$599,900
Price
4
Beds
2,600 Sq. Ft.
$231 / Sq. Ft.
2,600
Sq. Ft.
$231
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome home to 1306 East Best Drive! Perfectly situated just across the street from Centennial Park and Riley Elementary, this home sits in one of Arlington Heights' most desirable neighborhoods of Northgate. This spacious and well-maintained 4-bedroom, 2.1-bath home includes a covered front porch, a sub-basement, and thoughtful upgrades throughout - including a second kitchen and a large, finished bonus room on the third level. The main level features a light and bright living and dining area with...Welcome home to 1306 East Best Drive! Perfectly situated just across the street from Centennial Park and Riley Elementary, this home sits in one of Arlington Heights' most desirable neighborhoods of Northgate. This spacious and well-maintained 4-bedroom, 2.1-bath home includes a covered front porch, a sub-basement, and thoughtful upgrades throughout - including a second kitchen and a large, finished bonus room on the third level. The main level features a light and bright living and dining area with hardwood floors, ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The huge, updated eat-in kitchen offers an abundance of rich cabinetry, granite countertops, and an adjacent breakfast nook. Upstairs, you'll find 4 generously sized bedrooms, including a primary suite with ample closet space and a private bath with walk-in shower. The third level provides even more flexibility with a large bonus room currently used as the home's fourth bedroom - complete with plenty of space for seating and home office. The lower level adds warmth and character with a cozy, beamed family room featuring a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace and rich wood built-ins. From there, you'll step into the large versatile mudroom just off the large 2-car garage, which includes the second full kitchen and laundry area - perfect for extended living, entertaining, or hosting the largest of family gatherings. A sub-basement below is loaded with potential and provides excellent additional storage and future living space if needed. Outside, enjoy the large backyard with an expanded concrete patio, ideal for outdoor entertaining and summer barbecues. Simply a great home in a terrific location - close to parks, schools, shopping, and all that Arlington Heights has to offer! Roof 2018.

Property Details for 1306 East Best Drive

Area
Arlington Heights
Subdivision
Northgate
Township
Wheeling
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas
LISTING UPDATED: 11/21/2025 02:03 AM

Property Details for 1306 East Best Drive

StatusContingent
MLS #12500799
Days on Market58
Taxes$8,831 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / Split Level W/ Sub
Year Built1972
Lot Size0.22 AC / 9,408 SF
CountyCook County

Location

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Building Information for 1306 East Best Drive

Stories-Year Built1972Building Size-Lot Size0.22 AC / 9,408 SF

Payment Calculator

$3,700 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,964

Property Taxes

$736

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1306 East Best Drive

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 21
  • Elementary School: J W Riley Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Jack London Middle School
  • High School District: 214
  • High School: Buffalo Grove High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 21
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Attached, Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 8
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Bath Amenities: Double Sink
  • Basement Type: Sub-Basement, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room: Kitchen/Dining Combo
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
  • Num of Baths: 2.1
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Type: Split Level w/ Sub
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Other Equipment: Sump Pump
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 51-60 Years
  • Type Detached: Split Level w/ Sub
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 9415
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Vinyl Siding, Brick
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Assessor Square Footage: 1416
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 1
  • Document Date: 2025-10-22T19:24:05
  • Photos Count: 43
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 15X13
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 15X11
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 12X11
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Third
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 25X15
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Lower
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 21X17
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 13X11
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 17X8
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 18X12
Breakfast Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
  • Dimensions: 15X12

Property History for 1306 East Best Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 19, 2025

Contingent

MRED #12500799

Oct 22, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12500799

$599,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/19/2025

Contingent

MRED #12500799

10/22/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12500799

$599,900

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1306 East Best Drive

Taxable ValueLand$10,356Additions$23,789Total$34,145
Tax Record2023$8,831 ($736 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt1,416 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,416 SqFtStories2Lot Size9,415 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1972CountyCOOKAPN03-08-408-013Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1306 East Best Drive

This home is within Wheeling Central Consolidated School District 21.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
J W Riley Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Jack London Middle School
Public6 to 8

Buffalo Grove High School
Public9 to 12

Vanguard School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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