Seller's Agent in 2026
Peter Fotopoulos
Baird & Warner
(773) 934-8898
3 in this area
42 Total Sales
5309 Crain St Skokie, IL 60077
Southwest Skokie Neighborhood
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,950
Sq Ft
1946
Built
Highlights
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
- Tudor Architecture
- Madison Elementary School Rated A-
- Main Floor Bedroom
- 3-minute walk to Lockwood Park
About This Home
As of March 2026This is not your typical house flip; it's a luxurious fully renovated Tudor-style home situated on a double lot. The house features 4 bedrooms and 3.1 baths, with professionally designed interiors throughout. Inside, you will find white oak floors and a spacious, flowing floor plan. The sunny living room boasts a porcelain fireplace and leads to a European-style kitchen, which includes a stunning quartz island, a stylish backsplash, and all brand-new Bosch appliances with a hood. The kitchen opens to a roomy dining area, adjacent to a sunroom perfect for relaxation. Each custom bathroom has its own unique flair and character, featuring designer fixtures from Kohler, Grohe, and Artos. The fully finished basement opens to a large recreation and family room complete with a wet bar, making it ideal for entertaining. Additionally, the basement has an extra room that can be used as a children's play area, office, den, or possibly converted into a 5th bedroom. The professionally landscaped exterior includes a spacious outdoor deck off the kitchen and dining room for enjoyable outdoor living. There's also a beautifully designed brick patio and a massive yard on its own lot, perfect for entertaining, adding a fire pit, or even a pool. The home features a 1-car attached garage with a new mudroom, as well as a large detached 2-car garage equipped with an electric car charger. In total, this property offers 3 garage spaces, along with driveway parking. It is conveniently located near amazing schools, shopping options, and a nearby park with tennis and basketball courts. A quick drive will take you to the 94 expressway, providing easy access to downtown Chicago and all transportation needs. You'll also be close to great shopping, 10 minute drive to Old Orchard Mall, restaurants, and forest preserves with trails for active sporty lifestyle, just a 15-minute drive from Lake Michigan.Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity-make this your new home!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Baird & Warner License #471010854 Listed on: 10/14/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $12,414
Year Built
- Built in 1946 | Remodeled in 2025
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 60x125
- Fenced
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
- Irregular Lot
- Additional Parcels
Parking
- 3 Car Detached Garage
- Electric Vehicle Home Charger
- Parking Available
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Off Alley Parking
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Tudor Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Asphalt Roof
- Stone Siding
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 2,950 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Decorative Fireplace
- Window Screens
- Mud Room
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Workshop
- Sun or Florida Room
- Utility Room with Study Area
- Laundry Room
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Range with Range Hood
- Microwave
- High End Refrigerator
- Bosch Dishwasher
- Dishwasher
- Wine Refrigerator
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Dual Sinks
- Soaking Tub
- Separate Shower
Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Sump Pump
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire Sprinkler System
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Screened Patio
Utilities
- Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
- Humidifier
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 200+ Amp Service
- Lake Michigan Water
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 14, 2025
Closed on
Feb 21, 2026
Sold by
Miroslaw Hakalo
Bought by
Weinstein Scott
Seller's Agent
Peter Fotopoulos
Baird & Warner
Buyer's Agent
Cynthia Howe Gajewski
Beyond Properties Realty Group
List Price
$899,000
Sold Price
$810,800
Premium/Discount to List
-$88,200
-9.81%
Views
181
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-98.20%
Original Mortgage
$648,640
Outstanding Balance
$648,640
Interest Rate
5.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
-$60,765
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 25, 2016
Sold by
Hakalo Miroslaw
Bought by
Hakalo Mitoslaw and Hakalo Tomasz
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 3, 2015
Closed on
Apr 13, 2015
Sold by
Bayview Loan Servicing Llc
Bought by
Hakalo Miroslaw
Seller's Agent
Sarah Han
Baird & Warner
Buyer's Agent
Miroslaw Hakalo
Urban Domain
List Price
$349,900
Sold Price
$301,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$48,900
-13.98%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.29%
Original Mortgage
$285,950
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 18, 2008
Sold by
Fornander Arlene and Fornander Eric
Bought by
Fornander Arlene and Fornander Eric
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$392,551
Interest Rate
6.05%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 19, 2003
Sold by
Sternquist Florence and Sternquist Ruth Florence
Bought by
Fornander Arlene and Sternquist Florence
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 26, 1994
Sold by
Sternquist Ruth Florence
Bought by
Sternquist Ruth Florence and Antonsson Ivar
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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 | $811,000 | Saturn Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Attorney | |
| Special Warranty Deed | $301,000 | Cti | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Republic Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Imperial Land Title Inc | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $648,640 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $285,950 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $392,551 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/02/2026 03/02/26 | Sold | $810,800 | +1.5% | $275 / Sq Ft | |
| 01/21/2026 01/21/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 12/08/2025 12/08/25 | Price Changed | $799,000 | -3.6% | $271 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/10/2025 11/10/25 | Price Changed | $829,000 | -2.4% | $281 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/21/2025 10/21/25 | Price Changed | $849,000 | -5.6% | $288 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/14/2025 10/14/25 | For Sale | $899,000 | +198.7% | $305 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/14/2015 04/14/15 | Sold | $301,000 | -5.9% | $182 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 03/13/2015 03/13/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/27/2015 02/27/15 | Price Changed | $319,900 | -8.6% | $193 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/03/2015 02/03/15 | For Sale | $349,900 | -- | $212 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,206 | $43,250 | $5,766 | $37,484 |
| 2024 | $6,206 | $21,558 | $4,836 | $16,722 |
| 2023 | $6,187 | $21,558 | $4,836 | $16,722 |
| 2022 | $6,187 | $21,558 | $4,836 | $16,722 |
| 2021 | $5,014 | $15,510 | $2,976 | $12,534 |
| 2020 | $5,020 | $15,510 | $2,976 | $12,534 |
| 2019 | $5,051 | $17,428 | $2,976 | $14,452 |
| 2018 | $5,799 | $17,916 | $2,697 | $15,219 |
| 2017 | $5,836 | $17,916 | $2,697 | $15,219 |
| 2016 | $6,071 | $17,916 | $2,697 | $15,219 |
| 2015 | $5,532 | $15,493 | $2,325 | $13,168 |
| 2014 | $5,408 | $15,493 | $2,325 | $13,168 |
| 2013 | -- | $15,493 | $2,325 | $13,168 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Peter Fotopoulos
-
Cynthia Howe Gajewski
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Cynthia Howe Gajewski
Beyond Properties Realty Group
(312) 933-8440
1 in this area
224 Total Sales
-
Sarah Han
Seller's Agent in 2015
Sarah Han
Baird Warner
1 in this area
65 Total Sales
-
M
Buyer's Agent in 2015
Miroslaw Hakalo
Urban Domain
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12495383
APN: 10-21-111-018-0000
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