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    • $1,150,000

    575 S Fern Ave, Elmhurst, IL 60126

    4beds
    2,895sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1952
    8,786 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $397/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Gas fireplaceSpa-inspired luxury bathExtensive landscapingThree spacious additional bedroomsPrivate officeExcellent closet spaceFully renovated primary suite
    BEAUTIFULLY UPDATED AND MOVE-IN READY, THIS IMPRESSIVE 2-STORY HOME OFFERS THE CURB APPEAL AND FEEL OF NEW CONSTRUCTION IN ONE OF ELMHURST'S MOST DESIRABLE LOCATIONS. SITUATED ON A SPACIOUS 55X160 LOT ON A QUIET, LOW-TRAFFIC STREET, THIS HOME COMBINES MODERN UPDATES, FLEXIBLE LIVING SPACE, AND EXCEPTIONAL CONVENIENCE.THE BRIGHT, OPEN FLOOR PLAN FEATURES HARDWOOD FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE FIRST FLOOR AND A STUNNING KITCHEN WITH WHITE CABINETRY, GRANITE COUNTERTOPS, NEWER STAINLESS-STEEL APPLIANCES, UPDATED LIGHTING, AN EXPANSIVE CENTER ISLAND, AND GENEROUS EATING AREA. THE KITCHEN OPENS SEAMLESSLY TO THE FAMILY ROOM WITH A GAS FIREPLACE, WHILE TWO SETS OF SLIDING GLASS DOORS PROVIDE ACCESS TO THE PROFESSIONALLY LANDSCAPED BACKYARD AND NEWLY INSTALLED PERMEABLE BRICK PAVER PATIO-PERFECT FOR ENTERTAINING AND EVERYDAY LIVING. A LIVING ROOM, PRIVATE OFFICE, HALF BATH AND A MUDROOM WITH CUSTOM BUILT - IN STORAGE COMPLETE THE FIRST FLOOR. UPSTAIRS, THE FULLY RENOVATED PRIMARY SUITE SERVES AS A PRIVATE RETREAT WITH A SPA-INSPIRED LUXURY BATH AND CUSTOM WALK-IN CLOSET. THREE SPACIOUS ADDITIONAL BEDROOMS OFFER EXCELLENT CLOSET SPACE, AND THE NEWLY UPDATED HALL BATH FEATURES A DOUBLE VANITY. CONVENIENT SECOND-FLOOR LAUNDRY IS COMPLEMENTED BY A SECOND WASHER/DRYER SET IN THE LOWER LEVEL. THE FINISHED BASEMENT PROVIDES VALUABLE ADDITIONAL LIVING SPACE WITH NEWER CARPETING, A HALF BATH, SECOND LAUNDRY AREA, AND A CLEAN AND ACCESIBLE CONCRETE CRAWL SPACE FOR ABUNDANT STORAGE. ADDITIONAL IMPROVEMENTS INCLUDE: NEWER FURNACE, 2 NEWER A/C UNITS, WHOLE HOUSE HUMIDIFIER, NEW WASHER/ DRYER ( 2 SETS), NEWER LIGHTING, FRESH INTERIOR PAINT, EXTENSIVE LANDSCAPING. IDEALLY LOCATED JUST STEPS FROM THE ILLINOIS PRAIRIE PATH, WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE TO COVETED JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL(NATIONAL BLUE RIBBON SCHOOL - 2024), PARKS, AND NEIGHBORHOOD AMENITIES. JUST MINUTES TO DOWNTOWN ELMHURST, METRA, SHOPPING, DINING, AND EXPRESSWAYS. MIDDLE SCHOOL CHOICE OF EITHER BRYAN OR SANDBURG. A RARE OPPORTUNITY TO OWN A METICULOUSLY MAINTAINED HOME THAT PERFECTLY BLENDS MODERN UPDATES, FAMILY FUNCTIONALITY, AND AN OUTSTANDING LOCATION.
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    Listed by:

    Carrie Pikulik 630-606-1197,

    @properties Christie's International Real Estate,

    Tim Schiller 630-373-6202,

    @properties Christie's International Real Estate

    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12681067MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 4
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 2
      Rooms
      • Room types: Mud Room, Recreation Room, Storage
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Full, Double Sink, Tub & Separate Shwr)
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 272 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 17X16
      Bedroom 2
      • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 143 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 13X11
      Bedroom 3
      • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 156 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 13X12
      Bedroom 4
      • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 180 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 15X12
      Dining room
      • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 285 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 19X15
      Family room
      • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 315 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 21X15
      Kitchen
      • Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Island), Flooring (Hardwood)
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 240 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 16X15
      Laundry
      • Level: Basement
      • Area: 204 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 17X12
      Living room
      • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 121 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 11X11
      Mud room
      • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 30 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 6X5
      Recreation room
      • Level: Basement
      • Area: 500 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 25X20
      Storage
      • Level: Basement
      • Area: 144 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12X12
      Heating
      • Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Humidifier
      • Laundry: Upper Level, Multiple Locations
      Features
      • Flooring: Hardwood
      • Basement: Finished,Crawl Space,Rec/Family Area,Storage Space,Full
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      • Fireplace features: Gas Log, Family Room
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 3,889
      • Total interior livable area: 2,895 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2.5
      • Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
      • Garage spaces: 2.5
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: No Disability Access
      Features
      • Stories: 2
      • Patio & porch: Deck
      Lot
      • Size: 8,786 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 55 X 160
      Details
      • Parcel number: 0612404008
      • Special conditions: None
      • Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Backup Sump Pump;

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Traditional
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Brick, Cedar, Frame
      • Roof: Asphalt
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1952
      • Major remodel year: 2007

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Lake Michigan

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
      HOA
      • Services included: None
      Location
      • Region: Elmhurst

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $397/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $247,695
      • Annual tax amount: $14,999
      • Date on market: 6/19/2026
      • Ownership: Fee Simple

        Estimated market value

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        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/19/2021Listing removed--
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11123941 Report a problem
        6/25/2021Contingent$799,000$276/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11123941 Report a problem
        6/16/2021Listed for sale$799,000+12.5%$276/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11123941 Report a problem
        4/18/2016Sold$710,000-2.7%$245/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09135436 Report a problem
        3/16/2016Pending sale$730,000$252/sqft
        Source: L.W. Reedy Real Estate #09135436 Report a problem
        2/25/2016Price change$730,000-1.4%$252/sqft
        Source: L.W. Reedy Real Estate #09135436 Report a problem
        2/22/2016Price change$740,000-1.3%$256/sqft
        Source: L.W. Reedy Real Estate #09135436 Report a problem
        2/9/2016Listed for sale$750,000-3.2%$259/sqft
        Source: L.W. Reedy Real Estate #09135436 Report a problem
        7/3/2007Sold$775,000+98.7%$268/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        7/19/2005Sold$390,000$135/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024$14,445 +7.6%$247,695 +8.1%
        2023$13,420 +4.2%$229,050 +4.9%
        2022$12,879 +2.5%$218,390 +2.5%
        2021$12,562 +4%$212,960 +2.2%
        2020$12,079 +2.1%$208,300 +5.2%
        2019$11,829 -10.6%$198,040 -9.8%
        2018$13,235 +2.2%$219,640 +4.9%
        2017$12,953 +2.1%$209,300 +6.1%
        2016$12,691 +0.9%$197,180 +7.3%
        2015$12,577 -1.6%$183,700 +6.9%
        2014$12,782 +1.1%$171,860 -1.4%
        2013$12,641 +2.5%$174,280 -6.2%
        2012$12,329 -3.3%$185,740 -14.9%
        2011$12,745 +10.3%$218,330 +0.3%
        2010$11,558 +3.3%$217,670 -7.5%
        2009$11,190 +6.2%$235,370
        2008$10,540 +5%$235,370 +8.8%
        2007$10,041 +119.9%$216,330 +124.2%
        2006$4,567 +8%$96,480 +6.9%
        2005$4,230 +10.9%$90,250 +6.3%
        2004$3,816 +2.1%$84,900 +10.1%
        2003$3,736 +18.5%$77,110 +25.6%
        2002$3,152 +7.6%$61,400 +8.7%
        2001$2,929 +3.7%$56,460 +5.2%
        2000$2,825 $53,670
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 60126

        Getting around

        38 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        29 / 100
        Some Transit
        46 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Jefferson Elementary School
        • Middle: Bryan 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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