Set on a .77 acre lot, this classic 1929-built residence offers endless potential in one of East Highland Park's most desirable neighborhoods. The home exudes curb appeal with its stately facade and mature landscaping. Inside, you'll find approximately 2800 square feet of well-proportioned living space. The first floor features a living room with fireplace, a formal dining room, and a cozy family room. The eat-in kitchen offers a footprint that can be reimagined for today's lifestyle complete with an enclosed porch. A quaint home office rounds out the first floor. The upstairs features four bedrooms and two full bathrooms. The basement includes a finished recreation area, laundry room, ample storage, and a painter's studio, offering creative space or potential for further development. Recent updates include newer windows and a freshly painted exterior. The oversized property offers exceptional outdoor space with endless possibilities to enjoy, expand, or create your dream backyard. A detached 2-car garage and prime location near town, train, parks, and the lake complete the package.
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$1,445,000
1170 Linden Ave, Highland Park, IL 60035
4beds
2,790sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1929
0.77 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$518/sqft
$5,550 Estimated rent
Home value
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Mature landscapingCozy family roomFreshly painted exteriorQuaint home officeStately facadeAmple storageLaundry room
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Carol Strauss, GRI 847-374-0200,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate,
Diana Marcus,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with:
Axel Cohen
Compass
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12655837
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Office, Eating Area, Mud Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 308 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 28X11
Eating area
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X9
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 280 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X14
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X8
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X10
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 260 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X13
Mud room
- Level: Main
- Area: 63 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X7
Office
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X8
Heating
- Radiator(s)
Cooling
- Central Air, Small Duct High Velocity
Features
- Basement: Finished,Exterior Entry,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,382
- Total interior livable area: 2,790 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
Lot
- Size: 0.77 Acres
- Dimensions: 119x318x80x172
Details
- Parcel number: 16253020120000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Roof: Shake
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1929
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Highland Park
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $518/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $998,461
- Annual tax amount: $28,124
- Date on market: 5/23/2026
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/24/2026 | Sold | $1,445,000+12%$518/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12655837 Report a problem | ||
| 6/17/2026 | Pending sale | $1,290,000$462/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12655837 Report a problem | ||
| 5/27/2026 | Contingent | $1,290,000$462/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12655837 Report a problem | ||
| 5/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,290,000$462/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12655837 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $26,655 +7% | $352,987 +6.1% |
| 2023 | $24,911 +2.5% | $332,787 +10.9% |
| 2022 | $24,304 +8.5% | $299,970 +6.8% |
| 2021 | $22,392 +3.3% | $280,885 +3.5% |
| 2020 | $21,667 +3.5% | $271,517 +0.5% |
| 2019 | $20,940 -9% | $270,247 -15% |
| 2018 | $23,005 | $317,771 +0.6% |
| 2017 | $23,005 +7.2% | $315,938 +5% |
| 2016 | $21,463 +8.1% | $300,778 +7.6% |
| 2015 | $19,854 +1.6% | $279,455 +12% |
| 2014 | $19,536 +2.3% | $249,549 -0.6% |
| 2012 | $19,090 +0.7% | $251,005 -22.1% |
| 2011 | $18,958 +4% | $322,204 -2.4% |
| 2010 | $18,236 -12.2% | $330,227 -18% |
| 2009 | $20,769 -10.6% | $402,530 -1% |
| 2008 | $23,244 +4.6% | $406,596 -5.2% |
| 2006 | $22,222 +5.5% | $428,790 |
| 2005 | $21,054 +3.7% | -- |
| 2004 | $20,303 -2% | -- |
| 2003 | $20,707 +3.8% | -- |
| 2002 | $19,944 +0.5% | -- |
| 2001 | $19,843 +42.6% | $291,378 +50.5% |
| 2000 | $13,920 | $193,612 |
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Neighborhood: 60035
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Ravinia Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.5 mi
- 9/10Edgewood Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 9/10Highland Park High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Ravinia Elementary School
- Middle: Edgewood Middle 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.
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