Award Winning Field Elementary School and Sandburg Middle school! Move right into this light and bright 4 bedroom 2 1/2 bath home including finished basement. From the front hall entry step into the welcoming living room and open dining room. Spacious kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, 42" cabinets, full island. Kitchen opens to a large family room with a fireplace. Double doors off the family room leading to a professionally landscaped, sizable back yard including stone patio, newer privacy fence and handy storage shed. Separate doors off of the light and bright kitchen leading to 2nd patio. A handy 1/2 bath rounds off the first floor. Oak floors throughout the first floor. Lovely crown molding throughout the first and second floor. Large and bright master bedroom with spacious walk-in closet and a new picture window providing western exposure. Updated master bath includes double sinks, separate shower and bath. Additionally, there are 3 large bedrooms, a full hall bath and a 2nd floor laundry room. Lower level includes a substantial recreation room plus an additional storage room. 2 car attached garage with concrete driveway. Newer windows, furnace, air conditioning, roof and hot water tank. 2 blocks to Crestview Park. Central location with quick access to highways, schools, downtown Elmhurst, city center shopping/restaurants and more. Don't miss the opportunity to own this beautiful home!
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$740,000
540 N Howard Ave, Elmhurst, IL 60126
4beds
2,852sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1996
7,860 Square Feet Lot
$874,000 Zestimate®
$259/sqft
$4,315 Estimated rent
Home value
$874,000
$830,000 - $918,000
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Laundry roomSubstantial recreation roomNewer windowsNewer privacy fenceQuick access to highwaysAir conditioningSpacious walk-in closet
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Listed by:
Catherine Simon-Vobornik 312-501-4048,
Baird & Warner
Bought with:
Mary Lotta
Weichert, Realtors - All Pro
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 11972017
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Recreation Room, Foyer, Storage, Walk In Closet
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 323 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X17
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Second
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Second
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds, Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Second
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X9
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X12
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 98 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X7
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Island), Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X14
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Second
- Area: 42 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X6
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 225 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X15
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 650 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 26X25
Storage
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 209 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X11
Walk in closet
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 54 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X6
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Laundry: Upper Level, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Sink
Features
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Attic: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen, Gas Log, Gas Starter, Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,852 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 7,860 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 60X131
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 0336129021
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding, Steel Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1996
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer, Storm Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Curbs, Street Lights, Street Paved
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Elmhurst
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $259/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $213,470
- Annual tax amount: $12,466
- Date on market: 2/15/2024
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/25/2024 | Sold | $740,000-1.3%$259/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11972017 Report a problem | ||
| 3/15/2024 | Contingent | $749,900$263/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11972017 Report a problem | ||
| 3/6/2024 | Price change | $749,900-1.2%$263/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11972017 Report a problem | ||
| 2/15/2024 | Listed for sale | $759,000+19.2%$266/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11972017 Report a problem | ||
| 7/19/2021 | Sold | $637,000-1.8%$223/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11083856 Report a problem | ||
| 5/27/2021 | Contingent | $649,000$228/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11083856 Report a problem | ||
| 5/23/2021 | Price change | $649,000-3.9%$228/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11083856 Report a problem | ||
| 5/11/2021 | Listed for sale | $675,000+27.4%$237/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11083856 Report a problem | ||
| 5/13/2017 | Sold | $530,000-0.9%$186/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/31/2017 | Pending sale | $535,000$188/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Elmhurst #09483375 Report a problem | ||
| 3/28/2017 | Price change | $535,000-2.7%$188/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Elmhurst #09483375 Report a problem | ||
| 2/23/2017 | Price change | $550,000-1.8%$193/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Elmhurst #09483375 Report a problem | ||
| 1/23/2017 | Listed for sale | $560,000-0.9%$196/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Elmhurst #09483375 Report a problem | ||
| 6/4/2007 | Sold | $565,000+7.6%$198/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/4/2005 | Sold | $525,000+98.1%$184/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/2/1997 | Sold | $265,000+87.9%$93/sqft |
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| 1/25/1996 | Sold | $141,000$49/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $12,583 +8.3% | $213,470 +8.8% |
| 2023 | $11,618 -6.8% | $196,240 -6.3% |
| 2022 | $12,467 +4.4% | $209,520 +4.4% |
| 2021 | $11,941 +6.2% | $200,690 +4.4% |
| 2020 | $11,242 +1% | $192,230 +4% |
| 2019 | $11,134 +10.7% | $184,830 +11% |
| 2018 | $10,055 +1.9% | $166,550 +4.6% |
| 2017 | $9,865 +4.3% | $159,180 +8.3% |
| 2016 | $9,462 +1.9% | $146,970 +8.2% |
| 2015 | $9,287 +7.2% | $135,770 +15.7% |
| 2014 | $8,666 +0.4% | $117,310 -2% |
| 2013 | $8,628 +2.2% | $119,710 -6.4% |
| 2012 | $8,443 +2.2% | $127,830 -10.1% |
| 2011 | $8,259 -4.5% | $142,200 -12.7% |
| 2010 | $8,649 +1.5% | $162,860 -9.1% |
| 2009 | $8,523 +6% | $179,080 |
| 2008 | $8,040 +3.8% | $179,080 +7.6% |
| 2007 | $7,744 +13.8% | $166,430 +18.8% |
| 2006 | $6,804 +5.1% | $140,080 +8% |
| 2005 | $6,471 +10.6% | $129,700 +6.5% |
| 2004 | $5,851 +2.6% | $121,780 +9% |
| 2003 | $5,700 +3.4% | $111,720 +11.3% |
| 2002 | $5,512 +6.4% | $100,410 +8.1% |
| 2001 | $5,183 +3.9% | $92,870 +5.8% |
| 2000 | $4,987 | $87,780 |
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Neighborhood: 60126
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GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Field Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 7/10Churchville Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 10/10York Community High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Field Elementary School
- Middle: Sandburg Middle School
- High: York Community High School
- District: 205
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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