NOT LISTED FOR SALE

551 Keystone Ave River Forest, IL 60305

Estimated Value: $1,140,000 - $1,410,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
3,131 Sq Ft
$398/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: November 16, 2020

Last sale price $870,000 $278 Per Sq Ft

Est. 48% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,774 / mo

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Wood Flooring
  • Granite Countertops
  • Lincoln Elementary School Rated A
  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • Screened Porch

About This Home

As of November 2020

Beautifully updated with modern amenities, this gracious 4 bedroom, 2.1 bath home is so exceptional that it has been used to shoot many commercials. Special features include the spacious entry foyer, hardwood floors throughout, 11 ft. ceilings, huge windows, gas fireplace with Louis Sullivan mantle, and wrap around front porch. Open living room and family room provide a space for fun and relaxation, while the grand dining room can host festive family gatherings. The lovely, remodeled kitchen checks off everything on your wish list and then some: center island, huge eating area plus wall of custom cabinets with built-in desk . There's also a huge, inviting screened porch overlooking large, fenced backyard and deck that will soon become your favorite spot to spend time. Second floor boasts 4 generous bedrooms incuding a master with remodeled ensuite bath, 2nd floor office/laundry room, and another gorgeous full bath. Now for something really special - there is a bonus room above the garage that was used by Hemingway's mother, Grace Hall, as an art studio from 1936 -1951. Expansive covered front porch, sweeping front lawn, sprawling backyard, and deck make this the perfect home both inside and out. Located on the "street of dreams" just blocks from the Metra, Keystone Park, and Blue Ribbon award winning schools. Sought after for the quick commute to O'hare, Midway, the West Loop and the Fulton Market District. Don't miss out on this unique home.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kirstin Gloor

Coldwell Banker Realty License #475144911 Listed on: 09/11/2020

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Laura Maychruk

Laura Maychruk Real Estate License #471021717

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built | Renovated

  • 1881 | 2018

Lot Details

  • 0.29

Parking

  • Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Side Driveway
  • Shared Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price
  • Garage Is Owned

Home Design

  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • Masonite

Interior Spaces

  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • Built-In Features
  • Historic or Period Millwork
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Breakfast Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Screened Porch
  • Storage Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops
  • Built-In or Custom Kitchen Cabinets
  • Disposal

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • SpacePak Central Air
  • Radiator
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built | Renovated

1881 | 2018

Lot Details

0.29 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • General Information: Commuter Train, Interstate Access
  • Recent Rehab: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Number Interior Fireplaces: 1
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Rehab Year: 2018
  • Square Footage Comments: Includes screened porch
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 2.1
  • Total Sq Ft: 3131
  • Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 1106
  • Style Of House: Farmhouse
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Estimated Year Built: 1881
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
  • Total Sq Ft: 3131
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1881
  • Year Renovated: 2018

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Hardwood Floors, 2nd Floor Laundry, Built-in Features, Historic/Period Mlwk, Separate Dining Room
  • Number Of Rooms: 9
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 13X17, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances
  • Fireplace Details: Gas Starter
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Unfinished
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 4
  • Primary Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 4
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 15X9, On Level: 2nd Level
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 12X19, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 19X12, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Pantry-Closet, Custom Cabinetry, Granite Counters, Updated Kitchen
  • Additional Rooms: Breakfast Room, Foyer, Storage, Screened Porch
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 18X21, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Additional Room 1 Name: Breakfast Rm, Dimensions: 14X7, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 14X15, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Additional Room 3 Name: Foyer, Dimensions: 9X23, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 13X10, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Additional Room 4 Name: Storage, Dimensions: 15X20, On Level: Basement
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 13X9, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Additional Room 5 Name: Screened Porch, Dimensions: 14X15, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 3131
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 3131
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 1554
  • Upper Level Sq Ft: 1577
  • Dining Room Type: Separate
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 14X15, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Exterior Building Type: Masonite
  • Exterior Property Features: Porch
  • Acreage: 0.291

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 2
  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 2
  • Driveway: Asphalt, Shared, Side Drive
  • Parking Included In Price: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Air Conditioner: Space Pac
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Heating Fuel: Hot Water/Steam, Radiators

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Assessed Sq Ft: 2611

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: 90

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 56 X 228
  • Parcel Identification Number: 15121070130000

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 21067.37

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 11, 2020
Closed on
Nov 2, 2020
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Kirstin Gloor
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Laura Maychruk
Laura Maychruk Real Estate
List Price
$899,000
Sold Price
$870,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$29,000
-3.23%
Current Estimated Value
$1,284,785

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$414,785
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.57%
Original Mortgage
$696,000
Interest Rate
0.028%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 7, 2005
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$624,000
Interest Rate
0.0537%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 28, 2004
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 13, 2002
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,700
Interest Rate
0.0716%
Mortgage Type
Balloon

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 29, 1998
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$870,000 Prairie Title
$865,000 Cti
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$659,000 First American Title
$25,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Closed $696,000
Closed $624,000
Closed $300,700
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
11/16/2020 11/16/20 Sold $870,000 -3.2% $278 / Sq Ft
09/16/2020 09/16/20 Pending -- -- --
09/11/2020 09/11/20 For Sale $899,000 -- $287 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History

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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
2025 $22,009 $83,713 $16,453 $67,260
2024 $22,009 $83,713 $16,453 $67,260
2023 $18,409 $95,000 $16,453 $78,547
2022 $18,409 $60,427 $14,238 $46,189
2021 $19,117 $64,801 $14,238 $50,563
2020 $18,748 $64,801 $14,238 $50,563
2019 $21,067 $71,293 $12,972 $58,321
2018 $19,942 $71,293 $12,972 $58,321
2017 $19,889 $71,293 $12,972 $58,321
2016 $19,386 $62,758 $10,757 $52,001
2015 $19,004 $62,758 $10,757 $52,001
2014 $17,424 $62,758 $10,757 $52,001
2013 $17,160 $63,446 $10,757 $52,689
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD10854880

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 15-12-107-013-0000

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