NOT LISTED FOR SALE

5257 Park Ave Downers Grove, IL 60515

Estimated Value: $1,327,000 - $1,530,000

5 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,340 Sq Ft
$428/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 25, 2022

Last sale price $1,216,000 $364 Per Sq Ft

Est. 18% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,268/month

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Heated Floors
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Property is near a park
  • Whittier Elementary School Rated A-
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • 3-minute walk to Randall Park

About This Home

As of April 2022

Stunning 5257 Park Avenue is located on Randall Park in one of the most desirable neighborhoods in Downers Grove. A true craftsman style home with unparalleled quality, character and luxurious custom finishes. This home is a commuter's dream, half a mile to Burlington Metra Station, vibrant downtown DG shopping and restaurants. Professionally landscaped with custom bluestone walkway leading to a spacious front porch with magnificent views of the park. An exceptional high end gourmet chef's kitchen with Viking range, custom hood, built-in 42" KitchenAid refrigerator, quartz countertops, endless custom cabinets, timeless tile backsplash, oversized quartz island with farmhouse sink and plenty of seating. Butler's pantry includes an ice maker and beverage refrigerator perfect for entertaining. Expansive light filled family room with built-ins, french doors leading to the back patio, and double sided stone fireplace adjoining the formal living room. Beautiful spacious dining room with custom floor to ceiling built-ins. Gorgeous hardwood floors, custom lighting, and solid core six panel doors throughout the first floor. Huge mudroom with custom lockers, bench seating with storage, and slate flooring. Oversized radiant heated 2 car garage with epoxy flooring leading to dog run. Tranquil master suite with architectural vaulted ceilings, stone fireplace, walk-in closet, large relaxing bath with dual vanity, soaking tub and fabulous oversized custom tiled shower. The second floor also contains three additional nice sized bedrooms all with custom closet organizers, bonus room/possible 5th bedroom, and full sized laundry room. Fully finished 3rd floor attic adds additional bonus space. Finished lower level with radiant heat, stone fireplace, full bathroom and storage area. Private covered bluestone porch with seating area and tv leads to stunning bluestone patio with stone firepit and additional seating. Endless upgrades include extensive can lighting, plantation shutters, crown molding, and an abundance of storage. Award winning DG schools. Welcome home, move right in...you will not be disappointed.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Wendy Pawlak

Keller Williams Experience License #475144278 Listed on: 02/16/2022

Keller Williams Experience

Last Buyer's Agent

Patty Wardlow

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475143618

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $16,098

Year Built

  • Built in 2008

Lot Details

  • 6,556 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x132
  • Dog Run
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Heated Garage
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 3,340 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Central Vacuum
  • Built-In Features
  • Bar Fridge
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Double Sided Fireplace
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Six Panel Doors
  • Mud Room
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Family Room Downstairs
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Recreation Room
  • Finished Attic

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • High End Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Heated Floors

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Potential Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Dual Sinks
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Sink Near Laundry

Finished Basement

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

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Fire Pit
  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near a park

Schools

  • Whittier Elementary School
  • Herrick Middle School
  • North High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Community Details

Overview

  • Randall Park Subdivision

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$16,098

Year Built

Built in 2008

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 3 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 3 Stories
  • Subdivision Name: Randall Park
  • Year Built: 2008
  • Age: 11-15 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • New Construction Y/N: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Basement: Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1100
  • Fireplace Features: Double Sided, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Interior Amenities: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Bar-Wet, Hardwood Floors, Heated Floors, Second Floor Laundry, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • LivingArea: 3340
  • Other Equipment: Central Vacuum
  • Room Type: Attic, Bedroom 5, Recreation Room, Family Room, Mud Room, Office
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 4440
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Bathroom Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower,Double Sink
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 3340
  • Basement Sq Ft: 1280
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room,Master Bedroom,Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 4620
  • Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 180
  • Upper Level Sq Ft: 2060
  • Attic: Finished
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 1280
  • Door Features: 6 Panel Door(s)

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Patio, Porch, Dog Run, Fire Pit
  • List Price: 1150000
  • Lot Features: Landscaped, Park Adjacent
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Cedar,Stone

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Number of Cars: 2
  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s),Heated
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Sink
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Park, Tennis Court(s), Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Whittier Elementary School
  • High School: North High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Herrick Middle School
  • Middle/Junior School District: 58

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1505
  • Lot Dimensions: 50X132
  • 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: 16098.36
  • Tax Year: 2020

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 11, 2023
Sold by
Gallaher David and Smith Meghan
Bought by
Gallaher David
Current Estimated Value
$1,430,870

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 16, 2022
Closed on
Mar 21, 2022
Sold by
Kevin G Jackson Declaration Of Trust
Bought by
Gallaher David and Smith Meghan
Seller's Agent
Wendy Pawlak
Keller Williams Experience
Buyer's Agent
Patty Wardlow
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$1,150,000
Sold Price
$1,216,000
Premium/Discount to List
$66,000
5.74%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.47%
Original Mortgage
$972,800
Interest Rate
3.13%
Mortgage Type
Balloon

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 4, 2020
Closed on
May 27, 2020
Sold by
Cable Keith J and Cable Amy E
Bought by
Jackson Kevin G and The Kevin G Jackson Declaratio
Seller's Agent
Carla Marinaccio
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Edward Sweeney
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
List Price
$975,000
Sold Price
$955,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,000
-2.05%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.56%
Original Mortgage
$510,400
Interest Rate
3.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 4, 2006
Sold by
Sven Mollberg Services Llc
Bought by
Cable Keith J and Cable Amy E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$244,875
Interest Rate
7.02%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 6, 2005
Sold by
Campbell Dorothy M
Bought by
Sven Mollberg Services Llc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$227,500
Interest Rate
7.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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
Gallaher David -- None Listed On Document
Gallaher David $1,216,000 Old Republic Title
Jackson Kevin G -- Precision Title
Cable Keith J $326,500 None Available
Sven Mollberg Services Llc $320,000 Atg
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Gallaher David $972,800
Previous Owner Jackson Kevin G $510,400
Previous Owner Cable Keith J $410,300
Previous Owner Cable Keith J $414,500
Previous Owner Cable Keith J $417,000
Previous Owner Cable Keith J $415,000
Previous Owner Cable Keith J $417,000
Previous Owner Cable Keith J $115,000
Previous Owner Cable Keith J $613,025
Previous Owner Cable Keith J $244,875
Previous Owner Sven Mollberg Services Llc $227,500
Previous Owner Campbell Dorothy M $15,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/25/2022 04/25/22 Sold $1,216,000 +5.7% $364 / Sq Ft
02/22/2022 02/22/22 Pending -- -- --
02/16/2022 02/16/22 For Sale $1,150,000 +20.4% $344 / Sq Ft
06/01/2020 06/01/20 Sold $955,000 -2.1% $286 / Sq Ft
03/11/2020 03/11/20 Pending -- -- --
03/04/2020 03/04/20 For Sale $975,000 -- $292 / 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 $18,380 $329,038 $59,155 $269,883
2023 $17,505 $302,480 $54,380 $248,100
2022 $17,513 $303,560 $51,490 $252,070
2021 $16,395 $300,100 $50,900 $249,200
2020 $16,098 $294,160 $49,890 $244,270
2019 $15,602 $282,250 $47,870 $234,380
2018 $15,986 $285,700 $47,610 $238,090
2017 $15,493 $274,920 $45,810 $229,110
2016 $15,188 $262,380 $43,720 $218,660
2015 $15,047 $246,850 $41,130 $205,720
2014 $13,057 $208,780 $36,350 $172,430
2013 $12,793 $207,800 $36,180 $171,620
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11323238

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 09-08-407-007