Seller's Agent in 2019
Brian Behan
@ Properties
(312) 480-1244
85 in this area
160 Total Sales
727 Thatcher Ave River Forest, IL 60305
Estimated Value: $604,000 - $729,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,680
Sq Ft
$405/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Colonial Architecture
- Deck
- Recreation Room
- Lincoln Elementary School Rated A
- Property is near a forest
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of October 2019You've found your turnkey, Instagram-ready house in River Forest! Featuring updates from top to bottom, hardwood throughout, the kitchen has been freshly remodeled: featuring white cabinets, subway tile back splash, stainless steel appliances and granite counter tops. The spacious living room features built in bookcases flanking a wood burning fireplace and opens onto a true, 4 season sun room. Natural light pours into this home from all directions. The second floor includes 3 bedrooms, plus an attached study that looks out onto the massive 225' deep lot. This home is situated on one of the best stretches of Thatcher Avenue with architecturally significant homes all around. Enjoy the change of seasons with the serene woods just across the street, you have immediate access to nature trails, cross country skiing, fishing and Trailside Museum. 5 minute walk to RF Metra Station, Keystone Park, paddle tennis courts, Lincoln and Roosevelt Schools. Brand new mechanicals and washer/dryer!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475175921 Listed on: 07/09/2019
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $13,511
Year Built
- 1914
Lot Details
- 9,148
Parking
- Detached Garage
- Garage Transmitter
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
- Garage Is Owned
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Slab Foundation
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Stucco Exterior
Interior Spaces
- Walk-In Closet
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Breakfast Room
- Home Office
- Recreation Room
- Lower Floor Utility Room
- Storage Room
- Wood Flooring
- Partially Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Kitchen
- Oven or Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Additional Features
- Deck
- Property is near a forest
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 9, 2019
Closed on
Oct 23, 2019
Sold by
Griffin John M and Griffin Jennifer S
Bought by
Desmond Mark and Desmond Nicole
Seller's Agent
Brian Behan
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Joe Zimmerman
Keller Williams ONEChicago
List Price
$509,000
Sold Price
$480,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$29,000
-5.7%
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
$200,413
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.51%
Original Mortgage
$456,000
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 19, 2015
Sold by
Griffin John M and Griffin Jennifer S
Bought by
Griffin John M and Griffin Jennifer S
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 14, 2009
Sold by
Griffin John M and Griffin Jennifer S
Bought by
Griffin John M and Griffin Jennifer S
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 16, 1994
Sold by
Dowling Owen Q and Dowling Virginia M
Bought by
Griffin John M and Griffin Jennifer S
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$190,000
Interest Rate
6%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Desmond Mark | $480,000 | Chicago Title Insurance Co | |
| Griffin John M | -- | Attorney | |
| Griffin John M | -- | None Available | |
| Griffin John M | $283,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Desmond Mark | $473,000 | |
| Closed | Desmond Mark | $464,000 | |
| Closed | Desmond Mark | $456,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Griffin John M | $91,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Griffin John M | $70,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Griffin John M | $305,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Griffin John M | $185,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Griffin John M | $70,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Griffin John M | $190,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/23/2019 10/23/19 | Sold | $480,000 | -3.4% | $286 / Sq Ft |
| 09/04/2019 09/04/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/27/2019 08/27/19 | Price Changed | $497,000 | -2.4% | $296 / Sq Ft |
| 07/09/2019 07/09/19 | For Sale | $509,000 | -- | $303 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $13,511 | $52,670 | $11,040 | $41,630 |
| 2023 | $12,926 | $54,051 | $11,040 | $43,011 |
| 2022 | $12,926 | $43,448 | $9,660 | $33,788 |
| 2021 | $13,512 | $43,448 | $9,660 | $33,788 |
| 2020 | $13,203 | $43,448 | $9,660 | $33,788 |
| 2019 | $14,572 | $50,369 | $8,740 | $41,629 |
| 2018 | $13,793 | $50,369 | $8,740 | $41,629 |
| 2017 | $13,761 | $50,369 | $8,740 | $41,629 |
| 2016 | $13,586 | $44,728 | $7,360 | $37,368 |
| 2015 | $13,306 | $44,728 | $7,360 | $37,368 |
| 2014 | $12,204 | $44,728 | $7,360 | $37,368 |
| 2013 | $12,664 | $47,512 | $7,360 | $40,152 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Brian Behan
-
Joe Zimmerman
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Joe Zimmerman
Keller Williams ONEChicago
(773) 230-0826
230 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: MRD10444716
APN: 15-11-206-006-0000
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