This exceptional Highland Park residence offers nearly 5,300 square feet of impeccably designed living space, including a beautifully finished lower level, on an expansive lot just shy of an acre. Featuring 6 bedrooms and 4.5 baths across three finished levels, the home blends timeless elegance with modern sophistication. Sun-drenched interiors showcase wide-plank hardwood flooring, designer finishes, and seamless living and entertaining spaces. The chef's kitchen is outfitted with premium Bosch and Fisher & Paykel appliances, custom cabinetry, Taj Mahal quartzite countertops, and an expansive built-out pantry, flowing effortlessly into gracious gathering areas. A rare and highly desirable feature, the home offers two luxurious primary suites-one on the main level and one on the second floor-providing incredible flexibility for multigenerational living or the convenience of ranch-style living with a first-floor primary retreat. Designed for both everyday comfort and entertaining, the home also features a beautiful sunroom overlooking the backyard and an impressive 600-square-foot deck, creating the perfect setting for indoor-outdoor living and large-scale gatherings. Generously sized secondary bedrooms, spa-inspired baths, and a cozy lower level complete the home. With nearly every element thoughtfully updated-including the roof, windows, deck, balcony, mechanicals, landscaping, and more-this residence offers the feel of new construction in an exceptional Highland Park location within the sought-after Sherwood, Edgewood, and Highland Park High School districts.
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$2,000,000
1848 Balsam Rd, Highland Park, IL 60035
6beds
5,300sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1942
0.81 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$377/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Designer finishesBeautifully finished lower levelGenerously sized secondary bedroomsSun-drenched interiorsExpansive built-out pantryWide-plank hardwood flooringSpa-inspired baths
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Melissa Siegal 312-515-8007,
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Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12678248
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Balcony/Porch/Lanai, Sun Room, Utility Room-Lower Level
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 420 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X21
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X18
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X13
Bedroom 5
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Bedroom 6
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Balcony porch lanai
- Level: Main
- Area: 696 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 29X24
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 266 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X14
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 375 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X15
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Island, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 320 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X16
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X16
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 725 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 29X25
Sun room
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X14
Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 117 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X13
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood
- Laundry: Main Level, In Unit
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Attic: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Electric, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,755
- Total interior livable area: 5,300 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 616
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Balcony
Lot
- Size: 0.81 Acres
- Dimensions: 121X298X121X298
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 16344060110000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Fiber Cement
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1942
- Major remodel year: 2026
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Highland Park
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $377/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $920,624
- Annual tax amount: $29,499
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/2/2025 | Sold | $799,000+0.5%$151/sqft |
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| 5/19/2025 | Pending sale | $795,000$150/sqft |
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| 5/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $795,000+46.1%$150/sqft |
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| 5/20/2024 | Sold | $544,000-22.3%$103/sqft |
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| 2/9/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/3/2022 | Listing removed | $700,000$132/sqft |
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| 8/27/2022 | Contingent | $700,000$132/sqft |
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| 7/21/2022 | Listed for sale | $700,000+98.1%$132/sqft |
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| 8/7/1997 | Sold | $353,333$67/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $26,258 +8.9% | $181,315 -40.9% |
| 2022 | $24,107 +8.5% | $306,844 +12.3% |
| 2021 | $22,224 +3.3% | $273,335 +3.5% |
| 2020 | $21,508 +3.5% | $264,219 +0.5% |
| 2019 | $20,784 -10.6% | $262,983 -16.7% |
| 2018 | $23,252 | $315,596 +0.6% |
| 2017 | $23,252 +7.1% | $313,776 +5% |
| 2016 | $21,710 +26.3% | $298,721 +0.9% |
| 2015 | $17,187 +1.6% | $295,919 +39.3% |
| 2014 | $16,910 +2.8% | $212,501 -0.6% |
| 2012 | $16,447 +2.3% | $213,740 -3.5% |
| 2011 | $16,079 -7.6% | $221,378 -18.2% |
| 2010 | $17,395 +2.6% | $270,519 -5.6% |
| 2009 | $16,948 +2.9% | $286,689 -1% |
| 2008 | $16,463 +25.1% | $289,584 +4.7% |
| 2006 | $13,158 +5.4% | $276,453 |
| 2005 | $12,486 -4.4% | -- |
| 2004 | $13,059 +5.7% | -- |
| 2003 | $12,356 +4.3% | -- |
| 2002 | $11,851 +1.6% | -- |
| 2001 | $11,668 -20.6% | $172,589 -15.5% |
| 2000 | $14,704 | $204,134 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 60035
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Sherwood Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 9/10Edgewood Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 9/10Highland Park High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Sherwood Elementary School
- Middle: Edgewood Middle School
- High: Highland Park High School
- District: 112
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- 1848 Balsam Rd
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