Last Sold Price
2 beds2,500 sqft$223/sqft
523 N Merrill StPark Ridge, IL60068

Description

One of a kind, extraordinary, Country Club area gem for today's lifestyle, restored inside and out. Circa 1926 stucco Spanish/Mediterranean ranch featuring distinctive architecture, craftsmanship and character throughout. Everything has been restored, replaced, updated. The Spanish (metal) clay tile roof, gutters, chimney, water service upgrade, drain tiles/sump pump/backup battery, waterproofing, copper plumbing, electrical, high efficiency boiler, hot water heater, thermostat, air conditioner,...One of a kind, extraordinary, Country Club area gem for today's lifestyle, restored inside and out. Circa 1926 stucco Spanish/Mediterranean ranch featuring distinctive architecture, craftsmanship and character throughout. Everything has been restored, replaced, updated. The Spanish (metal) clay tile roof, gutters, chimney, water service upgrade, drain tiles/sump pump/backup battery, waterproofing, copper plumbing, electrical, high efficiency boiler, hot water heater, thermostat, air conditioner, metal porch railings, metal mailbox, cement porches/walkways, windows, stripped and stained woodwork, refinished hardwood floors, stone floors, french doors, storm doors, gas log for fireplace, cherry wood cabinet kitchen, black granite counters and stainless steel french door fridge, dishwasher, sink, cook top, micro, double oven and custom breakfast nook, flooring is marble and granite combo. PLUS a totally re-done LL in the English basement with big windows, carpeted floors, stone tiled floors, family room, custom wet bar with granite counter top, beverage fridge, stove, custom wine closet, gorgeous bathroom, laundry room, walk in closet across from the washer & dryer & built in ironing center. Bonus room for storage, office, or guest bedroom. Walk out from LL to yard featuring a flagstone patio; newer 2 car garage built in 2005. It is impossible to list everything here that has been done. Some of the restored/cherished features of this home: leaded glass windows, built in bookcases, the LR hearth, interior (solid wood) doors, baseboards, moldings, main level bathroom wall subway tile and floor tile, bathroom light fixtures, glass door knobs. What do you think it would cost to rebuild this home today?
LISTING CLOSED: 07/30/2020 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Maija Zaimins • Weichert, Realtors - All Pro
    C: (847)-421-2510 maijasellshomes@gmail.com

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Property Details for 523 North Merrill Street

Status
MLS #
10707439
Days on Market
53
Taxes
$8,069 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Detached Single / 1 Story
Year Built
1926
Lot Size
0.16 AC / 6,799 SF
Area
Park Ridge
Subdivision
Country Club
Township
Maine
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Cars
2.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
Heat/Fuel
Hot Water/Steam, Baseboard, Radiator(s)
Architectural Style
Mediter./Spanish, Ranch

Location

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Building Information for 523 North Merrill Street

Stories-Year Built1926Building Size-Lot Size0.16 AC / 6,799 SF

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Property Information for 523 North Merrill Street

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 64
  • Elementary School: Eugene Field Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Emerson Middle School
  • High School District: 207
  • High School: Maine South High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 64
Addtl Parking Information
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s), Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On Site: true
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage
Location and General Information
  • Direction Faces: West
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Bar-Wet, Hardwood Floors, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Num Of Rooms: 10
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Gas Starter
  • Basement Type: Full, English
  • Bedrooms Possible: 2
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Basement Description: Finished, Exterior Access
  • Basement Sq Ft: 1114
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Room Type: Eating Area, Bonus Room, Recreation Room, Foyer, Walk In Closet, Family Room
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
Exterior Features
  • Type: 1 Story
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Appliances: Oven-Double, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Cooktop
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Patio, Porch
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2010
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 91-100 Years
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Total Sq Ft: 1406
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 2520
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 2520
  • Main Sq Ft: 1406
  • Lot Description: Landscaped Professionally
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 50X135
  • Other Structures: None
  • Zero Lot Line: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Driveway: Concrete,Side Drive
  • Exterior Building Type: Stucco
  • Roof Type: Metal, Other
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 1114.0
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional
  • Public Document Count: 1
  • Document Date: 2020-05-06T18:35:34
  • Photos Count: 54
  • Rural: N
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Additional Media Type 1: 3D Tour
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Flooring: Hardwood
  • Master Bedroom Size: 16X11
  • Master Bedroom Window Treatments: Shades
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • 2nd Bedroom Flooring: Hardwood
  • 2nd Bedroom Size: 12X11
  • 2nd Bedroom Window Treatments: Shades
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room Size: 15X13
  • Dining Room Window Treatments: Curtains/Drapes
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Lower
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Flooring: Carpet
  • Family Room Size: 14X9
  • Family Room Window Treatments: None
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Table Space,Galley
  • Kitchen Flooring: Granite
  • Kitchen Size: 15X9
  • Kitchen Window Treatments: Shades
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Flooring: Stone
  • Laundry Size: 8X7
  • Laundry Window Treatments: None
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Flooring: Hardwood
  • Living Room Size: 21X13
  • Living Room Window Treatments: None
Additional Room #1 Information
  • Addtl Room 1 Flooring: Granite
  • Addtl Room 1 Size: 6X9
  • Addtl Room 1 Window Treatments: Shades
Additional Room #2 Information
  • Addtl Room 2 Flooring: Stone
  • Addtl Room 2 Size: 11X9
  • Addtl Room 2 Window Treatments: None
Additional Room #3 Information
  • Addtl Room 3 Flooring: Carpet
  • Addtl Room 3 Size: 22X13
  • Addtl Room 3 Window Treatments: None
Additional Room #4 Information
  • Addtl Room 4 Flooring: Stone
  • Addtl Room 4 Size: 6X5
  • Addtl Room 4 Window Treatments: None
Additional Room #5 Information
  • Addtl Room 5 Flooring: Stone
  • Addtl Room 5 Size: 7X4
  • Addtl Room 5 Window Treatments: None
Additional Room #6 Information
  • Addtl Room 6 Size: 11X8
  • Addtl Room 6 Window Treatments: None
Additional Room #7 Information
  • Addtl Room 7 Flooring: Carpet
  • Addtl Room 7 Size: 26X11
  • Addtl Room 7 Window Treatments: None
Walk In Closet 1 Information
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Walk In Closet
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
Recreation Room Information
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
Eating Area Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eating Area
Bonus Room Information
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
Bar or Entertainment Room Information
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Bar/Entertainment
Family Room Down Information
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Family Room - Down

Property History for 523 North Merrill Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 30, 2020

Sold

MRED #10707439

$558,000
Jul 28, 2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #680662275

$558,000

+1.1% / yr

Jun 26, 2020

Pending

MRED #10707439

DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/30/2020

Sold

MRED #10707439

$558,000
07/28/2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #680662275

$558,000

+1.1% / yr

06/26/2020

Pending

MRED #10707439

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Public Records for 523 North Merrill Street

Taxable ValueLand$12,240Additions$40,760Total$53,000
Tax Record2023$12,765 ($1,064 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,406 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,406 SqFtStories1Lot Size6,800 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1925CountyCOOKAPN09-25-303-003Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 523 North Merrill Street

This home is within Maine Township Hsd 207 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Eugene Field Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Emerson Middle School
Public6 to 8

Maine South High School
Public9 to 12

Ralph J Frost Academy
Public9 to 12

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