NOT LISTED FOR SALE

598 Wharton Dr Unit 25A Lake Forest, IL 60045

Estimated Value: $864,000 - $921,000

4 Beds
4 Baths
2,367 Sq Ft
$372/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 23, 2020

Last sale price $600,000 $253 Per Sq Ft

Est. 47% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,389/month

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Heated Floors
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Wooded Lot
  • Everett Elementary School Rated A
  • Recreation Room
  • Vaulted Ceiling

About This Home

As of October 2020

A MUST SEE! Stunning Conway Farms duplex with 1st floor master & $180K in updates* Gorgeous hardwood flooring greets you in the 2 story foyer* LR has vaulted ceiling with NEWER carpet, gas FP, can lighting and access to large, private stone patio perfect for entertaining* Separate DR with NEW fixture, hardwood floors and silhouette window treatments* UPDATED Gourmet Kitchen (2010) offers limestone floors, granite and marble counters, center island w/ prep sink, custom cabinetry w/pull out drawers,TOP OF LINE SS appliances incl. 2nd dishwasher drawer, tiled backsplash w/pot filler, pendant lighting & bench seating area w/extra storage* Large mud room w/3 year NEW front load washer/dryer* FIRST FLOOR MASTER SUITE offers UPDATED master bath w/LARGE, marble multi head steam shower, porcelain heated floor & high end double vanity* Master has 2 walk-in custom closets (one has been expanded) & hardwood flooring* 2nd floor offers 2 large additional bedrooms & large 2nd full bath w/dual vanity and shower/tub combo* Large finished basement w/4th bedroom/office, FULL bath & spacious unfinished storage area* 2 sumps w/1 back-up* ALL BUT 2 NEW Anderson & Pella windows* NEW Furnace & thermostat 2020* NEWER AC 2012* WELCOME HOME!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Julie Brown

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475125203 Listed on: 08/28/2020

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Chris Foss

Coldwell Banker Realty License #475123270

Coldwell Banker Realty

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,990

Year Built

  • 2000

Lot Details

  • Property has an invisible fence for dogs
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Wooded Lot

HOA Fees

  • $734 per month

Parking

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

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Wood Shingle Roof
  • Stone Siding
  • Cedar

Interior Spaces

  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Recreation Room
  • Storage Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Built-In Double Oven
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • High End Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Heated Floors

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

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

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Utilities

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

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Community Details

Amenities

  • Common Area

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,990

Year Built

2000

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$734 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Unit Floor Level: 1
  • Age: 16-20 Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Number Interior Fireplaces: 1
  • Ownership: Fee Simple w/ HO Assn.
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 3.1
  • Estimated Year Built: 2000
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
  • Type Attached: 1/2 Duplex
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 2000

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, Heated Floors, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Laundry, 1st Floor Full Bath, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Number Of Rooms: 8
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 18X14, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Appliances: Oven-Double, Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Oven/Built-in, Range Hood
  • Equipment: Humidifier, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan, Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn, Backup Sump Pump;
  • Fireplace Details: Gas Logs, Gas Starter
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Partially Finished
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 4
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 1
  • Primary Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower, Double Sink
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 3
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 8X7, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Stone
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 12X10, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 22X16, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Stone
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Pantry-Closet
  • Additional Rooms: Recreation Room, Storage
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 24X14, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Additional Room 1 Name: Recreation Rm, Dimensions: 30X20, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Carpet
  • Additional Room 2 Name: Storage, Dimensions: 27X18, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Other
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 16X16, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 15X13, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 18X13, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Carpet
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 2367
  • Dining Room Type: Separate

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete
  • Exterior Building Type: Cedar, Stone
  • Roof Type: Wood Shakes/Shingles
  • Exterior Property Features: Patio, Invisible Fence

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 2
  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s), Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 2
  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Parking Included In Price: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Max Pet Weight: 50
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Management: Manager Off-site
  • Pet Information: Cats OK, Dogs OK
  • Common Area Amenities: Park/Playground, Pool-Outdoors, Tennis Court/s
  • Assessment Includes: Common Insurance, Pool, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger
  • Assessment Association Fees: 734
  • Management Contact Name: Linda
  • Management Phone: 847-267-1654

Fee Information

  • Management Company: Conway Farms HOA

Schools

  • School District: 115
  • Elementary School: Everett Elementary School
  • Middle School: Deer Path Middle School
  • High School: Lake Forest High School
  • Junior High Dist: 67

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 97.1X38.1X97X37.7
  • Lot Description: Common Grounds, Landscaped Professionally, Wooded
  • Parcel Identification Number: 15013020670000

Multi Family

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

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 10201.68

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 15, 2021
Sold by
Decoster Steven A and Decoster Mary J
Bought by
Decoster Steven A and Decoster Mary J
Current Estimated Value
$880,768

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 28, 2020
Closed on
Oct 23, 2020
Sold by
Fenchel Stephen and Fenchel Mary
Bought by
Decoster Steven A and Decoster Mary Jo
Seller's Agent
Julie Brown
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Chris Foss
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$625,000
Sold Price
$600,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-4%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.00%
Original Mortgage
$339,000
Outstanding Balance
$301,358
Interest Rate
2.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$579,410

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 15, 2000
Sold by
The Goebeler Company
Bought by
Fenchel Stephen and Fenchel Mary

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$307,000
Interest Rate
8.25%
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
Decoster Steven A -- None Available
Decoster Steven A $600,000 Chicago Title
Fenchel Stephen $462,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Decoster Steven A $339,000
Previous Owner Fenchel Stephen $307,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/23/2020 10/23/20 Sold $600,000 -4.0% $253 / Sq Ft
09/01/2020 09/01/20 Pending -- -- --
08/28/2020 08/28/20 For Sale $625,000 -- $264 / 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 $11,990 $208,585 $63,125 $145,460
2023 $11,171 $196,815 $59,563 $137,252
2022 $11,171 $190,341 $57,604 $132,737
2021 $10,838 $188,289 $56,983 $131,306
2020 $10,573 $188,931 $57,177 $131,754
2019 $10,202 $188,234 $56,966 $131,268
2018 $9,952 $196,458 $55,284 $141,174
2017 $9,753 $191,873 $53,994 $137,879
2016 $9,410 $183,734 $51,704 $132,030
2015 $9,226 $171,826 $48,353 $123,473
2014 $8,800 $164,575 $51,931 $112,644
2012 $8,658 $164,905 $52,035 $112,870
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD10838354

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 15-01-302-067