NOT LISTED FOR SALE

553 Willow Way Lindenhurst, IL 60046

Estimated Value: $264,000 - $302,000

2 Beds
3 Baths
1,696 Sq Ft
$255/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold April 05, 2018

Last sale price $168,000 $99 Per Sq Ft

Est. 68% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,318/month

14 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Loft
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Millburn Elementary School Rated A-
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Porch

About This Home

As of April 2018

Beautifully updated and impeccably decorated, this townhome is waiting for the next owner who will continue to take great care of it. Located on a premium lot, this home is on a cul-de-sac and backs up to a large open area, so there are no neighbors in back of you. Wonderful loft area can serve as an office, play area or be easily converted into a third bedroom. Family-size kitchen boasts granite counter tops, breakfast bar and stainless steel appliances. Sit on the private patio in the summer and just relax. Millburn Elementary/ Middle Schools & Grayslake North High School. This subdivision is FHA approved. There's no reason to look at others. Nothing to do here but just move in.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Marty Rafter

Baird & Warner License #475143357 Listed on: 01/31/2018

Baird & Warner

Last Buyer's Agent

Robert Bernhardt

HomeSmart Connect LLC License #471019542

HomeSmart Connect LLC

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,760

Year Built

  • 1996

Lot Details

  • 44

HOA Fees

  • $255 per month

Parking

  • Attached Garage
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Loft

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas

Additional Features

  • North or South Exposure
  • Cul-De-Sac

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions
  • $4,400 Seller Concession

Community Details

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Security

  • Storm Screens

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,760

Year Built

1996

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$255 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Unit Floor Level: 1
  • Age: 21-25 Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Ownership: Condo
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 2.1
  • Estimated Year Built: 1996
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
  • Type Attached: Townhouse-2 Story
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1996

Interior Features

  • Number Of Rooms: 6
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 24X13, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: All
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances
  • Basement: Slab
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 2
  • Primary Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 2
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 8X5, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Vinyl
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 12X9, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Wood Laminate, Windows: All
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 14X12, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Wood Laminate
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Eating Area-Table Space, Pantry-Closet
  • Additional Rooms: Loft, Foyer
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 17X15, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: All
  • Additional Room 1 Name: Loft, Dimensions: 16X13, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Additional Room 2 Name: Foyer, Dimensions: 10X10, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Wood Laminate, Windows: All
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 12X12, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: All
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1696

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Roof Type: Asphalt/Glass (Shingles)
  • Exterior Property Features: Patio, Porch, Storms/Screens
  • Exposure: N (North)

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Air Conditioner: Central Air
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Heating Fuel: Gas, Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Max Pet Weight: 999
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Management: Manager Off-site
  • Pet Information: Cats OK, Dogs OK
  • Common Area Amenities: Bike Room/Bike Trails, Park/Playground
  • Assessment Includes: Exterior Maintenance, Snow Removal
  • Assessed Sq Ft: 1696
  • Assessment Association Fees: 255
  • Management Contact Name: Resident Services
  • Management Phone: 847-459-0000

Fee Information

  • Management Company: Lieberman

Schools

  • School District: 127
  • Elementary School: MILLBURN C C SCHOOL
  • Middle School: MILLBURN C C SCHOOL
  • High School: Grayslake North High School
  • Junior High Dist: 24

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: COMMON
  • Lot Description: Cul-de-sac
  • Parcel Identification Number: 06013080540000

Multi Family

  • Total Number Unitsin Building: 4
  • Number Stories: 2

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 5876.47

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 21, 2021
Sold by
Buffa Stephanie and Buffa Cynthia
Bought by
Buffa Stephanie
Total Days on Market
14
Current Estimated Value
$282,623

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$88,200
Outstanding Balance
$67,203
Interest Rate
2.37%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$209,785

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 31, 2018
Closed on
Mar 21, 2018
Sold by
Schroeder Deborah J
Bought by
Buffa Stephanie and Buffa Cynthia
Seller's Agent
Marty Rafter
Baird & Warner
Buyer's Agent
Robert Bernhardt
HomeSmart Connect LLC
List Price
$169,900
Sold Price
$168,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$1,900
-1.12%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.16%
Original Mortgage
$88,000
Interest Rate
4.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 31, 2008
Sold by
Secretary Of Housing & Urban Development
Bought by
Schroeder Deborah J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$105,000
Interest Rate
6.11%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 1, 2008
Sold by
Varisco
Bought by
Hud

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 23, 2004
Sold by
Arndt Bennett L and Arndt Margaret R
Bought by
Mccormick Larry R and Varisco Cecilia M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$184,750
Interest Rate
5.93%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 27, 2000
Sold by
Johnson Jack B
Bought by
Arndt Bennett L and Arndt Margaret R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$124,000
Interest Rate
8.29%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 15, 2000
Sold by
Hud
Bought by
Lake County Community Action Project

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$124,000
Interest Rate
8.29%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 17, 1999
Sold by
Dzierzanowski
Bought by
Hud
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Buffa Stephanie -- Accommodation
Buffa Stephanie $168,000 Chicago Title Company
Schroeder Deborah J -- Stewart Title Company
Hud -- None Available
Mccormick Larry R $190,500 Multiple
Arndt Bennett L $124,000 Blackhawk Title Services
Lake County Community Action Project -- Stewart Title Company
Hud -- Wheatland Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Buffa Stephanie $88,200
Closed Buffa Stephanie $88,000
Previous Owner Schroeder Deborah J $98,000
Previous Owner Schroeder Deborah J $105,000
Previous Owner Mccormick Larry R $184,750
Previous Owner Arndt Bennett L $23,500
Previous Owner Arndt Bennett L $121,850
Previous Owner Arndt Bennett L $124,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/05/2018 04/05/18 Sold $168,000 -1.1% $99 / Sq Ft
02/14/2018 02/14/18 Pending -- -- --
01/31/2018 01/31/18 For Sale $169,900 -- $100 / 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 $6,760 $74,462 $9,616 $64,846
2023 $7,060 $65,791 $8,496 $57,295
2022 $7,060 $56,509 $7,834 $48,675
2021 $6,861 $52,493 $7,277 $45,216
2020 $7,233 $53,294 $7,044 $46,250
2019 $6,905 $51,220 $6,770 $44,450
2018 $6,022 $46,936 $5,678 $41,258
2017 $5,884 $45,685 $5,527 $40,158
2016 $5,876 $43,835 $5,303 $38,532
2015 $5,640 $40,941 $4,953 $35,988
2014 $4,811 $37,725 $4,926 $32,799
2012 $5,718 $37,907 $4,950 $32,957
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD09845690

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 06-01-308-054