NOT LISTED FOR SALE

543 Melrose Ave Kenilworth, IL 60043

Estimated Value: $1,476,000 - $2,023,000

5 Beds
6 Baths
3,400 Sq Ft
$496/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 15, 2016

Last sale price $1,115,000 $328 Per Sq Ft

Est. 51% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $11,040/month

49 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Recreation Room
  • 3-minute walk to Kenilworth Station
  • Wood Flooring
  • The Joseph Sears School Rated A+
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • 1-minute walk to Pee Wee Park

About This Home

As of July 2016

Built in 2001, this terrific 5 bedroom Kenilworth home has the perfect floor plan for today's lifestyle. First floor formal living (with fireplace) and dining rooms along with gourmet kitchen that opens to family room with fireplace, built in custom cabinetry, breakfast room and island. French doors leading to bluestone patio professionally landscaped yard with sprinkler system. Master suite with fireplace, marble spa bath and 2 large, sunny bedrooms both with en suite baths on the second floor. 3rd floor tree top views with bonus room and bedroom and bath. Fully finished lower level with large rec room, laundry, bedroom and bath. 10 foot ceilings, high end upgrades, freshly painted and updated throughout. 2.5 car garage - walk to award winning Sears School (JK-8) New Trier High School, Metra and the lake.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mary Grant

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475124370 Listed on: 03/14/2016

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Last Buyer's Agent

Rano Khudayberdieva

Redfin Corporation

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $22,264

Year Built

  • 2001

Lot Details

  • Southern Exposure
  • Fenced Yard

Parking

  • Detached Garage
  • Off Alley Driveway
  • Garage Is Owned

Home Design

  • Wood Shingle Roof
  • Stone Siding
  • Cedar

Interior Spaces

  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Recreation Room
  • Loft
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Double Oven
  • High End Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$22,264

Year Built

2001

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Age: 11-15 Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Number Interior Fireplaces: 3
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 5.1
  • Type Detached: 3 Stories
  • Estimated Year Built: 2001
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 2001

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Hardwood Floors, In-Law Arrangement
  • Number Of Rooms: 12
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 15X14, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Appliances: Oven-Double, Oven/Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
  • Equipment: Humidifier, TV-Cable, Security System, Ceiling Fan, Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn, Backup Sump Pump;
  • Fireplace Details: Wood Burning
  • Attic: Finished
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Finished
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 5
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 1
  • Primary Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Bathroom Amenities: Whirlpool, Separate Shower
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 4
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 8X8, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Ceramic Tile
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 14X12, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 18X14, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Table Space
  • Additional Rooms: 5th Bedroom, Eating Area, Loft, Recreation Room
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 17X16, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Additional Room 1 Name: 5th Bdrm, Dimensions: 14X13, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Carpet
  • Additional Room 2 Name: Recreation Rm, Dimensions: 34X16, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Carpet
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 12X12, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Additional Room 3 Name: Eating Area, Dimensions: 11X8, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 12X11, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Additional Room 4 Name: Loft, Dimensions: 17X14, On Level: 3rd Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 18X11, On Level: 3rd Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 3400
  • Dining Room Type: Separate
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 16X15, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Exterior Building Type: Cedar, Stone
  • Roof Type: Wood Shakes/Shingles
  • Exposure: S (South)
  • Acreage: 0.1435

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 2.5
  • Driveway: Off Alley
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Electricity: 200+ Amp Service
  • Air Conditioner: Central Air
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Heating Fuel: Gas, Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Special Assessments: U

Schools

  • School District: 203
  • Elementary School: THE JOSEPH SEARS SCHOOL
  • Middle School: THE JOSEPH SEARS SCHOOL
  • High School: NEW TRIER TWP H.S. NORTHFIELD/WI
  • Junior High Dist: 38

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 50X125
  • Lot Description: Fenced Yard
  • Parcel Identification Number: 05282100100000

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 23976.67

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 14, 2016
Closed on
Jul 1, 2016
Sold by
Johnson Brett and Johnson Elizabeth H
Bought by
Cape Anthony
Seller's Agent
Mary Grant
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Rano Khudayberdieva
Redfin Corporation
List Price
$1,200,000
Sold Price
$1,115,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$85,000
-7.08%
Current Estimated Value
$1,685,708

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$570,708
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.02%
Original Mortgage
$780,500
Interest Rate
2.87%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 1, 2001
Sold by
Bb Virtual Corp
Bought by
Johnson Brett and Johnson Elizabeth H

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$220,000
Interest Rate
7%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 27, 2000
Sold by
Braun Mary Edrita Ford
Bought by
Bb Virtual Corp

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,288,000
Interest Rate
9%
Mortgage Type
Construction

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 12, 1994
Sold by
Braun Edrita F
Bought by
Braun Mary Edrita Ford and Mary Edrita Ford Braun Trust
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
Cape Anthony $1,115,000 Stewart Title
Johnson Brett -- --
Bb Virtual Corp $395,000 Centennial Title Incorporate
Braun Mary Edrita Ford -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Cape Anthony $976,200
Closed Cape Anthony $998,000
Closed Cape Anthony $780,500
Previous Owner Johnson Elizabeth H $169,000
Previous Owner Johnson Brett $211,000
Previous Owner Johnson Brett $227,000
Previous Owner Johnson Brett $230,618
Previous Owner Johnson Brett $250,000
Previous Owner Johnson Brett $300,000
Previous Owner Johnson Brett $275,000
Previous Owner Johnson Brett $1,470,503
Previous Owner Johnson Brett $220,000
Previous Owner Johnson Brett $275,000
Previous Owner Bb Virtual Corp $1,288,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/15/2016 07/15/16 Sold $1,115,000 -7.1% $328 / Sq Ft
05/02/2016 05/02/16 Pending -- -- --
03/14/2016 03/14/16 For Sale $1,200,000 -- $353 / 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 $22,264 $91,840 $20,000 $71,840
2023 $22,737 $99,644 $20,000 $79,644
2022 $22,737 $99,644 $20,000 $79,644
2021 $24,069 $84,850 $13,125 $71,725
2020 $24,563 $88,867 $13,125 $75,742
2019 $27,290 $111,474 $13,125 $98,349
2018 $25,079 $100,763 $11,250 $89,513
2017 $24,352 $100,763 $11,250 $89,513
2016 $24,976 $108,479 $11,250 $97,229
2015 $24,607 $94,596 $9,218 $85,378
2014 $23,977 $94,596 $9,218 $85,378
2013 $22,587 $94,596 $9,218 $85,378
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD09164988

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 05-28-210-010-0000