NOT LISTED FOR SALE

5445 N Lotus Ave Chicago, IL 60630

Jefferson Park Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $567,000 - $609,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
1,260 Sq Ft
$467/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 31, 2014

Last sale price $320,000 $254 Per Sq Ft

Est. 84% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,727/month

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Second Kitchen
  • Recreation Room
  • Detached Garage
  • Taft High School Rated A-
  • Double Oven
  • Enclosed Patio or Porch

About This Home

As of October 2014

BUNGALOW ON TREE LINED STREET READY TO BE CONVERTED TO SPACIOUS SFH. 1ST FLR FEATURES HRDWD FLRS, STAINED GLASS, DECORATIVE FP, FRENCH DRS, 3 BEDS, 1 VINTAGE BATH, UPDATED KITCHEN W/ SS APPLIANCES AND ISLAND, AND FORMAL LIV AND DIN RMS. LOWER LEVEL FAM RM W/ STONE FP, BAR, FULL BATH, LAUNDRY RM, AND WORKSHOP. VERY LARGE EXISTING 1 BED/1 BATH APT UPSTAIRS. ORIGINAL STAIRCASE IN PLACE BTWN FLRS. 2.5 CAR GARAGE.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Nathan Brecht

Redfin Corporation Listed on: 09/11/2014

Co-Listed By

Erin Vogel

Redfin Corporation License #475159014

Last Buyer's Agent

Jean Sekera

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475143636

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,253

Year Built

  • 1925

Lot Details

  • 3,920

Parking

  • Detached Garage
  • Parking Included in Price
  • Garage Is Owned

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • Separate Shower
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Recreation Room
  • Utility Room with Study Area

Kitchen

  • Second Kitchen
  • Butlers Pantry
  • Double Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Exterior Basement Entry

Outdoor Features

  • Enclosed Patio or Porch

Utilities

  • Two Cooling Systems Mounted To A Wall/Window
  • Radiator
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • $4,000 Seller Concession

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,253

Year Built

1925

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Recent Rehab: Yes
  • Age: 81-90 Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 3
  • Style Of House: Bungalow
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Estimated Year Built: 1925
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1925

Interior Features

  • Number Of Rooms: 11
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 16X14, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Appliances: Oven-Double, Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Equipment: CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Finished, Exterior Access
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 4
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 4
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 16X13, On Level: Basement
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 12X14, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 11X13, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Type: Pantry-Butler
  • Additional Rooms: 2nd Kitchen, Enclosed Porch, Foyer, Pantry, Recreation Room, Study
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 11X12, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Additional Room 1 Name: Study, Dimensions: 10X7, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Additional Room 2 Name: Recreation Rm, Dimensions: 22X35, On Level: Basement
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 10X12, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Additional Room 3 Name: 2nd Kitchen, Dimensions: 16X9, On Level: 2nd Level
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 8X10, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Additional Room 4 Name: Foyer, Dimensions: 6X5, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Porcelain Tile
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 11X10, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Additional Room 5 Name: Pantry, Dimensions: 8X12, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Additional Room 6 Name: Enclosed Porch, Dimensions: 7X8, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 14X14, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Acreage: 0.0947

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 2
  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Included In Price: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Air Conditioner: 2 (Window/Wall Unit)
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Heating Fuel: Gas, Radiators

Schools

  • School District: 299
  • Junior High Dist: 299

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 35X125
  • Parcel Identification Number: 13091070060000

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 4035.32

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 11, 2014
Closed on
Oct 31, 2014
Sold by
Golden Victoria and Gadden Jeffrey
Bought by
Gray Stephanie M
Seller's Agent
Nathan Brecht
Redfin Corporation
Buyer's Agent
Jean Sekera
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$315,000
Sold Price
$320,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
1.59%
Current Estimated Value
$588,999

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$268,999
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.72%
Original Mortgage
$256,000
Outstanding Balance
$196,969
Interest Rate
4.12%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$392,030

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 22, 2009
Sold by
Gilbreth Glen R and Gilbreth Mary Ann
Bought by
Golden Victoria

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$255,290
Interest Rate
4.84%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 7, 2008
Sold by
Gilbreth Glen R and Gilbreth Mary Ann
Bought by
Gilbreth Mary Ann

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 26, 2007
Sold by
Chicago Title Land Trust Co
Bought by
Gilbreth Geln R and Gilbreth Mary Ann

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$328,500
Interest Rate
6.33%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Gray Stephanie M $320,000 Ctt
Golden Victoria $260,000 None Available
Gilbreth Mary Ann -- None Available
Gilbreth Geln R $365,000 Attorneys Title Guaranty Fun
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Gray Stephanie M $256,000
Previous Owner Golden Victoria $255,290
Previous Owner Gilbreth Geln R $328,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/31/2014 10/31/14 Sold $320,000 +1.6% $254 / Sq Ft
09/14/2014 09/14/14 Pending -- -- --
09/11/2014 09/11/14 For Sale $315,000 -- $250 / 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 $7,253 $45,001 $10,313 $34,688
2023 $7,734 $37,673 $8,250 $29,423
2022 $7,734 $41,000 $8,250 $32,750
2021 $7,580 $41,000 $8,250 $32,750
2020 $6,297 $31,353 $5,568 $25,785
2019 $6,314 $34,837 $5,568 $29,269
2018 $6,207 $34,837 $5,568 $29,269
2017 $5,530 $29,051 $4,950 $24,101
2016 $5,321 $29,051 $4,950 $24,101
2015 $5,344 $31,768 $4,950 $26,818
2014 $4,158 $24,965 $4,537 $20,428
2013 $4,065 $24,965 $4,537 $20,428
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • N

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Nathan Brecht

    Redfin Corporation

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  • E

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2014

    Erin Vogel

    Redfin Corporation

  • Jean Sekera

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Jean Sekera

    @ Properties

    (773) 852-6683

    3 in this area

    49 Total Sales

    Jean Sekera
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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD08725861

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 13-09-107-006-0000

Illinois Cook County Chicago 60630 Jefferson Park

5445 N Lotus Ave, Chicago, IL

This home is located at 5445 N Lotus Ave, Chicago, IL 60630 since 11 September 2014 and is currently estimated at $588,999, approximately $467 per square foot. This property was built in 1925. 5445 N Lotus Ave is a home located in Cook County with nearby schools including Farnsworth Elementary School, Taft High School, and St. Constance School.

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