Seller's Agent in 2019
Steve Scheuring
Baird Warner
(708) 369-8043
9 in this area
127 Total Sales
538 Monroe Ave River Forest, IL 60305
Estimated Value: $967,000 - $1,755,000
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,586
Sq Ft
$556/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Traditional Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- Double Oven
- Roosevelt Middle School Rated A
- Sitting Room
- Detached Garage
About This Home
As of July 2019This stately and solid brick traditional home in the heart of central River Forest boasts grand room sizes, a 75x184ft. lot, oak floors and timeless architectural details! The grand foyer greets you and flows into the large entertaining living room with three walls of windows open to this beautiful classic River Forest block. The large formal dining room is perfect for entertaining. Retreat to the 1st floor family room/den for a relaxing end to your day! A kitchen so spacious is rarely found and it even has room for a large breakfast table! Don't miss the butler's pantry and powder room. The 2nd level has three large bedrooms including a master suite with full en suite bath and master sitting room. The basement has plenty of storage and possibilities. The location is perfect for walking to schools, shops, restaurants and all forms of transportation. New roof 2013. New garage doors. Tuck-pointing and new driveway 2010. Home is in good condition but sold as-is.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Baird & Warner License #475135445 Listed on: 01/21/2019
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $37,890
Year Built
- 1924
Lot Details
- 0.31
Parking
- Detached Garage
- Parking Available
- Garage Transmitter
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Off-Street Parking
- Parking Included in Price
- Garage Is Owned
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
Interior Spaces
- Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
- Entrance Foyer
- Sitting Room
- Storage Room
- Tandem Room
- Wood Flooring
- Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Double Oven
- Dishwasher
Location
- Property is near a bus stop
Utilities
- Radiator
- Hot Water Heating System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Listing and Financial Details
- Senior Tax Exemptions
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
- Senior Freeze Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 21, 2019
Closed on
Jul 1, 2019
Sold by
Sherlock Timothy G
Bought by
Kastanek Andrianna and Buzachero Christopher
Seller's Agent
Steve Scheuring
Baird & Warner
Buyer's Agent
Bridget Carroll
Keller Williams Premiere Properties
List Price
$650,000
Sold Price
$545,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$105,000
-16.15%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$891,589
Avg. Annual Appreciation
16.66%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 3, 2018
Sold by
Sherlock William T and Sherlock Rosaleen T
Bought by
Sherlock Family Trust
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kastanek Andrianna | $545,000 | First American Title | |
| Sherlock Family Trust | -- | Attorney |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/03/2019 07/03/19 | Sold | $545,000 | -12.0% | $211 / Sq Ft |
| 05/31/2019 05/31/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/01/2019 04/01/19 | Price Changed | $619,000 | -4.8% | $239 / Sq Ft |
| 01/21/2019 01/21/19 | For Sale | $650,000 | -- | $251 / Sq Ft |
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 | $37,890 | $141,721 | $17,940 | $123,781 |
| 2023 | $41,330 | $148,000 | $17,940 | $130,060 |
| 2022 | $41,330 | $131,410 | $15,525 | $115,885 |
| 2021 | $39,831 | $131,409 | $15,525 | $115,884 |
| 2020 | $6,451 | $21,231 | $15,525 | $5,706 |
| 2019 | $15,003 | $54,500 | $14,145 | $40,355 |
| 2018 | $17,433 | $65,503 | $14,145 | $51,358 |
| 2017 | $15,278 | $65,503 | $14,145 | $51,358 |
| 2016 | $18,427 | $61,562 | $11,730 | $49,832 |
| 2015 | $18,034 | $61,562 | $11,730 | $49,832 |
| 2014 | $17,821 | $61,562 | $11,730 | $49,832 |
| 2013 | $15,609 | $59,830 | $11,730 | $48,100 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Steve Scheuring
-
Bridget Carroll
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Bridget Carroll
Keller Williams Premiere Properties
(630) 474-1215
1 in this area
127 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: MRD10254184
APN: 15-12-213-014-0000
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