Welcome to 237 W Austin Ave in Libertyville, where charm, updates, and an unbeatable in-town location come together. Located blocks from downtown Libertyville, parks, shopping, dining, and the Metra, this home also offers convenient walking access to local schools. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home features a first-floor primary bedroom, providing flexible living options. An inviting front porch welcomes you, while the spacious patio creates the perfect spot for outdoor entertaining and relaxing. Inside, you'll find wood floors, exposed brick accents, and an updated kitchen with quartz countertops, updated cabinetry, and stainless steel appliances. Both bathrooms have been updated, including the main-level bath, renovated within the last year with shiplap detail and a walk-in shower. Storage is exceptional for a home this size, with walk-in closets in each bedroom, a large cedar closet at the top of the stairs, and a full basement offering additional storage or future finishing potential. The property also includes a 2.5-car garage, storage shed, and attic space above the garage with its own electrical panel, offering potential for a home office, studio, or hobby space. A move-in-ready home with character, updates, and easy access to everything Libertyville has to offer.
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$500,000
237 W Austin Ave, Libertyville, IL 60048
3beds
1,375sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1915
7,579.44 Square Feet Lot
$502,700 Zestimate®
$364/sqft
$4,357 Estimated rent
Home value
$502,700
$457,000 - $553,000
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First-floor primary bedroomExposed brick accentsWood floorsSpacious patioUpdated kitchenInviting front porchQuartz countertops
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Listing courtesy of:
David Wilkerson (847)774-5743,
eXp Realty
Bought with:
Heather Fowler
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12589587
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 153 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X9
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 56 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X7
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Pantry-Closet, SolidSurfaceCounter, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 560 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X28
Heating
- Baseboard
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Historic/Period Mlwk, Open Floorplan
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Attic: Pull Down Stair
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,375 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2.5
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2.5
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 7,579 sqft
- Dimensions: 50X150
- Features: Landscaped, Mature Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 11213030030000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cedar, Stone
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1915
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Libertyville
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/27/2026 | Sold | $500,000$364/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12589587 Report a problem | ||
| 3/25/2026 | Contingent | $500,000$364/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12589587 Report a problem | ||
| 3/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $500,000+12.4%$364/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12589587 Report a problem | ||
| 4/6/2023 | Sold | $445,000+2.3%$324/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/20/2023 | Pending sale | $434,900$316/sqft |
Source:  Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago Report a problem | ||
| 2/20/2023 | Contingent | $434,900$316/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11719184 Report a problem | ||
| 2/15/2023 | Listed for sale | $434,900-3.4%$316/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11719184 Report a problem | ||
| 10/25/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago Report a problem | ||
| 8/29/2022 | Price change | $450,000-5.3%$327/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11616412 Report a problem | ||
| 8/18/2022 | Listed for sale | $475,000$345/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11488710 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7,912 +4.5% | $125,919 +13.9% |
| 2023 | $7,568 +25.4% | $110,559 +8.4% |
| 2022 | $6,037 +4% | $101,973 +25.1% |
| 2021 | $5,807 -6.1% | $81,485 -5.4% |
| 2020 | $6,182 +2.5% | $86,144 +1% |
| 2019 | $6,030 +6.1% | $85,325 +1% |
| 2018 | $5,680 | $84,521 +3.3% |
| 2017 | $5,680 +4.9% | $81,853 +5.5% |
| 2016 | $5,414 +8.9% | $77,607 +7% |
| 2015 | $4,971 -2.8% | $72,537 +8.5% |
| 2014 | $5,116 +0.9% | $66,881 -1.9% |
| 2012 | $5,070 -6.9% | $68,144 -18.4% |
| 2011 | $5,447 -6% | $83,504 -10.1% |
| 2010 | $5,793 +3.4% | $92,855 -4.6% |
| 2009 | $5,602 +9% | $97,368 +8.3% |
| 2008 | $5,138 +11.5% | $89,889 +3.5% |
| 2006 | $4,608 +7.2% | $86,816 |
| 2005 | $4,300 +16.4% | -- |
| 2004 | $3,695 -3.4% | -- |
| 2003 | $3,825 +17% | -- |
| 2002 | $3,269 +6.1% | -- |
| 2001 | $3,080 +19.1% | $45,873 +17.5% |
| 2000 | $2,585 | $39,053 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60048
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Rockland Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 7/10Highland Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 9/10Libertyville High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Rockland Elementary School
- Middle: Highland Middle School
- High: Libertyville High School
- District: 70
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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