38W689 Highland Ave, Elgin, IL 60124
SOLDAPR 12, 2024

38W689 Highland Ave
Elgin, IL 60124

  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 4,457 sqft (on 4.96 acres)
  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 4,457 sqft (on 4.96 acres)

$720,000

Last Sold: Apr 12, 2024
1% below list $725K
$162/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $5,235/mo*
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Description

This property is no longer available to rent or to buy. This description is from April 12, 2024
A LITTLE BIT OF COUNTRY AND A LOT OF STYLE IN THIS RARE 5 ACRE PRIVATE LAKEFRONT 4 BEDROOM, 3.5 BATH RANCH WITH A FINISHED BASEMENT. VIEWS FROM THE FRESHLY PAINTED REDESIGNED KITCHEN WILL KEEP YOU COOKING ALL DAY! THE GOURMET KITCHEN FEATURES ALL NEWER STAINLESS APPLIANCES, CABINETS GALORE, A HUGE GRANITE ISLAND/BREAKFAST BAR ALONG WITH A BONUS PREP STATION/COFFEE BAR. THE EXPANSIVE DINING ROOM IS CONVENIENTLY ADJACENT TO THE KITCHEN. COZY UP TO THE GAS LOG FIREPLACE IN THE SPACIOUS LIVING ROOM OVERLOOKING THE LAKE AND ABOVE GROUND POOL. THE 2257 SQUARE FOOT MAIN LEVEL ALSO HOUSES ALL 4 BEDROOMS ALONG WITH 2 FULL AND 1 HALF BATH, AS WELL AS, THE LAUNDRY & MUDROOM AREAS. THE PRIMARY BEDROOM HAS A NEWLY EXPANDED BATH WITH A LOVELY WALK-IN SHOWER AND CLOSET. THE ENTIRE MAIN LEVEL HAS NEW STYLISH CERAMIC FLOORING AND FRESH CARPET IN THREE OF THE BEDROOMS. THE FINISHED LOWER LEVEL WITH HEATED FLOORS HAS AN AMAZING AMOUNT OF SPACE. THE FAMILY ROOM CAN ACCOMMODATE FRIENDS AND FAMILY FOR EVERY GATHERING. THE FULLY-APPLIANCED SECOND KITCHEN MAKES ENTERTAINING A BREEZE. WORKOUT IN THE HOME GYM AND SHOWER UP IN THE NEW FULL BATH. ADDITIONAL ROOMS ON THE LOWER LEVEL INCLUDE A WORKSHOP, A FLEX/MEDIA ROOM, AND OODLES OF STORAGE SPACE. THE IMPRESSIVE OUTDOOR SPACE INCLUDES A NEWLY COVERED PORCH, A 30 FOOT WIDE ABOVE GROUND POOL AND THE SPRING-FED STOCKED 19 ACRE PRIVATE LAKE AND PERSONAL SAND BEACH! THIS ONE-OF-KIND HOME HAS A NEW ROOF, NEW WELL PUMP, NEW BOILER, NEW A/C UNIT, THREE ATTACHED GARAGE SPACES PLUS A 1.5 CAR DETACHED GARAGE/FISHERMAN'S SHED ALL WITH NEW GARAGE DOORS AND OPENERS, ADDITIONAL "WATER-TOY" SHED, NEW ALUMINUM PIER, BOAT LIFT, AND EVEN A COOP FOR YOUR CHICKENS! COME SEE THIS UNIQUE HOME AND PROPERTY YOURSELF! THE LOCATION CAN'T BE BEAT. MINUTES TO THE RANDALL CORRIDOR,TRANSPORTATION AND THE TOLLWAY!

Home Highlights

Parking
4 Car Garage
Outdoor
Deck, Pool
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$162/sqft
Listed
79 days ago

Home Details for 38W689 Highland Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: FullNumber of Rooms: 12Types of Rooms: Kitchen 2 Nd, Storage, Bonus Room, Kitchen, Exercise Room, Bedroom 3, Dining Room, Laundry, Family Room, Living Room, Work Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 4, Master Bedroom
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 3Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 4457 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Water Softener, Water Softener OwnedDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: In Unit,First Floor LaundryMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: RadiantHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Radiant
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Gas Log, Gas Starter, Living RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Heated Floors
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Heated Floors
View
Has a ViewView: Water
Security
Security: Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: DeckOther Structures: Kennel/Dog Run, Poultry Coop, Second Garage, Shed(s)Exterior: Dog RunFoundation: Concrete PerimeterHas a Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 4Number of Covered Spaces: 4Other Parking: Driveway (Asphalt)Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 4Parking: Garage Attached, Open
Pool
Pool: Above GroundPool
Frontage
WaterfrontWaterfront: Beach Access, Lake FrontOn Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Septic Tank
Farm & Range
Includes Irrigation Water Rights
Finished Area
Finished Area (below surface): 2200 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1979Year Renovated: 2020
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Mediterranean
Building
Construction Materials: StuccoNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 0607100067

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $725,000Price Per Sqft: $162/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sun Mar 10 2024Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: Elgin
School Information
Elementary School: Creekside Elementary SchoolElementary School District: 46Jr High / Middle School: Kimball Middle SchoolJr High / Middle School District: 46High School: Larkin High SchoolHigh School District: 46

Agent Information

Buyer Agent
Buyer Company Name: The Sharon Gidley Team

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 4457 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Water Rights

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4.96 Acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Compensation

Buyer Agency Commission: 2.5%-$395Buyer Agency Commission Type: See Remarks:
Notes
The listing broker’s offer of compensation is made only to participants of the MLS where the listing is filed

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 11973807Water ViewWater View: Water

Additional Information

Water RightsMlg Can ViewMlg Can Use: IDX
Last check for updates: about 10 hours ago
Listed by Joanne Cecchini, (224) 629-1010
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
Bought with: Sharon Gidley, (847) 812-5081, RE/MAX Suburban
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#11973807

Price History for 38W689 Highland Ave

DatePriceEventSource
04/12/2024$720,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11973807
03/11/2024$725,000ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11973807
02/10/2024$725,000Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11973807
12/19/2019$550,000Sold
N/A

Property Taxes and Assessment

Year2022
Tax
Assessment$143,988
Home facts updated by county records

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Elgin

  • Imaadus
    "Love my neighborhood, it’s clean and save where I live! Schools are good. Nice well maintained parks"
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  • Jeanette
    "I’ve lives in this neighborhood for about 3yrs and have had plenty of packages delivered with no issues and neighbors are pretty friendly around here. "
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  • Jess Jessica
    "There’s always something going on in downtown Elgin for every season/holiday/event. We have a Casino boat too for entertainment. "
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  • Jenjengu
    "I love Elgin! It is a friendly, diverse community with great shopping, parks, and recreation. I feel the schools offer students wonderful education opportunities. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Only one entrance into the subdivision. Safe and adjacent to the Elgin Country Club. Homes well kept with beautiful landscaping. Low annual HOA with a few restrictions designed to maintain price integrity. "
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  • Yvonne B.
    "Pretty safe, beautiful scenery, we have lots of entertainment. Elgin has plenty parks and great restaurants "
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  • Jfairone
    "Nice neighborhood for families and pets, very walkable with sidewalks. Near library and good schools"
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  • Reuben A.
    "Great Town to love in all close by for shopping food clothing etc., It’s is the city in the suburbs!"
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  • Jfairone
    "Well kept for homes and friendly people. Near by shopping, restaurants good hospitals. Everything you need is close by"
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  • Maya S.
    "Many families with children. Parents help Watch all kids. Right on bus line. Close to I-90. Grocery stores are nearby and lots of parks for kids to play at. "
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  • Jordan S.
    "Certain parts of Elgin are great then small parts not so much but I give it a 8 out of 10 for also the lack of transportation."
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  • Samcasey92600
    "Dogs are very common in Elgin, and you usually will see plenty of other dogs while you walk your own. It’s nice, good ways to start up conversations and meet your neighbors. "
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  • Chure2002
    "i have no neighbors , quite street, closed to 24 hr Walgreens closed to 24 hr jewel osco, closed to everthing "
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  • Jaclyn B.
    "Decent neighborhood, nice neighbors. Good location close to highways and major roads. Grocery stores within driving distance. Would recommend for starter home area."
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  • Jaclyn B.
    "Decent neighborhood. Not walking distance to many things but driving distance is decent. Neighbors are nice and well kept grounds in my subdivision. Would recommend for family and friends. Close to expressways and major roadways. "
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  • Zzarate479
    "The 4th of July parade is so much fun,it last hours but is fun to watch the people that walk and do tricks and then the horses are even fun"
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  • Liz B.
    "People are always walking their dogs. The sidewalks are great and clean. People like this area for the historic district."
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  • Stephanie S.
    "it's nice there are different parts of town. mostly all nice areas. high school are not the best. I like the elementary schools "
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  • Nancytorres90
    "Kids are safe here.. my kids are always outside playing soccer with the kids in the neighborhood and i feel safe letting them be."
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  • Dulce R.
    "Large fancy neighborhood surrounds the area. The townhomes are nice and spacious. The neighbors keep to themselves but are great neighbors and watch for strange vehicles. "
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  • Joshua D. P.
    "Lots of people have dogs. There are several dog parks in the area. There are plenty of housing options that are pet friendly. "
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  • Daniel E.
    "i see neightbors walking their dogs. having family cook outs and other events. great ambients to have your children grow in."
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  • Tstewy625
    "I’ve been here my whole entire life and I think the most unique part of Elgin is for the most part we get along! "
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  • Juanfyb 2.
    "They would like that it is a quiet neighborhood there’s not a lot of noise around and it’s a good place to walk around and clear your head"
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  • Cherildnls
    "Yes, dogs are walked several times everyday and everyone including the dogs are pleasant. Dogs are welcome to walk on the parks walkways and walk paths. The area is known for the numerous fog walking area and ponds full of birds."
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  • Tweak6991
    "depends on the area ur in some good areas some bad theres always people around east side is worse than west "
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  • Co_wolf
    "I have a short commute to one of the 3 Metra stations in Elgin and take the train downtown every day."
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  • Austins03wrx
    "Good parts and bad parts but you will have to see the areas. Great small businesses and some great people"
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  • Mark W.
    "It's not too bad. Most people are pretty friendly and nice. Noise isn’t too bad and most people will help each other when they need it. "
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  • Maradona J.
    "I live in this neighborhood for over a month, very peaceful and pleasant. The street always clean, and welcome.."
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  • Cousinkimkimmie
    "sexual offenders in thier area and be aware of crime light up thier homes and lock doors dont let kids walk home.alone "
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  • Loupad32
    "a means of transport from one place to another usually farther than usual. To get to work. or school on a daily basis. In most situations you are often forced to drive to these far places out of necessity."
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  • Larryboller60
    "Access to Randall rd and 20 (Lake st) is good. Drive to St Charles is quick. We do not use public transportation. "
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  • Jessica G.
    "Nightmare on Chicago street every year for Halloween is a huge even held in downtown Elgin! There is also many events held throughout the year "
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  • Tracie B. N.
    "Very nice people and quiet neighborhood. Shopping within walking distance as well as pace bus stop going into downtown Elgin"
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  • Tannis A.
    "My neighborhood has great access to major highways and O’Hare. Majority of people here grew up here and stayed to raise their own families. That’s always a good sign."
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  • Campbell.hspro
    "There are several bus stops in the area and it is a short ride to metra station. Plenty of shopping within reasonable walking distance."
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  • Geneva R.
    "well we have things for the kids to do like play basketball and football the girls play volleyball and rope. and my sit around and just talk and play board games that's what we do in are community for are kids and young kid's."
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  • Dalejaacks
    "Very unique homes from the 1800s and early 1900s. One next door was used in a TV sitcom “Grace Under Fire”. Our plat was the third one in the whole city of Elgin. "
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38W689 Highland Ave, Elgin, IL 60124 is a 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 4,457 sqft single-family home built in 1979. This property is not currently available for sale. 38W689 Highland Ave was last sold on Apr 12, 2024 for $720,000 (1% lower than the asking price of $725,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 38W689 Highland Ave is $722,800.