Exceptional Highwood Residence with Charming Coach House! Discover this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home perfectly situated near the heart of downtown Highwood. Featuring new hardwood floors throughout the second level and hardwood on the main living floor, this home blends classic charm with modern comfort. The spacious eat-in kitchen offers a large pantry, while the generous dining room and inviting living room provide the perfect setting for entertaining. Enjoy the changing seasons from the delightful three-season porch overlooking the nicely sized yard. Freshly painted throughout, with a newer roof and siding, this home is truly move-in ready. The property also includes a 2-bedroom, 1-bath coach house complete with its own heating, air conditioning, and laundry-ideal for generating supplemental income, hosting extended family, or creating a private guest retreat. A convenient 1-car garage rounds out this exceptional offering. Located just moments from Highwood's renowned restaurants, bars, and festivals-and only a short distance from Lake Michigan-this is an incredible opportunity to own a versatile property in one of North Shore's most vibrant communities. Don't miss this rare gem in the heart of Highwood!
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$500,000
221 Burchell Ave, Highwood, IL 60040
3beds
2,101sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1923
7,422.62 Square Feet Lot
$592,700 Zestimate®
$238/sqft
$4,250 Estimated rent
Home value
$592,700
$539,000 - $646,000
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Nicely sized yardSpacious eat-in kitchenLarge pantryGenerous dining roomDelightful three-season porchNew hardwood floors
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Listing updated:
Listing courtesy of:
Carol DeGrazia Santi, ABR,CRS 847-433-5400,
Coldwell Banker Realty,
Brendan Santi 847-208-4509,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with:
Silvia Palacios Eyzaguirre
Northwest Real Estate Group
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12456675
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X09
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X13
Enclosed porch
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X06
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 84 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X07
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Island, Pantry-Walk-in), Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 187 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X11
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Pantry
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 40 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 08X05
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,101 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Asphalt, Off Alley, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 7,422 sqft
- Dimensions: 58X128
Details
- Additional structures: Second Residence
- Parcel number: 16152120110000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1923
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Highwood
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/31/2025 | Sold | $500,000-6.5%$238/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12456675 Report a problem | ||
| 11/5/2025 | Contingent | $535,000$255/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12456675 Report a problem | ||
| 11/1/2025 | Price change | $535,000-5.3%$255/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12456675 Report a problem | ||
| 10/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $565,000+79.4%$269/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12456675 Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/11/2019 | Listing removed | $2,300$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 4/18/2019 | Listed for rent | $2,300$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 11/22/2016 | Sold | $315,000-7.1%$150/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09327857 Report a problem | ||
| 9/14/2016 | Price change | $339,000-4.5%$161/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Suburban #09327857 Report a problem | ||
| 8/29/2016 | Listed for sale | $355,000+18.7%$169/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Suburban #09327857 Report a problem | ||
| 10/1/2002 | Sold | $299,000$142/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $10,771 +6.5% | $140,481 +6.1% |
| 2023 | $10,112 +7.7% | $132,442 +10.9% |
| 2022 | $9,388 +14.6% | $119,382 +10.7% |
| 2021 | $8,193 +2.3% | $107,832 +3.4% |
| 2020 | $8,007 +3% | $104,236 +0.5% |
| 2019 | $7,773 +11.7% | $103,749 +5.4% |
| 2018 | $6,956 -6.1% | $98,406 +0.6% |
| 2017 | $7,410 +6.3% | $97,839 +5% |
| 2016 | $6,967 +9.2% | $93,145 +7.6% |
| 2015 | $6,378 +10.7% | $86,542 +11.2% |
| 2014 | $5,760 +2.2% | $77,821 -0.6% |
| 2012 | $5,636 -16.1% | $78,275 -20.2% |
| 2011 | $6,713 -12.7% | $98,067 -22.2% |
| 2010 | $7,689 +3.3% | $126,120 -5.6% |
| 2009 | $7,444 +3% | $133,658 -1% |
| 2008 | $7,230 +15% | $135,008 +4.7% |
| 2006 | $6,286 +6.7% | $128,886 |
| 2005 | $5,891 +7.8% | -- |
| 2004 | $5,464 +5% | -- |
| 2003 | $5,205 +19.7% | -- |
| 2002 | $4,346 +11.8% | -- |
| 2001 | $3,886 -12.3% | $65,738 -7% |
| 2000 | $4,434 | $70,687 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60040
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Wayne Thomas Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 9/10Northwood Jr High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 9/10Highland Park High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Oak Terrace 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.
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Estimated market value
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- Lake County
- Highwood
- 60040
- 221 Burchell Ave
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