978 E Lilac Dr, Palatine, IL 60074
OFF MARKET

978 E Lilac Dr
Palatine, IL 60074

  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 962 sqft

$377,600

Trulia Estimate
as of May 23, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,606/mo*
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$377,600

Trulia Estimate
as of May 23, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,606/mo*
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3 Beds
1 Bath
962 sqft

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Description

Gorgeous Total Renovation!!! Cozy 3 Bedroom/1 Bath Ranch. Remodeled From Top To Bottom; All With Permits From The Village Of Palatine. Beautiful New Kitchen With 42" Cabinets, Granite Counter-Tops, Ceramic Floor And Stainless Steel Appliances. Amazing Bathroom With All Newer Plumbing Fixtures; Updated Oak Hardwood Floors Throughout, New Baseboards and Moldings. Freshly Painted. Newer Mechanicals Includes New 200amp Electric Service, Electric Fixtures, Newer Furnace And A/C (2012) And Water Heater (2014). New Windows, Front and Back Door. Oversized 2.5 Car Garage With Additional Storage ( 6'x22' With Heavy Duty Shelves On Both Sides And Additional Door) New Garage Door And Siding. Large Private, Fenced Yard With Playground For Kids And Fire Pit. Great Location, Close To Shopping, Route 53 & Schools. This Is A Great Starter Home Pay Less In A Mortgage Then You Will Pay For Rent. Don't Miss It!!!
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Home Highlights

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Home Details for 978 E Lilac Dr

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Gas
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Tile, Hardwood
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowave

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: Brick
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1965
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10349 sqft

Price History for 978 E Lilac Dr

DatePriceEventSource
07/08/2022$295,000Sold
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06/06/2022$299,850ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11417598
05/27/2022$299,850Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11417598
06/25/2019$243,000Sold
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03/04/2019$229,700ListingRemovedAgent Provided
11/07/2018$229,700PendingAgent Provided
10/05/2018$229,700PendingToActiveAgent Provided
08/03/2018$229,700PendingAgent Provided
07/26/2018$229,700PriceChange
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07/12/2018$234,700PriceChange
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06/27/2018$239,700PriceChange
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06/10/2018$235,000PriceChange
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06/07/2018$239,000Listed For SaleN/A
04/06/2017$170,411Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09519520
03/03/2017$179,900PriceChange
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02/03/2017$192,000PriceChange
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01/18/2017$198,300PriceChange
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01/07/2017$209,000PriceChange
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12/31/2016$204,600PriceChange
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12/15/2016$209,000PriceChange
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11/28/2016$223,700Listed For SaleAgent Provided
09/14/2006$290,000Sold
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06/19/2000$165,000Sold
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2023
Tax$7,697
Assessment$259,990
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 978 E Lilac Dr

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1034 E Tulip Way, Palatine, IL
0.09
Single-Family Home
$280,000
10/14/25
3
1
1,225
1751 N Rose St, Palatine, IL
0.17
Single-Family Home
$375,000
07/21/25
3
2
1,233
910 E Aster Ave, Palatine, IL
0.29
Single-Family Home
$400,000
02/26/26
3
2
1,186
1800 N Iris Dr, Palatine, IL
0.18
Single-Family Home
$397,000
02/06/26
3
2
1,173
891 E Aster Ave, Palatine, IL
0.28
Single-Family Home
$330,000
03/03/26
3
2
1,148
921 E Holly Way, Palatine, IL
0.31
Single-Family Home
$320,000
10/14/25
3
2
1,186
2091 N Almond Ct, Palatine, IL
0.54
Single-Family Home
$430,000
07/08/25
3
1
1,400
813 E Gardenia Ln, Palatine, IL
0.42
Single-Family Home
$474,000
07/31/25
3
2
1,227
1005 E Lilac Dr, Palatine, IL
0.04
Single-Family Home
$340,000
12/18/25
3
2
1,008
869 E Marshall Ct, Palatine, IL
0.46
Single-Family Home
$310,000
02/26/26
3
2
1,400

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What Locals Say about Palatine

At least 540 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

  • 51 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 51 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 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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978 E Lilac Dr, Palatine, IL 60074 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 962 sqft single-family home built in 1965. This property is not currently available for sale. 978 E Lilac Dr was last sold on Jul 8, 2022 for $295,000. The current Trulia Estimate for 978 E Lilac Dr is $377,600.