$639,000

1981 Linden Avenue, Highland Park, IL 60035

Active
4 beds 2 baths 2,304 sqft (assessor) Built 1912 Residential MLS #MRD12759181 1 days on market
Listing courtesy of Compass · 847-446-9600 · MLS #MRD12759181 · Status: Active
Beautifully updated and filled with charm, this inviting home is ideally located in fabulous east Highland Park-just steps from town, train, schools, and the beach! Thoughtfully renovated, meticulously maintained, and updated throughout, it offers a wonderful combination of character, comfort, and convenience. A welcoming foyer with vintage brick tile flooring sets the tone and opens to a spacious living room featuring a wood-burning fireplace and handsome staircase. The gracious dining room is perfect for everything from casual dinners to holiday gatherings. The updated kitchen, private office with exceptional storage, full bath, and convenient back entrance mudroom complete the first floor. Upstairs are four charming bedrooms and an updated hall bath. The spacious primary bedroom is especially inviting, with a decorative fireplace and cozy sitting area, while each of the three additional bedrooms has its own unique character and appeal. The lower level offers flexible space for play, recreation, or exercise, along with a laundry area and utility sink. Outside, enjoy a lovely private retreat with a raised patio, beautiful landscaping, and an oversized two-car garage. Charming, comfortable, and wonderfully located-this is a special home in the heart of east Highland Park! An extensive list of improvements and updates is available under Additional Information.

Property details

Interior

Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
Interior features
1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
Flooring
Hardwood
Fireplaces
1
Fireplace details
Wood Burning
Basement
Partially Finished, Full
Laundry
In Unit, Sink
Additional rooms
Foyer, Office
Total rooms
8

Building & exterior

Style
French Provincial, Mid Level
Age
100+ Years
Exterior
Shake Siding
Roof
Asphalt
Foundation
Block
Windows
Screens
Patio & porch
Patio
Exposure
West

Parking

Garage spaces
2
Total spaces
2
Parking details
Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage

Lot & location

Lot dimensions
50X150
Township
Moraine
County
Lake

Utilities

Heating
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Lake Michigan, Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Equipment
CO Detectors, Water Heater-Gas

HOA & community

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

Schools

Elementary
Indian Trail Elementary School (112)
Junior high
Elm Place School (112)
High school
Highland Park High School (113)

Taxes & terms

Annual taxes
$12,457 (2025)
Parcel number (PIN)
16234030060000
PIN
16234030060000
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
Closing
Special conditions
List Broker Must Accompany
Listed
9/14/2026

Rooms

RoomSizeLevelFlooring
Foyer14X11Main
Office10X6MainHardwood
Bedroom 213X11SecondSustainable
Bedroom 313X11SecondSustainable
Bedroom 46X16SecondHardwood
Dining Room15X12MainHardwood
Family RoomN/A
Kitchen15X15Main
Laundry15X15Basement
Living Room23X17MainHardwood
Master Bedroom21X11SecondHardwood

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Recently sold nearby

AddressBeds / BathsSoldPrice
342 Park Avenue 3 bd / 3.5 ba Mar 2026 $565,000
348 Park Avenue 3 bd / 3.5 ba Sep 2026 $560,000
375 Park Avenue 5 bd / 4 ba Apr 2026 $753,864
385 Park Avenue 4 bd / 3 ba Apr 2026 $850,000

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