NOT LISTED FOR SALE

553 Thatcher Ave River Forest, IL 60305

Estimated Value: $1,478,508 - $1,598,000

5 Beds
5 Baths
3,846 Sq Ft
$397/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 17, 2022

Last sale price $1,350,000 $351 Per Sq Ft

Est. 13% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $11,175/month

57 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 0.47 Acre Lot
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Property is near a park
  • Lincoln Elementary School Rated A
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Recreation Room

About This Home

As of June 2022

Magnificent David A Thatcher home; built in 1883 as a Queen Anne Victorian and then in 1920 went through a major exterior re-conception, transforming to a Colonial Revival. Boasting 13' ceilings and hand carved intricate woodwork by Pullman (railroad car fame) master carpenters; 3 sets of Cherry wood pocket doors, a grand paneled staircase. There are 6 fireplaces in total; 3 functioning gas log and 3 decorative - although they can be plumbed for gas as well. Kitchen is open to family room and looks out on yard as well as an attached greenhouse space. 5 beds on the second level and a full floor plan walk up attic. Lower level is partially finished with a billiard room and office w/ fireplace. Radiator heat and true central air, the best of both worlds.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Brian Behan

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475175921 Listed on: 03/08/2022

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Brian Behan

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475175921 Listed on: 03/08/2022

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $25,775

Year Built

  • Built in 1883

Lot Details

  • 0.47 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 86 x 230
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot

Parking

  • 3 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Victorian Architecture
  • Queen Anne Architecture
  • Stone Foundation
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 3-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Fireplace in Grand Entry Hall
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Sitting Room
  • Dining Room with Fireplace
  • 6 Fireplaces
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Library with Fireplace
  • Recreation Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Potential Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Dual Sinks

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • English Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Sump Pump
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Schools

  • Lincoln Elementary School
  • Roosevelt Middle School
  • Oak Park & River Forest High Sch

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Lake Michigan Water

Additional Features

  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • Property is near a park

Community Details

  • Tennis Courts

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$25,775

Year Built

Built in 1883

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 3 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Colonial, Queen Anne, Victorian
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 3 Stories
  • Year Built: 1883
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • New Construction Y/N: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Full, English
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, More than one
  • Fireplaces: 6
  • Interior Amenities: Hardwood Floors
  • Other Equipment: Security System, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
  • Room Type: Office, Library, Recreation Room, Enclosed Porch, Bedroom 5, Foyer, Sitting Room, Other Room
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: Partially Finished,Exterior Access
  • Bathroom Amenities: Double Sink
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room,Master Bedroom,Other,Den/Library,Dining Room,Grand Entry Hall
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Attic: Full,Interior Stair,Unfinished
  • Door Features: Panel Door(s),Pocket Door(s)
  • Bathroom: None

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Patio, Porch
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • List Price: 1500000
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Cedar,EIFS (e.g. Dryvit).

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Number of Cars: 3
  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air, Zoned
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Steam
  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan, Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Park, Tennis Court(s), Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Lincoln Elementary School
  • High School: Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
  • Middle/Junior School: Roosevelt School
  • Middle/Junior School District: 90

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.4727
  • Lot Dimensions: 86 X 230
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 8
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 25775
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 29, 2024
Sold by
Kirk Tyler and Kirk Kerry
Bought by
Tyler Q Kirk 2024 Trust and Kerrry D Kirk 2024 Trust
Current Estimated Value
$1,527,377

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 8, 2022
Closed on
May 20, 2022
Sold by
Carlotta Lucchesi Living Trust
Bought by
Kirk Kerry and Kirk Tyler
Seller's Agent
Brian Behan
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Brian Behan
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$1,500,000
Sold Price
$1,350,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$150,000
-10%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.16%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 26, 2016
Sold by
Lucchesi Ronald L and Lucchesi Carlotta
Bought by
Carlotta Lucchesi Living Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 30, 1993
Sold by
Krebaum James L and Krebaum Shirlee L
Bought by
Lucchesi Ronald and Lucchesi Carlotta

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$275,000
Interest Rate
7.15%
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
Tyler Q Kirk 2024 Trust -- None Listed On Document
Kirk Kerry $1,350,000 Pittacora James R
Carlotta Lucchesi Living Trust -- Attorney
Lucchesi Ronald $340,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Lucchesi Ronald $580,000
Previous Owner Lucchesi Ronald $683,000
Previous Owner Lucchesi Ronald $500,000
Previous Owner Lucchesi Ronald $700,000
Previous Owner Lucchesi Ronald $287,000
Previous Owner Lucchesland Ronald $100,000
Previous Owner Lucchesi Ronald $297,000
Previous Owner Lucchesi Ronald I $100,000
Previous Owner Lucchesi Ronald $275,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/17/2022 06/17/22 Sold $1,350,000 -10.0% $351 / Sq Ft
03/08/2022 03/08/22 For Sale $1,500,000 -- $390 / 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 $34,220 $132,540 $24,708 $107,832
2023 $27,206 $125,000 $24,708 $100,292
2022 $27,206 $90,409 $21,620 $68,789
2021 $26,251 $90,407 $21,619 $68,788
2020 $25,775 $90,407 $21,619 $68,788
2019 $28,333 $97,442 $19,560 $77,882
2018 $26,819 $97,442 $19,560 $77,882
2017 $26,755 $97,442 $19,560 $77,882
2016 $25,697 $84,162 $16,472 $67,690
2015 $25,177 $84,162 $16,472 $67,690
2014 $23,620 $84,162 $16,472 $67,690
2013 $26,662 $97,123 $16,472 $80,651
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11335766

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 15-11-209-027-0000