NOT LISTED FOR SALE

955 W Carmen Ave Unit 1A Chicago, IL 60640

Margate Park Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $593,000 - $805,000

4 Beds
4 Baths
3,000 Sq Ft
$568/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold July 15, 2022

Last sale price $670,000 $223 Per Sq Ft

Est. 4% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,769/month

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 5-minute walk to Argyle Station
  • Workshop
  • Wood Flooring
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • 3-minute walk to Buttercup Park

About This Home

As of July 2022

Calling all Vintage Lovers!! This gorgeous Margate Park duplex is move in ready with a beautiful mix of modern and vintage. Meticulously cared for and incredible details throughout. A fantastic single family alternative, with 2 floors of living and 4 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms. As you enter the large foyer, you're greeted with original woodwork, Pier mirror, cove ceilings and decorative moldings. The main floor features a large living room with beautiful wood beams, huge windows, gas fireplace and adjacent library, with amazing pocket doors, electric fireplace, built-in bookshelves, picture rails and stained glass windows. The separate dining room is intimate and warm with a decorative original fireplace. The eat-in kitchen is completely updated with SS appliances including a massive Wolf range and hood, tile backsplash, granite counters and great storage. Down the hallway is the primary bedroom with en-suite bathroom, double sinks and claw foot soaking tub, as well as a second bedroom and second full bath. The lower level boasts 8.5 ft. ceilings throughout, starting with a large family room, third bedroom with en-suite bathroom (great for in-laws), a den or bonus space currently being used as a gym, and the 4th bedroom/office with walk-in closet. The basement bathroom has heated floors and jacuzzi tub, and the entire lower level has brand new tile floors throughout. Additional features in this condo; W/D on the main level, tons of storage, wainscoting and moldings, custom window treatments, NEST thermostat, central HVAC and custom lighting. Off the main floor is a lovely porch that leads to a large priv. patio with lush vegetation. Assigned parking space and additional basement storage (8x8x7) finish out this wonderful property! Fantastic location, walking distance to Lake Michigan, Asia on Argyle, redline, Mariano's and more!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Olin Eargle

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475133539 Listed on: 05/11/2022

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Last Buyer's Agent

Russell Burton

Compass

Compass

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,624

Year Built

  • Built in 1911

Lot Details

  • 7,449

HOA Fees

  • $568 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 3,000 Sq Ft Home
  • 4-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Bookcases
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 4 Fireplaces
  • Breakfast Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Library
  • Workshop
  • Utility Room with Study Area
  • Storage
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Range with Range Hood
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Potential Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 4 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Sinks
  • Whirlpool Bathtub

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Intercom

Parking

  • 1 Parking Space
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Parking Included in Price
  • Assigned Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Porch

Schools

  • Mccutcheon Elementary School
  • Senn High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Humidifier
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Air Purifier
  • Fenced Yard

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, insurance, exterior maintenance, scavenger, snow removal
  • 6 Units
  • Alex Koppel Association, Phone Number (773) 550-0978

Amenities

  • Building Patio
  • Community Storage Space

Recreation

  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,624

Year Built

Built in 1911

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$568 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Type Attached: Condo,Condo-Duplex,Vintage
  • Ownership: Condo
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: Condo,Condo-Duplex,Vintage
  • Year Built: 1911
  • 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
  • Unit Floor Level: 1
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 4

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood
  • Basement: Full, Walkout
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplaces: 4
  • Interior Amenities: Hardwood Floors, First Floor Laundry, Storage, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Beamed Ceilings
  • LivingArea: 3000
  • Other Equipment: Humidifier, TV-Cable, Security System, Intercom, Air Purifier
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room, Library, Foyer, Workshop
  • Stories Total: 4
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Bathroom Amenities: Whirlpool,Double Sink
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room,Other
  • Total Sq Ft: 0

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Balcony, Porch
  • List Price: 670000
  • Lot Features: Fenced Yard
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Assigned
  • ParkingTotal: 1
  • Number of Cars: 1
  • Parking: Space/s
  • Parking On-Site: Yes
  • Parking Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK
  • Association Fee: 568
  • Association Amenities: Bike Room/Bike Trails, Storage, Patio
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Management: Self-Management
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Management Company: Self Managed
  • Management Contact Name: Alex Koppel
  • Management Phone: 773-550-0978
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Scavenger, Snow Removal

Schools

  • Elementary School: Mccutcheon Elementary School
  • High School: Senn High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Mccutcheon Elementary School
  • Middle/Junior School District: 299

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Dimensions: COMMON
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 8
  • Pets Allowed (Y/N): Yes
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes
  • Max Pet Weight: 999

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4624.43
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Tax Exemptions: None

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 6

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 11, 2022
Closed on
Jun 21, 2022
Sold by
Gordon Thomas F and Gordon Pamela J
Bought by
Korey Howard and Pomerantz Sharon
Seller's Agent
Olin Eargle
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Russell Burton
Compass
List Price
$670,000
Sold Price
$670,000
Current Estimated Value
$697,363

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$27,363
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.27%
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
Korey Howard $670,000 Proper Title
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/15/2022 07/15/22 Sold $670,000 0.0% $223 / Sq Ft
05/15/2022 05/15/22 Pending -- -- --
05/11/2022 05/11/22 For Sale $670,000 +32.7% $223 / Sq Ft
04/16/2018 04/16/18 Sold $505,000 +5.2% $168 / Sq Ft
03/11/2018 03/11/18 Pending -- -- --
02/20/2018 02/20/18 Price Changed $479,900 -4.0% $160 / Sq Ft
01/26/2018 01/26/18 For Sale $499,900 +40.8% $167 / Sq Ft
05/28/2013 05/28/13 Sold $355,000 -3.8% $118 / Sq Ft
03/29/2013 03/29/13 Pending -- -- --
12/11/2012 12/11/12 For Sale $369,000 -- $123 / 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 $5,831 $62,563 $11,480 $51,083
2023 $5,661 $30,000 $10,262 $19,738
2022 $5,661 $30,000 $10,262 $19,738
2021 $5,561 $29,999 $10,261 $19,738
2020 $4,624 $23,142 $6,413 $16,729
2019 $5,310 $25,506 $6,413 $19,093
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11400207

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 14-08-408-042-1007