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339 Prairie Avenue

Highwood, IL 60040
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Bed 5

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

SqFt1,788

Sqft

Acres0.29

Acre(Lot)

Custom Remodeled 5-Bedroom, 3-Bath Home - Fully Permitted Renovation! Beautifully renovated from top to bottom, this exceptional home seamlessly blends elevated finishes, thoughtful design, and functional living space. Major improvements include a new architectural shingle roof, premium LP SmartSide siding, new windows, gutters and downspouts, furnace, central A/C, water heater, updated plumbing and electrical, doors, and trim. Gorgeous refinished hardwood floors span the entire first floor, complemented by new carpeting throughout the second floor. At the heart of the home is the thoughtfully designed chef's eat-in kitchen, featuring custom cabinetry with under-cabinet lighting, stunning Taj Mahal quartzite countertops and backsplash, and stainless steel appliances. The bright and invitin g living room with fireplace flows effortlessly into the dining room, creating a comfortable and spacious setting for both everyday living and entertaining. The versatile floor plan offers 2 bedrooms, a dedicated office, and a full bath on the first floor, plus 3 additional bedrooms and a full bath upstairs. This thoughtfully designed layout provides exceptional flexibility for families, guests, or those who work from home. The large partially finished basement offers tremendous potential, featuring a bonus room, full bathroom, abundant storage, dedicated laundry area, and space that could accommodate a second kitchen and recreation room-ideal for extended living, entertaining, or additional finished space. Outside, enjoy an exceptional 265-foot-deep, fully fenced backyard with a garden and brand-new stone patio, offering an abundance of space to relax, entertain, garden, play, or enjoy summer evenings. The expansive yard provides plenty of room for children to play, outdoor activities, and creating your own backyard oasis. A new asphalt driveway leads to the 1-car garage with a new garage door and opener. Ideally located in Highwood, close to schools, parks, shopping, restaurants, Metra transportation, and major expressways. Fully permitted, extensively renovated, and truly move-in ready-this is a home where quality craftsmanship, elevated finishes, and thoughtful design come together.

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $679,000

AD Id : 90846111

MLS Id : MRD12745835

Beds : 5

Lot Size : 0.29 Acre

Living Area Size : 1,788

Tax Amount : 9202.36

Year Built : 1926

Garage : 1

County : Lake

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Feature Features

  • Bedroom Information

    Total Bedroom: 5 Room Types: Bedroom 5, Office, Bonus Room, Storage

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 3 Full Baths: 3

    Room Information

    Rooms Total: 10

    Interior Features

    1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Open Floorplan Roof: Asphalt Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s) Laundry Features: In Unit, Sink

    Roofing Information

    Asphalt
  • Flooring Information

    Flooring: Hardwood Construction Materials: Brick, Wood Siding
  • Heating & Cooling

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

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1926

  • Lot Information

    Lot Dimensions: 48x2675 Lot Acres: 0.29 Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre

    Property Information

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

  • Listing Price Information

    Original List Price:$679000

  • Tax Information

    Annual Tax: $9202.36 Tax Year: 2025 Parcel Number: 16154190030000 Tax Exemption: Homeowner

  • Parking Information

    Total Parking: 1 Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

    Garage Information

    Garage Space: 1

    Homeowners Association Information

    Included Fees: None

  • School Information

    Senior High School: Highland Park High School
  • Utility Information

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

    City: Highwood Direction: Prairie ave just west of green bay rd.
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MLS: MRED #12745835 LISTED BY: Dmitry Livshis, Liv Realty Inc 847-772-3462 SOURCE: Midwest Real Estate Data LLC (MRED) (Listings courtesy of Midwest Real Estate Data LLC (MRED) as distributed by MLS GRID)

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