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    52 S Central Ave, Highwood, IL 60040

    4beds
    2,260sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1928
    10,050 Square Feet Lot
    $636,300 Zestimate®
    $281/sqft
    $3,490 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $636,300

    $585,000 - $694,000

    $3,490/mo

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    What's special

    Charming, thoughtfully updated Colonial in a superb Highwood location - close to everything. 4 Bedrooms & 2 Baths with plenty of room to relax. Full of character and natural light, the home offers warm, comfortable living with functional flow and flexible spaces, ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. Recent improvements include new siding, roof, deck, driveway, fence, front walkway / hardscape, landscaping, appliances, countertops, backsplash, a redesigned laundry-mud room and Nursery. The spacious rear deck seamlessly extends the living outdoors, opening to a lush, professionally landscaped side and backyard with mature trees providing beauty, privacy & shade. A detached three-car garage offers exceptional space for vehicles, storage & gear. A fantastic opportunity for buyers seeking charm, space, extensive updates & inviting outdoor living in a stellar location close to town, restaurants, coffee shops, schools & transportation.

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    Listed by:

    Laura McCain 847-446-9600,

    Compass

    Bought with:

    Elizabeth Bryant, CSC

    Baird & Warner

    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12658466MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Rooms
    • Room types: Office, Sitting Room, Foyer, Deck
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 130 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 13X10
    Bedroom 2
    • Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 90 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 10X9
    Bedroom 3
    • Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 170 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 17X10
    Bedroom 4
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 90 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 10X9
    Deck
    • Features: Flooring (Other)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 324 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 27X12
    Dining room
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 130 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 13X10
    Family room
    • Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 165 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 15X11
    Foyer
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 16 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 4X4
    Kitchen
    • Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar), Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 130 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 13X10
    Laundry
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 90 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 10X9
    Living room
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 195 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 15X13
    Office
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 80 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 10X8
    Sitting room
    • Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 130 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 13X10
    Heating
    • Steam, Radiator(s)
    Cooling
    • Window Unit(s)
    Appliances
    • Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Oven
    • Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit
    Features
    • Basement: Unfinished,Full
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 0
    • Total interior livable area: 2,260 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 3
    • Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
    • Garage spaces: 3
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: No Disability Access
    Features
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Deck
    Lot
    • Size: 10,050 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 67 x 150
    Details
    • Parcel number: 16154190440000
    • Special conditions: Exclusions-Call List Office

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Shingle Siding
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1928

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Lake Michigan

    Community & HOA

    HOA
    • Services included: None
    Location
    • Region: Highwood

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $281/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $383,120
    • Annual tax amount: $10,259
    • Date on market: 5/28/2026
    • Listing terms: Conventional
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    8/13/2026Sold$636,000-2.2%$281/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12658466 Report a problem
    6/2/2026Contingent$650,000$288/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12658466 Report a problem
    5/28/2026Listed for sale$650,000+56.3%$288/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12658466 Report a problem
    8/9/2023Sold$416,000-5.5%$184/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11781188 Report a problem
    6/25/2023Contingent$440,000$195/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11781188 Report a problem
    6/20/2023Price change$440,000-7.4%$195/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11781188 Report a problem
    6/12/2023Price change$475,000-4%$210/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11781188 Report a problem
    5/26/2023Listed for sale$495,000$219/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11781188 Report a problem
    5/13/2023Contingent$495,000$219/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11781188 Report a problem
    5/11/2023Listed for sale$495,000+94.9%$219/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11781188 Report a problem
    5/4/2015Sold$254,000-5.4%$112/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    3/10/2015Pending sale$268,500$119/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Highland Park #08839290 Report a problem
    3/6/2015Price change$268,500-2.4%$119/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Highland Park #08839290 Report a problem
    2/18/2015Listed for sale$275,000+22.2%$122/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Highland Park #08839290 Report a problem
    11/18/2014Sold$225,000-11.8%$100/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    9/12/2014Pending sale$255,000$113/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX Suburban #08680323 Report a problem
    8/26/2014Price change$255,000-3.8%$113/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX Suburban #08680323 Report a problem
    8/8/2014Price change$265,000-5.3%$117/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX Suburban #08680323 Report a problem
    7/23/2014Price change$279,900+0.3%$124/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX Suburban #08680323 Report a problem
    7/16/2014Price change$279,000-6.7%$123/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX Suburban #08664534 Report a problem
    7/8/2014Listed for sale$299,000$132/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX Suburban #08664534 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2024$9,738 +7.3%$135,445 +6.1%
    2023$9,075 +13.6%$127,694 +10.9%
    2022$7,990 +8.1%$115,102 +17.8%
    2021$7,390 +2.5%$97,674 +3.4%
    2020$7,210 -3.5%$94,417 +0.5%
    2019$7,469 +10.9%$93,975 +5.1%
    2018$6,738 $89,440 +0.6%
    2017$6,738 -2.9%$88,925 -4.1%
    2016$6,938 -1.3%$92,747 +7.6%
    2015$7,029 +2.2%$86,172 +0.5%
    2014$6,875 +2.5%$85,766 -0.6%
    2012$6,706 -0.4%$86,266 -19.4%
    2011$6,732 -5.4%$107,066 -3.8%
    2010$7,114 +3.5%$111,246 -5.6%
    2009$6,874 +3.4%$117,895 -1%
    2008$6,649 +10.7%$119,086 +4.7%
    2006$6,006 +6.2%$113,686
    2005$5,654 +7.5%--
    2004$5,258 +6.3%--
    2003$4,946 -2.2%--
    2002$5,057 +1.6%--
    2001$4,976 +16%$77,131 +22.3%
    2000$4,291 $63,081
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 60040

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    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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