Seller's Agent in 2025
Michael Rychtanek
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
(847) 489-4390
1 in this area
34 Total Sales
71 S Chestnut St Aurora, IL 60506
Near West Galena NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $246,000 - $282,387
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,571
Sq Ft
$165/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- Formal Dining Room
- Patio
- Workshop
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Living Room
About This Home
As of June 2025Charming Victorian Home on a Quiet, Tree-Lined Street. Step into timeless elegance with this beautifully maintained Victorian style home believed to have been built in 1897. Freshly painted on the outside and inside. Located on a peaceful, brick-paved street, the home features a spacious, eat-in kitchen, perfect for family gatherings and entertaining. A cozy, enclosed and heated sunroom/porch adds extra living space. The home features classic hardwood floors, original trim/moldings, high ceilings, and vintage pocket doors that showcase its unique craftsmanship along with both baths completely updated. Updated electrical fixtures and ceiling fans throughout the home. Great yard for entertaining, plus a shed, garage, paver brick patio. This is more than a home - it's a piece of history waiting for you to make it your own. Close to downtown and train. A must see!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago License #475128220 Listed on: 05/28/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,420
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 50 x 166
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Frame Construction
- Asphalt Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,571 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Workshop
- Utility Room with Study Area
- Wood Flooring
- Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Unfinished Attic
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Shed
Schools
- Greenman Elementary School
- Jefferson Middle School
- West Aurora High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Humidifier
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 200+ Amp Service
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 28, 2025
Closed on
Jun 18, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Michael Rychtanek
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Buyer's Agent
David Mishel
Real Broker LLC
List Price
$249,000
Sold Price
$250,000
Premium/Discount to List
$1,000
0.4%
Views
64
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
$9,847
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.94%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 9, 2016
Closed on
Aug 26, 2016
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Tara Kunkel
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
Buyer's Agent
Ron Donavon
Keller Williams Inspire - Geneva
List Price
$149,000
Sold Price
$145,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,000
-2.68%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.34%
Original Mortgage
$137,750
Interest Rate
3.43%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 5, 2012
Closed on
Dec 11, 2012
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Russ Lenich
Baird & Warner
Buyer's Agent
Tara Kunkel
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
List Price
$144,900
Sold Price
$143,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$1,900
-1.31%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.38%
Original Mortgage
$140,409
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 20, 2003
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$156,750
Interest Rate
5.3%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
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Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $250,000 | Premier Title | ||
| -- | -- | ||
| $143,000 | Baird & Warner Title Service | ||
| $165,000 | Chicago Title Insurance Comp |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $137,750 | ||
| Previous Owner | -- | ||
| Previous Owner | $140,409 | ||
| Previous Owner | $156,750 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/24/2025 06/24/25 | Sold | $250,000 | +0.4% | $159 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/29/2025 05/29/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/28/2025 05/28/25 | For Sale | $249,000 | +71.7% | $158 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/17/2016 08/17/16 | Sold | $145,000 | -2.7% | $92 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 07/07/2016 07/07/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/09/2016 04/09/16 | For Sale | $149,000 | +4.2% | $95 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/12/2012 12/12/12 | Sold | $143,000 | -1.3% | $91 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 10/22/2012 10/22/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/05/2012 10/05/12 | For Sale | $144,900 | -- | $92 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History
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| 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 | $4,420 | $63,447 | $7,117 | $56,330 |
| 2023 | $4,196 | $56,690 | $6,359 | $50,331 |
| 2022 | $4,073 | $51,724 | $5,802 | $45,922 |
| 2021 | $3,877 | $48,156 | $5,402 | $42,754 |
| 2020 | $3,651 | $44,730 | $5,018 | $39,712 |
| 2019 | $3,490 | $41,443 | $4,649 | $36,794 |
| 2018 | $2,800 | $33,849 | $4,300 | $29,549 |
| 2017 | $2,494 | $30,053 | $3,962 | $26,091 |
| 2016 | $2,233 | $26,856 | $3,396 | $23,460 |
| 2015 | -- | $28,007 | $2,920 | $25,087 |
| 2014 | -- | $25,807 | $2,684 | $23,123 |
| 2013 | -- | $26,350 | $2,565 | $23,785 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Michael Rychtanek
-
David Mishel
Buyer's Agent in 2025
David Mishel
Real Broker LLC
(773) 936-2714
2 in this area
136 Total Sales
-
Tara Kunkel
Seller's Agent in 2016
Tara Kunkel
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
(815) 482-0847
119 Total Sales
-
Ron Donavon
Buyer's Agent in 2016
Ron Donavon
Keller Williams Inspire - Geneva
(630) 740-5093
2 in this area
193 Total Sales
-
R
Seller's Agent in 2012
Russ Lenich
Baird & Warner
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12375896
APN: 15-21-426-016
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