Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds1,350 sqft$213/sqft
540 Green Bay Rd, Highwood, IL 60040
Single FamilyProperty Type
5,026 sq ftLot Size
1890Year Built
$213/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Welcome to your perfect retreat! This cozy 3-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom bungalow is a hidden gem that combines comfort and convenience in one perfect package. This home offers easy access to the city-whether you're commuting for work or a weekend adventure, you'll love the quick and seamless commute. Dining, shopping, and entertainment options are just around the corner. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or looking to downsize into something low-maintenance, this beauty is ready to welcome you home.Welcome to your perfect retreat! This cozy 3-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom bungalow is a hidden gem that combines comfort and convenience in one perfect package. This home offers easy access to the city-whether you're commuting for work or a weekend adventure, you'll love the quick and seamless commute. Dining, shopping, and entertainment options are just around the corner. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or looking to downsize into something low-maintenance, this beauty is ready to welcome you home.

    Sold By Baird & Warner

    • Listed by: Rafay Qamar 773.516.1111 rafay@qamargroup.com • Real Broker LLC
    Listing closed: 08/27/2025 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 12414021

    Recent comparable sales

    Median sold price

    $355,000

    Avg days on market

    20

    Sale-to-list ratio

    98.8%

    Highwood, IL

    9 comparable properties found

    $310,000 | 225 Burchell Avenue, Highwood, IL 60040
    1/20
    1

    $310,000

    Sold 07/07/26

    3
    Bedrooms
    1,428
    Square Feet
    0.09
    Acres
    a front view of house with yard and green space
    1/27
    2

    $370,000

    Sold 06/26/25

    3
    Bedrooms
    1,093
    Square Feet
    0.19
    Acres
    a view of a house with potted plants and a large tree
    1/30
    3

    $375,000

    Sold 12/19/25

    3
    Bedrooms
    1,480
    Square Feet
    0.14
    Acres
    a front view of a house with a yard
    1/35
    4

    $430,000

    Sold 02/24/26

    3
    Bedrooms
    1,148
    Square Feet
    0.17
    Acres
    a front view of a house with garden
    1/2
    5

    $355,000

    Sold 06/16/25

    2
    Bedrooms
    1,397
    Square Feet
    0.14
    Acres
    a front view of a house with a yard
    1/5
    6

    $359,000

    Sold 09/23/24

    3
    Bedrooms
    1,075
    Square Feet
    0.11
    Acres
    $200,000 | 218 Llewellyn Avenue, Highwood, IL 60040
    7

    $200,000

    Sold 12/13/24

    4
    Bedrooms
    1,297
    Square Feet
    0.08
    Acres
    $335,000 | 3 Burtis Avenue, Highwood, IL 60040
    1/18
    8

    $335,000

    Sold 07/16/25

    2
    Bedrooms
    864
    Square Feet
    0.15
    Acres
    $190,000 | 237 Sheridan Avenue, Highwood, IL 60040
    9

    $190,000

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    3
    Bedrooms
    Unavailable
    Square Feet
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    Acres

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    Property Information for 540 Green Bay Road

    Property Details
    • Taxes: $6,194 / year
    • MLS Type: Detached Single / 1 Story
    • County: Lake County
    • Area: Highwood
    • Township: Moraine
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
    • Parking Included in Price: Yes
    • Air Conditioning Type: None
    • Heat/Fuel: Natural Gas
    • Architectural Style: Bungalow
    Building Information
    • Year Built: 1890
    • Lot Size: 0.12 AC / 5,026 SF
    General Information
    School Information
    • Elementary School District: 112
    • High School District: 113
    • Middle Or Junior School District: 112
    Addtl Parking Information
    • Parking Details: On Site, Owned
    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
    • Num Of Rooms: 6
    • Bedrooms Total: 3
    • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
    • Basement Type: Unfinished, Full
    • Bedrooms Possible: 3
    • Air Conditioning: None
    • Basement Bathrooms: No
    • Room Type: No additional rooms
    • Num of Baths: 1.1
    Exterior Features
    • Type: 1 Story
    Utilities / Equipment
    • Sewer: Sewer-Public
    • Water: Public
    Property/Lot Information
    • New Construction YN: No
    • Rebuilt: No
    • Rehabilitated: No
    • Built Before 1978: Yes
    • Age: 100+ Years
    • Type Detached: 1 Story
    • 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: 5376
    • Waterfront: No
    • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
    • Exterior Building Type: Brick
    • Construction: Brick
    • Roof Type: Asphalt
    • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train
    • Living Area Source: Assessor
    • Assessor Square Footage: 1350
    Property and Assessments
    • Buyer Financing: Conventional, Cash
    • Public Document Count: 0
    • Photos Count: 37
    • OpenHouse Count: 0
    Virtual Tour/Additional Media
    • Virtual Tour: None
    • Virtual Tour YN: No
    Room Information
    Master Bedroom Information
    • Master Bedroom Level: Main
    • Room Type: Master Bedroom
    • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
    • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 12X13
    Bedroom #2 Information
    • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
    • Room Type: Bedroom 2
    • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 10X10
    Bedroom #3 Information
    • 3rd Bedroom Level: Main
    • Room Type: Bedroom 3
    • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 10X10
    Bedroom #4 Information
    • 4th Bedroom Level: N/A
    • Room Type: Bedroom 4
    Dining Room Information
    • Dining Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
    • Dining Room Dimensions: 14X10
    Family Room Information
    • Family Room Level: N/A
    • RoomType_FR: Family Room
    Kitchen Information
    • Kitchen Level: Main
    • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
    • Kitchen Dimensions: 14X14
    Laundry Information
    • Laundry Level: Basement
    • Room Type: Laundry
    • Laundry Dimensions: 14X30
    Living Room Information
    • Living Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Living Room
    • Living Room Dimensions: 14X16

    Property History for 540 Green Bay Road

    DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
    Aug 27, 2025

    Sold

    MRED #12414021

    $287,500
    Jul 21, 2025

    Pending

    MRED #12414021

    Jul 21, 2025

    Contingent

    MRED #12414021

    DateEvent & SourcePrice
    08/27/2025

    Sold

    MRED #12414021

    $287,500
    07/21/2025

    Pending

    MRED #12414021

    07/21/2025

    Contingent

    MRED #12414021

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

    Public Records for 540 Green Bay Road

    Taxable ValueLand$24,887Additions$67,042Total$91,929
    Tax Record2024$7,049 ($587 / month)
    Home Facts
    Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,350 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,350 SqFtStories1Lot Size5,027 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1890Year Renovated1890CountyLAKEAPN16-15-207-029

    Schools near 540 Green Bay Road

    This home is within Twp Hsd 113 School District.
    Rating
    School
    Type
    Grades
    Distance
    Public - K to 5
    Public - 6 to 8
    Public - 9 to 12
    Public - PK to 5
    Rating
    School
    Distance
    Wayne Thomas Elementary School
    PublicK to 5

    Northwood Jr High School
    Public6 to 8

    Highland Park High School
    Public9 to 12

    Oak Terrace Elementary School
    PublicPK to 5

    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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    Nearby home values

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    This home: 540 Green Bay Road, Highwood, IL 60040
    $287,500
    3
    1,350
    5,026
    $575,000
    10,403
    1,579
    6,599
    3,859
    1
    1,572
    4,948
    $1,600,000

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