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251 Central Avenue

Highland Park, IL 60035
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Bed 3

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

SqFt2,301

Sqft

Acres0.31

Acre(Lot)

Nestled in the heart of East Highland Park, 251 Central Avenue offers the perfect blend of coastal atmosphere and downtown convenience. Situated on a lushly landscaped corner lot between vibrant Downtown Highland Park and the shores of Lake Michigan. Inside, the layout is designed for both comfort and effortless hosting. The spacious Living Room, anchored by a cozy Gas Fireplace, flows seamlessly into a large Dining Room with a beautiful bay window. Just off of the Living Room, step through the French Doors to the bright Family Room addition, outfitted with vaulted ceilings, skylights, a wall of built in shelves, a dry bar and sliders out to the Patio. The delightful eat in Kitchen has been updated with a Wolf Gas Range, Marble Countertops and a custom Stainless Steel Range Hood. Adjacent to the Kitchen, the lovely Screened Porch featuring a beadboard ceiling and wonderful terra cotta tile flooring, is the ideal sanctuary for morning coffee or bug free evenings. The second floor is host to a sprawling Primary Suite, offering an incredible amount of space thanks to the thoughtful integration of the 4th Bedroom. This expansive layout features rich Hardwood Floors and an abundance of closet space. For those needing an extra Bedroom, the floor plan can be easily converted back to it's original 4 Bedroom configuration. The Ensuite Bath rounds out the space with a large, oversized walk in shower and timeless porcelain vanity. Two additional Bedrooms and a Full Bath complete the second floor. The unfinished Basement is full of potential, a blank canvas to put your personal stamp on this extra 1,000 sq ft of space. Additional amenities include a practical attached two-car Garage, Underground Sprinkler System and Gutter Guards. A truly unbeatable location with unmatched convenience, this charming residence is ready for its next chapter!

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $1,095,000

AD Id : 89178409

MLS Id : MRD12687420

Beds : 3

Lot Size : 0.31 Acre

Living Area Size : 2,301

Year Built : 1965

Garage : 2

County : Lake

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Feature Features

  • Bedroom Information

    Total Bedroom: 3 Room Types: Sun Room

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 3 Full Baths: 2 Half Baths: 1

    Room Information

    Rooms Total: 7

    Interior Features

    Dry Bar, Walk-In Closet(s), Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Range Hood Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Flooring Information

    Flooring: Hardwood Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding
  • Heating & Cooling

    Heating: Natural Gas Cooling: Central Air WaterSource: Lake Michigan

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1965

  • Lot Information

    Lot Dimensions: 100X135 Lot Description: Corner Lot Lot Acres: 0.31 Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre

    Property Information

    Property Type: Residential Sub Type: Detached Single Type Detached: 2 Stories

  • Listing Price Information

    Original List Price:$1095000

  • Tax Information

    Annual Tax: $20605 Tax Year: 2025 Parcel Number: 16234030140000

  • Parking Information

    Total Parking: 2 Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage

    Garage Information

    Garage Space: 2

    Homeowners Association Information

    Included Fees: None

  • School Information

    Elementary School: Indian Trail Elementary School Junior High School: Edgewood Middle School Senior High School: Highland Park High School
  • Utility Information

    Sewer: Public Sewer Water Source: Lake Michigan
  • Location Information

    City: Highland Park Direction: East on Central Ave to corner of Central and Dale, 1 block West of Central Park on the Lake
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