2,205 Sq. Ft.
$166 / Sq. Ft.
2,205
Sq. Ft.
$166
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Wall to wall sunlight fills this 4 bedroom, 2 bath cape cod located on almost an acre of land! From the moment you enter, this home exudes character and charm. The living room features hardwood floors and a picture window to take in the peaceful views, and opens to the dining room with farmhouse-style beams and bright kitchen. The kitchen, which includes an island, provides plenty of space for meal preparation as well as ample cabinet space for storage. Enjoy cozy gatherings in the large family room,...Wall to wall sunlight fills this 4 bedroom, 2 bath cape cod located on almost an acre of land! From the moment you enter, this home exudes character and charm. The living room features hardwood floors and a picture window to take in the peaceful views, and opens to the dining room with farmhouse-style beams and bright kitchen. The kitchen, which includes an island, provides plenty of space for meal preparation as well as ample cabinet space for storage. Enjoy cozy gatherings in the large family room, also featuring shiplap ceilings with beam accents, stone fireplace and bay window. Completing the first floor is the primary bedroom, second bedroom, full bath with double sinks and the laundry room which has space to double as a mudroom! Upstairs, find two additional large yet cozy bedrooms and a second full bath. Outdoors, enjoy dining alfresco on the patio and plenty of recreation in the huge, lush yard with mature trees. Two car detached garage with two workshop rooms and storage galore! Great location close to shopping and restaurants. Just a stone's throw to the Metra train line and River Trails Park District which features a park, walking trail, pool, skate park, and more! Direct access to the Prospect Heights bike trail. All this, plus excellent schools: Euclid, River Trails and Hersey. This home will have a brand new roof and electrical panel prior to closing, too! It's the perfect retreat - don't miss out!

Listing Agents

  1. Amy DeRango

    Amy DeRango

    Listing Agent

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    P: (847)-529-5883

  2. Kelly Baysinger

    Kelly Baysinger

    Alternative Listing Agent

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    P: (847)-322-6654

Property Details for 5 Alton Road

Area
Prospect Heights
Township
Wheeling
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air
LISTING CLOSED: 10/13/2021 12:00 AM

Property Details for 5 Alton Road

StatusClosed
MLS #11148900
Days on Market44
Taxes$10,099 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1960
Lot Size0.96 AC / 41,900 SF
CountyCook County
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Building Information for 5 Alton Road

Stories-Year Built1960Building Size-Lot Size0.96 AC / 41,900 SF

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Property Information for 5 Alton Road

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 26
  • Elementary School: Euclid Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: River Trails Middle School
  • High School District: 214
  • High School: John Hersey High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 26
Addtl Parking Information
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
  • Garage On Site: true
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: East, West
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Hardwood Floors, First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Laundry, First Floor Full Bath
  • Num Of Rooms: 8
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Park, Street Paved
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Basement Type: None
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Basement Description: Crawl
  • Dining Room: Kitchen/Dining Combo
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Private Well
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Other Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Fan-Whole House, Sump Pump
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Patio, Workshop
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 61-70 Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Description: Mature Trees, Creek
  • Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 41900
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Exterior Building Type: Cedar
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • General Information: Commuter Train,Flood Zone
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 4
  • Document Date: 2021-07-08T15:41:00
  • Photos Count: 17
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Additional Media Type 1: Video
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: None
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 13X12
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 12X9
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 18X18
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 18X12
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 12X9
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 18X17
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 12X10
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 9X7
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 19X15

Property History for 5 Alton Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 13, 2021

Sold

MRED #11148900

$365,000
Sep 20, 2021

Price Change

MRED #11148900

$364,900
Aug 20, 2021

Contingent

MRED #11148900

DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/13/2021

Sold

MRED #11148900

$365,000
09/20/2021

Price Change

MRED #11148900

$364,900
08/20/2021

Contingent

MRED #11148900

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Public Records for 5 Alton Road

Taxable ValueLand$16,760Additions$19,755Total$36,515
Tax Record2023$11,069 ($922 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt2,205 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,205 SqFtStories2Lot Size41,900 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1959CountyCOOKAPN03-26-201-004

Schools near 5 Alton Road

This home is within Township Hsd 214 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - 1 to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Euclid Elementary School
Public1 to 5

River Trails Middle School
Public6 to 8

John Hersey High School
Public9 to 12

The Academy at Forest View
Public9 to 12

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