1040 E Carpenter Dr, Palatine, IL 60074
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1040 E Carpenter Dr
Palatine, IL 60074

  • 4 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,509 sqft

$589,900

Est. Mortgage $4,030/mo*
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$589,900

Est. Mortgage $4,030/mo*
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4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,509 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

Location, Location, Location * Spinnaker Cove, Palatines Custom Subdivision * 4 Bedroom * 2.5 Bathroom * Over 3700 of Finished SQFT * Wood Buring Fireplace * Roof (2025) * Newer Windows * Electrical Pannel (2026) * HVAC (2021) * Hot Water Heater (2023) * Newer Soffits and Gutters * Newer Garage Doors * Freshly Painted (2026) * Carpet (2026). First Floor Features: Eat -In Kitchen * Granite Countertops * Dishwasher (2025) * Refrigerator (2024) * First Floor Laundry with Washer and Dryer Included * Separate Dining Room * Family Room with wood burning Fireplace and Gas starter * Extended Living Space with a 31 ft X 16 ft deck with built in seating. Second Floor Features: Large Primary Suite with Dual Closets, Full Bathroom and large 6 x 7 ft walk in closet * 3 additional bedrooms * Shared Full Bath. Lower-Level Features * Finished Basement with drop ceiling * New Luxury Vinyl Flooring * Storage. Additional Highlights: 2-car garage * Beautiful Landscaping * Flat Yard * Across the street from Sycamore Park Pickle Ball Courts and Maple Park and the Baseball Diamond * 1 block from Jane Adams Elementary School * 1 Block from District 211's Palatine High School * 24 minutes to O'Hare * 3 miles to the Palatine Metra * 3 miles to Arlington Park Metra * 2.5 miles to Twin Lakes 9-hole golf course * 2 miles to IL RT 53 * 2 minutes from the 9 mile biking, walking and strolling paved trails. You will love the location and the neighborhood.

Open House

Saturday, July 18
11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Sunday, July 19
11:00 AM to 1:00 PM

Home Highlights

Parking
2 Car Garage
Outdoor
Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$235
Listed
No Info

Home Details for 1040 E Carpenter Dr

Active Status

MLS Status: New

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished,FullNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Deck, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2509 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal, Electric CooktopDishwasherDisposalLaundry: Main Level,Gas Dryer Hookup,SinkMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Wood Burning, Gas Starter, Family RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: DeckFoundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Concrete,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public SewerWater Body: N

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1974
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New ConstructionNo Additional ParcelsIs Habitable Residence
Property Information
Parcel Number: 02123090200000Model Home Type: Custom

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $589,900Price Per Sqft: $235
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

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Location

Direction & Address
City: PalatineCommunity: Spinnaker Cove
School Information
Elementary School: Jane Addams Elementary SchoolElementary School District: 15Jr High / Middle School: Winston Campus Middle SchoolJr High / Middle School District: 15High School: Palatine High SchoolHigh School District: 211

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 12704980

Building

Building Details
Builder Model: Custom
Building Area
Building Area: 3759 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Park, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9539.64 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12704980

Additional Information

ParkPoolTennis Court(s)CurbsSidewalksStreet LightsStreet PavedSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD IDX Comments Reviews: NoMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesMRD AVM On IDX Display: NoMRD Address On VOW Display: YesMRD Price History On IDX Display: NoMRD Market Time On IDX Display: NoMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address DisplayHide Days On Site DisplayHide Price History DisplayMRD Remarks On VOW Display: Yes
Last check for updates: 6 minutes ago
Listing courtesy of: Barbara Cullen, (847) 381-0300
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12704980
Also Listed on MRED as distributed by MLS GRID.

Market trends in Palatine

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$341K
$40.5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.3%
0.9%MoM
Price per sq ft
$237
$7MoM
Available listings
221
41MoM

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax
Assessment$401,710
Home facts updated by county records

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Palatine

At least 542 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 91 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 84 % Say car is needed

  • 79 % Say parking is easy

  • 78 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 74 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 73 % Say kids play outside

  • 68 % Say it's quiet

  • 67 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 63 % Say there's wildlife

  • 63 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 61 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 57 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 57 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 52 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 51 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 37 % Say there are community events

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  • Kasey Egle
    "You definitely need a car to get around to most places. Some places are walkable but it is much easier to get around with a car. My commute to the city Chicago is always great and convenient using the local Palatine Metra Station."
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  • Luke Fischer
    "Soccer games and walking in the park. Pickle ball under the lights. Green lawns and flowers. Downtown festivals and parades. "
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  • Schaedig5
    "Lots of dogs in the neighborhood. People keep them on leashes and are always walking the sidewalks. "
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  • 4h8zhsv4r2
    "Friendly neighbors and easy access to so many outdoor activities and walking paths. Golf restaurants and bars all around "
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  • June Holmstrom
    "Block party, outdoor concerts, holiday parades, friendly neighbors, close to everything, excellent walkability."
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  • Michael Anzalone
    "Like the forest preserve trails to walk their dog . There are a few places Togo . Also there is a mini dog Park "
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  • Maryjean79
    "Lots of dog owners here and many walking paths. Most dog owners are thoughtful of other neighbors when walking their dogs "
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  • Elizabeth Strong
    "Palatine has a great mix of affordable housing, including apartments, townhouses, and single-family homes. With plenty of stores, access to the highway, and multiple large forest preserves, it’s a great mix of green space and accessibility. I think our library is top-tier and there are plenty of free community activities for kids and adults. "
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  • Susan S.
    "Winding streets, friendly neighbors, great schools, neighborhood Easter egg hunts , sleigh rides, and block parties! We have lived here for 25 years "
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  • Everferreyra
    "Friendly family community makes it a great living place. Trails and forest preserves around the area make it a plus"
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  • Kaseyegle
    "The Palatine Jaycees Festival during the 4th of July Weekend, Palatine Oktoberfest, and Town Square events. Downtown Palatine also has so many restaurants and things to enjoy."
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  • Elizabeth Strong
    "Lots of people are out walking their dogs. I see people using leashes and the dogs look well-behaved"
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  • Schaedig5
    "We’ve been living here for over 10 years and love that everything is so close. Safe community with great neighbors. "
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  • Julia Eltringham
    "Very drivable and public transportation is available, if needed. I drive about twenty minutes to get to work"
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  • Trulia User
    "I've lived in this neighborhood for 7 months and it's quite peaceful and quiet out here and it's got good proximity to marketplaces like Walmart, gas stations, schools. "
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  • Jairo M.
    "Depending on where you live you may be limited to the dog. But Dog’s are welcomed and you must look after them. And The city requires you to register your dogs with a small fee. "
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  • Robards3314
    "There are a lot of parks. Many people have dogs, and you se dogs around everywhere. Our neighborhood is definitely dog friendly."
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  • Unjomm
    "Fireworks! Carnival! Bike show! Fresh food farm market! Easter Egg Hunting at local churches!!! Petting zoo at churches is fun! Flea market is fun too!!!!!! "
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  • Unjomm
    "4th of july fireworks at the palatine park district! Carnivals for children!!! Farmer market! Bike show"
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  • Haley H.
    "Everyone has dogs and everyone is friendly and says hi to each other when passing. Sjshshdjdksb sjskcksjah "
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  • Laismamao
    "I see people walking their dogs all the time and dogs seem welcome in the neighborhood. There are parks around too "
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  • Agjames
    "I lived here for two years. No problems at all. Decent people and Very diverse. I always felt safe no matter what time of the day. "
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  • Haley H.
    "There is a farmers market on Saturday mornings and street fest in August with bands and Oktoberfest in September"
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  • Jacob P.
    "Very safe, friendly families, close to main transportation and excellent schools. Highly recommend this community "
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  • Patrycefenty
    "I drive my car, there are no buses around. the train station is about 15 minutes from me. There are Also no sidewalks to walk along, but there is a forest preserve near by. "
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  • Rita D.
    "Everyone is friendly. Great place to raise children. There are a lot things to do in Palatine. Great parks for children and downtown Palatine is beautiful."
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  • Rita D.
    "I’ve lived in Palatine for 20 years and feel safe. The neighbors are friendly and helpful and an all in all great neighborhood and great area to raise your children."
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  • Tattoonams
    "I love palatine. It’s a great place to live close to train stations buses and most major stores and banks. As well as easy access to highways "
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  • Rosaura8
    "Friendly and convenient and have lived here 20 years. Close proximity to major highways and stores. Close to my employer office."
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  • Bacik_20
    "Taxes are outrageous, people aren’t friendly, weather is garbage, hopefully moving soon! Too many people live here as well. "
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  • Rita C.
    "I think Palatine is unique in a way because it has a nice neighborhood feel to it. even walking down the street people say hi when they walk by. its cozy and comfortable and everyone is friendly. I love living here."
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  • Kavita
    "This is very peaceful neighborhood with all easy approach stores parks restaurants and well maintained surroundings "
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  • Gypsylee B.
    "There are plenty of things. There are neighborhood festivals. There are plenty of family owned restaurants too."
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  • Kat S.
    "Don’t know public transport. Traffic sucks because of all the IL and US major roads which means they’re terribly plowed because they’re controlled my IDOT. Couple of intersections have frequent accidents. "
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  • Vinodan_4
    "Schools are decent. I work nearby so commute is easy. traffic does not get too congested. In all good quiet place. "
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  • Matthew H.
    "Great area to raise a family. It has always feels like Hometown, USA. I would recommend to anyone moving in the area."
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  • Rupali M.
    "No interaction with neighbors and no social interaction within the society, specially the Parkside where we live."
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  • Anthony P.
    "There are many families that live in the surrounding condominiuns. There are always people walking their dogs and going to the nearby "dog park" (converted tennis court)."
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  • Michael K. C.
    "I drive to Waukegan every day and it’s pretty congested most days, I get stuck in traffic almost every day "
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  • Maryjean79
    "I commute to another suburb. 20 minute drive. Close to major highways. You can take commuter train to downtown Chicago. "
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Barbara Cullen, @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Agent Phone: (847) 381-0300
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1040 E Carpenter Dr, Palatine, IL 60074 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,509 sqft single-family home built in 1974. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 12704980.