1981 Madison Ave, Gurnee, IL 60031
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OFF MARKET

$425,100

Trulia Estimate
  • 4 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,366 sqft

1981 Madison Ave, Gurnee, IL 60031

Est. Refi. Payment $3,277/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Aug 29, 2023 for $350,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$425K
Since last month
Decreased$2K (-0.5%)
Since last year
Increased$13K (+3%)
Since last sale
Increased$76K (+21.6%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +68% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$426K
August 2026$428K
July 2026$431K
June 2026$438K
May 2026$436K
April 2026$430K
March 2026$424K
February 2026$415K
January 2026$408K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
5573 Barnwood Dr, Gurnee, IL
0.16
Single-Family Home
$382,000
04/17/26
4
2.5
2,304
5774 Constitution Ave, Gurnee, IL
0.12
Single-Family Home
$370,000
04/30/26
4
1.5
1,872
5633 Barnwood Dr, Gurnee, IL
0.09
Single-Family Home
$385,000
09/23/25
4
1.5
1,615
1853 Gatewood Dr, Gurnee, IL
0.24
Single-Family Home
$285,000
07/08/26
4
2.5
2,373
2446 Lawson Blvd, Gurnee, IL
0.24
Single-Family Home
$490,000
07/22/26
4
2.5
2,254
5875 Constitution Ave, Gurnee, IL
0.26
Single-Family Home
$379,900
03/13/26
4
2.5
1,872
5570 Medinah Ct, Gurnee, IL
0.16
Single-Family Home
$530,000
11/07/25
4
3
3,201
5825 Hancock Ln, Gurnee, IL
0.17
Single-Family Home
$385,000
07/20/26
3
2
1,494
2105 Lawson Blvd, Gurnee, IL
0.22
Single-Family Home
$385,000
01/23/26
3
1.5
1,615

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1969 Madison Ave, Gurnee, IL 60031
0.01
$360,600
3
1.5
1,615
Off Market
5633 Barnwood Dr, Gurnee, IL 60031
0.09
$412,000
4
1.5
1,615
Off Market
1945 Franklin Ct, Gurnee, IL 60031
0.07
$415,000
4
2.5
1,996
Off Market
2021 Liberty Ln, Gurnee, IL 60031
0.06
$396,300
3
2
1,494
Off Market
5752 Constitution Ave, Gurnee, IL 60031
0.09
$408,500
4
2.5
1,872
Off Market
2013 Liberty Ln, Gurnee, IL 60031
0.07
$440,000
4
2.5
2,714
Recently Sold
1992 Packard Ln, Gurnee, IL 60031
0.14
$482,600
4
3.5
3,470
Off Market
Address Not Disclosed, Gurnee, IL 60031
0.12
$370,000
4
1.5
1,872
Recently Sold
5570 Medinah Ct, Gurnee, IL 60031
0.16
$563,500
4
3
3,201
Off Market
1925 Gatewood Dr, Gurnee, IL 60031
0.14
$505,500
4
2.5
2,395
Off Market
5690 Delaware Ave, Gurnee, IL 60031
0.13
$285,000
3
2
1,600
Recently Sold

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School3 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1988
2,366 sqft
$180/sqft
2 Car Garage

About this House

This adorable 4 bedroom 2.5 bath home is ready for you to move in. Freshly painted throughout. Kitchen boasts white cabinets and updated appliances. Room for a table in your eat in kitchen as well as a formal dining room. Two great living spaces on first floor. Large primary bedroom has walk in closet, linen closet, and ensuite bathroom. 3 more generously sized bedrooms upstairs. Basement is ready for your finishing touches. Large deck and private backyard as well!
1981 Madison Ave, Gurnee, IL 60031 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,366 sqft single-family home built in 1988. It last sold for $350,000 on Aug 29, 2023 (4% below the $365,000 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in May 2014 with an asking price of $2,300 per month. That rental listing was removed on July 18, 2014. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $425,100, with a rent estimate of $3,340/month.
Last check for updates: about 19 hours ago
Listed by Joanna Elrod, (847) 887-9869
Century 21 Circle
Bought with: Randy Schulenburg, (224) 805-2616, Schulenburg Realty, Inc
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#11818218

Home Details for 1981 Madison Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished,PartialNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, 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: 2366 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, DryerDishwasherDryerLaundry: Main LevelMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
No Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Laminate
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Laminate
View
No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: Deck
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Asphalt,Garage Door Opener,On Site,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1988
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, BrickNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 07103140060000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $365,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Jul 26 2023Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: GurneeCommunity: Westgate
School Information
Elementary School District: 50Jr High / Middle School District: 50High School: Warren Township High SchoolHigh School District: 121

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9666 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: VA

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 11818218

Additional Information

Source Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 29, 2023
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11818218
Sold
$350,000
Jul 26, 2023
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11818218
Contingent
$365,000
Jul 21, 2023
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11818218
PriceChange
$365,000
Price decreased by 4%
Jul 12, 2023
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11818218
PriceChange
$379,000
Price decreased by 3%
Jun 27, 2023
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11818218
Listed For Sale
$389,000

Market trends in Gurnee

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$366K
$13.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.4%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$201
$5MoM
Available listings
107
24MoM

Around this home

What Locals Say about Gurnee

At least 305 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 89 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 87 % Say car is needed

  • 87 % Say parking is easy

  • 78 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 75 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 73 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 71 % Say it's quiet

  • 69 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 69 % Say kids play outside

  • 67 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 66 % Say there's wildlife

  • 55 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 52 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 39 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 38 % Say there are community events

  • 31 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

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  • Grafxgoddess
    "Dog friendly I suppose. What? Cats?"
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  • Todd.d.walls
    "Gurnee, Illinois is a great place to raise a family. Very close to the border of Wisconsin, for lower price gasoline, groceries and clothing. The forest preserves .offer awesome trails, fishing and non-motorized boating."
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  • Todd.d.walls
    "Commuting to another northern suburb is not an issue, especially if you are traveling north and south. It’s very easy access to interstate/tollway to both southeast Wisconsin and south Lake / northern Cook county. It’s a great place to live."
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  • Todd.d.walls
    "Gurnee Days, holiday train, beer fest and local shopping. We also have Gurnee Mills shopping, Six Flags Great America for summer and fall activities as well as indoor water park."
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  • Joya Ekworomadu
    "This neighborhood is very family-oriented. And has a sense of pride. Really integral, safe, and fun place to raise a family."
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  • andrea l hinojosa
    "There’s dogs in our neighborhood. We also have a dog park near by. Dog owners would be totally comfortable. "
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  • Todd.d.walls
    "Clean and safe neighborhoods. Also lots of options for eating out and close to our neighboring state, Wisconsin. And……Great America…fun …fun….fun. That’s it!"
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  • Debra Rottweiler
    "Great schools, neighborhood and neighbors. Good schools. There are several fast food places. Not many “good” sit down places. We usually go to Vernon Hills or Grayslake."
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  • Paula Knutel
    "We have lots of dogs in the neighborhood. We see each other in the neighborhood or neighborhood parks when we are out walking "
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  • Alexis Honey
    "There are a good amount of children in the area, and outside of the busy streets it’s relatively safe!"
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  • Paula K.
    "Lots of dogs in our neighborhood. Very dog friendly. Walking path through two little parks. Doggy waste bags available at each park."
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  • Shelkey.kick
    "Quite area for the most part. Parents need to watch there teenagers better, that they are not trying to burn down the trees have left! Lovely dog with questionable owners what don’t have them leashed at night while coyotes are out there just waiting."
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  • Sandy M.
    "it's a great area for kids as the park is down the street. everyone is very friendly and neighbors look out for each other "
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  • Kdr220721
    "Quick access to the highway, also not terribly far from multiple train stations that can take you all the way to union station"
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  • Martin W.
    "Their are many parks and sidewalks in Gurnee. Also their are lots of local pet’s businesses in the local area."
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  • Rachael R.
    "Easy access to troll ways. A lot of food options. Not walkable ."
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  • Smirna R.
    "Very peaceful are, I relocated the this area from Florida and I find it very comfortable living here.#Guenee.IL"
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  • Rhonda M.
    "Gurnee is a good community. Good schools, library, ans shopping. I do wish we had more of a downtown area."
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  • Strakusek
    "Lived here for 30 plus years. Awesome! Great people. Close to shopping. Very safe. Great schooos. A perfect place to raise a family. "
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  • Ashduffy8707
    "There’s a six flags and a big mall. U have to drive everywhere. There’s a lot of hotels. There’s a lot of shopping areas."
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  • Gloria
    "friendly place during the day but the park can be over whelming when dark comes with random people that dont live by you"
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  • Shannon I.
    "Trick or treating, parks, bike riding, trails, kayaking... we have great neighbors here who we love very much"
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  • Cindy L.
    "Gurnee mills mall and the convenient commute to great America ... so that’s what is special about the Gurnee community "
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  • Cindy L.
    "Nothing spectacular because where I live is by the mall and six flags ... so those are your community spots "
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  • Renee F.
    "There are trails close by and some of the people are friendly when it comes to you being out with your dog"
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  • Kelley A.
    "I have lived in Gurnee for quite some time and it really is a nice place to live. The schools are great, the neighborhoods are clean and the people are kind. "
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  • Tobar1970
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  • Roger L.
    "Live in this area for 15 years, it is safe, clean and I love it, recommend it as a nice place to live. I never experienced any problems in this neighborhood."
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  • Efinnelly
    "Friendly neighbors, walk to the park, community events, holiday cheer, well kept yards, kids riding bikes, buses, great schools"
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  • Chicagofinnest
    "Gurnee days and that the streets are clean and the neighborhood is very nice and clean and the neighbors are all nice and friendly "
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  • Efinnelly
    "Music in the park Farmers markets Gurnee Days Vacation Bible School Sledding Trick or Treating Dog Parks "
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  • Jaz K.
    "There are many areas to walk a dog. Sidewalks, grass, parks. Nice area for walking dogs. Neighborhood is friendly. "
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  • Megan S.
    "people are friendly. it is a nice clean neighborhood. there is no crime because we are so close to the police station. the library is within walking distance."
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  • Renee F.
    "Very great community and we love being here. There is a lot for our kids to do and the school district is great!"
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  • Justin w.
    "Easy except rush hour,normally around 5-6 the northbound is bad other than that,easy to travel around town."
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  • Maria G.
    "It is quiet and feels safe to live here. I love the atmosphere around this neighborhood. "
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  • Kathleen F. G.
    "There are many families in our neighborhood. Several parks in the area plus a golf course where our grandson has taken lessons & played with his dad & my husband. "
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  • Lilyvampwolf
    "it's quiet. mostly everything you need is on one road. the pace bus runs regularly. it's right in the middle of Chicago and Milwaukee."
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Frequently asked questions about 1981 Madison Ave

  • What is 1981 Madison Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1981 Madison Ave in Gurnee, IL is $425,100.
  • What is the price history for 1981 Madison Ave?
    1981 Madison Ave in Gurnee, IL last sold for $350,000 in August 2023.
  • Is Gurnee a buyer's or seller's market?
    Gurnee is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Gurnee?
    The median sale price in Gurnee is $366K. That is down $13.33K from the prior month.
  • Does 1981 Madison Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1981 Madison Ave in Gurnee, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 1981 Madison Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1981 Madison Ave in Gurnee, IL has in-unit laundry.

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