Nestled on a picturesque cul-de-sac in Swainwood, 1229 Alvin Court combines timeless charm with exceptional living space. This beautifully maintained home offers 5 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, thoughtfully designed for comfortable family living and effortless entertaining on a 1/3 of an acre. A welcoming center-entry foyer introduces the home's classic character. The spacious living room features hardwood floors, plantation shutters, a fireplace, custom built-ins, and a dry bar. The formal dining room is equally inviting with hardwood floors, corner built-ins, and a custom chandelier. The light and airy kitchen offers hardwood floors, custom cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a sunny eat-in table area. The warm and inviting family room showcases knotty pine paneling and built-ins, while a charming sun porch provides the perfect spot to relax and enjoy views of the backyard. Upstairs, the primary suite features hardwood floors, a newer bath, a walk-in closet, and beautiful treetop views. The second bedroom includes a private ensuite bath and walk-in closet, while three additional spacious bedrooms share a beautifully updated hall bath. The fully finished basement adds valuable recreation and entertaining space with extensive counter space for hosting family and friends. Storage is plentiful, including an attic with convenient pull-down stairs and ample storage space in the basement. Ideally located within walking distance to parks, pool, shopping, restaurants, train and library, the home provides easy access to everything Glenview has to offer, 1229 Alvin Court is a wonderful place to call home. District 34 and 225.
Contingent
$1,875,000
1229 Alvin Ct, Glenview, IL 60025
5beds
--sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1942
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$-- Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Fully finished basementNewer bathBeautiful treetop viewsPrimary suiteCorner built-insDry barWelcoming center-entry foyer
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Listed by:
Kathleen Doron 847-724-5800,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12701443
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 5, Screened Porch, Foyer, Recreation Room, Storage
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 285 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X19
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X16
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X15
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 117 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X13
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Plantation Shutters)
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X15
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X15
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X16
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X20
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X18
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Plantation Shutters)
- Level: Main
- Area: 345 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X23
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 952 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 28X34
Screened porch
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X13
Storage
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 133 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X19
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator
Features
- Dry Bar, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Attic: Full,Pull Down Stair
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Starter, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Screened
Lot
- Dimensions: 114x113x92x98x22
- Features: Corner Lot, Cul-De-Sac, Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 04342040470000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sprinkler-Lawn
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone, Other
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1942
Details
- Builder model: Colonial
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Swainwood
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Glenview
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $909,460
- Annual tax amount: $20,000
- Date on market: 7/21/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history is unavailable.
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $19,526 +3.8% | $90,946 +0% |
| 2023 | $18,809 +3.1% | $90,945 |
| 2022 | $18,238 +3.7% | $90,945 +18.7% |
| 2021 | $17,584 +0.6% | $76,644 |
| 2020 | $17,477 +3.7% | $76,644 -9% |
| 2019 | $16,852 +3.7% | $84,225 +13.7% |
| 2018 | $16,248 +2.7% | $74,080 |
| 2017 | $15,828 +4.5% | $74,080 |
| 2016 | $15,142 +6.3% | $74,080 +18.7% |
| 2015 | $14,238 +1.8% | $62,414 |
| 2014 | $13,990 +3.2% | $62,414 |
| 2013 | $13,550 -5.1% | $62,414 -12.3% |
| 2012 | $14,281 +4% | $71,153 |
| 2011 | $13,729 +1.9% | $71,153 |
| 2010 | $13,477 +1.7% | $71,153 -12.9% |
| 2009 | $13,255 +8.5% | $81,734 -7% |
| 2008 | $12,213 +6.7% | $87,885 |
| 2007 | $11,441 +8.8% | $87,885 +36.4% |
| 2006 | $10,514 +9.8% | $64,440 -1.4% |
| 2005 | $9,580 +3.1% | $65,388 |
| 2004 | $9,288 +15.9% | $65,388 +34% |
| 2003 | $8,011 +1.1% | $48,784 |
| 2002 | $7,922 +9.3% | $48,784 |
| 2001 | $7,250 +3% | $48,784 +16.4% |
| 2000 | $7,036 +0.6% | $41,905 |
| 1999 | $6,997 | $41,905 |
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Neighborhood: 60025
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lyon Elementary School
- Middle: Springman Middle School
- High: Glenbrook South High School
- District: 34
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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