NOT LISTED FOR SALE

955 W Carmen Ave Unit 3B Chicago, IL 60640

Margate Park Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $429,000 - $492,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,600 Sq Ft
$240/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold September 24, 2014

Last sale price $260,500 $163 Per Sq Ft

Est. 74% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,109/month

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • 5-minute walk to Argyle Station
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • End Unit
  • Den
  • 3-minute walk to Buttercup Park

About This Home

As of September 2014

Spacious vintage condo feats unique design. Refinished hdwd flrs, new paint, stained glass, original preserved woodwork, many built-ins. Kit has lrg island, granite, SS, nearby walk-in pantry & lrg breakfast/eating area. Rear master bdr w/ensuite bth; 2nd bdr has French doors opening onto sundeck, office or den. In-unit W/D, CAC, 2 dec fireplaces. Close to expressway, shopping, restaurants. Rental prkg avail nearby.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sherell Sands

O'Donnell Partners License #475081148 Listed on: 08/12/2014

Last Buyer's Agent

Michael Hall

Baird & Warner License #475148426

Baird & Warner

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,394

Year Built

  • 1909

Lot Details

  • End Unit
  • Southern Exposure
  • East or West Exposure

HOA Fees

  • $240 per month

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Tar and Gravel Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • Decorative Fireplace
  • Den
  • Storage
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Exterior Basement Entry

Home Security

Eco-Friendly Details

  • North or South Exposure

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Brick Porch or Patio

Location

  • Property is near a bus stop
  • City Lot

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Community Details

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Security

  • Storm Screens

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,394

Year Built

1909

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$240 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • General Information: Commuter Bus, Commuter Train
  • Unit Floor Level: 3
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Number Interior Fireplaces: 2
  • Ownership: Condo
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Estimated Year Built: 1909
  • Type Attached: Condo, Low Rise (1-3 Stories), Vintage
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 3
  • Year Built: 1909

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Hardwood Floors, Laundry Hook-Up in Unit, Storage
  • Number Of Rooms: 6
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 17X16, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: None
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances
  • Fireplace Details: Decorative Only
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Unfinished, Exterior Access
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 2
  • Primary Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 2
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 10X8, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: None
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 26X13, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: None
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Pantry-Walk-in
  • Additional Rooms: Den, Pantry
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 17X13, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: None
  • Additional Room 1 Name: Pantry, Dimensions: 8X8, On Level: Main Level
  • Additional Room 2 Name: Den, Dimensions: 10X10, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Windows: None
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 17X13, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: None
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1600
  • Dining Room Type: Separate

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Roof Type: Tar and Gravel
  • Exterior Property Features: Patio, Brick Paver Patio, Storms/Screens, End Unit, Balcony
  • Exposure: N (North), S (South), E (East), City

Utilities

  • Electricity: Circuit Breakers
  • Air Conditioner: Central Air
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Heating Fuel: Gas, Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Max Pet Weight: 00
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Management: Self-Management
  • Pet Information: Cats OK, Dogs OK
  • Common Area Amenities: Storage
  • Assessment Includes: Water, Common Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal
  • Assessment Association Fees: 240
  • Management Phone: 000-000-0000

Fee Information

  • Management Company: SELF

Schools

  • School District: 299
  • Junior High Dist: 299

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: COMMON
  • Parcel Identification Number: 14084080421006

Multi Family

  • Total Number Unitsin Building: 6
  • Number Stories: 3

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 4241

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 3, 2019
Sold by
Koppel Alexander
Bought by
Koppel Alexander and The Alexander Koppel Living Trust
Current Estimated Value
$454,101

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 12, 2014
Closed on
Sep 16, 2014
Sold by
Bluestone Robert P
Bought by
Koppel Alexander
Seller's Agent
Sherell Sands
O'Donnell Partners
Buyer's Agent
Michael Hall
Baird & Warner
List Price
$269,000
Sold Price
$260,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$8,500
-3.16%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.95%
Original Mortgage
$234,450
Interest Rate
3.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 3, 1996
Sold by
Cingell John E and Gingell Wendy A
Bought by
Bluestone Robert P

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$125,000
Interest Rate
7.97%
Mortgage Type
Balloon
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Koppel Alexander -- Attorney
Koppel Alexander $260,500 Attorneys Title Guaranty Fun
Bluestone Robert P $147,000 Chicago Title Insurance Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Koppel Alexander $216,200
Closed Koppel Alexander $234,450
Previous Owner Bluestone Robert P $127,000
Previous Owner Bluestone Robert P $25,000
Previous Owner Bluestone Robert P $125,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/24/2014 09/24/14 Sold $260,500 -3.2% $163 / Sq Ft
08/18/2014 08/18/14 Pending -- -- --
08/12/2014 08/12/14 For Sale $269,000 -- $168 / 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 $5,394 $58,937 $10,815 $48,122
2023 $5,235 $28,000 $9,667 $18,333
2022 $5,235 $28,000 $9,667 $18,333
2021 $5,144 $27,999 $9,666 $18,333
2020 $4,315 $21,800 $6,041 $15,759
2019 $5,002 $24,027 $6,041 $17,986
2018 $4,917 $24,027 $6,041 $17,986
2017 $6,420 $28,829 $5,316 $23,513
2016 $5,959 $28,829 $5,316 $23,513
2015 $5,464 $28,829 $5,316 $23,513
2014 $4,335 $25,238 $4,108 $21,130
2013 $4,262 $25,238 $4,108 $21,130
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • S

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Sherell Sands

    O'Donnell Partners

  • Michael Hall

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Michael Hall

    Baird Warner

    (773) 398-4359

    2 in this area

    203 Total Sales

    Michael Hall
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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD08699434

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 14-08-408-042-1006

Illinois Cook County Chicago 60640 Margate Park

955 W Carmen Ave Unit 3B, Chicago, IL

This home is located at 955 W Carmen Ave Unit 3B, Chicago, IL 60640 since 12 August 2014 and is currently estimated at $454,101, approximately $283 per square foot. This property was built in 1909. 955 W Carmen Ave Unit 3B is a home located in Cook County with nearby schools including Mccutcheon Elementary School, Senn High School, and St Thomas Of Canterbury School.

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