Seller's Agent in 2021
Ashlee Fox
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
(847) 809-8424
1 in this area
131 Total Sales
834 Forest Ave Oak Park, IL 60302
Estimated Value: $786,000 - $887,000
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,500
Sq Ft
$332/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Property is near park
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Wood Flooring
- Horace Mann Elementary School Rated A
- American Four Square Architecture
- 2-minute walk to Field Park
About This Home
As of July 2021Back and better than ever, this classic Oak Park charmer will continually surprise you with 4 stories of living space, a three car garage, and all the yard space you can possibly want! Only 200 steps from Mann School & Field Park! Recent improvements include removing walls on the first floor for a more open concept, freshly painted, refinishing the hardwood floors, brand new gutters and downspouts, and a new roof to be installed on the garage! Style and Grace, plus storage and space?! This one absolutely has it all! This 5 bedroom home with 3 1/2 bath offers plenty of space for families of all sizes. The 3rd floor loft has been converted into a MASTER SUITE, with a master bath complete with a soaking tub and separate shower, it's own hot water heater with gorgeous natural lighting throughout the 3rd floor. All bathrooms have been updated in the home with fixtures from all the best; Restoration Hardware, Studio 41, Waterworks, just to name a few! Freshly painted and updated floors, all 4 bedrooms on the second floor with generous room sizes offer plenty of options for bedrooms plus office space. Breaking with classic old home style, this one has ELEVEN large, updated closets, and storage galore throughout the home! The first floor has all original woodwork throughout with gorgeously maintained hardwood floors. The large living room, adorned with classic art glass windows opens to the dining room. Recently updated kitchen blends perfectly with gray cabinets, brand new quartz counters, stainless appliances & large pantry. This home also has a fabulous sized mudroom with storage and hooks for all the outerwear storage you could ask for! Need some space from the kids? Turn the finished basements' blank canvas into the playroom of their dreams, plus a full bathroom, and another room to workout or relax in! Get ready to ditch your city balcony for plenty of outdoor entertaining space with a fenced in yard, and driveway the size of half a junior high basketball court! And one of the best parts of this home.. its' location to EVERYTHING Oak Park has to offer! Walking distance to town and both public transit stops.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate License #475175492 Listed on: 03/12/2021
Last Buyer's Agent
Thomas Carraher
Compass License #475115569
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $18,314
Year Built
- Built in 1908
Lot Details
- 9,222 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 53 x 174
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Parking
- 3.5 Car Detached Garage
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- American Four Square Architecture
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 2,500 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Built-In Features
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Skylights
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Lower Floor Utility Room
- Wood Flooring
- Finished Attic
Kitchen
- Range with Range Hood
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5 Potential Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Low Flow Toliet
- Whirlpool Bathtub
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry in unit
- Dryer
- Washer
- Sink Near Laundry
Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Home Security
- Storm Screens
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Schools
- Horace Mann Elementary School
- Percy Julian Middle School
- Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
Utilities
- Two Cooling Systems Mounted To A Wall/Window
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Multiple Water Heaters
Additional Features
- Brick Porch or Patio
- Property is near park
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 12, 2021
Closed on
Jul 2, 2021
Sold by
Demedici Bruce E and Demedici Rita E
Bought by
Huston John and Castiglione Cynthia
Seller's Agent
Ashlee Fox
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Thomas Carraher
Compass
Sold Price
$670,000
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
$159,188
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.64%
Original Mortgage
$402,000
Outstanding Balance
$362,170
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$467,018
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 23, 2003
Sold by
Demedici Bruce E and Demedici Rita E
Bought by
Demedici Bruce E and Demedici Rita E
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Huston John | $670,000 | Attorneys Ttl Guaranty Fund | |
| Demedici Bruce E | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Huston John | $402,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/07/2021 07/07/21 | Sold | $670,000 | -2.9% | $268 / Sq Ft |
| 05/12/2021 05/12/21 | For Sale | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/11/2021 05/11/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/12/2021 03/12/21 | For Sale | $690,000 | -- | $276 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $16,197 | $53,000 | $11,989 | $41,011 |
| 2024 | $16,197 | $53,000 | $11,989 | $41,011 |
| 2023 | $16,861 | $53,000 | $11,989 | $41,011 |
| 2022 | $16,861 | $47,331 | $10,375 | $36,956 |
| 2021 | $16,465 | $47,330 | $10,374 | $36,956 |
| 2020 | $16,145 | $47,330 | $10,374 | $36,956 |
| 2019 | $18,314 | $51,164 | $9,452 | $41,712 |
| 2018 | $17,625 | $51,164 | $9,452 | $41,712 |
| 2017 | $17,261 | $51,164 | $9,452 | $41,712 |
| 2016 | $15,210 | $40,288 | $7,838 | $32,450 |
| 2015 | $13,583 | $40,288 | $7,838 | $32,450 |
| 2014 | $13,868 | $43,953 | $7,838 | $36,115 |
| 2013 | $14,792 | $48,080 | $7,838 | $40,242 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Ashlee Fox
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Buyer's Agent in 2021
Thomas Carraher
Compass
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 11018751
APN: 16-06-303-004-0000
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