Sold98d on marketHistoric · 103 yrs
221 Burchell Ave
Highwood, IL, 60040 • 60040 • Lake County
$500,000
$238/sqft
3Beds
2Baths
2,101Sqft
0.17 acLot
1923Built
Property DNA
Farmhouse Style
Built 1923 · 103 years of history
Second Residence
Second Residence
1-Car Garage
Asphalt · Off Alley · Garage Owned · Detached · Garage
Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
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Listed 98 days ago · 29 views
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98 days on market
Established listing
$238/sqft
Price per square foot
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1923 · Historic
Exceptional Highwood Residence with Charming Coach House! Discover this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home perfectly situated near the heart of downtown Highwood. Featuring new hardwood floors throughout the second level and hardwood on the main living floor, this home blends classic charm with modern comfort. The spacious eat-in kitchen offers a large pantry, while the generous dining room and inviting living room provide the perfect setting for entertaining. Enjoy the changing seasons from the delightful three-season porch overlooking the nicely sized yard. Freshly painted throughout, with a newer roof and siding, this home is truly move-in ready. The property also includes a 2-bedroom, 1-bath coach house complete with its own heating, air conditioning, and laundry-ideal for generating supplemental income, hosting extended family, or creating a private guest retreat. A convenient 1-car garage rounds out this exceptional offering. Located just moments from Highwood's renowned restaurants, bars, and festivals-and only a short distance from Lake Michigan-this is an incredible opportunity to own a versatile property in one of North Shore's most vibrant communities. Don't miss this rare gem in the heart of Highwood!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights nicely sized yard, spacious eat-in kitchen, and large pantry as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$3,118/month
Principal & Interest$2,451
Property Tax$500
Insurance$167
Down payment20% ($100,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.20% rate · 30yr fixed · $400,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1923
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
CoolingCentral Air
Parking1 Garage space
Lot7,422 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleFarmhouse
Year built1923
Stories2
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
CoolingCentral Air
RoofAsphalt
ConstructionAluminum Siding
Water / SewerLake Michigan / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingAsphalt, Off Alley, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Garage1 spaces
BasementUnfinished,Full
Lot7,422 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood60040
Annual tax$10,771
Parcel1615212011
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
9 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Range
Microwave
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Washer
Dryer
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating
Natural Gas
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Windows
Screens
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Parking
Asphalt
Off Alley
Garage Owned
Detached
Garage
Construction
Aluminum Siding
Other Structures
Second Residence
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Second12×12 ft144 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom2
Second12×10 ft120 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom3
Second16×9 ft144 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom4
Other
Other
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market98
Est. value$528,400
Est. rent$3,274/mo
Tax rate2.60%
Price/sqft$238
On marketOct 16, 2025
PostedOct 16, 2025
Last sold$500,000
MLS statusClosed
MLS updatedJan 1, 2026
Tour days6
Views29
How are the schools in Highwood?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Highwood, IL, 60040
Price history
11 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Dec 31, 2025Sold$500,000$238MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Nov 5, 2025Contingent$535,000$255MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Nov 1, 2025Price Change$535,000$255MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Oct 16, 2025Listed For Sale$565,000$269MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Mar 24, 2021Listing Removed——Owner
May 11, 2019Listing Removed$2,300$1Owner
Apr 18, 2019Listed For Rent$2,300$1Owner
Nov 22, 2016Sold$315,000$150MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sep 14, 2016Price Change$339,000$161RE/MAX Suburban
Aug 29, 2016Listed For Sale$355,000$169RE/MAX Suburban
Oct 1, 2002Sold$299,000$142Public Record
Sold$500,000
Dec 31, 2025•$238/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$535,000
Nov 5, 2025•$255/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$535,000
Nov 1, 2025•$255/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$565,000
Oct 16, 2025•$269/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listing Removed—
Mar 24, 2021•Owner
Listing Removed$2,300
May 11, 2019•$1/sqft•Owner
Listed For Rent$2,300
Apr 18, 2019•$1/sqft•Owner
Sold$315,000
Nov 22, 2016•$150/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$339,000
Sep 14, 2016•$161/sqft•RE/MAX Suburban
Listed For Sale$355,000
Aug 29, 2016•$169/sqft•RE/MAX Suburban
Sold$299,000
Oct 1, 2002•$142/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
22 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 9, 2023$10,112$132,442
Apr 9, 2022$9,388$119,382
Apr 9, 2021$8,193$107,832
Apr 9, 2020$8,007$104,236
Apr 9, 2019$7,773$103,749
Apr 9, 2018$6,956$98,406
Apr 9, 2017$7,410$97,839
Apr 9, 2016$6,967$93,145
Apr 9, 2015$6,378$86,542
Apr 9, 2014$5,760$77,821
Apr 9, 2012$5,636$78,275
Apr 9, 2011$6,713$98,067
Apr 9, 2010$7,689$126,120
Apr 9, 2009$7,444$133,658
Apr 9, 2008$7,230$135,008
Apr 9, 2006$6,286$128,886
Apr 9, 2005$5,891—
Apr 9, 2004$5,464—
Apr 9, 2003$5,205—
Apr 9, 2002$4,346—
Apr 9, 2001$3,886$65,738
Apr 9, 2000$4,434$70,687
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Neighborhood details
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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