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  • $1,447,000

    239 N Highland Ave, Elmhurst, IL 60126

    5beds
    5,500sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 2007
    8,319 Square Feet Lot
    $1,439,900 Zestimate®
    $263/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Beautiful gas fireplaceBeautifully landscaped groundsFully finished lower levelProfessional landscapingSoaring ceilingsSunken hot tubLarge center island
    ***MULTIPLE OFFERS RECEIVED. HIGHEST & BEST OFFERS DUE SUNDAY, JULY 5, BY 6:00 PM.***Experience luxury living in one of Elmhurst's most coveted in-town locations. Just a short walk to vibrant downtown Elmhurst, the Metra station, the Prairie Path, parks, restaurants, coffee shops, boutiques, and highly acclaimed York High School, this exceptional custom brick and stone estate offers the perfect blend of timeless elegance, modern luxury, and everyday convenience. Boasting approximately 5,500 square feet of beautifully finished living space, this impressive residence features 5 spacious bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, and a heated 3-car garage with an epoxy floor, three separate overhead doors, and a professionally installed 8,500-pound two-post vehicle lift-a dream for automotive enthusiasts or those seeking additional storage. Exceptional curb appeal begins with the stately brick and stone exterior, professional landscaping, and a welcoming front entrance. Inside, you'll be captivated by soaring ceilings, rich hand-scraped hardwood floors, exquisite custom millwork, oversized hallways, and generously proportioned rooms designed for both elegant entertaining and comfortable everyday living. The gourmet chef's kitchen is the centerpiece of the home, featuring granite countertops, premium stainless steel appliances, a large center island, and abundant custom cabinetry. It flows seamlessly into the spacious family room, highlighted by a beautiful gas fireplace. The flexible main-level floor plan also includes a private office and a full bath, making it ideal for guests or multi-generational living. Upstairs, you'll find four generously sized bedrooms, including a luxurious primary suite with a spa-inspired bathroom designed for ultimate relaxation. The fully finished lower level is an entertainer's dream, featuring an expansive recreation room with a custom stone bar, pool table, projector theater, dedicated home gym, additional fireplace, creative flex space, and abundant storage-creating the perfect setting for hosting family and friends. Step outside to your private backyard oasis featuring an expansive composite deck with a gazebo, a sunken hot tub, and beautifully landscaped grounds-perfect for relaxing or entertaining outdoors. Additional premium features include a whole-house Generac Guardian 22KW backup generator, providing peace of mind and uninterrupted comfort year-round. This home is more than just a place to live-it's a lifestyle. Recent improvements include a beautifully remodeled kitchen and two bathrooms (2026), newly refinished hardwood floors, a new washer (2026), a composite deck with gazebo (2025), a new dishwasher (2025), two Chamberlain ultra-quiet wall-mounted garage door openers (2026), a new living room gas fireplace (2026), and a built-in sound system with speakers throughout the interior and outdoor entertaining areas, delivering exceptional comfort, convenience, and modern luxury. Located within the highly sought-after Elmhurst District 205, including Hawthorne Elementary School, and situated on one of Elmhurst's friendliest streets-known for its neighborhood gatherings and annual summer block parties-this extraordinary residence offers a rare opportunity to enjoy exceptional craftsmanship, generous living space, and an unbeatable walkable lifestyle. A truly remarkable home that defines luxury living in the heart of Elmhurst.
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    Listed by:

    Gerard Scheffler, GRI,SFR 773-909-3346,

    Home Gallery Realty Corp.

    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12689172MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 5
      • Bathrooms: 5
      • Full bathrooms: 5
      Rooms
      • Room types: Bedroom 5, Bonus Room, Office, Game Room, Exercise Room, Theatre Room, Storage, Workshop
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Full)
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 340 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 20X17
      Bedroom 2
      • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 240 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 16X15
      Bedroom 3
      • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 182 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 14X13
      Bedroom 4
      • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 182 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 14X13
      Bedroom 5
      • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
      • Level: Basement
      • Area: 154 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 14X11
      Bar entertainment
      • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
      • Level: Basement
      • Area: 120 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12X10
      Bonus room
      • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 198 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 11X18
      Dining room
      • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 182 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 14X13
      Exercise room
      • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
      • Level: Basement
      • Area: 154 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 11X14
      Family room
      • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 330 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 22X15
      Game room
      • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
      • Level: Basement
      • Area: 420 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 28X15
      Kitchen
      • Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Island, Pantry-Butler, Pantry-Walk-in, Custom Cabinetry, Granite Counters), Flooring (Hardwood)
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 330 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 22X15
      Laundry
      • Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 88 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 11X8
      Living room
      • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 272 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 16X17
      Office
      • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 132 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 11X12
      Storage
      • Level: Basement
      • Area: 88 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 8X11
      Other
      • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
      • Level: Basement
      • Area: 234 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 13X18
      Other
      • Level: Basement
      • Area: 50 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 10X5
      Heating
      • Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
      • Laundry: Upper Level, Gas Dryer Hookup
      Features
      • Cathedral Ceiling(s), Wet Bar, 1st Floor Full Bath
      • Flooring: Hardwood
      • Basement: Finished,Full
      • Attic: Unfinished
      • Number of fireplaces: 2
      • Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Gas Starter, Family Room, Basement
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 0
      • Total interior livable area: 5,500 sqft
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 3
      • Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
      • Attached garage spaces: 3
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: No Disability Access
      Features
      • Stories: 2
      • Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
      • Has spa: Yes
      • Spa features: Outdoor Hot Tub, Indoor Hot Tub
      • Fencing: Fenced
      Lot
      • Size: 8,319 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 50X167
      • Features: Landscaped
      Details
      • Parcel number: 0602104027
      • Special conditions: None

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Brick, Stucco, Stone
      • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
      • Roof: Asphalt
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 2007

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: Fuses
      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Lake Michigan

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Paved
      HOA
      • Services included: None
      Location
      • Region: Elmhurst

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $263/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $397,447
      • Annual tax amount: $23,884
      • Date on market: 6/28/2026
      • Ownership: Fee Simple

        Estimated market value

        $1,439,900

        $1.37M - $1.51M

        $7,669/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/6/2026Contingent$1,447,000$263/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12689172 Report a problem
        6/28/2026Listed for sale$1,447,000+59.9%$263/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12689172 Report a problem
        1/8/2021Sold$905,000$165/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        10/8/2020Sold$905,000-0.5%$165/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10893323 Report a problem
        8/9/2020Pending sale$910,000$165/sqft
        Source: New Home Star of Chicago LLC #10705106 Report a problem
        8/7/2020Listed for sale$910,000$165/sqft
        Source: New Home Star of Chicago LLC #10705106 Report a problem
        7/22/2020Pending sale$910,000$165/sqft
        Source: New Home Star of Chicago LLC #10705106 Report a problem
        6/15/2020Price change$910,000-1.1%$165/sqft
        Source: New Home Star of Chicago LLC #10705106 Report a problem
        5/19/2020Price change$920,000-1.6%$167/sqft
        Source: New Home Star of Chicago LLC #10705106 Report a problem
        5/4/2020Listed for sale$935,000$170/sqft
        Source: New Home Star of Chicago LLC #10705106 Report a problem
        3/22/2020Listing removed$935,000$170/sqft
        Source: New Home Star of Chicago LLC #10564060 Report a problem
        3/4/2020Price change$935,000-1.6%$170/sqft
        Source: New Home Star of Chicago LLC #10564060 Report a problem
        12/4/2019Price change$950,000-3.6%$173/sqft
        Source: New Home Star of Chicago LLC #10564060 Report a problem
        11/1/2019Listed for sale$985,000+1%$179/sqft
        Source: New Home Star of Chicago LLC #10564060 Report a problem
        7/1/2019Listing removed$975,000$177/sqft
        Source: New Home Star of Chicago LLC #10324546 Report a problem
        5/16/2019Price change$975,000-2.5%$177/sqft
        Source: New Home Star of Chicago LLC #10324546 Report a problem
        3/29/2019Listed for sale$1,000,000+2.1%$182/sqft
        Source: New Home Star of Chicago LLC #10324546 Report a problem
        11/1/2016Listing removed$979,000$178/sqft
        Source: Olin Ray Realty Partners LLC #09307546 Report a problem
        9/21/2016Price change$979,000-0.1%$178/sqft
        Source: Olin Ray Realty Partners LLC #09307546 Report a problem
        8/23/2016Price change$980,000-1.5%$178/sqft
        Source: Olin Ray Realty Partners LLC #09307546 Report a problem
        7/30/2016Listed for sale$995,000+6.4%$181/sqft
        Source: Olin Ray Realty Partners LLC #09307546 Report a problem
        8/4/2006Sold$935,000+40.6%$170/sqft
        Source: Agent Provided Report a problem
        7/1/2005Sold$665,000$121/sqft
        Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024$22,988 +7.7%$397,447 +8.1%
        2023$21,341 +8%$367,530 +9.1%
        2022$19,752 +0.9%$336,730 +2.6%
        2021$19,566 +4%$328,350 +2.2%
        2020$18,818 +2.1%$321,160 +5.2%
        2019$18,439 -1.5%$305,350 -0.9%
        2018$18,716 +2.1%$308,110 +4.9%
        2017$18,325 +2%$293,610 +6.1%
        2016$17,963 -13.4%$276,600 -7.5%
        2015$20,742 +20.8%$299,070 +30.8%
        2014$17,164 +1.1%$228,730 -1.4%
        2013$16,972 +2.6%$231,950 -6.2%
        2012$16,545 +5%$247,200 -7.9%
        2011$15,750 +2%$268,400 -7.1%
        2010$15,447 +4.2%$288,890 -6.8%
        2009$14,830 +6.2%$309,970
        2008$13,961 +5%$309,970 +8.8%
        2007$13,299 +54.7%$284,900 +431.9%
        2006$8,598 +104.2%$53,560 -40.4%
        2004$4,211 +3.3%$89,850 +10.1%
        2003$4,076 +24.5%$81,610 +32.6%
        2002$3,274 +7.2%$61,560 +8.7%
        2001$3,053 +3.4%$56,620 +5.2%
        2000$2,951 $53,820
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 60126

        Getting around

        62 / 100
        Somewhat Walkable
        29 / 100
        Some Transit
        21 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Hawthorne Elementary School
        • Middle: Sandburg Middle School
        • High: York Community High School
        • District: 205

        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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