Joe Barry
Swanson Real Estate
(708) 866-1735
18 Total Sales
1 in Waterman
$239,000 Price
603 E Garfield St Waterman, IL 60556
Waterman AreaEstimated Value: $283,000 - $321,188
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,321
Sq Ft
$131/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Open Floorplan
- Community Lake
- Traditional Architecture
- Indian Creek High School Rated 9+
- Property is near park
- Loft
About This Home
As of October 2025Spacious 3-bedroom, 2.1-bath home with loft in the highly sought-after Green Ridge community in Waterman. The main level features a bright living room with an attached dining area and a cozy fireplace. The kitchen offers ample cabinet and counter space, a breakfast bar with space for 2-3, an adjacent eating area with sliding glass doors leading to the backyard, and a walk-in pantry that includes a convenient laundry area. Upstairs, the primary suite boasts a large closet and a private bath with dual entry, separate vanities, a shower stall, and an oversized soaking tub. Two additional bedrooms with generous closet space, a second full bath, and a spacious loft complete the upper level. Outside, enjoy a large backyard with a paver patio and built-in firepit, perfect for entertaining or relaxing. Located next to a large park with a walking/biking path, and just one block from the middle school. Waterman offers a variety of local amenities, including parks, trails, a splash pad, skate park, dog park, and different dining options up along Route 30. Also near Shabbona Lake & Park, with additional shopping and dining options nearby in DeKalb. Schedule your showing today!
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,601
Year Built
- Built in 2006
Lot Details
- 9,583 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 70x140
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
HOA Fees
- $25 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Parking Available
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Asphalt Roof
- Vinyl Siding
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 2,321 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Drapes & Rods
- Blinds
- Window Screens
- Sliding Doors
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Loft
- Crawl Space
- Unfinished Attic
- Storm Doors
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Walk-In Pantry
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Carpet
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Dual Sinks
- Soaking Tub
- Garden Bath
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Fire Pit
Location
- Property is near park
Schools
- Indian Creek Elementary School
- Indian Creek Middle School
- Indian Creek High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- Manager Association, Phone Number (815) 751-6451
- Green Ridge Subdivision
- Property managed by Signature Professional Property Management
- Community Lake
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 21, 2025
Closed on
Sep 27, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Alice Chin
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Jaimie Banke
Keller Williams Thrive
List Price
$290,000
Sold Price
$280,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-3.45%
Views
31
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$23,297
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.98%
Original Mortgage
$224,000
Outstanding Balance
$222,183
Interest Rate
6.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$81,114
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 30, 2015
Closed on
Aug 24, 2015
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Jill Jacobsen-Haka
J.Jill Realty Group
Buyer's Agent
Jill Jacobsen-Haka
J.Jill Realty Group
List Price
$139,900
Sold Price
$139,900
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.19%
Original Mortgage
$7,500
Interest Rate
3.88%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone First
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 7, 2015
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 30, 2010
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 9, 2007
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$225,100
Interest Rate
6.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Waterman, IL
-
Joe Barry
-
Alyssa Buttels
Alyssa Buttels
Excel Realty Group
(331) 258-3597
71 Total Sales
1 in Waterman
$277,000 Price
-
Judah Sameth
Judah Sameth
Willow Real Estate, Inc
(224) 268-8857
158 Total Sales
2 in Waterman
$215K - $330K Price Range
-
Kayla Easley
Kayla Easley
Responds QuicklyeXp Realty - Chicago North Ave
(331) 215-9689
87 Total Sales
1 in Waterman
$32,000 Price
-
Katherine Gannon
Katherine Gannon
RE/MAX Experience
(779) 212-7407
24 Total Sales
1 in Waterman
$2,581,000 Price
-
Trent Taylor
Trent Taylor
Taylored Realty
(815) 991-4086
47 Total Sales
16 in Waterman
$100K - $325K Price Range
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $280,000 | None Listed On Document | ||
| $140,000 | -- | ||
| -- | -- | ||
| -- | -- | ||
| $225,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $224,000 | ||
| Closed | $40,790 | ||
| Closed | $7,500 | ||
| Previous Owner | $137,365 | ||
| Previous Owner | $225,100 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/01/2025 10/01/25 | Sold | $280,000 | -3.4% | $121 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/04/2025 09/04/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/21/2025 08/21/25 | For Sale | $290,000 | +107.3% | $125 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/05/2015 10/05/15 | Sold | $139,900 | 0.0% | $60 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 08/11/2015 08/11/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/30/2015 07/30/15 | For Sale | $139,900 | -- | $60 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,601 | $87,723 | $11,896 | $75,827 |
| 2024 | $5,346 | $78,965 | $10,708 | $68,257 |
| 2023 | $5,346 | $71,832 | $9,741 | $62,091 |
| 2022 | $5,475 | $72,629 | $18,540 | $54,089 |
| 2021 | $5,459 | $69,428 | $17,723 | $51,705 |
| 2020 | $5,338 | $66,553 | $16,989 | $49,564 |
| 2019 | $5,168 | $64,055 | $16,351 | $47,704 |
| 2018 | $5,012 | $61,379 | $15,668 | $45,711 |
| 2017 | $4,311 | $52,628 | $15,065 | $37,563 |
| 2016 | $4,167 | $50,546 | $14,469 | $36,077 |
| 2015 | -- | $47,685 | $13,650 | $34,035 |
| 2014 | -- | $47,269 | $13,531 | $33,738 |
| 2013 | -- | $48,646 | $13,925 | $34,721 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Alice Chin
Seller's Agent in 2025
Alice Chin
Compass
(630) 425-2868
423 Total Sales
-
Tiffany Kniffin
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Tiffany Kniffin
Realty Executives
(815) 703-4472
63 Total Sales
-
Jaimie Banke
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Jaimie Banke
Keller Williams Thrive
(847) 802-2777
274 Total Sales
-
Joan Couris
Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Joan Couris
Keller Williams Thrive
(630) 561-3348
652 Total Sales
-
Jill Jacobsen-Haka
Seller's Agent in 2015
Jill Jacobsen-Haka
J.Jill Realty Group
(815) 375-1512
98 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12439741
APN: 14-15-181-018
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