Don't miss this opportunity to own a beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 21/2-bath home in the prestigious College Trail Subdivision! Nestled against a neighborhood park, this inviting home features a welcoming front porch-perfect for your morning coffee. Step inside to gleaming hardwood floors and a light-filled open traditional floorplan. The spacious living room sets the stage for gatherings, while the dining room is ideal for formal dinner parties. The recently updated kitchen is a chef's dream, boasting a large center island, newer Slate Finish appliances, granite counters, and a spacious eating area that opens to the family room, complete with stunning views and a cozy fireplace. The eating area flows seamlessly to a huge deck and fenced backyard, perfect for outdoor entertaining, with the park playground just 30 yards away-ideal for sports and playtime. The first floor also features a newly updated powder room and a convenient laundry room. Upstairs, the primary bedroom offers dual closets and a private bath with dual vanities, a spacious shower, and a separate soaking tub. Three additional spacious bedrooms with large closets and a hall bath complete the second floor. Looking for more space? The finished basement includes a hobby room and rec room, perfect for movie nights or gaming. This home is move-in ready, with major updates already completed: a new furnace (2011), granite kitchen counters (2015), roof, gutters, siding, and garage door (2015), updated kitchen cabinetry and appliances (2016), updated powder room (2019), new wiring and ceiling fans in all bedrooms (2020), a tankless hot water heater (2020), new backyard fencing (2021), a new driveway (2022), and new central air conditioning (2023). Located just a few blocks from historic downtown Grayslake with its shops, restaurants, and Metra station, 242 Braxton Way is truly the perfect place to call home!
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$427,500
242 Braxton Way, Grayslake, IL 60030
4beds
2,126sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1992
-- sqft lot
$460,700 Zestimate®
$201/sqft
$3,436 Estimated rent
Home value
$460,700
$419,000 - $507,000
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Cozy fireplaceFinished basementFenced backyardSpacious bedroomsStunning viewsHobby roomLarge center island
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Listing courtesy of:
John Worklan 847-651-9872,
Baird & Warner
Bought with:
Joe Guli
Compass
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12193484
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X13
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Island), Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 247 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X13
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X8
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X13
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 238 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X14
Other
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X11
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Finished,Partial
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 600
- Total interior livable area: 2,126 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 600
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Dimensions: 65X124X88X122
- Features: Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 06253210010000
- Special conditions: Corporate Relo
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1992
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Park, Tennis Court(s), Lake, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Grayslake
- Subdivision: College Trail
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/23/2024 | Sold | $427,500+1.8%$201/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12193484 Report a problem | ||
| 11/11/2024 | Contingent | $420,000$198/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12193484 Report a problem | ||
| 11/1/2024 | Listed for sale | $420,000+55.6%$198/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12193484 Report a problem | ||
| 4/9/2015 | Sold | $270,000+28.6%$127/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #08827726 Report a problem | ||
| 10/30/1996 | Sold | $210,000$99/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $11,643 +5.5% | $136,031 +17.3% |
| 2023 | $11,039 +15% | $115,941 +9% |
| 2022 | $9,602 +1.5% | $106,407 +16.6% |
| 2021 | $9,455 -9.9% | $91,288 -1.2% |
| 2020 | $10,491 +3.8% | $92,426 +4.2% |
| 2019 | $10,102 -3.8% | $88,675 -2.6% |
| 2018 | $10,500 | $91,020 +3.2% |
| 2017 | $10,500 +8.5% | $88,237 +8.3% |
| 2016 | $9,674 +4.9% | $81,452 +9.5% |
| 2015 | $9,225 +0.8% | $74,412 +7.4% |
| 2014 | $9,150 +0.6% | $69,303 -4.2% |
| 2012 | $9,096 +0.4% | $72,379 -18.8% |
| 2011 | $9,062 +1.9% | $89,099 -5.6% |
| 2010 | $8,895 +3.3% | $94,345 -5% |
| 2009 | $8,614 +0.1% | $99,310 -2.3% |
| 2008 | $8,604 +15% | $101,597 +15.1% |
| 2006 | $7,481 +4.8% | $88,297 |
| 2005 | $7,141 +1.6% | -- |
| 2004 | $7,032 +14.9% | -- |
| 2003 | $6,121 -1.2% | -- |
| 2002 | $6,197 +9.2% | -- |
| 2001 | $5,676 +0.7% | $68,579 +1.8% |
| 2000 | $5,638 | $67,384 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60030
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAWoodland Primary SchoolGrades: PK-KDistance: 2.4 mi
- 5/10Woodland Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.1 mi
- 9/10Grayslake Central High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Woodland Elementary School
- Middle: Woodland Intermediate School
- District: 50
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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