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Sold for $2,650,000
  • $2,650,000

    281 Park Ave, Highland Park, IL 60035

    5beds
    4,931sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1991
    -- sqft lot
    $2,839,100 Zestimate®
    $537/sqft
    $7,551 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $2,839,100

    $2.64M - $3.07M

    $7,551/mo

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    What's special

    SOLD BEFORE LISTED. Located steps from the lake and downtown, this stunning contemporary home has been completely transformed and exudes a chic California vibe. This 5 bedroom, 4 full & 3 half bath stucco home is appointed with luxury modern finishes, smart home technology and is the perfect home for entertaining with in-ground pool and spa. First level features a sun-drenched foyer with volume ceilings that opens to a living room with floor-to-ceiling fireplace, decorative slatted wood paneling plus a formal dining room with wall of windows and custom built-in shelving display with lighting & exposed metal beam. A chef's kitchen with integrated custom wood cabinetry, professional stainless steel appliances, porcelain countertops, double islands plus eat-in area with access to deck. Kitchen opens to expansive family room with wall of custom built-in cabinetry plus a fireplace with views of private professionally landscaped lush yard. Family room wet bar with matching custom wood cabinetry, 2 beverage/wine refrigerators, glass wine cabinet with lighting and seating. First floor bedroom with sliders out to front deck, currently used as an office with custom lacquer cabinetry, has a private en-suite bath. Two half baths plus first floor laundry/mudroom with substantial built-ins lead to 3 car garage. Heated floors throughout most of main level plus Lutron lighting and power shades. Modern front and back floating staircases lead to the second floor where there is a fabulous sunlit loft space with built-ins. Primary suite with stunning views of private yard and ravine, sitting area with fireplace and spa-like bath that features Porcellanato hexagon floor tiles, double vanity with quartz counter, Hydro Systems whirlpool tub, huge porcelain tile surround steam shower with two benches and Kohler Digital Shower system plus custom integrated storage. 3 additional bedrooms with updated baths, 1 with en-suite bath & other 2 share a hall bath. Second floor laundry and a library overlooking the living room complete the second level. Lower level has a movie theater, home gym, half bath and tons of storage. The outdoor space is an entertainer's dream with pool, spa, bar, maintenance free decks and professionally landscaped fully fenced yard. This home is a modern masterpiece located in a prime walk-to-town location!

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 6
    • Full bathrooms: 4
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 3
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Disposal, Microwave, Washer
    Features
    • Wet Bar, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
    • Has basement: Yes
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 4,931
    • Total interior livable area: 4,931 sqft

    Property

    Features
    • Has private pool: Yes
    Details
    • Parcel number: 1623207089

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Tudor
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Stucco
    Condition
    • Year built: 1991

    Community & HOA

    Location
    • Region: Highland Park

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $537/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $1,735,622
    • Annual tax amount: $45,898
    • Date on market: 7/10/2024

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    7/8/2024Sold$2,650,000+171.8%$537/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12048474 Report a problem
    2/24/2012Sold$975,000-9.3%$198/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #07955281 Report a problem
    12/9/2011Price change$1,075,000-10.4%$218/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Highland Park #07955281 Report a problem
    12/8/2011Price change$1,200,000-2%$243/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Highland Park #07955281 Report a problem
    11/9/2011Price change$1,225,000-7.5%$248/sqft
    Source: Baird & Warner Real Estate #07814391 Report a problem
    8/3/2011Price change$1,325,000-5%$269/sqft
    Source: Baird & Warner Real Estate #07814391 Report a problem
    7/8/2011Price change$1,395,000-7%$283/sqft
    Source: Baird & Warner - South Suburban #07814391 Report a problem
    5/24/2011Listed for sale$1,500,000$304/sqft
    Source: Baird & Warner - South Suburban #07814391 Report a problem
    12/14/2006Sold$1,500,000+200%$304/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    9/30/1998Sold$500,000$101/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2024$45,898 +7.1%$613,597 +6.1%
    2023$42,853 +8.5%$578,483 +10.9%
    2022$39,484 +8.4%$521,438 +17.3%
    2021$36,412 -2.9%$444,456 -2.7%
    2020$37,505 +3.5%$456,947 +0.5%
    2019$36,238 +0.8%$454,810 -7.3%
    2018$35,944 $490,770 +0.6%
    2017$35,944 +6.9%$487,940 +5%
    2016$33,637 +31.3%$464,528 +7.6%
    2015$25,609 -1.3%$431,597 +35.5%
    2014$25,934 +2.9%$318,630 +0%
    2012$25,197 -29.4%$318,599 -42.3%
    2011$35,703 +8.1%$552,607 -13.9%
    2010$33,024 -18.9%$641,866 -5.6%
    2009$40,710 +3.1%$680,231 -1%
    2008$39,499 +29.5%$687,102 +4.7%
    2006$30,497 +5.5%$655,945
    2005$28,904 +14.5%--
    2004$25,233 +1407.9%--
    2003$1,673 -92.1%--
    2002$21,151 -0.7%--
    2001$21,302 +45%$331,536 +49.6%
    2000$14,696 $221,677
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    Neighborhood: 60035

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