NOT LISTED FOR SALE

535 Jackson Ave River Forest, IL 60305

Estimated Value: $1,234,000 - $1,546,000

5 Beds
3 Baths
3,504 Sq Ft
$378/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 26, 2021

Last sale price $945,000 $270 Per Sq Ft

Est. 34% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,663/month

84 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Formal Dining Room
  • Roosevelt Middle School Rated A
  • Detached Garage

About This Home

As of October 2021

This magnificent and sprawling brick Tudor is located in the heart of central River Forest. Pristine oak floors, custom built-ins and cabinetry and exquisite architectural details grace this space. The front entry with built-in settee and grand staircase foyer greet you and flows into the large formal living room with custom built-in fireplace surrounds and room for multiple conversation areas! Don't miss the sunroom off the living room with its 3 walls of bright windows perfect as a quiet space, study, or office. Host your favorite holidays in the large formal dining room. The custom cook's kitchen by Mark Menna Designs can handle your best cuisine prep with large island, loads of granite counterspace, fine cabinetry , stainless appliances, and access to the park-like back yard and new deck! The breakfast area is perfect for informal dining or as a small TV family space. 1st floor bedroom is perfect for guests with a new full bath. Three large bedrooms with more beautiful oak floors are on the 2nd level including the home's original primary with double closets as well as a large bright dressing room/walk-in closet. This level's full bath is also new! The primary suite located on the 3rd level also has another office space, a new full bath as well as huge storage. The large rec room in the basement can be your home gym and workout area. More storage is also located in this lower level. This home has so many updates including newer windows throughout, newer heat boiler, space pac air conditioning and so much more. Walk to all that is great about River Forest as well as Oak Park... schools, dining, shops, nightlife, and all forms of transportation like the Metra or the Green Line. This fantastic home is move-in ready!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Steve Scheuring

Baird & Warner License #475135445 Listed on: 06/07/2021

Baird & Warner

Last Buyer's Agent

Jamie Lowe

James Lowe License #471003271

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built | Renovated

  • 1925 | 2018

Lot Details

  • 0.31

Parking

  • Detached Garage
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 3-Story Property
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Partially Finished Basement

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built | Renovated

1925 | 2018

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Type Detached: 3 Stories
  • Property Sub Type: 3 Stories
  • Age: 91-100 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: Commuter Bus,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2018
  • Architectural Style: Tudor
  • Directions: North of Lake Street just east of Lathrop
  • Lot Size: 75X183
  • New Construction: No
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Special Features: None
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Year Renovated: 2018

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop, Range Hood
  • Has Basement: Full
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: Partially Finished
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Possible Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Other Equipment: Humidifier, Security System
  • Dining Room Type: Bedroom 5, Breakfast Room, Office, Recreation Room, Workshop, Heated Sun Room, Foyer, Storage, Walk In Closet, Deck

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Exterior Features: Deck
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling: Space Pac
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Steam, Radiator(s)
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: 200
  • Middle Or Junior School: Roosevelt School

Lot Info

  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 16
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
  • Tax Annual Amount: 23137.7
  • Tax Year: 2019

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 7, 2021
Closed on
Oct 26, 2021
Sold by
Giles Peter O and Rachwal Giles Dorota
Bought by
Norris Nicholas and Gaske Anne Caitlin
Seller's Agent
Steve Scheuring
Baird & Warner
Buyer's Agent
Jamie Lowe
James Lowe
List Price
$1,098,000
Sold Price
$945,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$153,000
-13.93%
Current Estimated Value
$1,263,255

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$318,255
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.37%
Original Mortgage
$756,000
Interest Rate
3.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 1, 2007
Sold by
Gibbs Mary Ellen
Bought by
Giles Peter O and Rachwal Giles Dorota

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$775,000
Interest Rate
6.73%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 5, 2002
Sold by
Lasalle Bank National Assn
Bought by
Gibbs Mary Ellen
Source: Public Records

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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
Norris Nicholas $945,000 First American Title
Giles Peter O $1,000,000 Chicago Title Insurance Co
Gibbs Mary Ellen -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Norris Nicholas $756,000
Previous Owner Giles Peter O $775,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/26/2021 10/26/21 Sold $945,000 -13.9% $270 / Sq Ft
08/31/2021 08/31/21 Pending -- -- --
06/07/2021 06/07/21 For Sale $1,098,000 -- $313 / 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
2025 $24,772 $89,668 $17,940 $71,728
2024 $24,772 $93,804 $17,940 $75,864
2023 $22,650 $97,000 $17,940 $79,060
2022 $22,650 $73,562 $15,525 $58,037
2021 $21,841 $73,561 $15,525 $58,036
2020 $21,410 $73,561 $15,525 $58,036
2019 $23,138 $77,962 $14,145 $63,817
2018 $22,640 $80,474 $14,145 $66,329
2017 $22,577 $80,474 $14,145 $66,329
2016 $24,061 $77,291 $11,730 $65,561
2015 $23,597 $77,291 $11,730 $65,561
2014 $21,631 $77,291 $11,730 $65,561
2013 $18,914 $69,663 $11,730 $57,933
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11113888

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 15-12-213-005-0000