Sold1009d on marketHistoric · 98 yrs
243 E Columbia Ave
Elmhurst, IL, 60126 • 60126 • DuPage County
$495,000
$266/sqft
3Beds
3Baths
1,859Sqft
0.23 acLot
1928Built
Property DNA
Character Home
Built 1928 · 98 years of history
Outdoor Living
Deck
1 Fireplace
Gas Log · Gas Starter · Living Room
2-Car Garage
Garage Door Opener · On Site · Garage Owned · Detached · Garage
Wood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
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Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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1009 days on market
Established listing
$266/sqft
Price per square foot
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1928 · Historic
Tucked away in a quiet neighborhood, this lovingly cared for home is close to schools, charming downtown Elmhurst, shopping and transportation- it is close to everything. Bright and sunny living room has a gas fireplace and built in bookcases, large dining room can entertain numerous guests, kitchen has numerous maple cabinets and counter space, enjoy morning breakfast while looking out onto the back yard. Two bedrooms and a full bath on the first floor. Enclosed heated sun porch adjoins the living room and serves as an inhome office. Full finished basement offers a family room, full bathroom, a room currently used as a work out room, a utility room with work bench and 2 storage rooms. Second floor would make a fabulous master suite with bathroom, large sitting room and numerous closets. Newer large deck (18x17) with ramp leads to the back yard and 2 car garage. Numerous perennials in the yard for your summer enjoyment. Field Elementary school is 2 blocks away. Close to shopping, restaurants, transportation.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$3,086/month
Principal & Interest$2,426
Property Tax$495
Insurance$165
Down payment20% ($99,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.20% rate · 30yr fixed · $396,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1928
HeatingNatural Gas, Radiator(s)
CoolingCentral Air, Small Duct High Velocity
Parking2 Garage spaces
Lot9,840 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
Year built1928
Stories1
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas, Radiator(s)
CoolingCentral Air, Small Duct High Velocity
ConstructionStucco
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingGarage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Garage2 spaces
BasementFinished,Full
Fireplaces1
Lot9,840 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood60126
Annual tax$4,133
Parcel0336317016
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths3
Features & details
12 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
1st Floor Bedroom
1st Floor Full Bath
Bookcases
Appliances
Range
Microwave
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Washer
Dryer
Disposal
Flooring
Carpet
Wood
Heating
Natural Gas
Radiator(s)
Cooling
Central Air
Small Duct High Velocity
Laundry
Sink
Fireplace
Gas Log
Gas Starter
Living Room
Accessibility
Bath Grab Bars
Ramp - Main Level
Disability Access
Exterior Features
Parking
Garage Door Opener
On Site
Garage Owned
Detached
Garage
Construction
Stucco
Patio & Porch
Deck
Community
Park
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Second13×11 ft143 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)
Bedroom2
Main13×11 ft143 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom3
Main11×10 ft110 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)
Bedroom4
Other
Other
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market1009
Est. value$625,600
Est. rent$3,884/mo
Tax rate1.93%
Price/sqft$266
On marketJun 11, 2023
PostedJun 11, 2023
Last sold$495,000
MLS statusClosed
MLS updatedJul 8, 2023
Tour days6
Views5
How are the schools in Elmhurst?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Elmhurst, IL, 60126
Price history
6 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Sep 4, 2023Listing Removed——Zillow Rentals
Aug 14, 2023Listed For Rent$3,500$2Zillow Rentals
Jul 6, 2023Sold$495,000$266MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jun 11, 2023Listing Removed——MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
May 14, 2023Contingent$504,000$271MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
May 4, 2023Listed For Sale$504,000$271MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listing Removed—
Sep 4, 2023•Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent$3,500
Aug 14, 2023•$2/sqft•Zillow Rentals
Sold$495,000
Jul 6, 2023•$266/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listing Removed—
Jun 11, 2023•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$504,000
May 14, 2023•$271/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$504,000
May 4, 2023•$271/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 11, 2024$8,814$151,933
Apr 11, 2023$7,633$139,670
Apr 11, 2022$4,128$133,480
Apr 11, 2021$4,133$127,850
Apr 11, 2020$4,068$122,460
Apr 11, 2019$4,196$117,750
Apr 11, 2018$4,221$110,670
Apr 11, 2017$4,340$105,770
Apr 11, 2016$4,523$97,650
Apr 11, 2015$4,823$90,210
Apr 11, 2014$5,247$78,390
Apr 11, 2013$5,235$79,990
Apr 11, 2012$5,226$85,410
Apr 11, 2011$5,155$95,010
Apr 11, 2010$5,364$107,290
Apr 11, 2009$4,906$117,970
Apr 11, 2008$4,638$117,970
Apr 11, 2007$4,852$109,640
Apr 11, 2006$4,794$103,680
Apr 11, 2005$4,566$96,000
Apr 11, 2004$4,115$90,140
Apr 11, 2003$4,066$82,690
Apr 11, 2002$3,824$72,730
Apr 11, 2001$3,582$67,270
Apr 11, 2000$3,437$63,580
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Elmhurst, IL • DuPage County
Nearby neighborhoods
Yorkfield
Nearby cities
AddisonAuroraBartlettCarol StreamDowners GroveElmhurstGlen EllynLombard
Nearby zip codes
60126
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