NOT LISTED FOR SALE

905 Forest Ave Deerfield, IL 60015

Estimated Value: $797,618 - $884,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,140 Sq Ft
$392/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 07, 2024

Last sale price $781,000 $365 Per Sq Ft

Est. 7% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,384/month

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Heated Floors
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Deck
  • Walden Elementary School Rated A
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Corner Lot

About This Home

As of October 2024

Multiple offers received. Highest and best due by Monday, 9/9 by 12pm. Step into this light-filled classic updated 3 bedroom, 2 full and 1 half bath Colonial home close to the train and town. First floor features charming foyer, spacious living room with brick wood-burning fireplace and French doors that lead to a sun-drenched cozy family room with walls of windows, exposed brick wall, automated shades and heated floors. Kitchen with wood cabinetry, granite countertops, updated stainless steel appliances, decorative tile backsplash and breakfast bar. Kitchen opens to a large dining room that is great for entertaining. Hardwood floors throughout main living areas and bedrooms. Adorable first floor powder room. Second floor features a huge primary suite with brick wood-burning fireplace and a professionally organized walk-in closet with heated floors. Stunning primary marble bath with heated marble tile flooring, white wood double vanities, gorgeous clawfoot soaking tub, large shower with rain showerhead and commode closet with auto-flushing & heated bidet. 2 additional bedrooms utilize hall bath. Tasteful updates include smart Lutron lighting, smart window shades and drapery. Unfinished well-kept lower level with laundry and storage. Welcoming large front porch with maintenance-free decking plus a screened-in rear porch off kitchen with maintenance-free decking leads to a private professionally landscaped fully fenced yard with brick paver patio. Detached 2-car garage with storage. A quick walk to downtown Deerfield and the Metra station, the village library, farmer's markets in summer, village festivals in fall, sports fields and the skate park make this an ideal location. Your buyers will LOVE this home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Beth Wexler

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475133132 Listed on: 09/05/2024

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Co-Listed By

Joey Gault

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475135078

Last Buyer's Agent

Carol Hunt

Baird & Warner License #475116141

Baird & Warner

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1922 | Remodeled in 2014

Lot Details

  • 10,454 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 100 x 105
  • Fenced Yard
  • Corner Lot
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot

Parking

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

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 2,140 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Screened Porch

Kitchen

  • Range with Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Heated Floors

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Dual Sinks
  • Soaking Tub
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Sink Near Laundry

Partially Finished Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Sump Pump
  • Crawl Space

Home Security

  • Storm Screens
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Schools

  • Walden Elementary School
  • Alan B Shepard Middle School
  • Deerfield High School

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Radiator
  • Radiant Heating System
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Lake Michigan Water
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions
  • Other Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1922 | Remodeled in 2014

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Colonial
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 1922
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Commuter Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2014
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Renovated: 2014

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood
  • Basement: Partial
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Interior Amenities: Hardwood Floors, Heated Floors, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • LivingArea: 2140
  • Other Equipment: TV-Cable, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: Partially Finished,Crawl,Exterior Access
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink,Soaking Tub
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room,Master Bedroom
  • Square Footage Comments: Above Grade Total Sq Ft: 2,140, Below Grade Total Sq Ft: 900, Approx. Total Finished/Unfinished Sq Ft: 3,040 Sq Ft
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Door Features: French Doors,Panel Door(s)
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Deck, Porch Screened, Brick Paver Patio, Storms/Screens
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Fenced Yard
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Stucco,Wood Siding

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • ParkingTotal: 2
  • Driveway: Asphalt,Side Drive
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Radiant, Radiator(s), Sep Heating Systems - 2+, Zoned
  • Laundry Features: 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: Walden Elementary School
  • High School: Deerfield High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Alan B Shepard Middle School

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.24
  • Lot Dimensions: 100 X 105
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

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

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Disabled Vet

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 5, 2024
Closed on
Oct 7, 2024
Sold by
Lawson Zeroy
Bought by
Davis-Neupert Gillian
Seller's Agent
Beth Wexler
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Carol Hunt
Baird & Warner
List Price
$749,000
Sold Price
$781,000
Premium/Discount to List
$32,000
4.27%
Views
25
Current Estimated Value
$838,905

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$57,905
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.89%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 21, 2022
Closed on
Nov 7, 2022
Sold by
Scott R Frank Living Trust
Bought by
Lawson Zeroy
Seller's Agent
Misael Chacon
Beycome brokerage realty LLC
Buyer's Agent
Cory Green
Compass
List Price
$738,500
Sold Price
$730,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$8,500
-1.15%
Views
13

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.60%
Original Mortgage
$730,000
Interest Rate
5.88%
Mortgage Type
Balloon

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 22, 2021
Sold by
Frank Scott
Bought by
Frank Scott R and Scott R Frank Living Trust

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 6, 2014
Closed on
Jul 7, 2014
Sold by
Field Edmund G and Field Louise L
Bought by
Frank Scott
Seller's Agent
Todd Trawinski
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Buyer's Agent
Marla Schneider
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$685,000
Sold Price
$660,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-3.65%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.13%
Original Mortgage
$396,000
Interest Rate
4.37%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 31, 2006
Sold by
Ryan John F and Ryan Nola Susan
Bought by
Field Edmund G and Field Louise L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
6.12%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records
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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
Davis-Neupert Gillian $781,000 Chicago Title
Lawson Zeroy $730,000 Fidelity National Title
Frank Scott R -- None Available
Frank Scott $660,000 None Available
Field Edmund G $532,000 Republic Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Lawson Zeroy $730,000
Previous Owner Frank Scott $396,000
Previous Owner Field Edmund G $417,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
10/07/2024 10/07/24 Sold $781,000 +4.3% $365 / Sq Ft
09/10/2024 09/10/24 Pending -- -- --
09/05/2024 09/05/24 For Sale $749,000 +2.6% $350 / Sq Ft
11/10/2022 11/10/22 Sold $730,000 -1.2% $341 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
10/06/2022 10/06/22 Pending -- -- --
10/02/2022 10/02/22 Price Changed $738,500 0.0% $345 / Sq Ft
10/02/2022 10/02/22 For Sale $738,500 +1.2% $345 / Sq Ft
09/12/2022 09/12/22 Off Market $730,000 -- --
08/21/2022 08/21/22 For Sale $739,000 +12.0% $345 / Sq Ft
08/15/2014 08/15/14 Sold $660,000 -3.6% $335 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/23/2014 06/23/14 Pending -- -- --
06/06/2014 06/06/14 For Sale $685,000 -- $348 / 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 $11 $259,961 $60,432 $199,529
2023 $16,467 $167,068 $57,996 $109,072
2022 $16,467 $179,779 $62,294 $117,485
2021 $15,534 $173,331 $60,060 $113,271
2020 $14,940 $173,695 $60,186 $113,509
2019 $14,598 $173,400 $60,084 $113,316
2018 $7,903 $175,633 $63,683 $111,950
2017 $14,085 $175,073 $63,480 $111,593
2016 $13,339 $168,453 $61,080 $107,373
2015 $13,062 $158,276 $57,390 $100,886
2014 $11,160 $134,954 $57,800 $77,154
2012 $10,891 $133,763 $57,290 $76,473
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12153482

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 16-29-419-037