$227,000
SOLD APR 4, 2025

709 S Cross St Sycamore, IL 60178

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,540 Sq Ft
7,841 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$147 Per Sq Ft

3% Below List Price

85 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Mature Trees
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Granite Countertops
  • Property is near a park
  • Wood Flooring
  • Heated Enclosed Porch

About This Home

As of April 2025

A classic two-story home with a traditional style! Experience comfort and quality with three roomy bedrooms, hardwood floors, and distinctive crown molding. Enter through the French doors and be impressed with the BRAND-NEW living room hardwood flooring. Gather around the warmth of the authentic fireplace. The kitchen contains custom-built Amish maple cabinets, streamlined granite countertops, and hardwood flooring. Eat informal meals in the specifically designed built-in nook, which matches the beautiful cabinetry wood. The dining room's blend of two built-in China cabinets, hardwood, and ceramic tile is ideal for entertaining. The enclosed and heated front porch provides a cozy space to relax year-round. The porch has a NEW plank vinyl flooring. The bathroom has ceramic flooring and a vital heated towel rack. Enjoy a fenced back yard with ample room for a garden and flower beds. The basement houses a washer and dryer, a utility sink, a standalone shower, a water closet/stool, a storage cabinet, a workbench and shelving. Enter the basement thru a stairway off the kitchen or through the backyard exterior access door. Select interior rooms have been painted throughout the home and basement. The 2-car garage has a new garage opener with remotes, built-in storage as well as attic storage, and a workbench, giving you the convenience of a workstation.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jill Doherty

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group License #475188692 Listed on: 12/10/2024

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group

Last Buyer's Agent

Alison France

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475130336

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,615

Year Built

  • Built in 1907

Lot Details

  • 7,841 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 60x132
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Mature Trees

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Metal Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,540 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Bookcases
  • Electric Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Heated Enclosed Porch
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Range with Range Hood
  • Granite Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Sink Near Laundry
  • Electric Dryer Hookup

Basement

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

Location

  • Property is near a park

Utilities

  • Radiator
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • Water Softener is Owned

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,615

Year Built

Built in 1907

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Traditional
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 1907
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Water Softener Owned
  • Basement: Unfinished, Storage Space, Walk-Up Access, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Electric
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Hardwood Floors, Built-in Features, Bookcases, Some Window Treatment, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room
  • LivingArea: 1540
  • Other Equipment: Water-Softener Owned
  • Room Type: Enclosed Porch Heated
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Door Features: French Doors,Panel Door(s)
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Fenced, Partial
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • List Price: 235000
  • Lot Features: Mature Trees
  • Roof: Metal
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Frame,Wood Siding

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Wall Unit(s)
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Steam, Radiator(s)
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Sink
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Middle/Junior School District: 427

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.18
  • Lot Dimensions: 60X132
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 5
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4615
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 10, 2024
Closed on
Apr 4, 2025
Sold by
Mcfadden-Miller Zena K and Mcfadden Zena K
Bought by
Batten Bianca A
Seller's Agent
Jill Doherty
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
Buyer's Agent
Alison France
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$235,000
Sold Price
$227,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$8,000
-3.4%
Total Days on Market
85
Views
113

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.01%
Original Mortgage
$215,650
Outstanding Balance
$215,650
Interest Rate
6.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$16,384
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $227,000 American Title Guaranty
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $215,650 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/04/2025 04/04/25 Sold $227,000 -3.4% $147 / Sq Ft
03/05/2025 03/05/25 Pending -- -- --
03/01/2025 03/01/25 For Sale $235,000 +3.5% $153 / Sq Ft
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $227,000 -- --
01/30/2025 01/30/25 For Sale $235,000 0.0% $153 / Sq Ft
12/28/2024 12/28/24 Pending -- -- --
12/10/2024 12/10/24 For Sale $235,000 -- $153 / 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 $4,615 $67,908 $12,971 $54,937
2023 $4,615 $62,011 $11,845 $50,166
2022 $4,348 $56,875 $10,864 $46,011
2021 $4,573 $53,394 $10,199 $43,195
2020 $5,089 $52,081 $9,948 $42,133
2019 $5,014 $50,940 $9,730 $41,210
2018 $4,939 $49,394 $9,435 $39,959
2017 $4,832 $47,440 $9,062 $38,378
2016 $4,733 $45,276 $8,649 $36,627
2015 -- $42,612 $8,140 $34,472
2014 -- $40,464 $7,730 $32,734
2013 -- $41,239 $7,878 $33,361
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12207343

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 06-32-307-020