NOT LISTED FOR SALE

660 Linden Ave Lake Forest, IL 60045

Estimated Value: $877,000 - $948,592

3 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,288 Sq Ft
$401/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 28, 2023

Last sale price $790,000 $345 Per Sq Ft

Est. 20% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,957/month

15 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Recreation Room
  • Cherokee Elementary School Rated A
  • Property is near park
  • Vaulted Ceiling

About This Home

As of April 2023

Charming cape cod in impeccable condition located in the Whispering Oaks neighborhood of Lake Forest. Walk to Cherokee elementary school, bike path & train station. Flexible floor plan with 1st floor and 2nd floor primary suites! There are three large bedrooms all en-suite with their own private bathrooms. Gorgeous curb appeal and lot with private backyard perfect for summertime fun and entertaining. The living room enjoys large windows and sliders overlooking the backyard. The library/office enjoys built-in bookcases. The kitchen family room is the heart of the home with a handsome fireplace, slider to the backyard, and spacious open kitchen with granite countertops and high-end appliances. The breakfast room offers vaulted ceilings and large windows to let the sunshine in. The first floor primary bedroom is tucked away for peace and quiet with a full bathroom and ample closets. The 2nd floor offers a second primary suite with full bathroom with separate tub and shower, a huge walk in closet and a separate cedar closet. The 3rd bedroom is large and enjoys an en-suite bathroom and a walk-in closet. There is an unfished attic space that may offer expansion possibilities. The basement has a recreation room, laundry, and storage room, with a stairway to the garage- perfect for a workshop or a bike repair/storage room. This home is flexible for a family , blending family , multi-generational family, couple or single homeowner. Truly, a home for all seasons!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Andrew Mrowiec

Compass License #471004617 Listed on: 02/03/2023

Compass

Co-Listed By

Marina Carney

Compass License #475123100

Last Buyer's Agent

Elizabeth Wieneke

Compass License #475127499

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,434

Year Built

  • Built in 1962

Lot Details

  • 0.45 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 101 x 200 x101 x 199
  • Fenced Yard
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway
  • Parking Space is Owned

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 2,288 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Bookcases
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Breakfast Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Library
  • Recreation Room
  • Storage Room
  • Dormer Attic

Kitchen

  • Double Oven
  • High End Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Soaking Tub
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Sump Pump

Schools

  • Cherokee Elementary School
  • Deer Path Middle School
  • Lake Forest High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Lake Michigan Water

Additional Features

  • Patio
  • Property is near park

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,434

Year Built

Built in 1962

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 1.5 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Cape Cod
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 1.5 Story
  • Year Built: 1962
  • Age: 61-70 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • New Construction Y/N: No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
  • Basement: Partial
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Hardwood Floors, First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Open Floorplan
  • LivingArea: 2288
  • Other Equipment: Sump Pump
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room, Library, Foyer, Recreation Room, Walk In Closet, Other Room, Storage
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: Partially Finished
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower,Soaking Tub
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Attic: Dormer
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Patio
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Lot Features: Fenced Yard
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick,Cedar

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Number of Cars: 2
  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan, Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Park, Curbs, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Cherokee Elementary School
  • High School: Lake Forest High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Deer Path Middle School

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.45
  • Lot Dimensions: 101 X 200 X101 X 199
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 2

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 11434.24
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 3, 2023
Closed on
Apr 28, 2023
Sold by
Dieball Living Family Trust
Bought by
Barrie F Daniel F and Barrie Monica M
Seller's Agent
Andrew Mrowiec
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Elizabeth Wieneke
Compass
List Price
$799,000
Sold Price
$790,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,000
-1.13%
Current Estimated Value
$947,456

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$157,456
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.47%
Original Mortgage
$711,000
Outstanding Balance
$690,123
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$227,525

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 27, 2001
Sold by
Dieball Donald E and Dieball Donna G
Bought by
Dieball Donald E and Dieball Donna G

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 30, 1998
Sold by
Riseborough George E and Riseborough Deborah
Bought by
Dieball Donald E and Dieball Donna G

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$350,000
Interest Rate
6.95%
Source: Public Records
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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
Barrie F Daniel F $790,000 Chicago Title
Dieball Donald E -- --
Dieball Donald E $575,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Barrie F Daniel F $711,000
Previous Owner Dieball Donald E $350,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
04/28/2023 04/28/23 Sold $790,000 -1.1% $345 / Sq Ft
02/18/2023 02/18/23 Pending -- -- --
02/03/2023 02/03/23 For Sale $799,000 -- $349 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

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 $12,445 $250,901 $104,874 $146,027
2023 $12,113 $214,989 $89,863 $125,126
2022 $12,113 $212,854 $94,623 $118,231
2021 $11,434 $205,220 $91,229 $113,991
2020 $11,138 $205,652 $91,421 $114,231
2019 $10,770 $205,303 $91,266 $114,037
2018 $11,284 $227,295 $96,734 $130,561
2017 $11,171 $226,570 $96,425 $130,145
2016 $10,814 $218,003 $92,779 $125,224
2015 $10,643 $204,833 $87,174 $117,659
2014 $8,274 $163,591 $87,798 $75,793
2012 $8,058 $162,147 $87,023 $75,124
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11712775

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 16-09-206-005