Sold310d on marketHistoric · 96 yrs
44 Prairie Ave
Highwood, IL, 60040 • 60040 • Lake County
$430,000
$195/sqft
5Beds
2Baths
2,201Sqft
0.15 acLot
1930Built
Property DNA
Traditional Style
Built 1930 · 96 years of history
Outdoor Living
Patio
1 Fireplace
Family Room
2-Car Garage
Asphalt · Garage Door Opener · Garage Owned · Detached · Garage
Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
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Market activity
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310 days on market
Established listing
$195/sqft
Price per square foot
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1930 · Historic
This older home is full of character and ready for your personal touch! Featuring great bones and spacious rooms, this property offers a fantastic rental opportunity or can be used as a single-family home. Located in the heart of Highwood, just moments from Lake Michigan and the best of the North Shore, you'll enjoy easy access to dining, shopping, Metra, and top-rated schools. While some updates are needed, the home provides a solid foundation in a highly desirable area. Home will be sold as-is. Don't miss this chance to rent or invest in a prime location!
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$2,681/month
Principal & Interest$2,108
Property Tax$430
Insurance$143
Down payment20% ($86,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.20% rate · 30yr fixed · $344,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1930
HeatingNatural Gas, Steam
CoolingNone
Parking2 Garage spaces
Lot6,534 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleTraditional
Year built1930
Stories2
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas, Steam
CoolingNone
RoofAsphalt
ConstructionStucco
Water / SewerLake Michigan / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingAsphalt, Garage Door Opener, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Garage2 spaces
BasementUnfinished,Full
Fireplaces1
Lot6,534 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood60040
Annual tax$7,964
Parcel1615417011
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
11 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Range
Microwave
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Gas Water Heater
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating
Natural Gas
Steam
Cooling
None
Laundry
In Unit
Fireplace
Family Room
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Parking
Asphalt
Garage Door Opener
Garage Owned
Detached
Garage
Construction
Stucco
Patio & Porch
Patio
Other Equipment
Ceiling Fan(s)
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Second11×11 ft121 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom2
Second11×11 ft121 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom3
Main11×10 ft110 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom4
Main11×10 ft110 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom5
Main12×9 ft108 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Other
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market310
Est. value$446,200
Est. rent$3,815/mo
Tax rate2.60%
Price/sqft$195
On marketMar 14, 2025
PostedMar 14, 2025
Last sold$430,000
MLS statusClosed
MLS updatedDec 17, 2025
Tour days6
Views9
How are the schools in Highwood?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Highwood, IL, 60040
Price history
6 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Jun 3, 2025Sold$430,000$195MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
May 18, 2025Pending Sale$439,000$199MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Apr 14, 2025Contingent$439,000$199MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Apr 6, 2025Price Change$439,000$199MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Mar 14, 2025Listed For Sale$450,000$204MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Dec 13, 1999Sold$200,000$91Public Record
Sold$430,000
Jun 3, 2025•$195/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$439,000
May 18, 2025•$199/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$439,000
Apr 14, 2025•$199/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$439,000
Apr 6, 2025•$199/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$450,000
Mar 14, 2025•$204/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$200,000
Dec 13, 1999•$91/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
22 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2023$9,660$126,628
Apr 10, 2022$7,964$114,141
Apr 10, 2021$7,378$91,558
Apr 10, 2020$7,206$88,505
Apr 10, 2019$6,991$88,091
Apr 10, 2018$7,066$93,952
Apr 10, 2017$7,066$93,410
Apr 10, 2016$6,652$88,928
Apr 10, 2015$6,293$82,624
Apr 10, 2014$6,155$76,786
Apr 10, 2012$5,555$77,234
Apr 10, 2011$6,703$97,930
Apr 10, 2010$7,700$126,295
Apr 10, 2009$7,455$133,843
Apr 10, 2008$7,241$135,195
Apr 10, 2006$6,155$129,064
Apr 10, 2005$5,760—
Apr 10, 2004$5,428—
Apr 10, 2003$5,170—
Apr 10, 2002$4,457—
Apr 10, 2001$4,386$71,536
Apr 10, 2000$4,608$71,309
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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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