Sold953d on market
214 S Central Ave
Highwood, IL, 60040 • 60040 • Lake County
$330,000
$278/sqft
3Beds
2Baths
1,188Sqft
0.17 acLot
1955Built
Property DNA
Ranch Style
Built 1955 · 71 years of history
1 Fireplace
Wood Burning · Masonry · Living Room
2-Car Garage
Asphalt · Garage Door Opener · On Site · Garage Owned · Detached · Garage
Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
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Market activity
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953 days on market
Established listing
$278/sqft
Price per square foot
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1955
Well maintained mid-century 3-bedroom ranch, solid all brick construction. One owner property. Newer Pella windows in bedrooms, bathroom, and kitchen. Large living room dining room combination with stone fireplace. Hardwood floors throughout bedrooms and living/dining rooms which have always been protected with carpeting. Home boasts 2.5 car detached brick/block construction garage with a large driveway area, 1188 square foot basement with walk out service door and additional bath, dual laundry facilities located on first floor and in basement area. Recently updated furnace and hot water heater. Highly desirable location close to schools and proximity to Metra train station, shops, and restaurants. Highwood is located on the North Shore, bordering Lake Michigan and hosts numerous festivals and celebrations throughout the year as well as a newly renovated business district.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights stone fireplace, additional bath, and newer pella windows as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$2,058/month
Principal & Interest$1,618
Property Tax$330
Insurance$110
Down payment20% ($66,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.20% rate · 30yr fixed · $264,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1955
HeatingNatural Gas, Steam
CoolingSmall Duct High Velocity
Parking2 Garage spaces
Lot7,409 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleRanch
Year built1955
Stories1
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas, Steam
CoolingSmall Duct High Velocity
ConstructionBrick
Water / SewerLake Michigan / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingAsphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Garage2 spaces
BasementUnfinished,Exterior Entry,Full,Walk-Out Access
Fireplaces1
Lot7,409 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood60040
Annual tax$7,326
Parcel1615409026
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
11 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
1st Floor Bedroom
1st Floor Full Bath
Bookcases
Replacement Windows
Appliances
Range
Refrigerator
Washer
Dryer
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating
Natural Gas
Steam
Cooling
Small Duct High Velocity
Laundry
Main Level
Multiple Locations
Fireplace
Wood Burning
Masonry
Living Room
Windows
Replacement Windows
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Parking
Asphalt
Garage Door Opener
On Site
Garage Owned
Detached
Garage
Construction
Brick
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Main14×10 ft140 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)
Bedroom2
Main11×9 ft99 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)
Bedroom3
Main11×10 ft110 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)
Bedroom4
Other
Other
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market953
Est. value$425,000
Est. rent$2,778/mo
Tax rate2.60%
Price/sqft$278
On marketJul 21, 2023
PostedJul 21, 2023
Last sold$330,000
MLS statusClosed
MLS updatedAug 30, 2023
Tour days6
Views3
How are the schools in Highwood?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Highwood, IL, 60040
Price history
5 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Aug 30, 2023Sold$330,000$278MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Aug 15, 2023Contingent$365,000$307MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Aug 2, 2023Listed For Sale$365,000$307MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jul 25, 2023Contingent$365,000$307MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jul 21, 2023Listed For Sale$365,000$307MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$330,000
Aug 30, 2023•$278/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$365,000
Aug 15, 2023•$307/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$365,000
Aug 2, 2023•$307/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$365,000
Jul 25, 2023•$307/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$365,000
Jul 21, 2023•$307/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Tax history
22 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2023$6,501$102,852
Apr 10, 2022$7,327$92,710
Apr 10, 2021$6,759$95,133
Apr 10, 2020$6,601$91,960
Apr 10, 2019$6,412$91,530
Apr 10, 2018$6,224$93,708
Apr 10, 2017$6,224$93,168
Apr 10, 2016$5,277$88,697
Apr 10, 2015$5,371$82,410
Apr 10, 2014$5,259$76,542
Apr 10, 2012$5,237$76,988
Apr 10, 2011$5,892$90,667
Apr 10, 2010$6,267$107,811
Apr 10, 2009$6,079$114,254
Apr 10, 2008$5,913$115,408
Apr 10, 2006$5,174$110,175
Apr 10, 2005$4,858—
Apr 10, 2004$4,499—
Apr 10, 2003$4,342—
Apr 10, 2002$4,033—
Apr 10, 2001$1,978$66,812
Apr 10, 2000$3,814$61,568
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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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