236 West Helen Road

Closed 10/30/23
Closed 10/30/23
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$469,000
4 beds2,100 sqft
236 W Helen Rd, Palatine, IL 60067
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.2 acresLot Size
1961Year Built
$223/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Hallelujah! Finally, an updated beauty within walking distance to Metra, Hawthorn Park, Paddock Elementary School, and vibrant downtown Palatine. This 4 BR, 3 BA home offers four levels of quality living. New roof in September 2023. The beautiful owners' suite addition features 300 SF bedroom with sitting area and private bath with dual vanity, oversized glass enclosed shower, linen tower, and tremendous closets. Hardwood floors throughout main level and in three bedrooms. White cabinets, glass subway...Hallelujah! Finally, an updated beauty within walking distance to Metra, Hawthorn Park, Paddock Elementary School, and vibrant downtown Palatine. This 4 BR, 3 BA home offers four levels of quality living. New roof in September 2023. The beautiful owners' suite addition features 300 SF bedroom with sitting area and private bath with dual vanity, oversized glass enclosed shower, linen tower, and tremendous closets. Hardwood floors throughout main level and in three bedrooms. White cabinets, glass subway tile backsplash, granite counters, newer stainless appliances, glass front cabinets, crown molding and ceiling fan in common sense kitchen. Immense living room with triple windows and crown molding. Crystal drop chandelier, crown and chair rail moldings, and serving counter from kitchen in spacious dining room. Gorgeous updated baths! Second floor hall bath boasts glass vanity with brushed nickel column faucet, and ebony mission style cabinets, framed mirror, built-in linen shelves, and white subway tile floor. Three generous bedrooms with ceiling fans, good closets and hardwood floors complete the second level. Massive family room with new LVP flooring (2023), corner woodburning stove, plenty of windows and recessed lights is ideal for nights at home or entertaining. White quartz top vanity with polished nickel faucet and curved cabinetry, white quartz tile shower/tub surround with mosaic border and toiletry niche, and new LVP flooring in lower level bath. Well-lit laundry center with utility sink, freezer, door to yard, and white washer and dryer share space with HVAC equipment. Wait! There's more outside! Concrete driveway, 26' x 24' garage with new roof and siding, lovely patio, mature landscaping and gardens PLUS a 10' x 8' storage shed. Live worry free with the new cleanout pipe and check valve. Enjoy the handy bike/ walking path. Picture yourself on this covered front porch on a quiet evening...you won't want to leave!

    Sold By @properties Christie's International Real Estate

    Listing closed: 10/30/2023 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 11907121

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    Property Information for 236 West Helen Road

    Property Details
    • Taxes: $8,003 / year
    • MLS Type: Detached Single / Detached Single-Split Level
    • County: Cook County
    • Area: Palatine
    • Township: Palatine
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
    • Num Of Garage Spaces: 2.5
    • Parking Included in Price: Yes
    • Air Conditioning Type: Central Air
    • Num of Interior Fireplaces: 1
    • Heat/Fuel: Natural Gas, Forced Air
    Building Information
    • Year Built: 1961
    • Lot Size: 0.20 AC / 8,712 SF
    General Information
    School Information
    • Elementary School District: 15
    • Elementary School: Stuart R Paddock School
    • Jr High Middle School: Plum Grove Junior High School
    • High School District: 211
    • High School: Wm Fremd High School
    • Middle Or Junior School District: 15
    Addtl Parking Information
    • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
    • Garage On Site: true
    • Garage Ownership: Owned
    • Garage Type: Detached
    • Parking: Garage
    Taxes and HOA Information
    • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
    • Association Fee Includes: None
    • Master Association Fee: No
    • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
    • Additional Parcels: No
    Property Information
    Interior Features
    • Interior Property Features: Hardwood Floors, Wood Laminate Floors, Some Carpeting
    • Num Of Rooms: 9
    • Bedrooms Total: 4
    • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
    • Attic: Full
    • Bath Amenities: Double Sink
    • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning Stove, Gas Starter
    • Basement Type: None
    • Bedrooms Possible: 4
    • Air Conditioning: Central Air
    • Electric: Circuit Breakers
    • Basement Description: None
    • Dining Room: L-shaped
    • Basement Bathrooms: No
    • Fireplace Location: Family Room
    • Room Type: Suite
    • Num of Baths: 3.0
    Exterior Features
    • Type: Split Level
    Utilities / Equipment
    • Sewer: Sewer-Public
    • Water: Public
    • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances
    • Other Equipment: TV-Cable, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
    Property/Lot Information
    • Exterior Property Features: Patio
    • New Construction YN: No
    • Rebuilt: No
    • Rehabilitated: No
    • Built Before 1978: Yes
    • Age: 61-70 Years
    • Type Detached: Split Level
    • Total Sq Ft: 0
    • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
    • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
    • Lot Description: Mature Trees
    • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
    • Lot Dimensions: 61X137.9X136.8X61
    • Other Structures: Shed(s)
    • Waterfront: No
    • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
    • Driveway: Concrete
    • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding
    • Roof Type: Asphalt
    • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
    • General Information: School Bus Service
    • Living Area Source: Estimated
    • Lot Size Source: County Records
    Property and Assessments
    • Public Document Count: 1
    • Document Date: 2023-10-17T14:57:17
    • Photos Count: 32
    • Rural: N
    • OpenHouse Count: 0
    Virtual Tour/Additional Media
    • Virtual Tour: None
    • Virtual Tour YN: No
    Room Information
    Master Bedroom Information
    • Master Bedroom Level: Third
    • Room Type: Master Bedroom
    • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
    • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 19X15
    Bedroom #2 Information
    • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 2
    • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 10X10
    Bedroom #3 Information
    • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 3
    • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 13X10
    Bedroom #4 Information
    • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 4
    • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 12X12
    Dining Room Information
    • Dining Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
    • Dining Room Dimensions: 10X9
    Family Room Information
    • Family Room Level: Lower
    • RoomType_FR: Family Room
    • Family Room Dimensions: 22X13
    Kitchen Information
    • Kitchen Level: Main
    • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
    • Kitchen Dimensions: 10X10
    Laundry Information
    • Laundry Level: Lower
    • Room Type: Laundry
    • Laundry Dimensions: 13X11
    Living Room Information
    • Living Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Living Room
    • Living Room Dimensions: 20X12
    Suite Room Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Suite
    • Dimensions: 10X8

    Property History for 236 West Helen Road

    DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
    Oct 30, 2023

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #1522210160

    		$469,000—
    Oct 30, 2023

    Sold

    MRED #11907121

    		$469,000—
    Oct 17, 2023

    Pending

    MRED #11907121

    		—
    DateEvent & SourcePrice
    10/30/2023

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #1522210160

    $469,000
    10/30/2023

    Sold

    MRED #11907121

    $469,000
    10/17/2023

    Pending

    MRED #11907121

    —

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

    Public Records for 236 West Helen Road

    Taxable ValueLand$6,076Additions$37,924Total$44,000
    Tax Record2023$8,304 ($692 / month)
    Home Facts
    Beds4Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,678 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,678 SqFtStories2Lot Size8,680 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1960Year Renovated1961CountyCOOKAPN02-22-215-018-0000

    Schools near 236 West Helen Road

    This home is within Township Hsd 211 School District.
    Rating
    School
    Type
    Grades
    Distance
    Stuart R Paddock School
    		Public - PK to 5
    Plum Grove Jr High School
    		Public - 6 to 8
    Wm Fremd High School
    		Public - 9 to 12
    District 211 Academy - North
    		Public - 9 to 12
    Rating
    School
    Distance
    Stuart R Paddock School
    PublicPK to 5

    Plum Grove Jr High School
    Public6 to 8

    Wm Fremd High School
    Public9 to 12

    District 211 Academy - North
    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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