This stunning and fully updated 4 bed/3 bath home features an expansive backyard and a bright, open floor plan designed for effortless living and entertaining. The spacious living room with floor-to-ceiling windows and wood-burning fireplace flows seamlessly into the dining room with a sliding door to the patio and incredibly deep backyard, creating an inviting space for gatherings both inside and outside. The large white kitchen features beautiful quartz countertops, eat-in peninsula, tons of cabinetry for storage and a pantry. The adjacent mudroom with laundry and oversized 2.5 car garage with epoxy floor complete the main floor. Upstairs, the primary suite has an updated bath with double vanity and walk in shower. Two additional bedrooms share a hall bath with tub. A convenient lower-level offers a gracious family room with bar, 4th bedroom and full bath providing flexibility for guests, a home office, or multi-generational living. Set on a generous half-acre lot, the property offers a large, tree-filled backyard perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or outdoor play. In addition to the cosmetic updates, a new roof, gutters with gutter guards and windows were all done in 2015. Ideally located less than one block from Fink Park featuring a children's playground, fenced dog park, and both indoor and outdoor tennis courts. Enjoy close proximity to the world-renowned Ravinia Festival and the beautiful Chicago Botanic Garden. Commuting is easy with convenient access to the train and highway.
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$839,000
242 Aspen Ln, Highland Park, IL 60035
4beds
3,277sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1964
0.46 Acres Lot
$869,800 Zestimate®
$256/sqft
$5,164 Estimated rent
Home value
$869,800
$826,000 - $913,000
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Wood-burning fireplaceGenerous half-acre lotEat-in peninsulaBright open floor planIncredibly deep backyardExpansive backyardAdjacent mudroom with laundry
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Listed by:
Marlene Rubenstein, ABR,ABRM,SRES 847-565-6666,
Baird & Warner,
Dena Fox 847-899-4666,
Baird & Warner
Bought with:
Andrea Miller
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12583560
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Storage
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Family room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 480 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 30X16
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar)
- Level: Main
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X12
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 114 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X6
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 464 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 29X16
Storage
- Level: Basement
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Humidifier
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Dry Bar
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: None
- Attic: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Gas Log, Gas Starter, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,723
- Total interior livable area: 3,277 sqft
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
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Outdoor Grill
Lot
- Size: 0.46 Acres
- Dimensions: 112X185
- Features: Landscaped, Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 16353010250000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Other equipment: TV-Cable, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Cedar
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1964
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Storm Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Highland Park
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $256/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $534,992
- Annual tax amount: $14,591
- Date on market: 3/12/2026
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/13/2026 | Sold | $839,000$256/sqft |
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| 3/19/2026 | Contingent | $839,000$256/sqft |
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| 3/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $839,000+74.8%$256/sqft |
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| 11/1/2016 | Sold | $480,000-2.6%$146/sqft |
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| 8/25/2016 | Pending sale | $493,000$150/sqft |
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| 8/22/2016 | Price change | $493,000-0.2%$150/sqft |
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| 8/17/2016 | Price change | $494,000-0.3%$151/sqft |
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| 8/9/2016 | Price change | $495,500-0.2%$151/sqft |
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| 7/28/2016 | Price change | $496,500-0.2%$152/sqft |
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| 7/20/2016 | Price change | $497,500-0.5%$152/sqft |
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| 6/15/2016 | Price change | $499,900-3.9%$153/sqft |
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| 6/7/2016 | Price change | $520,000-1%$159/sqft |
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| 5/19/2016 | Price change | $525,000-4.4%$160/sqft |
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| 5/7/2016 | Price change | $549,000-3.5%$168/sqft |
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| 4/13/2016 | Price change | $569,000-1%$174/sqft |
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| 2/12/2016 | Listed for sale | $575,000+5.5%$175/sqft |
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| 7/13/2015 | Listing removed | $545,000$166/sqft |
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| 6/8/2015 | Price change | $545,000-2.3%$166/sqft |
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| 5/29/2015 | Price change | $558,000-1.2%$170/sqft |
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| 4/21/2015 | Listed for sale | $565,000$172/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $14,360 | $189,137 +6.1% |
| 2023 | -- | $178,313 +10.9% |
| 2022 | $13,481 +8.5% | $160,730 +3.4% |
| 2021 | $12,423 +3.3% | $155,484 +3.4% |
| 2020 | $12,021 -0.3% | $150,299 -3.1% |
| 2019 | $12,060 +0.8% | $155,073 -6.1% |
| 2018 | $11,960 | $165,227 +0.6% |
| 2017 | $11,960 +11.4% | $164,274 +5% |
| 2016 | $10,738 +13.9% | $156,392 +7.6% |
| 2015 | $9,429 +1.6% | $145,305 +16.9% |
| 2014 | $9,281 -17% | $124,294 -0.6% |
| 2012 | $11,181 +2.2% | $125,019 -20.1% |
| 2011 | $10,941 +11.7% | $156,392 -1.5% |
| 2010 | $9,795 +2.5% | $158,824 -26.5% |
| 2009 | $9,559 -21% | $216,163 -1% |
| 2008 | $12,103 +16.8% | $218,346 +4.7% |
| 2006 | $10,360 +5.5% | $208,445 |
| 2005 | $9,820 +3.7% | -- |
| 2004 | $9,467 +110.9% | -- |
| 2003 | $4,488 -46.8% | -- |
| 2002 | $8,443 +3.7% | -- |
| 2001 | $8,138 +2.6% | $121,449 +8.7% |
| 2000 | $7,934 | $111,747 |
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Neighborhood: 60035
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GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Braeside Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.5 mi
- 9/10Edgewood Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 9/10Highland Park High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Braeside Elementary School
- Middle: Edgewood Middle 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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