So much to love! Expanded Kensington model ranch in desirable Strathmore neighborhood is ready and waiting for you. Spacious and inviting floor plan. With a long list of updates, you can just move in and enjoy! Entire home freshly painted with a contemporary neutral palette and bright white trim. Gorgeous refinished hardwood floors. 6-Panel Doors throughout. Recessed lighting (some dimmable). Updated eat-in custom kitchen with maple cabinets, Whirlpool appliances, pantry, and gorgeous stone tile backsplash. Updated hall and primary baths. Three bedrooms, each with generous closets and ceiling fans. Primary closet features an Elfa closet system to customize as you desire. Spacious yet cozy family room features a gas fireplace, recessed lighting, ceiling fan, laundry closet, and a huge closet with its own Elfa system ready to install for additional storage. French patio doors from both the dining room and family room open onto a spacious deck. Step down from the deck to the expansive fully-fenced backyard with its quaint greenhouse garden shed and playset. Covered front porch for watching the world go by while staying out of the elements. Attached 1-car garage features freshly painted walls and ceilings and a brand new service door leading to the side yard. Expanded driveway parking for 2-3 vehicles. New Humidifier, 2022; Roof, 2019; Furnace, 2019; A/C 2018. Deck re-stained spring 2025. Fantastic location! Walking distance to Longfellow Elementary, Cooper Middle School, and Buffalo Grove High School. Close proximity to park district, dining, shopping, bike paths and more! Beautifully refreshed and ready to go, this home is being offered as-is. Utility work on Bernard scheduled for completion in 2025. Don't miss out on this opportunity to call this house your home!
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$431,500
899 Bernard Dr, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
3beds
1,610sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1967
7,840 Square Feet Lot
$482,900 Zestimate®
$268/sqft
$3,096 Estimated rent
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$482,900
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Gas fireplaceRecessed lightingCozy family roomFrench patio doorsExpanded kensington model ranchUpdated eat-in custom kitchenExpansive fully-fenced backyard
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Listed by:
Jennifer Berg, CSC,RENE,SRS 630-935-1870,
HomeSmart Connect LLC
Bought with:
Sean O'Brien
Real 1 Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12151516
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: No additional rooms
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X9
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X10
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 270 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X15
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Pantry-Closet), Flooring (Other)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 1 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 1X1
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 266 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X14
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Humidifier
- Laundry: Main Level, Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Closet
Features
- Replacement Windows
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Carpet
- Windows: Replacement Windows
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Gas Starter, Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,610 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Off Street, Owned, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 7,840 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 70X112
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 03051060240000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1967
Details
- Builder model: EXPANDED KENSINGTON
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Subdivision: Strathmore
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Buffalo Grove
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $268/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $310,000
- Annual tax amount: $8,011
- Date on market: 4/24/2025
- Listing terms: VA
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/14/2025 | Sold | $431,500+0.3%$268/sqft |
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| 5/14/2025 | Contingent | $430,000$267/sqft |
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| 4/29/2025 | Listed for sale | $430,000$267/sqft |
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| 4/29/2025 | Contingent | $430,000$267/sqft |
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| 4/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $430,000+39.8%$267/sqft |
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| 4/9/2021 | Sold | $307,500-0.8%$191/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10985151 Report a problem | ||
| 2/15/2021 | Pending sale | $310,000$193/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Suburban #10985151 Report a problem | ||
| 2/12/2021 | Listed for sale | $310,000+16.1%$193/sqft |
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| 4/15/2016 | Sold | $267,000-2.9%$166/sqft |
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| 2/17/2016 | Pending sale | $274,900$171/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Experts #09135066 Report a problem | ||
| 2/9/2016 | Price change | $274,900-1.8%$171/sqft |
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| 1/17/2016 | Listed for sale | $279,900-12%$174/sqft |
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| 5/3/2007 | Sold | $318,000+7.8%$198/sqft |
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| 5/21/2003 | Sold | $295,000+63.9%$183/sqft |
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| 9/4/1998 | Sold | $180,000+2.6%$112/sqft |
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| 8/30/1995 | Sold | $175,500$109/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $31,000 |
| 2023 | $8,012 +4.7% | $31,000 |
| 2022 | $7,650 +4.4% | $31,000 +16% |
| 2021 | $7,325 -9.8% | $26,729 |
| 2020 | $8,123 +10.8% | $26,729 +0.1% |
| 2019 | $7,332 -2.5% | $26,700 +5.7% |
| 2018 | $7,518 +1.6% | $25,264 |
| 2017 | $7,399 +3.5% | $25,264 |
| 2016 | $7,150 +1.4% | $25,264 +8.1% |
| 2015 | $7,049 +1.4% | $23,372 |
| 2014 | $6,950 +8.5% | $23,372 |
| 2013 | $6,407 -4.2% | $23,372 -8.4% |
| 2012 | $6,688 +3.4% | $25,515 |
| 2011 | $6,470 +0.8% | $25,515 |
| 2010 | $6,418 -4.8% | $25,515 -23.8% |
| 2009 | $6,741 +12.5% | $33,468 -7% |
| 2008 | $5,990 -20% | $35,988 |
| 2007 | $7,490 +19.1% | $35,988 +24.5% |
| 2006 | $6,291 +0.8% | $28,898 |
| 2005 | $6,241 +4.8% | $28,898 |
| 2004 | $5,952 +18.7% | $28,898 +22.9% |
| 2003 | $5,014 +16% | $23,510 |
| 2002 | $4,322 +33.1% | $23,510 |
| 2001 | $3,247 +2.7% | $23,510 +27% |
| 2000 | $3,162 +2.5% | $18,518 |
| 1999 | $3,086 | $18,518 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60089
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Henry W Longfellow Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 7/10Cooper Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 9/10Buffalo Grove High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Henry W Longfellow Elementary Sc
- Middle: Cooper Middle School
- High: Buffalo Grove High School
- District: 21
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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