Sold282d on marketHistoric · 106 yrs
306 Ashland Ave
Highwood, IL, 60040 • 60040 • Lake County
$335,000
$333/sqft
2Beds
1Baths
1,005Sqft
0.2 acLot
1920Built
Property DNA
Cottage Style
Built 1920 · 106 years of history
Outdoor Living
Patio
2.5-Car Garage
Asphalt · Garage Door Opener · On Site · Garage Owned · Detached · Garage
Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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People checking out this listing
282 days on market
Established listing
$333/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1920 · Historic
***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.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights well-maintained cottage, mature landscaping, and tons of curb appeal as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$2,089/month
Principal & Interest$1,642
Property Tax$335
Insurance$112
Down payment20% ($67,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.20% rate · 30yr fixed · $268,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1920
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
CoolingCentral Air
Parking2 Garage spaces
Lot8,550 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleCottage
Year built1920
Stories1
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
CoolingCentral Air
RoofAsphalt
ConstructionBrick, Stone
Water / SewerLake Michigan / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingAsphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Garage2.5 spaces
BasementUnfinished,Cellar,Storage Space,Full
FencingFenced
Lot8,550 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood60040
Annual tax$7,310
Parcel1615204021
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
11 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
1st Floor Full Bath
Appliances
Range
Microwave
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Washer
Dryer
Disposal
Water Purifier
Water Purifier Owned
Gas Cooktop
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating
Natural Gas
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Parking
Asphalt
Garage Door Opener
On Site
Garage Owned
Detached
Garage
Construction
Brick
Stone
Patio & Porch
Patio
Community
Park
Curbs
Sidewalks
Street Lights
Street Paved
Other Equipment
Ceiling Fan(s)
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Main11×10 ft110 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom2
Main10×10 ft100 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom3
Bedroom4
Other
Other
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market282
Est. value$346,500
Est. rent$2,269/mo
Tax rate2.60%
Price/sqft$333
On marketMay 13, 2025
PostedMay 13, 2025
Last sold$335,000
MLS statusClosed
MLS updatedAug 20, 2025
Tour days6
Views19
How are the schools in Highwood?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Highwood, IL, 60040
Price history
25 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Jul 1, 2025Sold$335,000$333MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jun 26, 2025Pending Sale$325,000$323MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
May 30, 2025Listed For Sale$325,000$323MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
May 19, 2025Contingent$325,000$323MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
May 13, 2025Listed For Sale$325,000$323MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Oct 12, 2015Sold$243,000$242Public Record
Jul 15, 2015Sold$243,000$242MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jun 1, 2015Pending Sale$249,500$2484 Sale Realty Inc.
May 27, 2015Price Change$249,500$248Owner
May 23, 2015Price Change$249,000$248Owner
May 3, 2015Listed For Sale$258,000$257Owner
Jun 17, 2012Listing Removed$1,349$1Charming Stone Cottage
May 8, 2012Price Change$1,349$1Charming Stone Cottage
Apr 13, 2012Listed For Rent$1,335$1Charming Stone Cottage
Aug 11, 2010Listing Removed$269,000$268Owner
May 10, 2010Price Change$269,000$268Owner
Apr 24, 2010Listed For Sale$275,000$274Owner
Oct 22, 2009Listing Removed$269,000$268Prello Realty
Sep 20, 2009Price Change$269,000$268Prello Realty
Aug 24, 2009Price Change$279,000$278Prello Realty
Jun 26, 2009Price Change$285,000$284Prello Realty
May 23, 2009Listed For Sale$279,000$278Homes.com
May 1, 2006Sold$275,000$274Public Record
Jul 21, 2000Sold$178,000$177Public Record
Aug 19, 1997Sold$90,666$90Public Record
Sold$335,000
Jul 1, 2025•$333/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$325,000
Jun 26, 2025•$323/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$325,000
May 30, 2025•$323/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$325,000
May 19, 2025•$323/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$325,000
May 13, 2025•$323/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$243,000
Oct 12, 2015•$242/sqft•Public Record
Sold$243,000
Jul 15, 2015•$242/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$249,500
Jun 1, 2015•$248/sqft•4 Sale Realty Inc.
Price Change$249,500
May 27, 2015•$248/sqft•Owner
Price Change$249,000
May 23, 2015•$248/sqft•Owner
Listed For Sale$258,000
May 3, 2015•$257/sqft•Owner
Listing Removed$1,349
Jun 17, 2012•$1/sqft•Charming Stone Cottage
Price Change$1,349
May 8, 2012•$1/sqft•Charming Stone Cottage
Listed For Rent$1,335
Apr 13, 2012•$1/sqft•Charming Stone Cottage
Listing Removed$269,000
Aug 11, 2010•$268/sqft•Owner
Price Change$269,000
May 10, 2010•$268/sqft•Owner
Listed For Sale$275,000
Apr 24, 2010•$274/sqft•Owner
Listing Removed$269,000
Oct 22, 2009•$268/sqft•Prello Realty
Price Change$269,000
Sep 20, 2009•$268/sqft•Prello Realty
Price Change$279,000
Aug 24, 2009•$278/sqft•Prello Realty
Price Change$285,000
Jun 26, 2009•$284/sqft•Prello Realty
Listed For Sale$279,000
May 23, 2009•$278/sqft•Homes.com
Sold$275,000
May 1, 2006•$274/sqft•Public Record
Sold$178,000
Jul 21, 2000•$177/sqft•Public Record
Sold$90,666
Aug 19, 1997•$90/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
22 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2023$7,310$104,573
Apr 10, 2022$6,540$94,261
Apr 10, 2021$6,035$81,007
Apr 10, 2020$5,897$78,306
Apr 10, 2019$5,726$77,939
Apr 10, 2018$5,178$74,750
Apr 10, 2017$5,178$74,319
Apr 10, 2016$4,774$70,753
Apr 10, 2015$4,467$65,300
Apr 10, 2014$4,372$60,504
Apr 10, 2012$4,282$60,857
Apr 10, 2011$4,789$71,632
Apr 10, 2010$3,344$58,183
Apr 10, 2009$3,246$94,387
Apr 10, 2008$5,016$95,340
Apr 10, 2006$3,750$91,017
Apr 10, 2005$3,510—
Apr 10, 2004$3,249—
Apr 10, 2003$3,122—
Apr 10, 2002$3,065—
Apr 10, 2001$2,986$49,755
Apr 10, 2000$3,099$49,047
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Local context around this listing
Highwood, IL • Lake County
Nearby cities
AntiochBuffalo GroveGurneeHighland ParkLibertyvilleMundeleinRound Lake BeachVernon Hills
Nearby zip codes
60040
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