$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 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 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
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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

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%
Views
113
Current Estimated Value
$236,380

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$9,380
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.47%
Original Mortgage
$215,650
Outstanding Balance
$214,711
Interest Rate
6.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$21,669
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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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 List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
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