LAST SOLD ON SEP 4, 2020 FOR $135,000

12147 S Harvard Ave,
Chicago, IL 60628

$239,807

Redfin Estimate

Beds

2,408

Sq Ft

About this home

If you're looking for a retreat from the chaos of city living, look no further. The Foster House and Stable, designed by the world renowned architect Frank Lloyd Wright, was built for you. Designed with comfort and tranquility in mind, The Foster House boasts ample square footage on a spacious plot of land. The exterior affords plenty of space for entertaining, relaxing on a bench with your favorite book, or admiring your pond. While the interior's expansive living areas make getting comfortable next to the fireplace a welcoming idea. Celebrating the 150th birthday of an American icon, here's your chance to own a piece of American history. Purchase this home with historical value and significance, yet priced to promote personal upgrades and customizing of the interior.

Listed by Armond Boulware • Coldwell Banker Realty

Bought with Curtis Oliver • I Got Properties

Redfin checked: just now (Sept 25, 2023 at 6:50am)

•Source:MRED #09728213

Property Type

Single Family Residential

Year Built

1890

Style

Farmhouse

Community

CHI - West Pullman

Lot Size

9,226 Sq. Ft.

Redfin Estimate

$239,807

Price/Sq.Ft.

$100

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$239,807

+$105K since sold in 2020 • Last updated 09/25/2023 6:51 am

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BOUGHT WITH REDFIN MAR 23, 2023
$230,000
A
Last Sold Price
5 Beds
3 Baths
2,089 Sq. Ft.
12243 S Princeton Ave, Chicago, IL 60628
$10/sq ft
smaller lot
37 years newer
12243 S Princeton Ave, Chicago, IL 60628
1 / 18
SOLD AUG 17, 2023
$240,000
B
Sold Price
5 Beds
2 Baths
1,402 Sq. Ft.
12200 S Stewart Ave, Chicago, IL 60628
$71/sq ft
smaller lot
37 years newer
12200 S Stewart Ave, Chicago, IL 60628
1 / 3
SOLD AUG 24, 2023
$59,900
C
Sold Price
5 Beds
2 Baths
2,000 Sq. Ft.
11739 S Harvard Ave, Chicago, IL 60628
$70/sq ft
smaller lot
10 years newer
11739 S Harvard Ave, Chicago, IL 60628
1 / 24
SOLD JAN 27, 2023
$299,900
D
Last Sold Price
5 Beds
4 Baths
2,900 Sq. Ft.
12211 S Eggleston Ave, Chicago, IL 60628
$3/sq ft
smaller lot
33 years newer
12211 S Eggleston Ave, Chicago, IL 60628
1 / 25
SOLD JAN 4, 2023
$217,000
E
Last Sold Price
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,340 Sq. Ft.
12141 S Parnell Ave, Chicago, IL 60628
$7/sq ft
smaller lot
12141 S Parnell Ave, Chicago, IL 60628
1 / 17
SOLD JUN 23, 2023
$109,900
F
Sold Price
5 Beds
2 Baths
2,046 Sq. Ft.
11730 S Eggleston Ave, Chicago, IL 60628
$46/sq ft
28 years newer
11730 S Eggleston Ave, Chicago, IL 60628

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Rental Estimate for 12147 S Harvard Ave

$2,430 / mo

Property details for 12147 S Harvard Ave

Parking

Parking Information

# Of Cars: 8

# of Garage Spaces: 2

# of Parking (Total): 6
Parking On-Site: Yes
Parking Features: Off Street, Driveway
Parking: Garage,Space/s
Parking Ownership: Owned
Garage Ownership: Owned
Garage On-Site: Yes
Garage Type: Detached
Garage Details: Heated
Driveway: Concrete

Interior

Bathroom Information

# of Baths (Full): 3

Bedroom Information

# of Bedrooms: 5

# of Bedrooms Possible: 5

Room Information

Room Type: Bedroom 5

Level: Second

Dimensions: 13 x 10

Room Information

Room Type: Foyer

Level: Main

Dimensions: 14 x 10

Room Information

Room Type: Pantry

Level: Main

Dimensions: 10 x 4

Room Information

Room Type: Maid Room

Level: Second

Dimensions: 9 x 10

Room Information

Room Type: Bedroom 2

Level: Main

Dimensions: 14 x 11

Room Information

Room Type: Bedroom 3

Level: Second

Dimensions: 14 x 13

Room Information

Room Type: Bedroom 4

Level: Second

Dimensions: 13 x 9

Room Information

Room Type: Dining Room

Level: Main

Dimensions: 16 x 12

Room Information

Room Type: Family Room

Level: Main

Dimensions: 20 x 10

Room Information

Room Type: Kitchen

Level: Main

Dimensions: 15 x 14

Room Information

Room Type: Living Room

Level: Main

Dimensions: 20 x 19

Room Information

Room Type: Master Bedroom

Level: Second

Dimensions: 15 x 15

Additional Rooms Information

Attic: Interior Stair

Dining Room: Separate

Basement: Full
Basement Description: Unfinished

Interior Features

Interior Features: Hardwood Floors

# of Rooms: 10

Fireplace Information

# of Fireplaces: 1

Fireplace Location: Living Room

Fireplace Features: Wood Burning

Exterior

Exterior Features

Exterior Features: Patio, Porch

Building Information

Living Area Source: Assessor

Exterior Building Type: Cedar

Age: 100+ Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Roof: Asphalt
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter

Property Information

Ownership: Fee Simple

Property Currently Being Leased: No

Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): No
General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Commuter Train,Interstate Access,Historical District
Parcel Number: 25282170110000

Lot Information

Dimensions: 75X123

Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre

Lot Features: Corner Lot, Fenced Yard

Financial

Tax Information

Tax Annual Amount: $3,008.63

Tax Year: 2018

Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior

Financial Information

Finance Code: Cash

Special Service Area: N

Utilities

Utility Information

Water Source: Public

Sewer: Public Sewer

Electric: 100 Amp Service

Heating & Cooling

Heating: Natural Gas

Location

School Information

Elementary School District: 299

Middle Or Junior School District: 299

High School District: 299

Location Information

Township: Lake

Corporate Limits: Chicago

Directions: North or south to 122nd Ave, east or west to Harvard ave, the house is on the NE corner

Other

Listing Information

Buyer Agency Compensation: 3% OF NET

BuyerAgencyCompensationType: Net Sale Price

Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing

Property information provided by MRED when last listed in 2017. This data may not match . Learn more.

Sale and tax history for 12147 S Harvard Ave

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Public facts and zoning for 12147 S Harvard Ave

Beds

Baths

Sq. Ft.

2,408

Stories

Lot Size

9,225 Sq. Ft.

Style

Single Family Residential

Year Built

1890

Year Renovated

—

County

Cook County

APN

25282170110000

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 18, 2023.

Zoning

RS-2 | Permitted: Single-Family, Short-Term Rentals, Commercial

Sale proceeds

Home sale price

Outstanding mortgage

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+$1,495

Your total sale proceeds$123,957$125,452

Seller agent commission2.5% ($5,995)$4,500

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Schools

This home is within the City of Chicago School District 299.

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GreatSchools Summary Rating

1/10

Metcalfe Elementary Community Academy

Public, PreK-8 • Serves this home • 0.3mi

2/10

Gompers Elementary Fine Arts Opt School

Public, PreK-8 • Nearby school • 0.4mi

3/10

Brown R Elementary Community Academy

Public, PreK-8 • Nearby school • 0.7mi

1/10

Fenger Academy High School

Public, 9-12 • Serves this home • 1.2mi

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Around this home

Transportation near 12147 S Harvard Ave

43/100

Car-dependent

Walk Score®

56/100

Good transit

Transit Score®

52/100

Bikeable

Bike Score®

Climate risks

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Risk Factor

Flood Factor - Minimal

Unlikely to flood in next 30 years

Fire Factor - Minimal

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

Heat Factor - Moderate

7 days above 101° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

Wind Factor - Minor

Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years

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Real estate market insights for 12147 S Harvard Ave

Single-Family Home sales (last 30 days)

Far Southeast SideNeighborhood
$190K
Median list price
67
Median days on mkt.
635
# listed homes
$128
Median $ / sq. ft.
97.7%
Median sale-to-list
144
# sold homes
West PullmanNeighborhood
$159K
Median list price
65
Median days on mkt.
111
# listed homes
$109
Median $ / sq. ft.
97.7%
Median sale-to-list
30
# sold homes
60628ZIP
$170K
Median list price
68
Median days on mkt.
258
# listed homes
$140
Median $ / sq. ft.
98.1%
Median sale-to-list
55
# sold homes
ChicagoCity
$300K
Median list price
56
Median days on mkt.
2864
# listed homes
$217
Median $ / sq. ft.
99.2%
Median sale-to-list
875
# sold homes
Cook CountyCounty
$325K
Median list price
49
Median days on mkt.
7138
# listed homes
$216
Median $ / sq. ft.
99.8%
Median sale-to-list
2618
# sold homes

Single Family Homes trends in Far Southeast Side

Median Sale Price
# of Homes Sold
Median Days on Market

Median Sale Price

(Single Family Homes)

$190,000

+7.0% YoY | Aug 2023

1 year
3 year
5 year

Based on Redfin calculations of home data from MLS and/or public records.

Location

Data

Aug 2023

Growth

% YoY

Far Southeast Side

$190,000

+7.0%

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Market competition in Far Southeast Side

Calculated over the last 3 months

Somewhat Competitive

Redfin Compete Score™

100

Some homes get multiple offers.
The average homes sell for about 2% below list price and go pending in around 70 days.
Hot homes can sell for about 3% above list price and go pending in around 44 days.

Compare to nearby neighborhoods

Beverly is somewhat competitive

Some homes get multiple offers.
The average homes sell for about 1% below list price and go pending in around 54 days.
Hot homes can sell for about 2% above list price and go pending in around 37 days.

Hyde Park is not very competitive

Multiple offers are rare.
The average homes sell for about 3% below list price and go pending in around 55 days.
Hot homes can sell for around list price and go pending in around 35 days.

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Nearby similar homes

Homes similar to 12147 S Harvard Ave are listed between $10K to $285K at an average of $140 per square foot.

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4 Beds

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3 Beds

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1,250 Sq. Ft.

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Nearby recently sold homes

Nearby homes similar to 12147 S Harvard Ave have recently sold between $13K to $310K at an average of $110 per square foot.

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SOLD JUN 2, 2023

$273,000 Last Sold Price

4 Beds

3 Baths

1,800 Sq. Ft.

12157 S Princeton Ave, Chicago, IL 60628

1 / 25

SOLD JUN 16, 2023

$198,000 Last Sold Price

3 Beds

1 Bath

1,730 Sq. Ft.

12412 S Wentworth Ave, Chicago, IL 60628

1 / 14

SOLD JUL 27, 2023

$210,000 Last Sold Price

3 Beds

2.5 Baths

2,240 Sq. Ft.

12056 S Harvard Ave, Chicago, IL 60628

Home values near 12147 S Harvard Ave

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
12156 S Harvard Avenue, Chicago, IL 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1118 Sq. Ft.	$119,855
12142 S Harvard Avenue, Chicago, IL 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1954 Sq. Ft.	$144,736
12148 S Harvard Avenue, Chicago, IL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 947 Sq. Ft.	$128,980
12126 S Harvard Avenue #HSE, CHICAGO, IL 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2800 Sq. Ft.	$300,039
12207 S Harvard Avenue, Chicago, IL 6 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1800 Sq. Ft.	$109,976
12209 S Harvard Avenue #HSE, Chicago, IL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1038 Sq. Ft.	$91,911
12155 S Harvard Avenue, Chicago, IL - Beds \| - Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	—

Address	Redfin Estimate
12152 S Harvard Avenue, Chicago, IL 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1225 Sq. Ft.	$127,952
12134 S Harvard Avenue, Chicago, IL 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2201 Sq. Ft.	$232,986
12201 S Harvard Avenue, Chicago, IL 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2000 Sq. Ft.	$287,265
12200 S Harvard Avenue, Chicago, IL 4 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1561 Sq. Ft.	$93,190
12135 S Harvard Avenue, Chicago, IL 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3942 Sq. Ft.	$238,702
12201 S Harvard Avenue, Chicago, IL 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1184 Sq. Ft.	$86,716
12137 S Harvard Avenue, Chicago, IL - Beds \| - Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$20,336

Address	Redfin Estimate
12134 S Harvard Avenue, Chicago, IL 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3500 Sq. Ft.	$249,582
12206 S Harvard Avenue, Chicago, IL 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1440 Sq. Ft.	$133,421
12141 S Harvard Avenue, Chicago, IL - Beds \| - Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	—
12200 S Harvard Avenue, Chicago, IL 4 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1561 Sq. Ft.	$87,214
12125 S Harvard Avenue, Chicago, IL 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2694 Sq. Ft.	$155,386
12145 S Harvard Avenue, Chicago, IL - Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	—
12151 S Harvard Avenue, Chicago, IL - Beds \| - Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	—

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