$415,000 SOLD Nov 2025
Listed at $420,000

1228 Pennsylvania Avenue, Winthrop Harbor, IL 60096

Closed
4 beds (5 possible) 3.5 baths 2,608 sqft (assessor) Built 2002 Residential MLS #MRD12495091 15 days on market
Listing courtesy of Realtopia Real Estate Inc · 708-326-2955 · ashley@realtopiaRE.com · MLS #MRD12495091 · Status: Closed
Welcome to this beautiful 5 bed, 3.5 bath Colonial home, offering over 3,000 sq ft of living space on a .75 acre lot perfect for entertaining, relaxing, and making memories! Inside you'll find newer laminate flooring on the main level, a two story foyer, and a flexible layout with a formal living room, separate dining room, and a main floor office with 2 sets of French doors. The heart of the home is the open concept kitchen and family room, featuring 2020 appliances, a 2023 dishwasher, ample cabinet space, and a center island overlooking the cozy fireplace. Upstairs, you'll find four spacious bedrooms, including a vaulted primary suite with en suite bathroom featuring dual vanities, a large jetted tub, and a separate shower. The hall bath was recently renovated, adding a fresh, modern touch. The finished basement includes a fifth bedroom, full bathroom, rec room, and a dinette, ideal for guests or related living. Step outside to your own backyard paradise! Enjoy an above ground heated pool with a deck, a 2024 pool heater, 2022 pool pump, and 2021 sand filter. Host summer gatherings with the outdoor kitchen featuring a built in grill, sink, countertop seating, fire pit, and shed, plus pear and apple trees adding charm to the large lot. Additional updates include: New carpet (September 2025), new roof (2022), new garbage disposal (2024), washer & dryer (2019), water heater (2018). Located just minutes from Lake Michigan, North Point Marina, Illinois Beach State Park, and the Wisconsin border.

Property details

Interior

Appliances
Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Humidifier
Interior features
Cathedral Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
Fireplaces
1
Fireplace details
Gas Log
Basement
Partially Finished, Full
Laundry
Main Level, In Unit, Sink
Additional rooms
Bedroom 5, Recreation Room, Foyer, Walk In Closet
Total rooms
10

Building & exterior

Style
Colonial
Age
21-25 Years
Exterior
Vinyl Siding, Brick
Exterior features
Hot Tub, Outdoor Grill, Fire Pit
Roof
Asphalt
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Windows
Screens
Patio & porch
Deck, Patio, Porch
Other structures
Outdoor Kitchen, Pergola, Shed(s)

Parking

Garage spaces
2
Total spaces
6
Parking details
Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Driveway, Owned, Garage

Lot & location

Lot dimensions
211X13X22X116X235X140
Lot description
Landscaped
Township
Benton
County
Lake

Utilities

Heating
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electricity
200+ Amp Service
Equipment
TV Antenna, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump

HOA & community

Assessment includes
None
Community features
Curbs, Street Paved

Schools

Elementary
Westfield Elementary School (1)
Junior high
North Prairie Junior High School (1)
High school
Zion-Benton Twnshp Hi School (126)

Taxes & terms

Annual taxes
$11,264 (2024)
Parcel number (PIN)
04094070560000
PIN
04094070560000
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
Closing
Special conditions
Home Warranty
Listed
10/14/2025
Sold
11/13/2025
Sold price
$415,000
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