NOT LISTED FOR SALE

961 Birchwood Dr Pingree Grove, IL 60140

Estimated Value: $442,186 - $457,000

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,512 Sq Ft
$179/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 24, 2023

Last sale price $408,000 $162 Per Sq Ft

Est. 10% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,377/month

57 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Community Lake
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Hampshire High School Rated A-
  • Clubhouse
  • Property is near a park

About This Home

As of August 2023

BUYER UNABLE TO SECURE FINANCING. THEIR LOSS CAN BE YOUR GAIN! Looking for your forever home?! This gorgeous Tuscan model in Cambridge Lakes is the one you've been waiting for! The entire home has brand new wood laminate floors and freshly painted throughout. The main level features a wide open floor plan & soaring 2 story family room with so much natural light! The kitchen is massive and has stainless steel appliances, granite counters, Island, and large walk in pantry! Large master bedroom with vaulted ceilings, walk-in closet and bath that features separate tub & shower, along with water closet. Full finished basement with kitchenette & bathroom. It's the perfect setup for a teenager or In-law arrangement! Newer tankless water heater & mechanicals. Large fenced yard with patio and plenty of space for entertaining parties all summer. There are so many amenities to the Cambridge Lakes community. Awesome recreational center with pools, gym, basketball court, 12 lakes, parks, 5+ miles of walking/bike trails and K-8 Charter school. You get so much bang for your buck in this neighborhood. Close to the expressway and commuter train line. Only 3 years left on the SSA versus 20 for New. Don't miss this home, it's better than new construction!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Matt Pittman

Keller Williams Premiere Properties License #475141411 Listed on: 05/26/2023

Keller Williams Premiere Properties

Last Buyer's Agent

Nikki Malatesta

RE/MAX Suburban License #475174780

RE/MAX Suburban

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,019

Year Built

  • Built in 2005

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 41x88x125x125
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot

HOA Fees

  • $83 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Space is Owned

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 2,512 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Blinds
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Breakfast Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Recreation Room
  • Laminate Flooring
  • Unfinished Attic

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 5 Potential Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • 9 Foot Basement Ceiling Height
  • Sump Pump
  • Finished Basement Bathroom
  • Basement Storage

Home Security

  • Storm Screens
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Separate Outdoor Workshop
  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near a park

Schools

  • Gary Wright Elementary School
  • Hampshire Middle School
  • Hampshire High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Humidifier
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions
  • Other Tax Exemptions

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include clubhouse, exercise facilities, pool
  • Laurie Wishnoff Association, Phone Number (847) 459-1212
  • Cambridge Lakes Subdivision, Tuscan Floorplan
  • Property managed by Foster Premier
  • Community Lake

Amenities

  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Community Pool

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,019

Year Built

Built in 2005

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$83 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple w/ HO Assn.
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Contemporary
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Subdivision Name: Cambridge Lakes
  • Year Built: 2005
  • Age: 16-20 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Basement: Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Interior Amenities: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Wood Laminate Floors, First Floor Laundry, Walk-In Closet(s), Drapes/Blinds, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room
  • LivingArea: 2512
  • Other Equipment: Humidifier, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
  • Room Type: Recreation Room, Breakfast Room, Bedroom 5, Other Room
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: Finished,9 ft + pour,Storage Space
  • Bathroom Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 1
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Sq Ft: 1256
  • Total Sq Ft: 1256
  • Attic: Unfinished
  • Flooring: Wood Laminate
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Patio, Porch, Storms/Screens, Workshop
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • List Price: 399900
  • Lot Features: Landscaped
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding,Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Number of Cars: 2
  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 83
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Community Features: Clubhouse, Park, Pool, Lake, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Management Company: Foster Premier
  • Management Contact Name: Laurie Wishnoff
  • Management Phone: 847-459-1212
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Clubhouse, Exercise Facilities, Pool

Schools

  • Elementary School: Gary Wright Elementary School
  • High School: Hampshire High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Hampshire Middle School
  • Middle/Junior School District: 300

Green Features

  • GreenEnergyEfficient: Water Heater

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 41X88X125X125
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 10

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2018.54
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Disabled Vet

MLS Schools

  • Othr Public Sch: Cambridge Lakes Charter

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 26, 2023
Closed on
Aug 1, 2023
Sold by
Horton William
Bought by
Bruckner James and Holiday Rachael
Seller's Agent
Matt Pittman
Keller Williams Premiere Properties
Buyer's Agent
Nikki Malatesta
RE/MAX Suburban
List Price
$399,900
Sold Price
$408,000
Premium/Discount to List
$8,100
2.03%
Views
105
Current Estimated Value
$449,797

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$41,797
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.61%
Original Mortgage
$326,400
Outstanding Balance
$320,004
Interest Rate
7.38%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$127,313

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 9, 2020
Closed on
Oct 26, 2020
Sold by
Salowitz William J and Salowitz Shelly
Bought by
Horton William
Seller's Agent
Sarah Goettel
HomeSmart Connect LLC
Buyer's Agent
Daniel Rafter
Keller Williams Premiere Properties
List Price
$320,000
Sold Price
$310,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-3.12%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.23%
Original Mortgage
$310,000
Interest Rate
2.71%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 22, 2016
Closed on
Oct 14, 2016
Sold by
Jackson Laurence R and Jackson Sandra Christine
Bought by
Solowitz William J
Seller's Agent
Sherry Schroeder
RE/MAX Properties Northwest
Buyer's Agent
Sandie Mitchell
RE/MAX Suburban
List Price
$249,777
Sold Price
$247,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,777
-1.11%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.78%
Original Mortgage
$238,355
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 16, 2008
Sold by
Deutsche Bank Trust Co Americas
Bought by
Jackson Laurence R and Jackson Sandra Christine

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$247,000
Interest Rate
6.01%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 7, 2008
Sold by
Sierra Valentin and Sierra Marisela
Bought by
Deutsche Bank Trust Co Americas and Saxon Mortgage Services Inc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 13, 2005
Sold by
Drh Cambridge Homes Inc
Bought by
Sierra Valentin and Sierra Marisela

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$238,000
Interest Rate
8.5%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
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
Bruckner James $408,000 Old Republic Title
Horton William $310,000 Attorney
Solowitz William J $247,000 First American Title
Jackson Laurence R $260,000 Ticor Title Insurance Co
Deutsche Bank Trust Co Americas -- None Available
Sierra Valentin $298,000 First American Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Bruckner James $326,400
Previous Owner Horton William $310,000
Previous Owner Solowitz William J $238,355
Previous Owner Jackson Laurence $253,955
Previous Owner Jackson Laurence R $247,000
Previous Owner Sierra Valentin $59,500
Previous Owner Sierra Valentin $238,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/24/2023 08/24/23 Sold $408,000 +2.0% $162 / Sq Ft
07/23/2023 07/23/23 Pending -- -- --
07/20/2023 07/20/23 For Sale $399,900 0.0% $159 / Sq Ft
06/12/2023 06/12/23 Pending -- -- --
06/09/2023 06/09/23 Price Changed $399,900 -5.9% $159 / Sq Ft
05/26/2023 05/26/23 For Sale $425,000 +37.1% $169 / Sq Ft
10/29/2020 10/29/20 Sold $310,000 -1.6% $123 / Sq Ft
09/27/2020 09/27/20 Pending -- -- --
09/24/2020 09/24/20 Price Changed $314,900 -1.6% $125 / Sq Ft
09/09/2020 09/09/20 For Sale $320,000 +29.6% $127 / Sq Ft
10/14/2016 10/14/16 Sold $247,000 -0.3% $97 / Sq Ft
08/26/2016 08/26/16 Pending -- -- --
08/24/2016 08/24/16 Price Changed $247,777 -0.8% $97 / Sq Ft
07/22/2016 07/22/16 For Sale $249,777 -- $98 / 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 $10,355 $136,173 $30,777 $105,396
2023 $2,012 $112,179 $27,832 $84,347
2022 $2,019 $103,429 $25,661 $77,768
2021 $1,983 $94,468 $24,136 $70,332
2020 $8,395 $92,056 $23,520 $68,536
2019 $8,214 $88,354 $22,574 $65,780
2018 $7,998 $82,922 $21,186 $61,736
2017 $8,166 $82,719 $20,175 $62,544
2016 $8,140 $78,750 $19,207 $59,543
2015 -- $74,376 $18,140 $56,236
2014 -- $73,512 $17,276 $56,236
2013 -- $74,860 $17,593 $57,267
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11793075

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 02-28-304-007