***OFFERS DUE BY MONDAY 10:00 AM *** Enjoy the good life in this lovely WELL-MAINTAINED cottage near downtown Highwood. Spacious room sizes. Adorable original "NOOKS & CRANNIES" with charm and tons of curb appeal. Kitchen is open to dining room, which flows into the living room. Over-sized 2.5 CAR GARAGE. Just enough space! Unfinished full basement offers laundry and good STORAGE. Current owner has taken great pride in the property, and it shows! Mature landscaping, NEWER MECHANICALS and major components (ROOF 4 years old, WATER HEATER 6 years, FURNACE approx 10 years). Central AC. Water filtration system. MOVE RIGHT IN or renovate a fit to your taste. A rare chance to get into the North Shore at a reasonable price, with A+ RATED SCHOOLS, safety, and high standard of living. NEWER: central air, windows, electric panel, water heater, washer/dryer and refrigerator. Also offers an INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY as a conforming rental property. 2 Blocks to train, dining, parks and shopping. Easy access to major expressways. Property is in great condition but sold "as-is". Photos were taken prior to current tenants. Showings start Thursday but may be scheduled now.
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$335,000
306 Ashland Ave, Highwood, IL 60040
2beds
1,005sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
8,550 Square Feet Lot
$355,200 Zestimate®
$333/sqft
$2,285 Estimated rent
Home value
$355,200
$320,000 - $394,000
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Well-maintained cottageMature landscapingTons of curb appealSpacious room sizesUnfinished full basementGood storage
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Listed by:
Carolyn Cerf 847-432-0700,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with:
Polly Richardson
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12332714
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: No additional rooms
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar), Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X13
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Water Purifier, Water Purifier Owned, Gas Cooktop
Features
- 1st Floor Full Bath
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished,Cellar,Storage Space,Full
- Attic: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,010
- Total interior livable area: 1,005 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2.5
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2.5
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 8,550 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 47.5X180
Details
- Parcel number: 16152040210000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Stone
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Highwood
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $333/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $313,750
- Annual tax amount: $7,310
- Date on market: 5/13/2025
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/1/2025 | Sold | $335,000+3.1%$333/sqft |
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| 6/26/2025 | Pending sale | $325,000$323/sqft |
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| 5/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $325,000$323/sqft |
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| 5/19/2025 | Contingent | $325,000$323/sqft |
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| 5/13/2025 | Listed for sale | $325,000+33.7%$323/sqft |
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| 10/12/2015 | Sold | $243,000$242/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/15/2015 | Sold | $243,000-2.6%$242/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #08934792 Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2015 | Pending sale | $249,500$248/sqft |
Source: 4 Sale Realty Inc. #08934792 Report a problem | ||
| 5/27/2015 | Price change | $249,500+0.2%$248/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/23/2015 | Price change | $249,000-3.5%$248/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/3/2015 | Listed for sale | $258,000-4.1%$257/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 6/17/2012 | Listing removed | $1,349$1/sqft |
Source: Charming Stone Cottage Report a problem | ||
| 5/8/2012 | Price change | $1,349+1%$1/sqft |
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| 4/13/2012 | Listed for rent | $1,335$1/sqft |
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| 8/11/2010 | Listing removed | $269,000$268/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/10/2010 | Price change | $269,000-2.2%$268/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 4/24/2010 | Listed for sale | $275,000+2.2%$274/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 10/22/2009 | Listing removed | $269,000$268/sqft |
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| 9/20/2009 | Price change | $269,000-3.6%$268/sqft |
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| 8/24/2009 | Price change | $279,000-2.1%$278/sqft |
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| 6/26/2009 | Price change | $285,000+2.2%$284/sqft |
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| 5/23/2009 | Listed for sale | $279,000+1.5%$278/sqft |
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| 5/1/2006 | Sold | $275,000+54.5%$274/sqft |
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| 7/21/2000 | Sold | $178,000+96.3%$177/sqft |
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| 8/19/1997 | Sold | $90,666$90/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7,962 +8.9% | $110,920 +6.1% |
| 2023 | $7,310 +11.8% | $104,573 +10.9% |
| 2022 | $6,540 +8.4% | $94,261 +16.4% |
| 2021 | $6,035 +2.3% | $81,007 +3.4% |
| 2020 | $5,897 +3% | $78,306 +0.5% |
| 2019 | $5,726 +10.6% | $77,939 +4.3% |
| 2018 | $5,178 | $74,750 +0.6% |
| 2017 | $5,178 +8.5% | $74,319 +5% |
| 2016 | $4,774 +6.9% | $70,753 +8.4% |
| 2015 | $4,467 +2.2% | $65,300 +7.9% |
| 2014 | $4,372 +2.1% | $60,504 -0.6% |
| 2012 | $4,282 -10.6% | $60,857 -15% |
| 2011 | $4,789 +43.2% | $71,632 +23.1% |
| 2010 | $3,344 +3% | $58,183 -38.4% |
| 2009 | $3,246 -35.3% | $94,387 -1% |
| 2008 | $5,016 +33.7% | $95,340 +4.7% |
| 2006 | $3,750 +6.8% | $91,017 |
| 2005 | $3,510 +8% | -- |
| 2004 | $3,249 +4.1% | -- |
| 2003 | $3,122 +1.8% | -- |
| 2002 | $3,065 +2.7% | -- |
| 2001 | $2,986 -3.7% | $49,755 +1.4% |
| 2000 | $3,099 | $49,047 |
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Neighborhood: 60040
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Wayne Thomas Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 9/10Northwood Jr High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 9/10Highland Park High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Wayne Thomas Elementary School
- Middle: Northwood Junior High 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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