Discover an incredible opportunity in the heart of downtown Highwood! This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers unbeatable location and flexibility, perfect for both investors and owner-occupants. The second floor features 3 spacious bedrooms and a full bath, providing a comfortable and functional living space, while the main level offers great potential to customize or enhance to your vision. Downstairs, you'll find a walk-out unfinished basement complete with an additional bathroom and exterior access to the yard-ideal for future expansion, storage, or added living space. This property is especially attractive for investors, as there is already a month-to-month tenant in place who would love to stay, offering immediate rental income potential. Situated just steps from vibrant downtown Highwood, enjoy easy access to restaurants, shops, Metra, and all the charm this sought-after community has to offer. Please note: many photos are virtually staged to illustrate the home's potential. Don't miss this versatile and well-located property with endless possibilities!
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$310,000
225 Burchell Ave, Highwood, IL 60040
3beds
1,428sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1933
3,711.31 Square Feet Lot
$310,100 Zestimate®
$217/sqft
$3,117 Estimated rent
Home value
$310,100
$285,000 - $338,000
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Listing updated:
Listing courtesy of:
Jim Abbott 773-697-5555,
Baird & Warner
Bought with:
Silvia Palacios Eyzaguirre
Northwest Real Estate Group
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12609450
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X9
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X8
Bonus room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 26X9
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Enclosed porch
- Level: Main
- Area: 133 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X7
Foyer
- Level: Main
- Area: 36 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X6
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Linoleum)
- Level: Main
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X12
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X12
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 228 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X12
Heating
- Steam, Baseboard
Cooling
- Small Duct High Velocity, Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Unit, Sink
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished,Exterior Entry,Bath/Stubbed,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,142
- Total interior livable area: 1,428 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 7
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Owned, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 3,711 sqft
- Dimensions: 29x128
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s)
- Parcel number: 16152120090000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1933
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Highwood
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/7/2026 | Sold | $310,000-17.3%$217/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12609450 Report a problem | ||
| 6/10/2026 | Contingent | $375,000$263/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12609450 Report a problem | ||
| 5/6/2026 | Price change | $375,000-1.8%$263/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12609450 Report a problem | ||
| 4/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $382,000$268/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12609450 Report a problem | ||
| 4/16/2026 | Contingent | $382,000$268/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12609450 Report a problem | ||
| 4/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $382,000-3.3%$268/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12609450 Report a problem | ||
| 3/30/2026 | Listing removed | $395,000$277/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12564895 Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2026 | Price change | $395,000-1.3%$277/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12564895 Report a problem | ||
| 3/1/2026 | Price change | $400,000-5.9%$280/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12564895 Report a problem | ||
| 2/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $425,000$298/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12564895 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7,669 +6.5% | $100,052 +6.1% |
| 2023 | $7,200 +23.5% | $94,326 +10.9% |
| 2022 | $5,829 +7.8% | $85,024 +27% |
| 2021 | $5,405 +2.5% | $66,964 +3.4% |
| 2020 | $5,275 +3.1% | $64,731 +0.5% |
| 2019 | $5,117 +0.2% | $64,428 -5.1% |
| 2018 | $5,109 | $67,875 +0.6% |
| 2017 | $5,109 +6.3% | $67,484 +5% |
| 2016 | $4,806 +7.8% | $64,246 +7.6% |
| 2015 | $4,457 +2.2% | $59,690 +9.7% |
| 2014 | $4,360 +14.6% | $54,390 -0.6% |
| 2012 | $3,804 -18.2% | $54,707 -21.6% |
| 2011 | $4,652 -11.3% | $69,749 -20.6% |
| 2010 | $5,243 +3.2% | $87,871 -5.6% |
| 2009 | $5,080 +2.7% | $93,123 -1% |
| 2008 | $4,945 +19.6% | $94,064 +4.7% |
| 2006 | $4,135 +7% | $89,799 |
| 2005 | $3,865 +1.2% | -- |
| 2004 | $3,819 +4.4% | -- |
| 2003 | $3,657 +19.4% | -- |
| 2002 | $3,063 +1.7% | -- |
| 2001 | $3,012 -3.6% | $50,207 +1.5% |
| 2000 | $3,126 | $49,469 |
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: Wayne Thomas 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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- Lake County
- Highwood
- 60040
- 225 Burchell Ave
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