508 Houston St Batavia, IL 60510
Northwest Batavia Neighborhood
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,429
Sq Ft
1885
Built
Highlights
- Farmhouse Style Home
- Sitting Room
- Patio
- H C Storm Elementary School Rated A
- Formal Dining Room
- Laundry Room
About This Home
As of August 2025This charming farmhouse blends timeless character with thoughtful modern updates. Enjoy summer evenings on the welcoming front porch or entertain in the spacious backyard-perfect for relaxing or gathering with friends. Inside, you'll find a bright, fresh interior featuring new wood laminate flooring, newer bedroom carpet, solid wood doors, built-ins, a new DR light fixture, and updated paint throughout. The kitchen is fresh and functional, offering newer finishes and appliances. The flexible layout includes a large primary bedroom, a medium-sized second bedroom, and a third room ideal for a nursery or home office, plus two full, updated bathrooms. Recent mechanical updates include a new dryer (2024), water heater (2023), and dishwasher (2024). All this is just a short walk to downtown Batavia's vibrant shops, restaurants, and scenic riverfront trail, with easy access to I-88 and top-rated Batavia schools. Move-in ready and full of charm, this home is ready to welcome you!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Engel & Voelkers Chicago License #475155715 Listed on: 07/10/2025
Last Buyer's Agent
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate License #471021146
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,598
Year Built
- Built in 1885
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 50 x 100
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Driveway
Home Design
- Farmhouse Style Home
- Stone Foundation
- Asphalt Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,429 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Family Room
- Sitting Room
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Unfinished Attic
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Carpet
- Laminate
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Patio
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 10, 2025
Closed on
Aug 6, 2025
Sold by
Garrett Robin R and Moseley Morgan J
Bought by
Scherer Daniel
Seller's Agent
Lisa Grimes
Engel & Voelkers Chicago
Buyer's Agent
Filomena Hautzinger
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
List Price
$325,000
Sold Price
$325,000
Views
148
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-14.02%
Original Mortgage
$276,250
Outstanding Balance
$276,250
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$46,304
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 30, 2022
Closed on
Nov 10, 2022
Sold by
Piotrowski Nicholas G
Bought by
Moseley Morgan J and Moseley Robin R
Seller's Agent
Laura Henrikson
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Lisa Grimes
Compass
List Price
$269,900
Sold Price
$250,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,900
-7.37%
Views
49
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.05%
Original Mortgage
$187,500
Interest Rate
7.08%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 29, 2007
Sold by
Graffagna Douglas and Graffagna Elizabeth
Bought by
Piotrowski Nicholas G and Piotrowski Cheryl L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$201,985
Interest Rate
6.33%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 7, 2006
Sold by
Johnson Donald A
Bought by
Graffagna Douglas A and Graffagna Elizabeth
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$179,680
Interest Rate
6.37%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $325,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $250,000 | Fidelity National Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $219,000 | Chicago Title Insurance Co | |
| Executors Deed | $182,500 | Chicago Title Insurance Comp |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $276,250 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $187,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $191,047 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $201,985 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $179,680 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/18/2025 08/18/25 | Sold | $325,000 | 0.0% | $227 / Sq Ft |
| 07/19/2025 07/19/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/10/2025 07/10/25 | For Sale | $325,000 | +30.0% | $227 / Sq Ft |
| 11/21/2022 11/21/22 | Sold | $250,000 | -3.8% | $175 / Sq Ft |
| 10/12/2022 10/12/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/07/2022 10/07/22 | Price Changed | $259,900 | -3.7% | $182 / Sq Ft |
| 09/30/2022 09/30/22 | Price Changed | $269,900 | 0.0% | $189 / Sq Ft |
| 09/30/2022 09/30/22 | For Sale | $269,900 | +8.0% | $189 / Sq Ft |
| 09/30/2022 09/30/22 | Off Market | $250,000 | -- | -- |
| 09/30/2022 09/30/22 | For Sale | $259,900 | 0.0% | $182 / Sq Ft |
| 11/01/2016 11/01/16 | Rented | $1,495 | 0.0% | -- |
| 10/26/2016 10/26/16 | Off Market | $1,495 | -- | -- |
| 10/17/2016 10/17/16 | Price Changed | $1,495 | -6.0% | $1 / Sq Ft |
| 10/10/2016 10/10/16 | Price Changed | $1,590 | -3.0% | $1 / Sq Ft |
| 09/26/2016 09/26/16 | Price Changed | $1,640 | -3.2% | $1 / Sq Ft |
| 09/07/2016 09/07/16 | Price Changed | $1,695 | -2.0% | $1 / Sq Ft |
| 08/10/2016 08/10/16 | For Rent | $1,730 | -- | -- |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,598 | $83,449 | $22,970 | $60,479 |
| 2023 | $7,022 | $81,838 | $20,848 | $60,990 |
| 2022 | $5,242 | $66,034 | $19,484 | $46,550 |
| 2021 | $5,020 | $62,627 | $18,479 | $44,148 |
| 2020 | $4,891 | $61,423 | $18,124 | $43,299 |
| 2019 | $4,802 | $59,248 | $17,482 | $41,766 |
| 2018 | $4,601 | $56,991 | $16,816 | $40,175 |
| 2017 | $4,481 | $55,111 | $16,261 | $38,850 |
| 2016 | $4,377 | $53,505 | $15,787 | $37,718 |
| 2015 | -- | $52,287 | $15,428 | $36,859 |
| 2014 | -- | $50,641 | $14,942 | $35,699 |
| 2013 | -- | $61,525 | $18,313 | $43,212 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Lisa Grimes
Seller's Agent in 2025
Lisa Grimes
Engel & Voelkers Chicago
(708) 205-9518
4 in this area
55 Total Sales
-
Filomena Hautzinger
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Filomena Hautzinger
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
(630) 632-5296
1 in this area
58 Total Sales
-
Laura Henrikson
Seller's Agent in 2022
Laura Henrikson
@ Properties
(630) 377-1700
5 in this area
102 Total Sales
-
Dale Tadelman
Seller's Agent in 2016
Dale Tadelman
RE/MAX
(847) 438-6200
46 Total Sales
-
Angie Russell
A
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2016
Angie Russell
Wall Street Property Group, Inc
(847) 644-8305
13 Total Sales
-
Chris Johnson
Buyer's Agent in 2016
Chris Johnson
RE/MAX
11 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12412767
APN: 12-22-155-006
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