NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $545,000 - $687,000

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
4,110 Sq Ft
$155/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 02, 2024

Last sale price $610,000 $148 Per Sq Ft

Est. 5% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,243/month

119 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Home Theater
  • Waterfront
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Multiple Garages
  • 1.31 Acre Lot
  • Mature Trees

About This Home

As of February 2024

The home located in unincorporated Aurora, IL, is a magnificent SF home re-constructed in 1991 and was fully renovated in 2016. Nicknamed "The Park" by household and friends, this beautiful estate sits on a spacious lot spanning 1.31 acres the back yard sits on Historic BlackBerry Creek . The front of the house faces expansive farmland and neighbors have acre+ lots giving you quiet and privacy. Zoning is FARM and you have room for a Horse. Just add water!! The yard is alive with vibrant color all year long with hundreds of perennials carefully planted by a Master Gardener to provide beautiful blooms throughout the summer and fall. The yard is breathtaking, with stone and paver garden beds carefully arranged in a picturesque setting used by many Brides for wedding pictures. Turn in the drive and enter a country resort with a lovely paver courtyard and stone accented building. A beautiful wood front door welcomes you into the house entryway framed by arched windows. With a combination of old world charm and unique architectural accents the house boasts a total finished area of 4,100 square feet. With 13 rooms you have a space for every mood , and plenty of room for entertaining guests or accommodating a large household. The two-story structure provides a sense of grandeur and elegance, with its impressive architectural design and meticulously maintained exterior. All buildings have new roofs and gutters as of 7/23 and were painted 10/22. Upon entering the home, one is immediately greeted by a welcoming ambiance and a sense of warmth. The interior of the property is tastefully decorated and features highquality finishes throughout. From the moment you step foot inside, you will be captivated by the attention to detail and craftsmanship that went into creating this remarkable abode. The living spaces within the home are thoughtfully designed with custom finishes. The entire home was completely remodeled in 2016 with hardwood, granite, porcelain tile flooring and custom cabinetry throughout. An expanded kitchen features a large Island, a Breakfast Bar, Beverage cooler, Bar sink and huge Pantry. The expansive lot size of 1.31 is a dream outdoor oasis. Built in 2020, a modern 28'x20' porcelain tile patio has a large 12' x 16' Gazebo complete with electrical, fan, lights and a bar shelf. Facing a beautiful wildflower garden just add a fountain , grill and fire pit for a total resort setting. If you prefer indoor comfort with a beautiful view of the yard, you can move to the "little house" just steps away. More like a comfy cottage, this 240 sq ft building is additional living space and has a vaulted ceiling, a small half bath, and is air conditioned and heated. Used as a guest house by current owners this space has unlimited possibilities. Man Cave, She Shack, Kids Playhouse, or Home office make it what best suits your lifestyle. Need a Barn, Workshop or vehicle space? A second driveway entrance will take you to an additional 31'x25' one and a half story building. Zoned F for Farm, Horses are Welcome! Kane County has 17 Horse Trails to enjoy. So many positive features. First, it is located in Unincorporated Aurora/Sugar Grove, you will save thousands in property taxes compared to Aurora and surrounding communities. Second, it is part of Kaneland school district with 6 schools serving the community. Third, the location is a quiet oasis but not isolated as you have access to amazing amenities. Household activities like baseball, Soccer, Swimming, Fishing, Hiking, - even a dog park, are 3-5 minutes away. This includes Blackberry Farm, a household favorite destination. A 15 minute drive in all directions will give you a diverse range of shopping, dining, and entertainment options. Additionally, the property is conveniently located 6 min. from I 88 , 5 min. from Rt 47 along with other major transportation routes making commuting a breeze.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Vanessa Carlson

Illinois Discount Realty License #471016540 Listed on: 07/25/2023

Last Buyer's Agent

David Kosir

Exit Real Estate Partners License #475187661

Exit Real Estate Partners

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,882

Year Built

  • Built in 1991

Lot Details

  • 1.31 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 167x254x186x336
  • Waterfront
  • Back to Public Ground
  • Property is adjacent to nature preserve
  • Adjoins Government Land
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Wood Fence
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Level Lot
  • Mature Trees
  • Garden

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Carport
  • Multiple Garages
  • Enclosed Parking
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Additional Parking
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 4,110 Sq Ft Home
  • Home Theater
  • Heated Enclosed Porch
  • Water Views

Kitchen

  • Double Oven
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Refrigerator
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Potential Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Basement Cellar

Outdoor Features

  • Tideland Water Rights
  • Creek On Lot
  • Stream or River on Lot
  • Exterior Lighting

Schools

  • Kaneland South Elementary School
  • Kaneland Middle School
  • Kaneland High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Radiator
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Well
  • Private or Community Septic Tank

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,882

Year Built

Built in 1991

Lot Details

1.31 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: None
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Contemporary
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: None
  • Year Built: 1991
  • Age: 31-40 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator
  • Basement: Partial
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • LivingArea: 4110
  • Room Type: Media Room, Enclosed Porch Heated
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 1261
  • Basement Description: Cellar
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 1261

Exterior Features

  • Foundation Details: Block, Concrete Perimeter
  • Lot Features: Nature Preserve Adjacent, Landscaped, Stream(s), Water Rights, Water View, Mature Trees, Backs to Public GRND, Creek, Adjoins Government Land, Garden, Level, Outdoor Lighting, Partial Fencing, Views, Sidewalks, Waterfront, Wood Fence
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick,Frame,Concrete,Brick/Stone Msn Pred

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Additional Parking, Enclosed
  • ParkingTotal: 6
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Carport,Multiple Garages
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Parking: Garage,Space/s
  • Parking On-Site: Yes
  • Parking Ownership: N/A

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic-Private
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Steam, Radiator(s)
  • Water Source: Private Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Kaneland South Elementary School
  • High School: Kaneland High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Kaneland Middle School

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 1.31
  • Lot Dimensions: 167X254X186X336
  • Lot Size: 1.0-1.99 Acres
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

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

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 9882
  • Tax Year: 2022

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 25, 2023
Closed on
Jan 22, 2024
Sold by
Wathen Elaine and Balistrieri Thomas
Bought by
Martin Michael and Martin Jessica
Seller's Agent
Vanessa Carlson
Illinois Discount Realty
Buyer's Agent
David Kosir
Exit Real Estate Partners
List Price
$775,000
Sold Price
$610,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$165,000
-21.29%
Views
244
Current Estimated Value
$638,463

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$28,463
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.26%
Original Mortgage
$53,000
Outstanding Balance
$52,060
Interest Rate
6.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$586,403

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 16, 2016
Sold by
Wathen Elaine
Bought by
Wathen Elaine and Balistrieri Thomas

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 19, 2013
Sold by
Wathen Elaine and Moyer Viola M
Bought by
Wathen Elaine

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 5, 2002
Sold by
Salonus Edward J and Wathen Elaine
Bought by
Wathen Elaine S and Moyer Viola M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 28, 1995
Sold by
Moyer Viola M and Wathem Elaine
Bought by
Moyer Viola M and Wathem Elaine
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Martin Michael $610,000 Chicago Title
Wathen Elaine -- None Available
Wathen Elaine -- None Available
Wathen Elaine S -- --
Moyer Viola M -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Martin Michael $53,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
02/02/2024 02/02/24 Sold $610,000 0.0% $148 / Sq Ft
01/25/2024 01/25/24 Off Market $610,000 -- --
11/22/2023 11/22/23 Pending -- -- --
08/29/2023 08/29/23 Price Changed $689,000 -11.1% $168 / Sq Ft
07/25/2023 07/25/23 For Sale $775,000 -- $189 / 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
2024 $11,501 $159,120 $25,864 $133,256
2023 $10,062 $132,182 $23,326 $108,856
2022 $9,882 $122,029 $21,534 $100,495
2021 $9,500 $116,130 $20,493 $95,637
2020 $9,358 $113,653 $20,056 $93,597
2019 $9,206 $109,937 $19,400 $90,537
2018 $8,621 $101,366 $14,336 $87,030
2017 $8,333 $96,806 $13,691 $83,115
2016 $7,674 $92,540 $13,088 $79,452
2015 -- $77,377 $12,177 $65,200
2014 -- $82,330 $11,644 $70,686
2013 -- $83,195 $11,766 $71,429
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11840234

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 14-25-100-017

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