615 S Fern Ave Elmhurst, IL 60126
5
Beds
5
Baths
4,800
Sq Ft
7,841
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- New Construction
- Heated Floors
- Recreation Room
- Jefferson Elementary School Rated A
- Open Floorplan
- 2-minute walk to Van Voorst Park
About This Home
As of March 2025Welcome to 615 Fern Ave, a luxurious newly built home offering an expansive open floor plan with 10-foot high ceilings. The chef's kitchen is a culinary delight, featuring Cafe appliances, a custom oven range hood, and a touchless faucet, complemented by a walk-in pantry with an additional refrigerator. The main floor also boasts a stylish office with steel and glass French doors, a cozy living room with a custom gas fireplace and built-in cabinets, and a brightly lit dining room with large sliding doors leading to a covered back patio perfect for outdoor entertaining. Upstairs, the primary bedroom features two walk-in closets and a lavish bathroom with a double shower and freestanding tub, while three additional bedrooms include vaulted ceilings, large closets, and shared or private bathrooms. The basement offers a full bar with a quartz waterfall counter, a fifth bedroom, and advanced features like a hydraulic floor heating system. Additional amenities include a garage with an electric car charging line, high-quality finishes throughout, and smart home features, making this home a perfect blend of luxury and modern convenience. Incredible location kitty corner to prestigious Jefferson School!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475125223 Listed on: 09/24/2024
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,332
Year Built
- Built in 2024 | New Construction
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Garage ceiling height seven feet or more
- Garage Transmitter
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Parking Space is Owned
Home Design
- Asphalt Roof
- Wood Siding
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 4,800 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Wet Bar
- Dry Bar
- Beamed Ceilings
- Fireplace With Gas Starter
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room
- Recreation Room
- Laundry Room
Flooring
- Wood
- Heated Floors
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5 Potential Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 5 Full Bathrooms
Finished Basement
- English Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Additional Features
- Patio
- Lot Dimensions are 50x160
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 24, 2024
Closed on
Mar 21, 2025
Sold by
Alande Properties Llc
Bought by
Wolfe Kelsea and Wolfe Bryan
Seller's Agent
Leigh Marcus
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Samuel Lubeck
Baird & Warner
List Price
$1,665,000
Sold Price
$1,632,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$33,000
-1.98%
Views
5
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
-$43,500
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-7.04%
Original Mortgage
$1,150,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,150,000
Interest Rate
6.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$438,500
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 25, 2023
Closed on
Jun 5, 2023
Sold by
Craig J Howard And Susan M Howard Trust
Bought by
Alande Properties Llc
Seller's Agent
Cynthia Soderstrom
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Buyer's Agent
Cynthia Soderstrom
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
List Price
$400,000
Sold Price
$392,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$8,000
-2%
Views
2
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
125.92%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 5, 2012
Sold by
Miller Susan and Howard Susan M
Bought by
Howard Craig J and Howard Susan M
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $1,632,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Deed | $392,000 | Fidelity National Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,150,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $230,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $233,900 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | Credit Line Revolving |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/21/2025 03/21/25 | Sold | $1,632,000 | -2.0% | $340 / Sq Ft |
| 02/02/2025 02/02/25 | For Sale | $1,665,000 | +324.7% | $347 / Sq Ft |
| 01/31/2025 01/31/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/21/2023 06/21/23 | Sold | $392,000 | -2.0% | $285 / Sq Ft |
| 05/26/2023 05/26/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/25/2023 05/25/23 | For Sale | $400,000 | -- | $291 / 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 | $8,598 | $142,669 | $93,941 | $48,728 |
| 2023 | $6,332 | $120,300 | $86,870 | $33,430 |
| 2022 | $7,024 | $126,840 | $83,510 | $43,330 |
| 2021 | $6,840 | $123,680 | $81,430 | $42,250 |
| 2020 | $6,566 | $120,970 | $79,650 | $41,320 |
| 2019 | $6,407 | $115,010 | $75,730 | $39,280 |
| 2018 | $6,763 | $120,160 | $71,690 | $48,470 |
| 2017 | $6,595 | $114,500 | $68,310 | $46,190 |
| 2016 | $6,430 | $107,860 | $64,350 | $43,510 |
| 2015 | $6,687 | $100,480 | $59,950 | $40,530 |
| 2014 | $7,175 | $99,100 | $47,590 | $51,510 |
| 2013 | $7,098 | $100,500 | $48,260 | $52,240 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2025
Leigh Marcus
@ Properties
(773) 645-0686
1 in this area
1,199 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Samuel Lubeck
Baird Warner
(847) 370-7707
2 in this area
153 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2023
Cynthia Soderstrom
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
(708) 288-2098
1 in this area
32 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12171689
APN: 06-12-409-007
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