NOT LISTED FOR SALE

554 S Berkley Ave Elmhurst, IL 60126

Estimated Value: $594,000 - $878,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,385 Sq Ft
$324/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 26, 2020

Last sale price $578,000 $242 Per Sq Ft

Est. 34% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,442/month

50 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Recreation Room
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Lincoln Elementary School Rated A
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of August 2020

Perfect setting & amenities in this 2400 sq. ft. family home. This top location is close to Lincoln school, Prairie Path, Parks, Spring Road District and not too far from Elmhurst City Center. This charming Dutch Colonial has 4 bedrooms on the 2nd floor, Laundry closet and a master suite with Jaquzzi tub, separate shower, 2 sinks, vaulted ceiling and walk-in closet, 3 bedrooms with hardwood floors. The 1st floor has hardwood floors, a formal Living & Dining Room, white Kitchen, Pantry closet and 1st floor family room with fireplace. The lower level has a Rec Room & Den space with tile flooring. Storage Room. Dual HVAC. Amazing outdoor space with a covered patio, deck and patio. Oversized 2.5 car garage with pull down stairs for storage. Ready to sell!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tim Schiller

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475127707 Listed on: 06/07/2020

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Co-Listed By

Amy Schiller

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475102253

Last Buyer's Agent

Maryann Komes

Pilmer Real Estate, Inc License #475171098

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $13,321

Year Built

  • 1955

Lot Details

  • East or West Exposure

Parking

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

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Built-In Features
  • Dry Bar
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Home Office
  • Recreation Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Laundry on upper level

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Walk-In Closet
  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Dual Sinks
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Separate Shower

Partially Finished Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Crawl Space

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Porch

Utilities

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

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$13,321

Year Built

1955

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Age: 61-70 Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Number Interior Fireplaces: 1
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Sq Ft: 2385
  • Style Of House: Traditional
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Estimated Year Built: 1955
  • Total Sq Ft: 3100
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1955

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Bar-Dry, Hardwood Floors, 2nd Floor Laundry, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Number Of Rooms: 10
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 20X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Basement: Partial
  • Basement: Partially Finished, Crawl
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 4
  • Primary Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Bathroom Amenities: Whirlpool, Separate Shower, Double Sink
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 4
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 5X5, On Level: 2nd Level
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 12X10, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 15X9, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Pantry-Closet
  • Additional Rooms: Recreation Room, Office
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 21X18, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Additional Room 1 Name: Recreation Rm, Dimensions: 15X14, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Ceramic Tile
  • Additional Room 2 Name: Office, Dimensions: 15X11, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Ceramic Tile
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 12X13, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 18X9, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 11X8, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 2385
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 3100
  • Basement Sq Ft: 715
  • Basement Finished Sq Ft: 715
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 1106
  • Upper Level Sq Ft: 1279
  • Dining Room Type: Separate
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 16X13, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding, Brick
  • Exterior Property Features: Deck, Patio, Porch
  • Exposure: E (East)
  • Acreage: 0.1586

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s), Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 2.5
  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Parking Included In Price: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Air Conditioner: Central Air
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Sewer: Sewer-Storm
  • Heating Fuel: Gas, Forced Air, 2+ Sep Heating Systems

Schools

  • School District: 205
  • Elementary School: Lincoln Elementary School
  • Middle School: Bryan Middle School
  • High School: York Community High School
  • Junior High Dist: 205

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 50X140
  • Parcel Identification Number: 0611130010

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 10440.70

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 7, 2020
Closed on
Aug 26, 2020
Sold by
Schneider Douglas R and Schneider Linda E
Bought by
Buhr Raymond E and Buhr Lucy
Seller's Agent
Tim Schiller
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Maryann Komes
Pilmer Real Estate, Inc
List Price
$595,000
Sold Price
$578,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$17,000
-2.86%
Total Days on Market
50
Current Estimated Value
$771,750

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$193,750
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.87%
Original Mortgage
$462,400
Outstanding Balance
$414,770
Interest Rate
2.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$343,985

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 25, 2011
Sold by
The Law Office Of Joseph G Laspisa Pc
Bought by
Schneider Douglas R and Schneider Linda E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$148,000
Interest Rate
4.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 22, 2007
Sold by
Schneider Douglas R and Schneider Linda E
Bought by
The Law Office Of Joseph G Laspisa Pc and Trust #554
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
Buhr Raymond E $578,000 None Available
Schneider Douglas R -- First American Title
The Law Office Of Joseph G Laspisa Pc -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Buhr Raymond E $462,400
Closed Buhr Raymond E $462,400
Previous Owner Schneider Douglas R $450,000
Previous Owner Schneider Douglas R $100,000
Previous Owner Schneider Douglas R $148,000
Previous Owner Schneider Douglas R $100,000
Previous Owner Schneider Douglas $164,800
Previous Owner Schneider Douglas R $50,000
Previous Owner Schneider Douglas R $166,000
Previous Owner Schneider Douglas R $15,000
Previous Owner Schneider Douglas R $150,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/26/2020 08/26/20 Sold $578,000 +0.5% $242 / Sq Ft
07/27/2020 07/27/20 Pending -- -- --
07/10/2020 07/10/20 Price Changed $574,900 -1.7% $241 / Sq Ft
06/16/2020 06/16/20 Price Changed $585,000 -1.7% $245 / Sq Ft
06/07/2020 06/07/20 For Sale $595,000 -- $249 / 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
2023 $13,321 $227,420 $76,010 $151,410
2022 $11,372 $193,540 $73,080 $120,460
2021 $11,091 $188,720 $71,260 $117,460
2020 $10,663 $184,590 $69,700 $114,890
2019 $10,441 $175,500 $66,270 $109,230
2018 $9,970 $166,940 $62,720 $104,220
2017 $9,754 $159,080 $59,770 $99,310
2016 $9,550 $149,870 $56,310 $93,560
2015 $9,457 $139,620 $52,460 $87,160
2014 $9,328 $127,050 $41,630 $85,420
2013 $9,227 $128,840 $42,220 $86,620
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD10738640

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 06-11-130-010