899 Bernard Dr

1,610 Sq. Ft.
$268 / Sq. Ft.
1,610
Sq. Ft.
$268
per Sq. Ft.

Description

So much to love! Expanded Kensington model ranch in desirable Strathmore neighborhood is ready and waiting for you. Spacious and inviting floor plan. With a long list of updates, you can just move in and enjoy! Entire home freshly painted with a contemporary neutral palette and bright white trim. Gorgeous refinished hardwood floors. 6-Panel Doors throughout. Recessed lighting (some dimmable). Updated eat-in custom kitchen with maple cabinets, Whirlpool appliances, pantry, and gorgeous stone tile...So much to love! Expanded Kensington model ranch in desirable Strathmore neighborhood is ready and waiting for you. Spacious and inviting floor plan. With a long list of updates, you can just move in and enjoy! Entire home freshly painted with a contemporary neutral palette and bright white trim. Gorgeous refinished hardwood floors. 6-Panel Doors throughout. Recessed lighting (some dimmable). Updated eat-in custom kitchen with maple cabinets, Whirlpool appliances, pantry, and gorgeous stone tile backsplash. Updated hall and primary baths. Three bedrooms, each with generous closets and ceiling fans. Primary closet features an Elfa closet system to customize as you desire. Spacious yet cozy family room features a gas fireplace, recessed lighting, ceiling fan, laundry closet, and a huge closet with its own Elfa system ready to install for additional storage. French patio doors from both the dining room and family room open onto a spacious deck. Step down from the deck to the expansive fully-fenced backyard with its quaint greenhouse garden shed and playset. Covered front porch for watching the world go by while staying out of the elements. Attached 1-car garage features freshly painted walls and ceilings and a brand new service door leading to the side yard. Expanded driveway parking for 2-3 vehicles. New Humidifier, 2022; Roof, 2019; Furnace, 2019; A/C 2018. Deck re-stained spring 2025. Fantastic location! Walking distance to Longfellow Elementary, Cooper Middle School, and Buffalo Grove High School. Close proximity to park district, dining, shopping, bike paths and more! Beautifully refreshed and ready to go, this home is being offered as-is. Utility work on Bernard scheduled for completion in 2025. Don't miss out on this opportunity to call this house your home!
  1. Listed by Jennifer Berg • HomeSmart Connect LLC
    P: (630)-935-1870 C: (630)-935-1870 JenBergRE@gmail.com

Sold By Real 1 Realty

Property Details for 899 Bernard Drive

Area
Buffalo Grove
Subdivision
Strathmore
Township
Wheeling
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
1.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
3.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
LISTING UPDATED: 07/16/2025 03:31 AM

Property Details for 899 Bernard Drive

StatusClosed
MLS #12151516
Days on Market21
Taxes$8,012 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 1 Story
Year Built1967
Lot Size0.18 AC / 7,840 SF
CountyCook County
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Building Information for 899 Bernard Drive

Stories-Year Built1967Building Size-Lot Size0.18 AC / 7,840 SF

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Property Information for 899 Bernard Drive

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 21
  • Elementary School: Henry W Longfellow Elementary Sc
  • Jr High Middle School: Cooper Middle School
  • High School District: 214
  • High School: Buffalo Grove High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 21
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Off Street, Owned, 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: Replacement Windows
  • Num Of Rooms: 7
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Door Features: 6 Panel Door(s)
  • Window Features: Blinds,Insulated Windows
  • Community Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Gas Starter
  • Basement Type: Crawl Space
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Carpet
  • Dining Room: L-shaped
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Type: 1 Story
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Appliances: Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Humidifier
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 51-60 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 Size Source: County Records
  • Lot Dimensions: 70X112
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Vinyl Siding, Brick
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Assessor Square Footage: 1610
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 1
  • Document Date: 2025-04-25T19:38:00
  • Photos Count: 36
  • Rural: N
  • OpenHouse Count: 1
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: 14X11
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 14X10
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 10X9
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: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 18X15
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 13X12
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 1X1
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 19X14

Property History for 899 Bernard Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 14, 2025

Sold

MRED #12151516

$431,500
Jun 20, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1905998652

$431,500

+8.4% / yr

May 14, 2025

Pending

MRED #12151516

May 14, 2025

Contingent

MRED #12151516

Apr 29, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12151516

$430,000
Apr 28, 2025

Contingent

MRED #12151516

Apr 24, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12151516

$430,000
Apr 9, 2021

Sold

MRED #10985151

$307,500
Apr 6, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #695979194

$307,500
Apr 6, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1457420512

$307,500

+2.9% / yr

Feb 13, 2021

Pending

MRED #10985151

Feb 12, 2021

Listed (Active)

MRED #10985151

$310,000
Mar 29, 2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #569706690

$267,000

-1.9% / yr

Mar 29, 2016

Sold

MRED #09135066

$267,000
Feb 17, 2016

Pending

MRED #09135066

Feb 9, 2016

Listed (Active)

MRED #09135066

$274,900
Feb 3, 2016

Cancelled

MRED #09117587

$279,900
Jan 15, 2016

Listed (Active)

MRED #09117587

$279,900
Apr 23, 2007

Sold

MRED #06394502

$318,000
Apr 20, 2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #219520026

$318,000

+1.9% / yr

Mar 24, 2007

Pending

MRED #06394502

Jan 29, 2007

Listed (Active)

MRED #06394502

$348,900
May 21, 2003

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #120726745

$295,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/14/2025

Sold

MRED #12151516

$431,500
06/20/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1905998652

$431,500

+8.4% / yr

05/14/2025

Pending

MRED #12151516

05/14/2025

Contingent

MRED #12151516

04/29/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12151516

$430,000
04/28/2025

Contingent

MRED #12151516

04/24/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12151516

$430,000
04/09/2021

Sold

MRED #10985151

$307,500
04/06/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #695979194

$307,500
04/06/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1457420512

$307,500

+2.9% / yr

02/13/2021

Pending

MRED #10985151

02/12/2021

Listed (Active)

MRED #10985151

$310,000
03/29/2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #569706690

$267,000

-1.9% / yr

03/29/2016

Sold

MRED #09135066

$267,000
02/17/2016

Pending

MRED #09135066

02/09/2016

Listed (Active)

MRED #09135066

$274,900
02/03/2016

Cancelled

MRED #09117587

$279,900
01/15/2016

Listed (Active)

MRED #09117587

$279,900
04/23/2007

Sold

MRED #06394502

$318,000
04/20/2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #219520026

$318,000

+1.9% / yr

03/24/2007

Pending

MRED #06394502

01/29/2007

Listed (Active)

MRED #06394502

$348,900
05/21/2003

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #120726745

$295,000

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

Public Records for 899 Bernard Drive

Taxable ValueLand$7,056Additions$23,944Total$31,000
Tax Record2023$8,012 ($668 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,610 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,610 SqFtStories1Lot Size7,840 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1968CountyCOOKAPN03-05-106-024Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 899 Bernard 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
Henry W Longfellow Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Cooper 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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