NOT LISTED FOR SALE

541 Keystone Ave River Forest, IL 60305

Estimated Value: $1,232,083 - $1,863,000

5 Beds
5 Baths
3,000 Sq Ft
$494/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 02, 2015

Last sale price $1,000,000 $333 Per Sq Ft

Est. 48% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,951/month

23 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • 4-minute walk to River Forest Station
  • Wood Flooring
  • Lincoln Elementary School Rated A
  • Recreation Room
  • 5-minute walk to Keystone Park East

About This Home

As of April 2015

Updated Victorian on the "Street of Dreams"! Two Master Suites and large 1st floor Family Room make this house flexible and family friendly. Many quality upgrades throughout this lovingly cared for home. 3 finished floors & walk-up attic with tons of potential. Zoned A/C, water filtration system, granite paved driveway, screened porch, large deck and patio perfect for entertaining. Walk to train metra & schools

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Laura Maychruk

Laura Maychruk Real Estate License #471021717 Listed on: 12/30/2014

Co-Listed By

David Gullo

Gullo & Associates License #471004288

Last Buyer's Agent

Eileen Kelly

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475142502

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $20,057

Year Built

  • 1900

Lot Details

  • 0.31

Parking

  • Detached Garage
  • Brick Driveway
  • Garage Is Owned

Home Design

  • Victorian Architecture
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Cedar

Interior Spaces

  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Dining Area
  • Den
  • Recreation Room
  • Screened Porch
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Galley Kitchen
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • High End Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Trash Compactor
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Bidet
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

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

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Patio

Location

  • Property is near a bus stop

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions
  • $1,950 Seller Concession

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$20,057

Year Built

1900

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • General Information: Commuter Bus, Commuter Train
  • Recent Rehab: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Number Interior Fireplaces: 2
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 3.2
  • Style Of House: Victorian
  • Type Detached: 3 Stories
  • Estimated Year Built: 1900
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1900

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Hardwood Floors, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
  • Number Of Rooms: 12
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 13X24, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: All
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Compactor-Trash, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances
  • Fireplace Details: Wood Burning, Gas Logs
  • Attic: Interior Stair, Unfinished
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room, Living Room
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Finished
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 5
  • Primary Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Bathroom Amenities: Whirlpool, Separate Shower, Bidet
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 5
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 9X12, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Windows: All
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 13X13, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: All
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 9X24, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: All
  • Kitchen Type: Galley
  • Additional Rooms: 5th Bedroom, Den, Eating Area, Enclosed Porch, Foyer, Recreation Room
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 16X13, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: All
  • Additional Room 1 Name: 5th Bdrm, Dimensions: 13X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: All
  • Additional Room 2 Name: Eating Area, Dimensions: 8X9, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 13X11, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: All
  • Additional Room 3 Name: Den, Dimensions: 9X13, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: All
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 13X10, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: All
  • Additional Room 4 Name: Recreation Rm, Dimensions: 24X18, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Windows: All
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 10X10, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: All
  • Additional Room 5 Name: Foyer, Dimensions: 9X17, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Additional Room 6 Name: Enclosed Porch, Dimensions: 16X12, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 3000
  • Dining Room Type: Separate
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 20X16, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: All

Exterior Features

  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding, Cedar
  • Exterior Property Features: Balcony, Deck, Patio, Porch, Porch Screened, Brick Paver Patio
  • Acreage: 0.3113

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 2
  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 2
  • Driveway: Brick
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Electricity: Circuit Breakers
  • Air Conditioner: Central Air, Zoned
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Heating Fuel: Gas

Schools

  • School District: 200
  • Elementary School: LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
  • Middle School: ROOSEVELT SCHOOL
  • High School: OAK PARK & RIVER FOREST HIGH SCH
  • Junior High Dist: 90

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 60 X 226
  • Parcel Identification Number: 15121070150000

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 19118.79

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 30, 2014
Closed on
Mar 25, 2015
Sold by
Keystone 145 Llc
Bought by
Timchak Alexander M and Timchak Virginia
Seller's Agent
Laura Maychruk
Laura Maychruk Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Eileen Kelly
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$1,139,000
Sold Price
$1,000,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$139,000
-12.2%
Total Days on Market
23
Current Estimated Value
$1,480,771

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$480,771
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.93%
Original Mortgage
$800,000
Interest Rate
5.5%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 24, 2014
Sold by
Mauro August P and Mauro Pamela L
Bought by
Keystone 145 Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 11, 1997
Sold by
Mauro August P
Bought by
Mauro August P and Mauro Pamela L
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Timchak Alexander M $1,000,000 None Available
Keystone 145 Llc -- Chicago Title Insurance Co
Mauro August P -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Timchak Alexander M $195,000
Open Timchak Alexander M $645,000
Closed Timchak Alexander M $710,000
Closed Timchak Alexander M $800,000
Previous Owner Mauro August P $798,500
Previous Owner Mauro August P $150,000
Previous Owner Mauro August P $500,000
Previous Owner Mauro August P $350,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/02/2015 04/02/15 Sold $1,000,000 -12.2% $333 / Sq Ft
01/22/2015 01/22/15 Pending -- -- --
12/30/2014 12/30/14 For Sale $1,139,000 -- $380 / 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 $20,057 $112,113 $17,628 $94,485
2023 $20,057 $112,113 $17,628 $94,485
2022 $20,057 $67,065 $15,255 $51,810
2021 $19,344 $65,532 $15,255 $50,277
2020 $18,971 $65,532 $15,255 $50,277
2019 $20,428 $69,234 $13,899 $55,335
2018 $21,200 $75,571 $13,899 $61,672
2017 $22,596 $80,539 $13,899 $66,640
2016 $22,520 $72,500 $11,526 $60,974
2015 $22,083 $72,500 $11,526 $60,974
2014 $20,244 $72,500 $11,526 $60,974
2013 $19,119 $70,389 $11,526 $58,863
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD08807126

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 15-12-107-015-0000