Charming 3 BR 2 Bath within 7 blocks of downtown LaGrange and the Metra Train Station in the highly rated Lagrange School District 102. Boasting one of the largest lots within the area, including a 2.5 detached garage and two driveways and beautiful landscaping with a custom tree fort. Currently zoned as R6, and may have the potential to be transformed into a multifamily unit. This eco-conscience property is equipped with solar panels that provide 100% of the energy needs for a family annually, a rain barrel, raised garden bed with established strawberries and raspberries, fruiting pear tree, a small pond, and native pollinator garden which attracts a wide variety of Illinois birds and butterflies to enjoy from the view of the kitchen window. Updates to the property: New roof in 2022, updated electrical panel in 2022, new HV/AC unit in 2023, new water heater (6/10/24), and new dishwasher in 2024. Brand new basement windows (summer 2024) bring lots of natural light in the space. The property features a fully fenced back yard, updated light fixtures and finished basement, the new owner(s) can enjoy it with peace of mind. Another added benefit is this home can be sold fully furnished. (Listing agent is the owner).
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$405,000
218 East Ave, La Grange, IL 60525
3beds
1,191sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1960
8,806 Square Feet Lot
$438,200 Zestimate®
$340/sqft
$3,300 Estimated rent
Home value
$438,200
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Listed by:
Daniel Litzhoff 630-675-6655,
Baird & Warner
Bought with:
Daniel Walus
Padscouts Inc.
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12065933
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Office
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X16
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X13
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X15
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar), Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X12
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X12
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 264 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X22
Office
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile), Window Treatments (Screens)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X11
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood, Electric Cooktop, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Electric Oven
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Sink
Features
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Attic: Pull Down Stair
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Family Room, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,191
- Total interior livable area: 1,191 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 1,191
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Other, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Off Alley, Alley Access, Garage Faces Side, Owned, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Outdoor Grill
- Fencing: Fenced,Wood
Lot
- Size: 8,806 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 119X74
- Features: Garden
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s)
- Additional parcels included: 18042370340000,18042370350000
- Parcel number: 18042370340000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1960
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Street Lights
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: La Grange
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $340/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $120,000
- Annual tax amount: $6,456
- Date on market: 7/5/2024
- Listing terms: FHA
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/8/2024 | Sold | $405,000+4.1%$340/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12065933 Report a problem | ||
| 7/10/2024 | Contingent | $389,000$327/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12065933 Report a problem | ||
| 7/5/2024 | Listed for sale | $389,000+77.6%$327/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12065933 Report a problem | ||
| 6/9/2014 | Sold | $219,000+1.9%$184/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #08579786 Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2014 | Pending sale | $215,000$181/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices KoenigRubloff Realty Group #08579786 Report a problem | ||
| 4/25/2014 | Price change | $215,000-4.4%$181/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices KoenigRubloff Realty Group #08579786 Report a problem | ||
| 4/9/2014 | Listed for sale | $225,000+28.6%$189/sqft |
Source: Koenig & Strey Real Living #08579786 Report a problem | ||
| 9/26/2013 | Listing removed | $174,900$147/sqft |
Source: Koenig & Strey Real Living #08438550 Report a problem | ||
| 9/8/2013 | Price change | $174,900-7.9%$147/sqft |
Source: Koenig & Strey Real Living #08438550 Report a problem | ||
| 8/18/2013 | Listed for sale | $189,900$159/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,079 +3.4% | $12,000 +0% |
| 2023 | $2,977 +15.1% | $11,999 +36.2% |
| 2022 | $2,586 +4.1% | $8,808 |
| 2021 | $2,484 +2.2% | $8,808 |
| 2020 | $2,431 -14.8% | $8,808 -14.8% |
| 2019 | $2,852 +1.9% | $10,339 |
| 2018 | $2,798 +2.7% | $10,339 |
| 2017 | $2,724 +17.9% | $10,339 +30.9% |
| 2016 | $2,311 +7% | $7,898 |
| 2015 | $2,160 +21.3% | $7,898 |
| 2014 | $1,780 +25.1% | $7,898 -3.1% |
| 2013 | $1,423 -2% | $8,147 |
| 2012 | $1,452 -3.5% | $8,147 |
| 2011 | $1,505 +12.4% | $8,147 -18.2% |
| 2010 | $1,340 +8% | $9,955 |
| 2009 | $1,241 +4.6% | $9,955 -7% |
| 2008 | $1,186 -2.6% | $10,705 +20.8% |
| 2007 | $1,218 +4.8% | $8,865 |
| 2006 | $1,162 +9.3% | $8,865 |
| 2005 | $1,063 -8% | $8,865 +30.9% |
| 2004 | $1,155 +3.6% | $6,773 |
| 2003 | $1,114 -5.6% | $6,773 |
| 2002 | $1,180 +21.3% | $6,773 +27.7% |
| 2001 | $972 +5.6% | $5,302 |
| 2000 | $921 | $5,302 |
| 1999 | $921 | $5,302 |
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Neighborhood: 60525
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GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Congress Park Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.3 mi
- 9/10Park Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 10/10Lyons Twp High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Lyons Twp High School
- District: 102
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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