NOT LISTED FOR SALE

968 S Saylor Ave Elmhurst, IL 60126

Elmhurst Area

Estimated Value: $613,000 - $676,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,215 Sq Ft
$541/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: April 7, 2025

Last sale price $605,000 $498 Per Sq Ft

Est. 6% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,237 / mo

Highlights

  • Property is near park
  • Ranch Style House
  • Steam Shower
  • Jackson Elementary School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

About This Home

As of April 2025

Welcome to 968 S. Saylor Avenue, a beautifully updated ranch in highly sought-after South Elmhurst! This move-in-ready home offers three spacious bedrooms on the main level, a luxurious full bath with high-end Kohler fixtures, and stunning oak hardwood floors throughout. Freshly painted and featuring elegant new lighting, this home exudes style and warmth. The updated kitchen boasts white shaker cabinets, marble countertops, and premium stainless steel appliance. The finished basement adds incredible living space, complete with a fourth bedroom, full bath with a steam shower, surround sound system, laundry room, and ample storage. The exterior is equally impressive, featuring a two-car detached garage, a paver walkway to the front door, a paver patio with a retaining wall, and a bluestone-covered stoop. Just steps from Jackson Elementary, Eldridge Park, tennis courts, and scenic walking paths, this home offers both convenience and charm. Enjoy close proximity to downtown Elmhurst, where you'll find top-rated restaurants, boutique shopping, a movie theater, and year-round community events.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tracy Driscoll

Platinum Partners Realtors License #475152645 Listed on: 02/27/2025

Platinum Partners Realtors

Co-Listed By

Diane Crisp

Platinum Partners Realtors License #475142369

Last Buyer's Agent

Ginny Leamy

Compass License #475126031

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,644

Year Built

  • Built in 1958 | Remodeled in 2017

Lot Details

  • 7,079 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 54x134

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Radon Mitigation System
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,215 Sq Ft Home
  • Built-In Features
  • Dry Bar
  • Living Room
  • Family or Dining Combination
  • Storage Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Unfinished Attic

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • High End Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 4 Potential Bedrooms
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Steam Shower
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Sump Pump
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Schools

  • Jackson Elementary School
  • Bryan Middle School
  • York Community High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Brick Porch or Patio
  • Property is near park

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,644

Year Built

Built in 1958 | Remodeled in 2017

Lot Details

7,079 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Ranch
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 1 Story
  • Year Built: 1958
  • Age: 61-70 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2017
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Renovated: 2017

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Basement: Finished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Interior Amenities: Bar-Dry, Hardwood Floors, First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features
  • LivingArea: 1215
  • Other Equipment: TV-Cable, Sump Pump, Radon Mitigation System
  • Room Type: Storage
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 2430
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower,Steam Shower
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 1
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ FamRm
  • Total Sq Ft: 2430
  • Attic: Unfinished
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Other

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Patio, Brick Paver Patio
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Asphalt, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Jackson Elementary School
  • High School: York Community High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Bryan Middle School

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1625
  • Lot Dimensions: 54X134
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 10

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 7644
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 27, 2025
Closed on
Apr 4, 2025
Sold by
Smego Brian S
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Tracy Driscoll
Platinum Partners Realtors
Buyer's Agent
Ginny Leamy
Compass
List Price
$600,000
Sold Price
$605,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
0.83%
Views
7
Current Estimated Value
$643,528

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$38,528
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.01%
Original Mortgage
$514,250
Interest Rate
6.99%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 1, 2018
Closed on
May 14, 2018
Sold by
Rehmer Neil and Slaven Mia
Bought by
Smego Brian S
Seller's Agent
Eilish Carey
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Prairie Path REALT
Buyer's Agent
Ginny Leamy
Compass
List Price
$499,900
Sold Price
$487,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$12,400
-2.48%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.18%
Original Mortgage
$425,700
Interest Rate
4.62%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 9, 2015
Closed on
Jan 20, 2016
Sold by
Leston Eck Rhonda M
Bought by
Rehmer Neil and Slaven Mia
Seller's Agent
Betsy Stavropoulos
L.W. Reedy Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Michael Odeh
Redfin Corporation
List Price
$329,000
Sold Price
$270,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$59,000
-17.93%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
29.01%
Original Mortgage
$247,252
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 18, 2009
Sold by
Pieniazek Casimir J
Bought by
Casimir J Pieniazek Revocable Living Tru
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$605,000 Chicago Title
Smego Brian S $487,500 Greater Illinois Title
Rehmer Neil $270,000 Premier Title
Casimir J Pieniazek Revocable Living Tru -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $516,000
Closed Zenker John $514,250
Previous Owner Smego Brian S $401,500
Previous Owner Smego Brian S $419,500
Previous Owner Smego Brian S $425,700
Previous Owner Rehmer Neil $247,252
Previous Owner Pieniazek Casimir J $25,000
Previous Owner Pieniazek Casimir J $27,221
Previous Owner Pieniazek Casimir J $27,000
Previous Owner Pieniazek Casimir J $22,200
Previous Owner Pieniazek Casimir J $26,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
04/07/2025 04/07/25 Sold $605,000 +0.8% $498 / Sq Ft
02/27/2025 02/27/25 Pending -- -- --
02/27/2025 02/27/25 For Sale $600,000 0.0% $494 / Sq Ft
10/29/2019 10/29/19 Rented $3,300 0.0% --
10/29/2019 10/29/19 Under Contract -- -- --
10/28/2019 10/28/19 For Rent $3,300 0.0% --
05/14/2018 05/14/18 Sold $487,500 -2.5% $401 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/03/2018 04/03/18 Pending -- -- --
04/01/2018 04/01/18 For Sale $499,900 +85.1% $411 / Sq Ft
01/20/2016 01/20/16 Sold $270,000 -- $235 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History

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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 $8,246 $144,821 $84,187 $60,634
2023 $7,644 $133,920 $77,850 $56,070
2022 $7,442 $128,730 $74,840 $53,890
2021 $7,255 $125,530 $72,980 $52,550
2020 $6,973 $122,780 $71,380 $51,400
2019 $6,821 $116,730 $67,860 $48,870
2018 $6,505 $111,000 $64,230 $46,770
2017 $6,358 $105,780 $61,210 $44,570
2016 $6,217 $99,650 $57,660 $41,990
2015 $6,146 $92,840 $53,720 $39,120
2014 $6,775 $93,910 $42,650 $51,260
2013 $6,703 $95,230 $43,250 $51,980
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12293246

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 06-14-224-018

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