$935,000 SOLD Sep 2025
Listed at $1,025,000

281 Michigan Avenue, Highwood, IL 60040

Closed
3 beds 4 baths 3,600 sqft (landlord/tenant/seller) Built 1978 Residential MLS #MRD12425587 22 days on market
Listing courtesy of Compass · 847-379-5898 · MLS #MRD12425587 · Status: Closed
Stunning home situated on the first green of Highland Parks prestigious Exmoor golf course- Beautiful custom-built Lanon stone and stucco home on the market for the first time since it was built. Perfectly positioned on a quiet cul-de-sac in Highwood, it offers panoramic views of Exmoor Country Club and direct access to scenic preserve walking trails. With over 3,600 sq ft plus a full basement, this home features 3 spacious bedrooms (with potential for a main-floor suite) and 4 full baths. The upper-level primary suite is a private retreat with a fireplace sitting room, two walk-in closets, and sweeping golf course views. The luxurious en suite bath includes a jetted tub and custom dual-head shower. Warm wood floors and rich custom paneling enhance the main floor, where you will find a sun-drenched four-season sunroom, a handsome office, a generous dining room with French doors to a large patio, and a cozy family room with a wood-burning fireplace. The spacious kitchen is ideal for entertaining, with a breakfast nook opening to the patio, a walk-in pantry, and a mudroom leading to the attached 2-car garage. The lower level offers even more living space, featuring a large rec room, wet bar, exercise room, and abundant storage. Brand new cedar roof installed 6 months ago, generator, and sprinkler system for the ultimate convenience. Full of character and charm, this home is just moments from Highwoods vibrant restaurants, lakefront, festivals, and Metra. A true retreat in a truly special town. Be sure to click on the exclusive video to see the amazing grounds of this home!

Property details

Interior

Interior features
Wet Bar, Walk-In Closet(s)
Flooring
Hardwood
Fireplaces
2
Basement
Finished, Rec/Family Area, Storage Space, Walk-Up Access, Full
Laundry
Upper Level
Additional rooms
Mud Room, Office, Recreation Room, Sitting Room, Heated Sun Room, Exercise Room, Other Room, Storage
Total rooms
12

Building & exterior

Age
41-50 Years
Exterior
Stucco, Stone
Roof
Shake

Parking

Garage spaces
2
Total spaces
2
Parking details
Circular Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage

Lot & location

Lot dimensions
106X165
Township
Moraine
County
Lake

Utilities

Heating
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Lake Michigan, Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

HOA & community

Assessment includes
None

Schools

Elementary
Wayne Thomas Elementary School (112)
Junior high
Northwood Junior High School (112)
High school
Highland Park High School (113)

Taxes & terms

Annual taxes
$14,783 (2023)
Parcel number (PIN)
16154330020000
PIN
16154330020000
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
Closing
Special conditions
None
Listed
7/21/2025
Sold
9/30/2025
Sold price
$935,000
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