NOT LISTED FOR SALE

554 S Hillcrest Ave Elmhurst, IL 60126

Estimated Value: $1,173,000 - $1,240,000

5 Beds
3 Baths
3,550 Sq Ft
$339/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 12, 2022

Last sale price $920,000 $259 Per Sq Ft

Est. 31% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,401/month

33 Days on Market

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 2022

Welcome 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 Listed By

Saul Ruiz

Redfin Corporation Listed on: 05/26/2022

Redfin Corporation

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

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$17,586

Year Built

Built in 2004

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 2004
  • Age: 16-20 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • 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: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Trash Compactor, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop
  • Basement: Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Interior Amenities: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Hardwood Floors, First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Laundry, First Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • LivingArea: 3550
  • Other Equipment: Humidifier, TV-Cable, Intercom, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room, Bedroom 5, Foyer
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Assessed Sq Ft: 3550
  • Basement Description: Unfinished,Bathroom Rough-In,Egress Window
  • Bathroom Amenities: Whirlpool,Double Sink
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Attic: Pull Down Stair
  • Door Features: Lever Style Door Handles,Panel Door(s)
  • Window Features: Blinds,Screens,Wood Frames
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Patio
  • List Price: 949900
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Number of Cars: 3
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s),7 Foot or more high garage door
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Sink
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Park, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Jefferson Elementary School
  • High School: York Community High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Sandburg Middle School
  • Middle/Junior School District: 205

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.18
  • Lot Dimensions: 7978
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N
  • Zero Lot Line: No

Rental Info

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

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 17585.72
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

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
Total Days on Market
33
Current Estimated Value
$1,201,707

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
10.09%
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%

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
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

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 $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

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11407015

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 06-12-405-014