$975,000

1268 N Palos Avenue, Palatine, IL 60067

Active
4 beds 3.5 baths 3,126 sqft (assessor) Built 2000 Residential MLS #MRD12747152 1 days on market
Listing courtesy of Baird & Warner · 847-381-1855 · barrington@bairdwarner.com · MLS #MRD12747152 · Status: Active
Located in one of Palatine's most sought-after neighborhoods, this stately executive home offers a meticulous, park-like setting directly across from Hummingbird Park. Lovingly cared for by its original owners, this home perfectly blends a unique flair with functional elegance. Step inside to a dramatic two-story foyer with an impressive sweeping staircase and flawless hardwood floors that extend throughout the entire home, including the beautifully finished basement. Designed for both everyday living and effortless entertaining, the gourmet kitchen flows seamlessly into the sun-filled dining area and spacious family room, where an inviting fireplace creates the perfect setting for relaxation. A large first-floor office, which can also serve as a 5th bedroom, provides ideal flexibility to accommodate your family's needs. Nine-foot ceilings grace the upper level that holds four generously sized bedrooms, each with hardwood floors. The primary suite offers a private deck overlooking the beautifully landscaped backyard, and an updated luxury bath with a whirlpool soaker tub, separate shower, and double sinks. The finished basement provides exceptional living space, including a dedicated exercise area and a comfortable family room with built-in speakers that set the stage for an impressive home theater experience, and hardwood flooring adding warmth and elegance rarely found in lower-level living spaces. The property sits high and dry and features in-ground irrigation and landscape lighting that beautifully enhance the park-like setting. The oversized three-car garage features durable polyurea flooring and ample storage. This rare combination of luxury, craftsmanship, functionality, and a prime location convenient to shopping, entertainment, conservation trails, and transportation makes it the ideal choice of homes. All major mechanicals, the roof, and appliances have been replaced within the past five years. Offered for sale by the original owners, this exceptional home is pet- and smoke-free and truly move-in ready. Schedule your private showing today and experience all this remarkable residence has to offer.

Property details

Interior

Appliances
Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Humidifier
Interior features
Vaulted Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings, Granite Counters, Pantry
Flooring
Hardwood
Fireplaces
1
Fireplace details
Gas Starter
Basement
Finished, Exterior Entry, Partial
Laundry
Main Level, Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Chute, Sink
Additional rooms
Great Room, Eating Area, Office, Exercise Room, Family Room, Foyer, Pantry
Total rooms
11

Building & exterior

Style
Traditional
Age
26-30 Years
Exterior
Brick, Cedar
Exterior features
Balcony, Lighting
Roof
Asphalt
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Patio & porch
Patio

Parking

Garage spaces
3
Total spaces
3
Parking details
Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage

Lot & location

Lot dimensions
150x75x150x75
Lot description
Landscaped
Township
Palatine
County
Cook

Utilities

Heating
Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Equipment
Central Vacuum, Security System, Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn

HOA & community

Assessment includes
None
Community features
Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

Schools

Elementary
(15)
Junior high
(15)
High school
(211)

Taxes & terms

Annual taxes
$13,094 (2023)
Parcel number (PIN)
02091130090000
PIN
02091130090000
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
Closing
Special conditions
None
Listed
9/2/2026

Rooms

RoomSizeLevelFlooring
Great Room27X14MainHardwood
Eating Area13X11MainHardwood
Office16X12MainHardwood
Exercise Room23X13BasementHardwood
Family Room - Down21X14BasementHardwood
Foyer20X10MainStone
Pantry10X7MainHardwood
Bedroom 213X11SecondHardwood
Bedroom 312X11SecondHardwood
Bedroom 415X10SecondHardwood
Dining Room23X13MainHardwood
Family RoomN/A
Kitchen14X13MainHardwood
Laundry10X7MainHardwood
Living RoomN/A
Master Bedroom19X12SecondHardwood

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Recently sold nearby

AddressBeds / BathsSoldPrice
1337 N Portage Avenue 3 bd / 3.5 ba Nov 2025 $650,000
1493 W Autumn Road 3 bd / 2.5 ba Nov 2025 $629,000
1481 W Winnetka Street 5 bd / 5.5 ba Apr 2026 $1,013,000
1048 N Palos Avenue 4 bd / 2.5 ba Feb 2026 $710,000

Sold data courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS GRID; properties may be listed or sold by various participants in the MLS.

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