Seller's Agent in 2022
Kelly Smith
Kelly Smith Realty LLC
(312) 399-0094
1 in this area
51 Total Sales
955 W Carmen Ave Unit 3A Chicago, IL 60640
Margate Park NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $504,000 - $715,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,800
Sq Ft
$535/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- Fireplace in Kitchen
- 5-minute walk to Argyle Station
- End Unit
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
- 3-minute walk to Buttercup Park
About This Home
As of September 2022Here is your chance to own an exquisitely restored Arts and Crafts/Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired home built in 1909 and designed by architect Fredrick Schock. This condo is filled with amazing millwork like nothing you have seen before. Original Mahogany doors, trim, and beams in the Living room and Library. Quartersawn oak trim in the dining room and foyer show off the detail and craftsmanship of the early 1900s. The condo has 4 breathtaking Grueby fireplaces. Grueby fireplaces are 1 of a kind and on their own a piece of art, collectors would cherish. This is truly a must-see condo for anyone who appreciates the Arts and Crafts/Frank Lloyd Wright period. The kitchen was updated in 2015/16 with Maple cabinets Stainless Steel appliances and a quartz countertop. Upgraded Electrical throughout, Both bathrooms were gutted and updated with heated floors, new plumbing, and fixtures. The primary bath has Marble tile throughout and a heated towel rack and heater in the ceiling. All the hardwood floors were refinished during this time and the condo was professionally painted. In unit washer and dryer, A/C installed. with attic insulation. The building has also done a ton of work. The condo's 2 balconies were reinforced (17), a flood control system (20), a new roof, gutter/downspout, a Parapet wall rebuilt, and tuck-pointing (21). You are a short walk to the Lake, Redline, and tons of shopping and entertainment. The unit comes with 1 storage locker. No parking but lots of options in the neighborhood.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Kelly Smith Realty LLC License #471022492 Listed on: 07/08/2022
Last Buyer's Agent
Sean Mirk
RE/MAX NEXT License #475194780
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,742
Year Built
- Built in 1909
Lot Details
- 7,449
HOA Fees
- $535 Monthly HOA Fees
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Rubber Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,800 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Built-In Features
- Historic or Period Millwork
- Coffered Ceiling
- Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
- Ceiling Fan
- Stubbed Gas Line For Fireplace
- Window Screens
- Entrance Foyer
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room with Fireplace
- 4 Fireplaces
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Library with Fireplace
- Storage
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Fireplace in Kitchen
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Home Security
Schools
- Mccutcheon Elementary School
- Senn High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Additional Features
- Deck
- End Unit
Listing and Financial Details
- Senior Tax Exemptions
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include insurance, exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavenger, snow removal
- 6 Units
Amenities
- Community Storage Space
Pet Policy
- Dogs and Cats Allowed
Security
- Storm Screens
- Storm Windows
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 8, 2022
Closed on
Sep 8, 2022
Sold by
Hofmann Raymond W and Hofmann Victoria E
Bought by
Thomas Erin
Seller's Agent
Kelly Smith
Kelly Smith Realty LLC
Buyer's Agent
Sean Mirk
RE/MAX NEXT
List Price
$525,000
Sold Price
$545,000
Premium/Discount to List
$20,000
3.81%
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
$56,891
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.28%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 12, 1997
Sold by
Cohen Marc S and Lisco Kathryn C
Bought by
Hofmann Raymond W and Simms Victoria E
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$136,000
Interest Rate
7.37%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Erin | $545,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Hofmann Raymond W | $170,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Jimenez Georgina | $67,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Simms Victoria E | $100,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Hofmann Raymond W | $188,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Hofmann Raymond | $124,100 | |
| Previous Owner | Hofmann Raymond W | $170,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Hofmann Raymond W | $136,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/13/2022 09/13/22 | Sold | $545,000 | +3.8% | $303 / Sq Ft |
| 07/27/2022 07/27/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/08/2022 07/08/22 | For Sale | $525,000 | -- | $292 / Sq Ft |
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 | $5,394 | $58,937 | $10,815 | $48,122 |
| 2023 | $4,652 | $28,000 | $9,667 | $18,333 |
| 2022 | $4,652 | $28,000 | $9,667 | $18,333 |
| 2021 | $4,589 | $27,999 | $9,666 | $18,333 |
| 2020 | $3,742 | $21,800 | $6,041 | $15,759 |
| 2019 | $3,717 | $24,027 | $6,041 | $17,986 |
| 2018 | $3,651 | $24,027 | $6,041 | $17,986 |
| 2017 | $5,067 | $28,829 | $5,316 | $23,513 |
| 2016 | $5,074 | $28,829 | $5,316 | $23,513 |
| 2015 | $5,464 | $28,829 | $5,316 | $23,513 |
| 2014 | $4,826 | $25,238 | $4,108 | $21,130 |
| 2013 | $4,758 | $25,238 | $4,108 | $21,130 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Kelly Smith
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Buyer's Agent in 2022
Sean Mirk
RE/MAX
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 11460453
APN: 14-08-408-042-1005
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