731 Garfield Ave Aurora, IL 60506
Blackhawk Neighborhood
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,264
Sq Ft
8,899
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- Full Attic
- Corner Lot
- Prairie Architecture
- Heated Sun or Florida Room
- Home Office
About This Home
As of December 2024Welcome home and discover the charm of this classic Prairie Style four square home! This spacious 4 bedroom 2.5 bath home is filled with vintage charm, big rooms, style and character throughout! The full front porch welcomes you onto the first floor with its foyer, an office/den, large living room, dining room, sun room, half bath and a spacious kitchen with plenty of cabinet space and a seamless flow throughout. The second level boasts four very generous sized bedrooms, full bathroom and a balcony from the primary bedroom. The full attic is the perfect canvas to your own creative vision. Venture downstairs to the basement to find a large living space, laundry/storage and another full bathroom. Spend the remainder of your summer in the backyard offering privacy, tons of great space and a lengthy driveway with a two car garage. Updates throughout include: Roof 2022, electrical in the basement 2023, front entrance pathway 2023, basement windows 2021, back porch 2023, fence 2021, water heater 2020.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Baird & Warner, Inc. License #475156324 Listed on: 08/01/2024
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,319
Year Built
- Built in 1914
Lot Details
- 8,899 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 50 x 178
- Corner Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Prairie Architecture
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 2,264 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Heated Sun or Florida Room
- Screened Porch
- Wood Flooring
- Full Attic
- Laundry Room
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
Partially Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Schools
- Greenman Elementary School
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Heating System Uses Steam
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 1, 2024
Closed on
Nov 27, 2024
Sold by
Balbontin Michel
Bought by
Butron Alicia C
Seller's Agent
Margarita Lopez
Baird & Warner, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Carlos Olvera
Fathom Realty IL LLC
List Price
$379,000
Sold Price
$310,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$69,000
-18.21%
Views
362
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
$20,663
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.24%
Original Mortgage
$248,000
Outstanding Balance
$246,459
Interest Rate
7.38%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$84,204
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 14, 2016
Closed on
Dec 14, 2016
Sold by
Groom Peter G and Groom Mary Elizbeth
Bought by
Balbontin Michel
Seller's Agent
Kathy Brothers
Keller Williams Innovate - Aurora
Buyer's Agent
Erika Balbontin
ARNI Realty Incorporated
List Price
$185,000
Sold Price
$165,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,000
-10.81%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.21%
Original Mortgage
$162,011
Interest Rate
3.37%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 10, 2003
Sold by
Fannie Mae
Bought by
Groom Peter and Groom Mary Elizabeth
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$156,800
Interest Rate
5.36%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 7, 2003
Sold by
Rudd Duane C
Bought by
Federal National Mortgage Association
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 15, 2000
Sold by
Bennett Thomas R and Bennett Karen
Bought by
Rudd Duane C
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$158,150
Interest Rate
8.21%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $310,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $310,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $165,000 | Chicago Title Insurance Co | |
| Special Warranty Deed | -- | Greater Illinois Title Compa | |
| Sheriffs Deed | -- | Wheatland Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $166,500 | Chicago Title Insurance Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $248,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $248,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $176,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $162,011 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $49,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $156,800 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $158,150 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | $29,200 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/11/2024 12/11/24 | Sold | $310,000 | -2.8% | $137 / Sq Ft |
| 10/17/2024 10/17/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/10/2024 10/10/24 | Price Changed | $319,000 | -7.3% | $141 / Sq Ft |
| 08/22/2024 08/22/24 | Price Changed | $344,000 | -9.2% | $152 / Sq Ft |
| 08/01/2024 08/01/24 | For Sale | $379,000 | +129.7% | $167 / Sq Ft |
| 12/16/2016 12/16/16 | Sold | $165,000 | -5.7% | $73 / Sq Ft |
| 07/22/2016 07/22/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/15/2016 07/15/16 | Price Changed | $175,000 | -5.4% | $77 / Sq Ft |
| 05/14/2016 05/14/16 | For Sale | $185,000 | -- | $82 / 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 | $7,979 | $108,775 | $14,884 | $93,891 |
| 2023 | $7,639 | $97,190 | $13,299 | $83,891 |
| 2022 | $7,319 | $88,677 | $12,134 | $76,543 |
| 2021 | $6,995 | $82,559 | $11,297 | $71,262 |
| 2020 | $6,617 | $76,685 | $10,493 | $66,192 |
| 2019 | $6,361 | $71,051 | $9,722 | $61,329 |
| 2018 | $6,199 | $68,097 | $8,993 | $59,104 |
| 2017 | $5,957 | $63,877 | $8,286 | $55,591 |
| 2016 | $5,914 | $55,674 | $7,103 | $48,571 |
| 2015 | -- | $50,326 | $6,108 | $44,218 |
| 2014 | -- | $46,960 | $5,613 | $41,347 |
| 2013 | -- | $47,286 | $5,364 | $41,922 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Margarita Lopez
Seller's Agent in 2024
Margarita Lopez
Baird Warner
(773) 829-2699
1 in this area
128 Total Sales
-
Carlos Olvera
C
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Carlos Olvera
Fathom Realty IL LLC
(630) 670-4302
2 in this area
47 Total Sales
-
Kathy Brothers
Seller's Agent in 2016
Kathy Brothers
Keller Williams Innovate - Aurora
(630) 201-4664
15 in this area
493 Total Sales
-
Erika Balbontin
Buyer's Agent in 2016
Erika Balbontin
ARNI Realty Incorporated
5 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12097933
APN: 15-21-182-006
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