NOT LISTED FOR SALE

842 S Elmwood Ave Oak Park, IL 60304

Estimated Value: $801,000 - $867,000

5 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,855 Sq Ft
$448/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 13, 2024

Last sale price $807,500 $435 Per Sq Ft

Est. 3% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,167/month

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Recreation Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Longfellow Elementary School Rated A-
  • Wood Flooring
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

About This Home

As of June 2024

This gorgeous home offers the best of both worlds with modern updates alongside the quaint charm & character that makes a Gunderson home so special! Featuring original leaded stained glass windows, built-in buffet, and hardwood floors throughout, this home has also been updated to today's standards, with a modern kitchen, SpacePak central air, & a stunning new primary suite. The inviting entryway showcasing the original Gunderson bench welcomes you in to the double parlor, with built-in bookshelf and white trim. A large dining room with original buffet off the kitchen is perfect for dinner parties. And the light-filled kitchen with white cabinetry & stainless steel appliances overlooking the back deck, patio and large backyard is a chef's dream! An adorable powder room rounds out the main floor. The second floor features four true bedrooms, a full bath, and a large linen closet. The recently renovated third floor makes this a truly flexible floorplan as it would be an ideal primary suite, or stay on the 2nd floor and make this your office, guest space, and/or playroom! With gorgeous finishes, this sunlit masterpiece is the perfect enclave and also features a beautiful new bath with brass hardware, Toto toilet, and spa quality shower as well as a spacious walk-in closet. The finished basement completes the home with an ideal rec room, laundry, and storage. 2 car garage outfitted with 220V charging capability. Located on an amazing block in the Gunderson Historic District of Oak Park, the home is ideal for commuters with easy access to 290 and public transportation, and is walking distance to multiple schools, parks, restaurants, coffee shops, & boutiques in both the Arts District and Oak Park Avenue Corridor. Come live in your dream home in this fabulous neighborhood!!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lance Kirshner

Compass License #475124478 Listed on: 03/07/2024

Compass

Co-Listed By

Julie Stanczak

Compass Real Estate License #475124335

Last Buyer's Agent

Daniel Collins

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475152241

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $15,631

Year Built

  • Built in 1909

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 40x133
  • Fenced Yard
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 3-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Recreation Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Potential Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Sink Near Laundry
  • Laundry Chute

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Schools

  • Longfellow Elementary School
  • Percy Julian Middle School
  • Oak Park & River Forest High Sch

Utilities

  • SpacePak Central Air
  • Zoned Heating
  • Radiator
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$15,631

Year Built

Built in 1909

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 3 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 3 Stories
  • Year Built: 1909
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Basement: Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Interior Amenities: Hardwood Floors, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Other Equipment: Security System, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Room Type: Recreation Room, Bedroom 5, Foyer
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: Partially Finished
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Attic: Finished,Full,Interior Stair

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Deck, Patio
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • List Price: 799900
  • Lot Features: Fenced Yard
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • ParkingTotal: 2
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Space Pac
  • Heating: Steam, Radiator(s), Zoned
  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Chute, Sink
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Longfellow Elementary School
  • High School: Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
  • Middle/Junior School: Percy Julian Middle School
  • Middle/Junior School District: 97

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 40X133
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 8
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 15631.3
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 7, 2024
Closed on
Jun 6, 2024
Sold by
Carroll Christopher K and Carroll Emily N
Bought by
Sucher Kyle Joseph and Sucher Allison Hoddinott
Seller's Agent
Lance Kirshner
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Daniel Collins
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$799,900
Sold Price
$807,500
Premium/Discount to List
$7,600
0.95%
Views
53
Current Estimated Value
$830,618

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$23,118
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.30%
Original Mortgage
$686,375
Outstanding Balance
$534,620
Interest Rate
6.36%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$295,998

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 28, 2014
Closed on
Jun 1, 2014
Sold by
Sikora John J and Sikora Lacey C
Bought by
Carroll Christopher K and Carroll Emily N
Seller's Agent
Michael Nowicki
Ideal Location Oak Park RE
Buyer's Agent
Patsy Bonniwell
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$549,000
Sold Price
$545,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,000
-0.73%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.00%
Original Mortgage
$81,700
Interest Rate
3.25%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 11, 2004
Sold by
Jones Gregory W and Jones Joyce E
Bought by
Sikora John J and Sikora Lacey C

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$333,700
Interest Rate
5.83%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Sucher Kyle Joseph $807,500 Proper Title
Carroll Christopher K $545,000 Prairie Title
Sikora John J $472,000 Multiple
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Sucher Kyle Joseph $686,375
Previous Owner Carroll Christopher K $510,000
Previous Owner Carroll Christopher K $59,000
Previous Owner Carroll Christopher K $429,000
Previous Owner Carroll Christopher K $405,000
Previous Owner Carroll Christopher K $81,700
Previous Owner Carroll Christopher K $408,750
Previous Owner Sikora John J $0
Previous Owner Sikora John J $407,000
Previous Owner Sikora John J $110,000
Previous Owner Sikora John J $80,000
Previous Owner Sikora John J $333,700
Previous Owner Jones Gregory W $195,800
Previous Owner Jones Gregory W $175,000
Previous Owner Jones Gregory W $30,000
Previous Owner Jones Gregory W $150,000
Closed Sikora John J $66,300
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/13/2024 06/13/24 Sold $807,500 +1.0% $435 / Sq Ft
03/11/2024 03/11/24 Pending -- -- --
03/07/2024 03/07/24 For Sale $799,900 +46.8% $431 / Sq Ft
06/04/2014 06/04/14 Sold $545,000 -0.7% $294 / Sq Ft
05/06/2014 05/06/14 Pending -- -- --
04/28/2014 04/28/14 For Sale $549,000 -- $296 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $20,109 $65,000 $7,448 $57,552
2023 $15,631 $65,000 $7,448 $57,552
2022 $15,631 $44,128 $5,320 $38,808
2021 $12,710 $37,297 $5,320 $31,977
2020 $12,483 $37,297 $5,320 $31,977
2019 $15,744 $44,466 $4,788 $39,678
2018 $15,152 $44,466 $4,788 $39,678
2017 $16,060 $44,466 $4,788 $39,678
2016 $15,440 $38,363 $3,990 $34,373
2015 $13,835 $38,363 $3,990 $34,373
2014 $13,313 $42,296 $3,990 $38,306
2013 $9,691 $32,408 $3,990 $28,418
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11994224

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 16-18-231-013-0000