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Seller's Agent in 2023
Laura Best
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
734 Highland Ave Oak Park, IL 60304
Estimated Value: $582,000 - $623,000
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,151
Sq Ft
$282/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- American Four Square Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Longfellow Elementary School Rated A-
- Sitting Room
- 2 Car Detached Garage
About This Home
As of June 2023***Multiple offers received. HIGHEST and BEST by 8pm SUN MARCH 19*** Classic Four-Square with modern updates throughout. Everything in this home has been replaced or improved since the homeowners bought it 17 years ago. You'll find a spacious living room as you enter the home and the open concept kitchen with peninsula and seating area is perfect for entertaining. There's a large mudroom near the back door to the patio where you can leave your dirty shoes after a day of gardening. A powder room completes the main level. Upstairs you'll find a large primary bedroom with a WALK IN closet, another large bedroom with lots of window and a smaller bedroom connected to a tandem room, perfect for a private space for studying or working. The main bathroom on this floor is not the only full bathroom. The walkout basement is fully finished, with new carpet installed November 2022. There's space for a big couch as well as an area to exercise. The laundry room has been updated and the W/D are less than 3-years old. The spacious bathroom in the basement has a huge shower. Most windows have been replaced while others are older, but not original, with the exception of the gorgeous stain glass in living room. You will feel the cool air in the summer coming from the central air system throughout the home. Large backyard with garden beds and multiple trees. Two-car garage. Radon mitigation system, sump-pump and ejector pit already in place. Roof from 2016. Electrical, plumbing, have also been replaced by the homeowners. All the necessary and expensive upgrades have been taken care of! Walking distance to Harrison Street Arts District, Longfellow Park, Maze Library, Rehm Pool and CTA blue line. Easy access to 290 expressway. Truly a wonderful turn-key home!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Laura Best
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago License #475197800 Listed on: 03/17/2023
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $14,025
Year Built
- Built in 1926
Lot Details
- 3,751 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 30x125
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Parking Space is Owned
Home Design
- American Four Square Architecture
- Radon Mitigation System
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 2,151 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Family Room
- Sitting Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Tandem Room
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Range with Range Hood
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Finished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Sump Pump
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Schools
- Longfellow Elementary School
- Percy Julian Middle School
- Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- 200+ Amp Service
- Lake Michigan Water
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 17, 2023
Closed on
Jun 1, 2023
Sold by
Atkinson Ian C and Atkinson Monika A
Bought by
Mahon Ellen
Seller's Agent
Laura Best
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Buyer's Agent
Scott Curcio
Baird & Warner
List Price
$499,000
Sold Price
$525,501
Premium/Discount to List
$26,501
5.31%
Views
65
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
$82,024
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.20%
Original Mortgage
$420,400
Outstanding Balance
$409,138
Interest Rate
6.38%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$198,387
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 21, 2010
Sold by
Atkinson Ian C and Atkinson Monika A
Bought by
Atkinson Ian C and Atkinson Monika A
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 30, 2006
Sold by
Anderson Brian T and Anderson Kristina E
Bought by
Atkinson Ian C
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$292,000
Interest Rate
6.2%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 1, 2004
Sold by
Cai Lisheng and Zhou Weiyin
Bought by
Anderson Brian T and Anderson Kristina E
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$308,750
Interest Rate
6.34%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 26, 1996
Sold by
Luckey Peter A and Luckey Linda L
Bought by
Cai Lisheng and Zhou Weivin
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$117,000
Interest Rate
7.07%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mahon Ellen | $526,000 | Prairie Title | |
| Atkinson Ian C | -- | Citywide Title Corporation | |
| Atkinson Ian C | $365,000 | Pntn | |
| Anderson Brian T | $325,000 | Prairie Title | |
| Cai Lisheng | $130,000 | Land Title |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Mahon Ellen | $420,400 | |
| Previous Owner | Atkinson Ian C | $292,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Anderson Brian T | $308,750 | |
| Previous Owner | Cai Lisheng | $117,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/01/2023 06/01/23 | Sold | $525,501 | +5.3% | $244 / Sq Ft |
| 03/20/2023 03/20/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/17/2023 03/17/23 | For Sale | $499,000 | -- | $232 / 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 | $12,937 | $43,000 | $5,250 | $37,750 |
| 2023 | $14,358 | $43,000 | $5,250 | $37,750 |
| 2022 | $14,358 | $40,810 | $3,750 | $37,060 |
| 2021 | $14,025 | $40,810 | $3,750 | $37,060 |
| 2020 | $13,765 | $40,810 | $3,750 | $37,060 |
| 2019 | $12,895 | $37,039 | $3,375 | $33,664 |
| 2018 | $12,409 | $37,039 | $3,375 | $33,664 |
| 2017 | $12,159 | $37,039 | $3,375 | $33,664 |
| 2016 | $11,520 | $31,119 | $2,812 | $28,307 |
| 2015 | $10,276 | $31,119 | $2,812 | $28,307 |
| 2014 | $9,567 | $31,119 | $2,812 | $28,307 |
| 2013 | $9,670 | $32,344 | $2,812 | $29,532 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Scott Curcio
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Scott Curcio
Baird Warner
(773) 517-6585
6 in this area
462 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 11738927
APN: 16-17-118-016-0000
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