Don't miss out on the opportunity to own this lovely 3BR/1.1BA Dutch colonial home, located in the highly sought-after area of Highwood. Loaded with charm, this residence has been tastefully updated, particularly in the kitchen (2021), which has been thoughtfully designed to maximize storage and functionality. The living room exudes warmth and character with its beautiful wood flooring, inviting fireplace, and wall of windows that flood the space with natural light. The adjacent dining room seamlessly connects to the living room, creating an ideal setting for hosting gatherings and entertaining guests. A versatile family room at the rear of the home provides additional living space, allowing for lots of potential uses. Upstairs, three bedrooms offer comfortable accommodations, complemented by a shared bathroom with vintage vanity and large storage closet. The basement offers ample storage options, along with the laundry area. Outside, the meticulously landscaped yard boasts fruit trees, gardens and a patio providing a tranquil retreat. This home has been meticulously maintained, with recent updates including a new roof (2023), new garage (2023), new air conditioning (2021), boiler (2018), lateral copper pipes (2021), driveway (2023), fencing (2018), and washer (2022)/dryer (2019). Its prime location places it in close proximity to the town center, train station, schools, and the vibrant Highwood business district, which hosts a multitude of festivals and events throughout the year. Don't let this exceptional opportunity pass you by. Discover the timeless appeal and undeniable charm of this Dutch colonial gem in Highwood.
Closed
$500,000
102 S Central Ave, Highwood, IL 60040
3beds
1,530sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1929
9,147 Square Feet Lot
$567,900 Zestimate®
$327/sqft
$3,701 Estimated rent
Home value
$567,900
$540,000 - $596,000
$3,701/mo
Zestimate® history
Owner options
List your home for rent
$3,701/mo
Rent Zestimate®
Find your next renter with Zillow Rental Manager. Plus, with online applications, you can quickly screen prospective tenants – for free.
$3,701/mo
Rent Zestimate®
Refinance and save
$3,805/mo
Est. payment
Refinancing to a lower rate could help reduce your monthly payments and save thousands over the life of the loan.
$3,805/mo
Est. payment
Explore your selling options
Work with a Zillow partner agent
Leverage their expertise and Zillow's premium Showcase listings to get your home seen by more buyers.
Get startedList with your own agent
Get your home in front of millions of buyers by listing it on Zillow.
Learn how to do itSell it yourself
Take full control of how buyers see your home on Zillow by listing For Sale by Owner (FSBO).
List your homeWhat's special
Dutch colonial gemShared bathroomFruit treesNew garageTrain stationWall of windowsVersatile family room
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Beth Alberts, SFR 847-379-5898,
Compass
Bought with:
Jeannine Viti, E-PRO
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12052737
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: No additional rooms
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X15
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X13
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 18 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 3X6
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X18
Heating
- Natural Gas, Radiator(s)
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Humidifier
Features
- Built-in Features, Separate Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 958
- Total interior livable area: 1,530 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Fencing: Fenced,Wood
Lot
- Size: 9,147 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 67 X 140
- Features: Garden
Details
- Parcel number: 16154190660000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Shake Siding
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1929
- Major remodel year: 2021
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Sidewalks
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Highwood
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $327/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $368,590
- Annual tax amount: $9,382
- Date on market: 5/15/2024
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/31/2024 | Sold | $500,000+11.1%$327/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12052737 Report a problem | ||
| 5/17/2024 | Contingent | $450,000$294/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12052737 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2024 | Listed for sale | $450,000+66.7%$294/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12052737 Report a problem | ||
| 9/28/2018 | Sold | $270,000-3.2%$176/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09988821 Report a problem | ||
| 8/29/2018 | Pending sale | $279,000$182/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Highland Park #09988821 Report a problem | ||
| 7/17/2018 | Price change | $279,000-6.7%$182/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Highland Park #09988821 Report a problem | ||
| 6/18/2018 | Listed for sale | $299,000-8%$195/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential #09988821 Report a problem | ||
| 11/20/2003 | Sold | $325,000+85.7%$212/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/24/1999 | Sold | $175,000$114/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $9,994 +6.5% | $130,777 +6.5% |
| 2023 | $9,387 +16% | $122,851 +10.9% |
| 2022 | $8,093 +7.9% | $110,736 +19.2% |
| 2021 | $7,500 +2.4% | $92,922 +3.5% |
| 2020 | $7,324 +3.1% | $89,823 +0.5% |
| 2019 | $7,106 +15.8% | $89,403 +9.7% |
| 2018 | $6,139 | $81,484 +0.6% |
| 2017 | $6,139 +6.4% | $81,014 +5% |
| 2016 | $5,769 +22.2% | $77,127 -5.5% |
| 2015 | $4,719 +2.2% | $81,634 +41.8% |
| 2014 | $4,616 +2.5% | $57,588 -0.6% |
| 2012 | $4,503 +3.1% | $57,924 -36.3% |
| 2011 | $4,367 -34.7% | $90,872 -13.2% |
| 2010 | $6,691 +3.5% | $104,640 -5.6% |
| 2009 | $6,466 +3.4% | $110,894 -9.8% |
| 2008 | $6,254 +7.4% | $122,913 +4.8% |
| 2006 | $5,823 +6.2% | $117,339 |
| 2005 | $5,481 +7.4% | -- |
| 2004 | $5,101 +6.3% | -- |
| 2003 | $4,798 +12.6% | -- |
| 2002 | $4,262 +1.6% | -- |
| 2001 | $4,193 +7.9% | $64,983 +13.8% |
| 2000 | $3,885 | $57,105 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60040
Nearby homes
- $650,0004 bd2 ba2.2k sqft52 S Central Ave, Highwood, IL 60040For Sale
- $606-- bd-- ba-- sqftN Central Ave, Highwood, IL 60040Off Market
- $642,9071 bd1 ba1.1k sqft106 S Central Ave, Highwood, IL 60040Off Market
- $--1 bd1 ba600 sqft106 S Central Ave #2, Highwood, IL 60040Off Market
- $631,200-- bd2 ba3k sqft46 S Central Ave, Highwood, IL 60040Off Market
- $542,0313 bd1 ba920 sqft250 Sard Pl, Highwood, IL 60040Off Market
- $--2 bd1 ba920 sqft250 Sard Pl APT 2, Highwood, IL 60040Off Market
- $--3 bd1 ba920 sqft250 Sard Pl APT 1, Highwood, IL 60040Off Market
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Wayne Thomas Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 9/10Northwood Jr High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 9/10Highland Park High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Wayne Thomas Elementary School
- Middle: Northwood Junior High School
- High: Highland Park High School
- District: 112
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
Get a cash offer in 3 minutes
Find out how much your home could sell for in as little as 3 minutes with a no-obligation cash offer.
Estimated market value
$567,900
Get a cash offer in 3 minutes
Find out how much your home could sell for in as little as 3 minutes with a no-obligation cash offer.
Estimated market value
$567,900
- Illinois
- Lake County
- Highwood
- 60040
- 102 S Central Ave
Nearby cities
Nearby zip codes
Other Highwood Topics
