillips William E and Phillips Sally B
Bought by
Meyer John and Meyer Kristen
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$215,500
Interest Rate
8.03%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 7, 1996
Sold by
Ayres Randall J and Ayres Lisa A
Bought by
Phillips William E and Phillips Sally B
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$180,200
Interest Rate
8.05%
Mortgage Type
VA
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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 | $380,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | Greater Illinois Title | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | Attorney | |
| Special Warranty Deed | $140,000 | None Available | |
| Sheriffs Deed | -- | Premier Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $295,000 | Multiple | |
| Warranty Deed | $240,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $186,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $225,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $236,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $215,500 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $180,200 | VA | |
| Closed | $59,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/23/2025 09/23/25 | Sold | $380,000 | +8.6% | $279 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/08/2025 09/08/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/05/2025 09/05/25 | Price Changed | $350,000 | 0.0% | $257 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/05/2025 09/05/25 | For Sale | $350,000 | +150.0% | $257 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/08/2013 03/08/13 | Sold | $140,000 | -4.0% | -- | View Prior Sale |
| 02/21/2013 02/21/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 01/21/2013 01/21/13 | Price Changed | $145,778 | -5.0% | -- | |
| 01/16/2013 01/16/13 | For Sale | $153,450 | +9.6% | -- | |
| 01/14/2013 01/14/13 | Off Market | $140,000 | -- | -- | |
| 11/07/2012 11/07/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/08/2012 10/08/12 | For Sale | $153,450 | -- | -- |
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 | $7,697 | $119,428 | $37,470 | $81,958 |
| 2023 | $7,429 | $109,930 | $34,490 | $75,440 |
| 2022 | $7,196 | $103,900 | $32,600 | $71,300 |
| 2021 | $7,179 | $101,440 | $31,830 | $69,610 |
| 2020 | $7,160 | $100,490 | $31,530 | $68,960 |
| 2019 | $7,004 | $97,840 | $30,700 | $67,140 |
| 2018 | $6,882 | $95,020 | $32,640 | $62,380 |
| 2017 | $6,792 | $91,520 | $31,440 | $60,080 |
| 2016 | $6,715 | $87,860 | $30,180 | $57,680 |
| 2015 | $3,720 | $46,670 | $28,790 | $17,880 |
| 2014 | $3,774 | $46,540 | $24,930 | $21,610 |
| 2013 | $3,781 | $54,020 | $25,000 | $29,020 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Elaine Pagels
-
Brita Pagels
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Brita Pagels
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
(630) 601-8558
1 in this area
143 Total Sales
-
Kendra Schultz
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Kendra Schultz
Baird Warner
(630) 306-3334
3 in this area
111 Total Sales
-
Laurie Kaiser
Seller's Agent in 2013
Laurie Kaiser
RE/MAX
(630) 286-9721
1 in this area
56 Total Sales
-
J
Buyer's Agent in 2013
John Klingelhoffer
Redfin Corporation
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12379343
APN: 05-16-421-015
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