1306 E  Best Dr, Arlington Heights, IL 60004
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SOLD
DEC 31, 2025

1306 E Best Dr
Arlington Heights, IL 60004

  • 4 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,600 sqft

$572,500

Last Sold: Dec 31, 2025
5% below list $600K
$220/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $3,901/mo*

$572,500

Last Sold: Dec 31, 2025
5% below list $600K
$220/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $3,901/mo*
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,600 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Description

Welcome home to 1306 East Best Drive! Perfectly situated just across the street from Centennial Park and Riley Elementary, this home sits in one of Arlington Heights' most desirable neighborhoods of Northgate. This spacious and well-maintained 4-bedroom, 2.1-bath home includes a covered front porch, a sub-basement, and thoughtful upgrades throughout - including a second kitchen and a large, finished bonus room on the third level. The main level features a light and bright living and dining area with hardwood floors, ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The huge, updated eat-in kitchen offers an abundance of rich cabinetry, granite countertops, and an adjacent breakfast nook. Upstairs, you'll find 4 generously sized bedrooms, including a primary suite with ample closet space and a private bath with walk-in shower. The third level provides even more flexibility with a large bonus room currently used as the home's fourth bedroom - complete with plenty of space for seating and home office. The lower level adds warmth and character with a cozy, beamed family room featuring a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace and rich wood built-ins. From there, you'll step into the large versatile mudroom just off the large 2-car garage, which includes the second full kitchen and laundry area - perfect for extended living, entertaining, or hosting the largest of family gatherings. A sub-basement below is loaded with potential and provides excellent additional storage and future living space if needed. Outside, enjoy the large backyard with an expanded concrete patio, ideal for outdoor entertaining and summer barbecues. Simply a great home in a terrific location - close to parks, schools, shopping, and all that Arlington Heights has to offer! Roof 2018.
1306 E Best Dr, Arlington Heights, IL 60004 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,600 sqft single-family home built in 1972. It last sold for $572,500 on Dec 31, 2025 (5% below the $599,900 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $714,300, with a rent estimate of $3,865/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
2 Car Garage
Outdoor
Patio
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$220/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 1306 E Best Dr

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Sub-Basement,FullNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Breakfast Room, 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: 2600 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, DryerDishwasherDryerLaundry: In Unit,SinkMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: PatioFoundation: 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,Attached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1972
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, BrickNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 03084080130000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $599,900Price Per Sqft: $220/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Nov 19 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: Arlington HeightsCommunity: Northgate
School Information
Elementary School: J W Riley Elementary SchoolElementary School District: 21Jr High / Middle School: Jack London Middle SchoolJr High / Middle School District: 21High School: Buffalo Grove High SchoolHigh School District: 214

Agent Information

Buyer Agent
Buyer Company Name: The Blackshaw Messel Group

Community

Community Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9408.96 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12500799

Additional Information

ParkCurbsSidewalksStreet LightsSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display
Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago
Listed by Sarah Leonard, E-PRO, (224) 239-3966
Legacy Properties, A Sarah Leonard Company, LLC
James Brown, (224) 629-9873
Legacy Properties, A Sarah Leonard Company, LLC
Bought with: Matthew Messel, Compass
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12500799

Price History for 1306 E Best Dr

DatePriceEventSource
12/31/2025$572,500Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12500799
11/20/2025$599,900ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12500799
10/22/2025$599,900Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12500799

Market trends in Arlington Heights

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$437K
$28K
MoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
0.8%
MoM
Price per sq ft
$262
$24
MoM
Available listings
207
32
MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax
Assessment$341,460
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1306 E Best Dr

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.19
Single-Family Home
$705,000
06/30/26
4
2.5
2,567
0.27
Single-Family Home
$550,000
05/13/26
4
2.5
2,094
0.24
Single-Family Home
$585,000
04/30/26
4
2.5
2,242
0.31
Single-Family Home
$565,000
06/12/26
4
2.5
2,323
0.32
Single-Family Home
$631,000
06/05/26
4
2.5
2,552
0.27
Single-Family Home
$586,000
08/28/25
4
3.5
2,650
0.27
Single-Family Home
$645,000
08/29/25
4
2.5
2,263
0.13
Single-Family Home
$565,000
12/18/25
3
2
1,306

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Arlington Heights

At least 529 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 91 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 86 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 84 % Say car is needed

  • 83 % Say parking is easy

  • 78 % Say kids play outside

  • 77 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 74 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 71 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 70 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 68 % Say it's quiet

  • 67 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 65 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 59 % Say there's wildlife

  • 58 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 54 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 43 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Cherry Phuangphila
    "Arlington Heights has everything to offer. New grades, young adults, family friendly neighborhoods. School, playgrounds, stadiums and beyonds."
  • Lissycabrera64
    "Great school and park district with choices in organized sports. Music festivals and restaurants that are kid friendly. "
  • Ariel Laureano
    "It’s a very pet friendly neighborhood, I’ve lived here for over 20 years and have raised two kids here. It’s an amazing place to buy a home, specially with the potential of the Chicago Bears making it home in the future. "
  • Sgillinson
    "As long as you keep your dogs leashed when walking, everyone is quite welcoming in regards to dogs. I see dogs everywhere. "
  • Steve
    "Live here for two years now and love it. I’m around everything. Gym, stores, restaurants. People are nice. Beautiful neighborhoods. "
  • Denise W.
    "Majority of the people that live in my neighborhood own dogs. It's a pet friendly neighborhood. A lot of the people grew up in this neighborhood have returned after living in the Chicago. to raise a family. "
  • Pedrolsthename
    "It’s very well. I’ve been living here my whole life. There’s schools around, shops at a walks or short drive distance. And parks nearly everywhere "
  • Gina H.
    "Arlington Heights is a very friendly, close knit community. The schools are within walking distance and most families are very involved. Blocks have block parties, count on neighbors and know each other very well. "
  • Teri.buczinsky
    "We have a summer festival called “Frontier Days” that is an incredible four-day party. Our park district facilities and public library are some of the best in the country."
  • Rigo.alvarado1999
    "Very fun neighborhood very friendly everyone loves it and you’ll enjoy it here I assure you. Man one of the best neighborhoods out here in palatine "
  • Teri.buczinsky
    "We have a festival called “Frontier Days” that is a popular 5-day celebration of the Fourth of July and our community. Our schools, park district, and public library are some of the best in the nation."
  • Gina H.
    "There is a sense of community. It is a large town, but it has a small town feel. People feel safe, you feel like you know everyone and the local small businesses thrive from locals eating & shopping local. "
  • Jennifer A.
    "Great school district, very clean, friendly, lots of restaurants a few minutes away, lots of shopping as well"
  • Indigogirls13
    "Block parties Christmas Party complete with Santa and a sleigh ride. Friendly Kids have a “walking school bus” to school. Neighborhood phone directory. "
  • Ghomstad4
    "There are plenty of places to walk your dog- parks, spacious streets, other dog walkers, street lamps etc!"
  • Angie.harisiadis
    "Small, friendly community. Friendly and safe environment to grow a family. Hard working people live in AH"
  • Christina T.
    "Great place to live. It’s safe, people are nice and public areas are very well kept. I’m very happy to be living here. "
  • Veronica
    "A good sense of safety. Not a food desert and lots of restaurants and stores to choose from. The community is very diverse. "
  • Ghammond002
    "Great schools, parks and excellent community feel. Walk to train,restaurants, shops and bars. There are many community events that happen throughout the year. "
  • Benjamin M.
    "Very safe and lots of young families. Always have kids playing outside and all the neighborhoods around us have block parties and make an effort to get to know you. "
  • Maryann S.
    "Good schools-parks-low crime-feel very safe here-friendly people outstanding library-easy to walk to parks-restaurants-groceries "
  • Travelogue.u
    "Yes they will like it. Nice and quiet neighborhood. All stores and parks are closed by as well. I would highly recommend this place "
  • Dinora A.
    "It’s a good place to live at. The neighborhood is safe for children. Good school in this area. They don’t allow pet dog or cat, but they aloud fish and little animals. "
  • Annette P.
    "It’s very nice. People are friendly and they care about each other. It’s also a dog friendly city which is important to me. "
  • Daisy G.
    "Very ray live 0.2 miles from the office convenient, 2 supermarkets in walking distance. Safe, really no concern for crime. But always alert."
  • Corinne P.
    "We’ve lived here for 43 years. Neighbors are very friendly and the community is well taken care of. Many community events in which to take part. "
  • Mauiboundcs
    "I’ve lived in Arlington Heights for 35+ years. It is a great place to live and raise kids! People take pride in their homes and their community."
  • Dianasiby
    "Excellent area to live; very calm and peaceful place to live. Lots of nice people live here. Library and hospital is excellent "
  • Don_miletic
    "Park district is only one around that does not allow leased dogs in parks. People still do it but not allowed. "
  • Annette P.
    "Lots of dog lovers! Dog park in Mt Prospect is part of the Arlington Heights community. Minimal fee per year to join. "
  • Angela L.
    "So many wonderful facilities and events for children to enjoy. The town really caters to families with children. I just dont like how many of the schools are so chopped up in the weirdest ways. Kids are not able to stay with same friends always when they go to middle and then high school"
  • Rajesh S.
    "There is no public transport without your own car you can’t go outside . Metra train is the only way to go to downtown and has frequent trains "
  • FSalz
    "20 min usually medium traffic,if people would go when the light is green and stay up with the car ahead the traffic would move better tho."
  • Annette P.
    "Beautiful parks in Arlington Heights to walk dogs. Lots of people out walking dogs every day. Have met some great people on our walks!"
  • Ralph R.
    "there are several cool community events out there for every holiday Easter Halloween everything it's a good place to live"
  • Jennifer S.
    "Easy commute to and from work. Easy access to main roads and highways. Easy access to train. Never really much traffic."

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