Charming and well-maintained Bungalow in the heart of Blue Island! Ideally located within walking distance to parks and the Metra, and just minutes from golf courses, shopping, and dining. This classic home showcases original trim, solid wood doors, and hardwood flooring under the carpet-ready to be uncovered and restored to their original beauty. The main level offers a bright, sun-filled living and dining room, a cozy sunroom perfect for relaxing, 3 comfortable bedrooms, and a full bathroom. The kitchen features Corian countertops, a walk-in pantry, and includes all appliances. The finished basement provides great additional living space with a spacious family room, a second full bathroom, a work room, and generous storage. Enjoy the outdoors in the nicely sized yard, along with a 2-car detached garage. Major updates include a new roof (2023), air conditioner (2018), and furnace (2015). A perfect blend of timeless character and modern convenience!
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$229,900
12638 Highland Ave, Blue Island, IL 60406
3beds
1,352sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1926
4,791 Square Feet Lot
$245,000 Zestimate®
$170/sqft
$2,225 Estimated rent
Home value
$245,000
$221,000 - $274,000
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Finished basementOriginal trimWalk-in pantryCozy sunroomSpacious family roomSolid wood doorsHardwood flooring
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Listed by:
Joseph Siwinski 708-479-6355,
Lincoln-Way Realty, Inc
Bought with:
Gerardo Garcia, ABR,PSA,RENE
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12350244
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Workshop, Pantry
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 104 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X8
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X11
Family room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 462 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X21
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Pantry-Walk-in, Custom Cabinetry, SolidSurfaceCounter), Flooring (Ceramic Tile), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X9
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X8
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X12
Pantry
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Other
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 325 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X13
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Unit, Sink
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Historic/Period Mlwk, Special Millwork
- Basement: Finished,Rec/Family Area,Storage Space,Full
- Attic: Pull Down Stair,Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,352 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Fencing: Partial
Lot
- Size: 4,791 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 37X129
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 24254250290000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1926
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Blue Island
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $170/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $180,000
- Annual tax amount: $1,480
- Date on market: 5/5/2025
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/12/2025 | Sold | $229,900+2.2%$170/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12350244 Report a problem | ||
| 5/7/2025 | Contingent | $224,900$166/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12350244 Report a problem | ||
| 5/5/2025 | Listed for sale | $224,900$166/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12350244 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $18,000 |
| 2023 | $1,170 -21% | $18,000 +45% |
| 2022 | $1,480 +8.9% | $12,414 |
| 2021 | $1,359 +10.4% | $12,414 |
| 2020 | $1,231 -12.1% | $12,414 -4% |
| 2019 | $1,400 +4.4% | $12,934 |
| 2018 | $1,341 +0.5% | $12,934 |
| 2017 | $1,334 -45.6% | $12,934 +23.4% |
| 2016 | $2,454 -2.2% | $10,480 |
| 2015 | $2,508 +4.1% | $10,480 |
| 2014 | $2,409 +5.3% | $10,480 +3.1% |
| 2013 | $2,288 +0% | $10,166 |
| 2012 | $2,287 -8.9% | $10,166 |
| 2011 | $2,509 -11.1% | $10,166 -34.7% |
| 2010 | $2,821 +3.2% | $15,566 |
| 2009 | $2,733 +11.9% | $15,566 -5% |
| 2008 | $2,443 -1.3% | $16,386 +18.8% |
| 2007 | $2,475 -5.2% | $13,793 |
| 2006 | $2,611 +11.5% | $13,793 |
| 2005 | $2,342 -1.7% | $13,793 +29.8% |
| 2004 | $2,384 +2.9% | $10,623 |
| 2003 | $2,317 +5.1% | $10,623 |
| 2002 | $2,206 +21.6% | $10,623 +14% |
| 2001 | $1,813 +6.8% | $9,318 |
| 2000 | $1,698 +0% | $9,318 |
| 1999 | $1,698 | $9,318 |
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Neighborhood: 60406
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10George Washington Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 4/10Veterans Memorial Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 2/10Dd Eisenhower High School (Campus)Grades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: 130
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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