Seller's Agent in 2019
Lisa Grimes
Engel & Voelkers Chicago
(708) 205-9518
6 in this area
53 Total Sales
542 Franklin Ave River Forest, IL 60305
Estimated Value: $1,226,786 - $1,624,000
5
Beds
4.5
Baths
2,950
Sq Ft
$454/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Pool House
- Landscaped Professionally
- Deck
- Lincoln Elementary School Rated A
- Mature Trees
- Recreation Room
About This Home
As of November 2019This exquisite brick home is a combination of quality, luxurious livability and an unbeatable location. The elegant foyer opens to a bright LR/DR combo featuring rich wood floors,fireplace and flows into an even brighter sunroom. The stunning kitchen & family room are perfect for entertaining! Kitchen features a huge butcher block island, stainless appliances, 5 burner cooktop, beverage frig and quartz counters. Gorgeous master with huge walk-in closet, luxurious bath w jetted tub, walk-in shower and balcony overlooking backyard. All 4 1/2 bathrooms have been recently renovated. 3rd FL offers an additional bedroom w/ office space & full bath. Backyard retreat boasts trex porch, beautiful paver patio overlooking a newer pool w/auto safety cover, outdoor shower, gazebo, & heated pool house (w small living space, kitchenette, bathroom & loft). Finished basement features full bath and 2nd laundry rm. New roof. Short walk to schools, metra and easy access to I290 & airport.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Engel & Voelkers Chicago License #475155715 Listed on: 09/23/2019
Last Buyer's Agent
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #471005402
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $17,851
Year Built
- Built in 1924 | Remodeled in 2017
Lot Details
- 10,049 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 50 x 201
- Fenced
- Landscaped Professionally
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
- Mature Trees
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Driveway
- On-Street Parking
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Georgian Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Asphalt Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2,950 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Breakfast Room
- Recreation Room
- Bonus Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5 Potential Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Dual Sinks
- Whirlpool Bathtub
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry in multiple locations
- Dryer
- Washer
- Sink Near Laundry
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Pool
- Pool House
- In Ground Pool
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Deck
- Patio
- Gazebo
- Porch
Schools
- Lincoln Elementary School
- Roosevelt Middle School
- Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 23, 2019
Closed on
Nov 1, 2019
Sold by
Irvin Jayne and Hopps Sidney
Bought by
Augustyn James and Merlau Danita N
Seller's Agent
Lisa Grimes
Engel & Voelkers Chicago
Buyer's Agent
Tony & Kathy Iwersen
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$975,000
Sold Price
$970,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-0.51%
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
$368,947
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.39%
Original Mortgage
$776,000
Outstanding Balance
$681,793
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$657,154
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 8, 2014
Closed on
Sep 5, 2014
Sold by
Jones Lisa M
Bought by
Irvin Jayne and Hopps Sidney
Seller's Agent
Greer Haseman
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Julie Downey
Compass
List Price
$894,900
Sold Price
$890,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,900
-0.55%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.69%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 19, 2010
Sold by
Mcallister Timothy I
Bought by
Jones Lisa M
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 18, 2008
Sold by
Lauber Whalen Judith Lauber and Lauber Henness Susan
Bought by
Mcallister Timothy I and Jones Lisa M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$760,000
Interest Rate
5.25%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 18, 2005
Sold by
Lauber Alyce K
Bought by
Lauber Alyce K and Trust A Of The Lauber Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 10, 1999
Sold by
Lauber Robert R and Lauber Alyce K
Bought by
Lauber Robert R and Lauber Alyce K
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Augustyn James | $970,000 | Prairie Title | |
| Irvin Jayne | $890,000 | Fidelity Natl Title Ins Co | |
| Jones Lisa M | -- | None Available | |
| Mcallister Timothy I | $790,000 | Multiple | |
| Lauber Alyce K | -- | -- | |
| Lauber Robert R | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Augustyn James | $776,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Mcallister Timothy I | $760,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/01/2019 11/01/19 | Sold | $970,000 | -0.5% | $329 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/25/2019 09/25/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/23/2019 09/23/19 | For Sale | $975,000 | +9.6% | $331 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/08/2014 09/08/14 | Sold | $890,000 | -0.5% | $302 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 07/08/2014 07/08/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/08/2014 07/08/14 | For Sale | $894,900 | -- | $303 / 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 | $25,647 | $97,000 | $13,065 | $83,935 |
| 2023 | $25,465 | $97,000 | $13,065 | $83,935 |
| 2022 | $25,465 | $82,278 | $11,306 | $70,972 |
| 2021 | $24,552 | $82,278 | $11,306 | $70,972 |
| 2020 | $25,002 | $82,278 | $11,306 | $70,972 |
| 2019 | $19,029 | $64,728 | $10,301 | $54,427 |
| 2018 | $18,013 | $64,728 | $10,301 | $54,427 |
| 2017 | $19,228 | $69,036 | $10,301 | $58,735 |
| 2016 | $17,717 | $57,571 | $8,542 | $49,029 |
| 2015 | $18,288 | $60,492 | $8,542 | $51,950 |
| 2014 | $18,394 | $66,111 | $8,542 | $57,569 |
| 2013 | $15,457 | $57,412 | $8,542 | $48,870 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Lisa Grimes
-
Tony & Kathy Iwersen
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Tony & Kathy Iwersen
@ Properties
(708) 772-8041
14 in this area
42 Total Sales
-
Greer Haseman
Seller's Agent in 2014
Greer Haseman
@ Properties
(708) 606-8896
19 in this area
132 Total Sales
-
D
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2014
Donna Barnhisel
Compass
-
Julie Downey
Buyer's Agent in 2014
Julie Downey
Compass
(708) 203-0289
27 in this area
68 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 10526908
APN: 15-12-109-035-0000
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