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Seller's Agent in 2022
Saul Ruiz
Redfin Corporation
554 S Hillcrest Ave Elmhurst, IL 60126
Estimated Value: $1,164,000 - $1,388,000
5
Beds
3
Baths
3,550
Sq Ft
$356/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Property is near a park
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Wood Flooring
- Jefferson Elementary School Rated A
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Main Floor Bedroom
About This Home
As of August 2022Welcome to 554 S Hillcrest N Ave in Elmhurst, a truly exquisite home boasting custom attention to detail and an unbeatable location... your search ends here. Outstanding Jefferson School location! Discover upgraded light fixtures; gleaming hardwood floors; bright entryway; large chef-style kitchen w/ quartz countertops, quartz backsplash, stainless steel appliances, amazing grand island that seats 5+, table space. Living/dining room create a great space for entertaining. 1st floor Office with closets can also be the 5th bedroom or bonus room. Full bath on 1st floor. Great fenced-in yard with patio. Wonderful yard is the perfect environment for summer BBQ's with brick patio. The second floor features 4 large bedrooms; the primary bedroom offers a bonus room with cathedral ceilings that would be perfect as an additional office space, 3 walk-in closets, and 2 bathrooms ensuite with jacuzzi tub, separate shower, private toilet and double vanity. Top Rated Jefferson Elementary School, Sandburg Middle, and York High School (award-winning Elmhurst district 205). Close to town/train, expressways, shopping, & more. Very close to Jefferson, the prairie path, park, pool & more. We have the prairie path which is a popular trail. We are 2 to 3 minutes away from the Metra train station. Elementary and middle schools are 5 min away. 10 min away from Oak brook shopping and food! All new paint and carpet in 2017. Refinished and stained hardwood floors in 2017. All brick construction, deep pour basement with rough-in plumbing and 3 car garage. All new appliances in 2017. New gas furnace and water heater in 2018. Updated landscaping and added outdoor lighting 2019. Put in new patio and sodded grass in backyard recently as well! Don't miss out on this great home!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Saul Ruiz
Redfin Corporation License #475141683 Listed on: 05/26/2022
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $17,586
Year Built
- Built in 2004
Lot Details
- 7,841 Sq Ft Lot
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Parking
- 3 Car Attached Garage
- Garage ceiling height seven feet or more
- Garage Transmitter
- Garage Door Opener
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- 3,550 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Blinds
- Wood Frame Window
- Window Screens
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Living Room
- Breakfast Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Wood Flooring
- Pull Down Stairs to Attic
Kitchen
- Double Oven
- Cooktop
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Trash Compactor
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5 Potential Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 3 Full Bathrooms
- Dual Sinks
- Whirlpool Bathtub
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
- Sink Near Laundry
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Sump Pump
- Fireplace in Basement
- Rough-In Basement Bathroom
- Basement Window Egress
Home Security
- Intercom
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Schools
- Jefferson Elementary School
- Sandburg Middle School
- York Community High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Humidifier
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Cable TV Available
Additional Features
- Patio
- Property is near a park
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 27, 2024
Sold by
Smith Elaine A and Karris William N
Bought by
William N Karris Living Trust and Elaine Karris Revocable Living Trust
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 7, 2024
Sold by
Karris William and Karris Elaine
Bought by
Elaine Karris Revocable Trust and Karris
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 26, 2022
Closed on
Aug 9, 2022
Sold by
Chacko and Ceby
Bought by
Karris William N and Smith Elaine A
Seller's Agent
Saul Ruiz
Redfin Corporation
Buyer's Agent
kelly norton
Baird & Warner
List Price
$949,900
Sold Price
$920,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$29,900
-3.15%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.27%
Original Mortgage
$690,000
Interest Rate
5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 3, 2017
Closed on
Jun 13, 2017
Sold by
Mcm Capital Partners Llc
Bought by
Chacko Stanley and Chacko Ceby
Seller's Agent
Victor Caputo
Home Zone Realty Inc
Buyer's Agent
Kris Maranda
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$699,900
Sold Price
$660,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$39,900
-5.7%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.72%
Original Mortgage
$528,000
Interest Rate
3.37%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 16, 2016
Sold by
Blaze Philip A and Case #13 Ch 3247
Bought by
Ventures Trust 2013-I H R and Mcm Capital Partners Llc
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 26, 2004
Sold by
G Carey Construction Co
Bought by
Blaze Philip A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$538,000
Interest Rate
3.25%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 25, 2003
Sold by
Howarth Harry J and Howarth Dolores A
Bought by
G Carey Construction Co Inc
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$190,000
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 15, 1997
Sold by
Collins Helen T
Bought by
Howarth Harry J and Howarth Dolores A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$100,000
Interest Rate
7.71%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| William N Karris Living Trust | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| William N Karris Living Trust | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Elaine Karris Revocable Trust | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Elaine Karris Revocable Trust | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Karris William N | $920,000 | Galanopoulos & Galgan | |
| Chacko Stanley | $660,000 | None Available | |
| Ventures Trust 2013-I H R | -- | Attorney | |
| Blaze Philip A | $672,500 | Pntn | |
| G Carey Construction Co Inc | $240,000 | Pntn | |
| Howarth Harry J | $128,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Karris William N | $690,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Chacko Stanley | $507,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Chacko Stanley | $528,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Blaze Philip A | $675,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Blaze Philip A | $665,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Blaze Philip A | $658,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Blaze Philip A | $637,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Blaze Philip A | $623,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Blaze Philip A | $616,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Blaze Philip A | $538,000 | |
| Previous Owner | G Carey Construction Co | $430,000 | |
| Previous Owner | G Carey Construction Co Inc | $190,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Howarth Harry J | $100,000 | |
| Closed | Blaze Philip A | $67,200 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/12/2022 08/12/22 | Sold | $920,000 | -3.1% | $259 / Sq Ft |
| 06/29/2022 06/29/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/26/2022 05/26/22 | For Sale | $949,900 | +43.9% | $268 / Sq Ft |
| 10/08/2017 10/08/17 | Off Market | $660,000 | -- | -- |
| 07/05/2017 07/05/17 | Sold | $660,000 | -2.9% | $186 / Sq Ft |
| 05/30/2017 05/30/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/19/2017 05/19/17 | Price Changed | $679,900 | -2.9% | $192 / Sq Ft |
| 02/03/2017 02/03/17 | For Sale | $699,900 | -- | $197 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $21,610 | $366,573 | $93,941 | $272,632 |
| 2023 | $20,093 | $338,980 | $86,870 | $252,110 |
| 2022 | $18,025 | $303,260 | $83,510 | $219,750 |
| 2021 | $17,586 | $295,720 | $81,430 | $214,290 |
| 2020 | $16,912 | $289,240 | $79,650 | $209,590 |
| 2019 | $16,570 | $275,000 | $75,730 | $199,270 |
| 2018 | $17,528 | $288,940 | $71,690 | $217,250 |
| 2017 | $17,160 | $275,330 | $68,310 | $207,020 |
| 2016 | $16,820 | $259,380 | $64,350 | $195,030 |
| 2015 | $16,678 | $241,640 | $59,950 | $181,690 |
| 2014 | $15,619 | $208,680 | $47,590 | $161,090 |
| 2013 | $15,445 | $211,620 | $48,260 | $163,360 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Saul Ruiz
-
kelly norton
Buyer's Agent in 2022
kelly norton
Baird Warner
(630) 915-8383
1 in this area
18 Total Sales
-
Victor Caputo
Seller's Agent in 2017
Victor Caputo
Home Zone Realty Inc
(941) 227-4925
77 Total Sales
-
Kris Maranda
Buyer's Agent in 2017
Kris Maranda
@ Properties
(630) 699-2211
31 in this area
254 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 11407015
APN: 06-12-405-014
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