NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Forest Villa Condominiums 6700 S Brainard Ave Unit 403 Countryside, IL 60525

Estimated Value: $208,000 - $222,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,150 Sq Ft
$349/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold March 17, 2023

Last sale price $185,000 $161 Per Sq Ft

Est. 16% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,743/month

1 Day on Market

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • Above Ground Pool
  • Lock-and-Leave Community
  • Wm F Gurrie Middle School Rated A-
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Property is near a forest

About This Home

As of March 2023

Sun filled top floor unit at the lovely Forest Villa Condominiums is move-in ready and offers a terrific location adjacent to the Arie Crown Forest Preserve with miles of hiking trails as well as ease of access to both I-55 and I-294 and the area many restaurants and shops. Upon entry into the lobby of Forest Villa you are greeted by a grand staircase and two welcoming side reception areas great for large gatherings. Take the elevator to unit 403, which offers a lovely north view of the building with greenery and fountain from your private balcony. The two bedroom/two bath condo has been tastefully painted throughout and has neutral carpeting. The primary bedroom has a full bath, double closets, and a new in-unit stackable washer & dryer. The second bedroom has a large walk-in closet. The kitchen has been updated with granite countertops and plumbing. The A/C unit was new in '15. Additional amenities of the building include a well-equipped exercise room with bathrooms and access to the beautiful outside pool and picnic area. There are additional large and clean coin laundry facilities on the lower level if needed and access to the units storage space of the indoor garage area. Parking for the unit is two unassigned exterior spaces.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Catherine LaBelle

Baird & Warner License #475131042 Listed on: 02/24/2023

Baird & Warner

Last Buyer's Agent

Travis Binns

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #471020956

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,237

Year Built

  • Built in 1968

Lot Details

  • 6

HOA Fees

  • $349 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Tar and Gravel Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,150 Sq Ft Home
  • 4-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Storage
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Potential Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Soaking Tub

Laundry

  • Laundry in Bathroom
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • Driveway
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Visitor Parking
  • Parking Included in Price
  • Unassigned Parking

Accessible Home Design

  • Accessibility Features
  • Level Entry For Accessibility

Outdoor Features

  • Above Ground Pool

Schools

  • Ideal Elementary School
  • Wm F Gurrie Middle School
  • Lyons Twp High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating Available
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Lake Michigan Water

Additional Features

  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Property is near a forest

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include heat, water, gas, parking, insurance, exercise facilities, pool, exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavenger, snow removal
  • 124 Units
  • Manager Association, Phone Number (630) 620-1133
  • Mid-Rise Condominium
  • Forest Villa Condominium Subdivision, Condo Floorplan
  • Property managed by American Community Management
  • Lock-and-Leave Community

Amenities

  • Sundeck
  • Common Area
  • Coin Laundry
  • Service Elevator
  • Package Room
  • Elevator

Recreation

  • Community Pool
  • Trails

Pet Policy

  • Cats Allowed

Security

  • Resident Manager or Management On Site
  • Storm Screens
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,237

Year Built

Built in 1968

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$349 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Type Attached: Condo,Mid Rise (4-6 Stories)
  • Ownership: Condo
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: Condo,Mid Rise (4-6 Stories)
  • Subdivision Name: Forest Villa Condominium
  • Year Built: 1968
  • Age: 51-60 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: Yes
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Unit Floor Level: 4
  • New Construction Y/N: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 4

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: None
  • Accessibility Features: Main Level Entry
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Interior Amenities: Elevator, Laundry Hook-Up in Unit, Storage
  • LivingArea: 1150
  • Other Equipment: Security System, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Room Type: Balcony/Porch/Lanai
  • Stories Total: 4
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: None
  • Bathroom Amenities: Soaking Tub
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Estimated

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Balcony, Above Ground Pool, Storms/Screens
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • List Price: 185000
  • Lot Features: Common Grounds, Forest Preserve Adjacent, Landscaped
  • Roof: Tar and Gravel
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Unassigned, Visitor Parking
  • ParkingTotal: 2
  • Number of Cars: 2
  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Parking: Space/s
  • Parking On-Site: Yes

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
  • Heating: Electric
  • Laundry Features: In Unit, In Bathroom
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK
  • Association Fee: 349
  • Association Amenities: Coin Laundry, Elevator(s), Exercise Room, Storage, Sundeck, Pool, Receiving Room, Security Door Lock(s), Service Elevator(s), Elevator(s), Private Inground Pool, School Bus, Trail(s)
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Management: Manager Off-site
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Management Company: American Community Management
  • Management Contact Name: Manager
  • Management Phone: 630-620-1133
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Water, Gas, Parking, Insurance, Exercise Facilities, Pool, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal

Schools

  • Elementary School: Ideal Elementary School
  • High School: Lyons Twp High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Wm F Gurrie Middle School
  • Middle/Junior School District: 105

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: COMMON
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 10
  • Pets Allowed (Y/N): Yes
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2237.42
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 124

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 24, 2023
Closed on
Mar 9, 2023
Sold by
Collier Valerie M
Bought by
Watal Vijai and Watal Shobha
Seller's Agent
Catherine LaBelle
Baird & Warner
Buyer's Agent
Travis Binns
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$185,000
Sold Price
$185,000
Views
23
Current Estimated Value
$214,360

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$29,360
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.28%
Original Mortgage
$148,000
Outstanding Balance
$144,513
Interest Rate
6.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$69,847

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 12, 2016
Closed on
Jul 6, 2016
Sold by
Damasco Marichu P
Bought by
Collier Valerie M
Seller's Agent
Phoebe Co
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Buyer's Agent
Catherine LaBelle
Baird & Warner
List Price
$115,000
Sold Price
$105,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-8.7%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.84%
Original Mortgage
$81,600
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 3, 2002
Sold by
Marquette Bank
Bought by
Damasco Marichu P

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$130,000
Interest Rate
6.25%
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
Watal Vijai $185,000 None Listed On Document
Collier Valerie M $105,000 Fidelity Title Company
Damasco Marichu P $137,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Watal Vijai $148,000
Previous Owner Collier Valerie M $81,600
Previous Owner Damasco Marichu P $130,150
Previous Owner Damasco Marichu P $130,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/17/2023 03/17/23 Sold $185,000 0.0% $161 / Sq Ft
02/26/2023 02/26/23 Pending -- -- --
02/24/2023 02/24/23 For Sale $185,000 +76.2% $161 / Sq Ft
07/08/2016 07/08/16 Sold $105,000 -8.7% --
04/21/2016 04/21/16 Pending -- -- --
04/12/2016 04/12/16 For Sale $115,000 -- --
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 $2,712 $15,483 $846 $14,637
2023 $2,299 $15,483 $846 $14,637
2022 $2,299 $12,162 $1,638 $10,524
2021 $2,237 $12,161 $1,638 $10,523
2020 $2,215 $12,161 $1,638 $10,523
2019 $1,464 $9,355 $1,479 $7,876
2018 $1,447 $9,355 $1,479 $7,876
2017 $2,220 $9,355 $1,479 $7,876
2016 $1,776 $9,496 $1,268 $8,228
2015 $1,718 $9,496 $1,268 $8,228
2014 $1,698 $9,496 $1,268 $8,228
2013 $2,487 $13,063 $1,268 $11,795
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11724050

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 18-20-201-041-1095