949 Lake St Unit EG Oak Park, IL 60301
Estimated Value: $143,313
1
Bed
1
Bath
--
Sq Ft
$286/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- Landscaped Professionally
- 4-minute walk to Oak Park Station
- Lock-and-Leave Community
- Oliver W Holmes Elementary School Rated A-
- Mature Trees
- 4-minute walk to Austin Gardens
About This Home
As of May 2023Conveniently located in downtown Oak Park, near Metra, EL Green Line, parks, schools, dining, shopping, and Interstates. This gorgeous one bedroom, one bathroom garden-unit condo, is truly move-in-ready in this highly-desirable Oak Park building. The unit sits back away from the street separated by a beautiful, quiet courtyard with mature trees and a manicured landscape. The great central location makes it close to all that downtown Oak Park has to offer as well as the River Forest shopping area. Trader Joe's, Whole Foods. Wonderful shops and restaurants, public library, and Lake Street Theater. This well maintained unit has been recently painted and has newer flooring & baseboards. Kitchen was updated in 2013. Bathroom was rehabbed in 2017. Plenty of storage with two 5'x7' walk-in closets. Storage unit, laundry room, and bike room. Front and back entrances. Pet friendly! Reserved parking is available in 24-hour secure garage directly across the street. This is a well-established association with good reserves.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475165874 Listed on: 04/17/2023
Last Buyer's Agent
Kevin Kirby
Coldwell Banker Realty License #471.022141
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,086
Year Built
- Built in 1914 | Remodeled in 2017
Lot Details
- Fenced Yard
- Landscaped Professionally
- Mature Trees
HOA Fees
- $286 Monthly HOA Fees
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- 3-Story Property
- Blinds
- Living Room
- Family or Dining Combination
- Storage
- Laundry Room
- Laminate Flooring
- Intercom
Kitchen
- Gas Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Range Hood
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Bedroom
- 1 Potential Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
- 1 Full Bathroom
- Soaking Tub
Schools
- Oliver W Holmes Elementary Schoo
- Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School
- Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
Utilities
- One Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
- Cable TV Available
Additional Features
- Exterior Lighting
- Property is near a bus stop
Listing and Financial Details
- Senior Tax Exemptions
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include heat, water, gas, insurance, tv/cable, exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavenger, snow removal, internet
- 26 Units
- Albert Ho And Deb Steele Association, Phone Number (708) 771-0880
- Property managed by Dowling Properties
- Lock-and-Leave Community
Amenities
- Common Area
- Coin Laundry
- Community Storage Space
Recreation
- Park
- Bike Trail
Pet Policy
- Dogs and Cats Allowed
Security
- Fenced around community
- Security Lighting
- Storm Screens
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 17, 2023
Closed on
May 31, 2023
Sold by
Bell Jennifer E
Bought by
Skowronski Ashley
Seller's Agent
Jeffrey O'Connor
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Kevin Kirby
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$119,000
Sold Price
$124,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
4.2%
Total Days on Market
9
Views
197
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
$19,313
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.43%
Original Mortgage
$6,200
Outstanding Balance
$1,752
Interest Rate
6.43%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$141,561
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 22, 2020
Closed on
Aug 5, 2020
Sold by
Byre Shannon M and Cunningham Matthew L
Bought by
Bell Lynne O
Seller's Agent
Matt Grander
Keller Williams Infinity
Buyer's Agent
Jeffrey O'Connor
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$95,000
Sold Price
$89,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$6,000
-6.32%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.57%
Original Mortgage
$80,100
Interest Rate
3.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 10, 2004
Sold by
Podraza Gregory T
Bought by
Byrne Shannon M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$84,000
Interest Rate
6.37%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 7, 1993
Sold by
Parkway Bank & Trust Company
Bought by
Podraza Gregory T
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$32,000
Interest Rate
7.24%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skowronski Ashley | $124,000 | Stewart Title | |
| Bell Lynne O | $89,000 | Old Republic Title | |
| Byrne Shannon M | $105,000 | Stewart Title Of Illinois | |
| Podraza Gregory T | $30,666 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Skowronski Ashley | $6,200 | |
| Open | Skowronski Ashley | $111,600 | |
| Previous Owner | Bell Lynne O | $80,100 | |
| Previous Owner | Byrne Shannon M | $18,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Byrne Shannon M | $112,270 | |
| Previous Owner | Byrne Shannon M | $84,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Podraza Gregory T | $20,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Podraza Gregory T | $32,000 | |
| Closed | Byrne Shannon M | $21,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/31/2023 05/31/23 | Sold | $124,000 | +4.2% | -- |
| 04/27/2023 04/27/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/17/2023 04/17/23 | For Sale | $119,000 | +33.7% | -- |
| 08/13/2020 08/13/20 | Sold | $89,000 | -6.3% | -- |
| 07/01/2020 07/01/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/22/2020 06/22/20 | For Sale | $95,000 | -- | -- |
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 | $2,078 | $11,569 | $713 | $10,856 |
| 2023 | $2,078 | $11,569 | $713 | $10,856 |
| 2022 | $2,078 | $11,571 | $658 | $10,913 |
| 2021 | $2,086 | $11,569 | $657 | $10,912 |
| 2020 | $3,323 | $12,205 | $657 | $11,548 |
| 2019 | $3,844 | $13,449 | $603 | $12,846 |
| 2018 | $3,698 | $13,449 | $603 | $12,846 |
| 2017 | $3,638 | $13,449 | $603 | $12,846 |
| 2016 | $5,715 | $16,697 | $507 | $16,190 |
| 2015 | $3,206 | $10,512 | $507 | $10,005 |
| 2014 | $3,245 | $11,414 | $507 | $10,907 |
| 2013 | $3,223 | $12,532 | $507 | $12,025 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Jeffrey O'Connor
Seller's Agent in 2023
Jeffrey O'Connor
@ Properties
(708) 860-8667
26 in this area
50 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Kevin Kirby
Coldwell Banker Realty
(630) 669-9374
-
Matt Grander
Seller's Agent in 2020
Matt Grander
Keller Williams Infinity
(630) 470-3800
4 in this area
211 Total Sales
-
Benjamin Grander
B
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020
Benjamin Grander
Keller Williams Infinity
(630) 592-2457
4 in this area
135 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 11761061
APN: 16-07-128-034-1003
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