242 Leonard Wood S, Unit 211

Highland Park, IL 60035

$449,900
Price
2
Beds
1,577 Sq. Ft.
$285 / Sq. Ft.
1,577
Sq. Ft.
$285
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Historic charm, modern convenience, and lakeside living-this Fort Sheridan condo has it all. Featuring two spacious bedrooms, one full bath, and a large loft with access to an unfinished attic, perfect for building an additional bedroom or possibly full bath. There's also potential to add a half bath on the main level. A heated indoor parking garage and a large private storage room add convenience. Upon entering the unit, you're welcomed by stunning 25-foot vaulted ceilings, exposed timber and brick,...Historic charm, modern convenience, and lakeside living-this Fort Sheridan condo has it all. Featuring two spacious bedrooms, one full bath, and a large loft with access to an unfinished attic, perfect for building an additional bedroom or possibly full bath. There's also potential to add a half bath on the main level. A heated indoor parking garage and a large private storage room add convenience. Upon entering the unit, you're welcomed by stunning 25-foot vaulted ceilings, exposed timber and brick, rich hardwood flooring, and abundant natural light. The living room includes a gas log fireplace with a marble mantle and updated lighting fixtures in both the living area and hallway. The spacious kitchen features track lighting and maple cabinetry, and opens directly to a sun filled, south facing balcony, the perfect spot for morning coffee or evening relaxation. Enjoy all that Fort Sheridan has to offer, including easy lake access, scenic walking trails, and a peaceful natural setting. Just minutes away, you'll find a wide selection of restaurants in vibrant downtown Highwood, with convenient access to Metra and major highways for an easy commute.

Listing Agents

  1. Michael Graff

    Michael Graff

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    michaelgraff@compass.com

    P: (224)-612-1085

  2. Sheryl Graff

    Sheryl Graff

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    sheryl.graff@compass.com

    P: (847)-650-1820

Property Details for 242 Leonard Wood South, Unit 211

Area
Highland Park
Subdivision
Fort Sheridan
Township
Moraine
Ownership
Condo
Num Of Garage Spaces
1.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
1.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
LISTING UPDATED: 05/22/2025 12:07 AM

Property Details for 242 Leonard Wood South, Unit 211

StatusActive
MLS #12365892
Days on Market54
Taxes$12,306 / year
HOA Fees$548 / month
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeCondo
MLS TypeAttached Single / Condo-Loft
Year Built1885
CountyLake County

Building

242 Leonard Wood S

27 Units2 StoriesBuilt in 1885

Location

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Building Information for 242 Leonard Wood South, Unit 211

Building/Complex242 Leonard Wood SFloor2Stories2Residences27Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy DetailsYesYear Built1885

Payment Calculator

$3,931 per month

30 year fixed, 6.845% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,357

Property Taxes

$1,026

HOA Dues

$548

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Property Information for 242 Leonard Wood South, Unit 211

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 112
  • Elementary School: Wayne Thomas Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Northwood Junior High School
  • High School District: 113
  • High School: Highland Park High School
  • 2nd Alternate Elementary School: Oak Terrace Elementary School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 112
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Pet Information
  • Max Pet Weight: 0.0
  • Pet Information: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Pet Count Limitation
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: North, South
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Parking, Common Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Storage
  • Common Area Amenities: Storage, Park/Playground
  • Num Of Rooms: 6
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Basement Type: None
  • Bedrooms Possible: 2
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Room Type: Loft, Storage
  • Num of Baths: 1.0
Exterior Features
  • Type: Condo-Loft
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
  • Other Equipment: CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Utilities: Cable Available
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Balcony
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 1999
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Attached: Condo-Loft
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Description: Common Grounds
  • Lot Dimensions: COMMON
  • Stories Total: 2
  • Total # Units in Building: 27.0
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Construction: Brick
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train,Historical District
  • North Coordinate: 24
  • South Coordinate: 0
  • East Coordinate: 0
  • West Coordinate: 9
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Management: Manager Off-site
  • Management Company: Berkson & Sons
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional
  • Public Document Count: 0
  • Photos Count: 31
  • 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: 14X14
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 10X10
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
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: 14X12
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 15X14
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 5X2
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 18X15
Storage Room 1 Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Storage
  • Deck Dimensions: 10X12
Loft Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Loft
  • Deck Dimensions: 14X14

Property History for 242 Leonard Wood South, Unit 211

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 16, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12365892

$449,900
May 1, 2025

Cancelled

MRED #12256614

$489,500
Jan 6, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12256614

$535,000
May 4, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1491467921

$429,500

+2.9% / yr

May 4, 2022

Sold

MRED #11349413

$429,500
Mar 27, 2022

Pending

MRED #11349413

Mar 26, 2022

Contingent

MRED #11349413

Mar 16, 2022

Listed (Active)

MRED #11349413

$410,000
Sep 27, 2017

Cancelled

MRED #09711415

$329,000
Aug 4, 2017

Listed (Active)

MRED #09711415

$339,900
Jul 17, 2017

Cancelled

MRED #09483756

$349,000
Feb 3, 2017

Expired

HARMLS #14594441

$359,000
Jan 23, 2017

Listed (Active)

MRED #09483756

$359,000
Aug 8, 2016

Listed (Active)

HARMLS #14594441

$365,000
Sep 5, 2014

Sold

MRED #08660892

$345,000
Aug 20, 2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #445609026

$345,000

-0.1% / yr

Jul 4, 2014

Pending

MRED #08660892

Jul 1, 2014

Listed (Active)

MRED #08660892

$350,000
Nov 4, 2011

Cancelled

MRED #07884840

$325,000
Aug 19, 2011

Listed (Active)

MRED #07884840

$325,000
Mar 30, 2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #133847392

$350,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/16/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12365892

$449,900
05/01/2025

Cancelled

MRED #12256614

$489,500
01/06/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12256614

$535,000
05/04/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1491467921

$429,500

+2.9% / yr

05/04/2022

Sold

MRED #11349413

$429,500
03/27/2022

Pending

MRED #11349413

03/26/2022

Contingent

MRED #11349413

03/16/2022

Listed (Active)

MRED #11349413

$410,000
09/27/2017

Cancelled

MRED #09711415

$329,000
08/04/2017

Listed (Active)

MRED #09711415

$339,900
07/17/2017

Cancelled

MRED #09483756

$349,000
02/03/2017

Expired

HARMLS #14594441

$359,000
01/23/2017

Listed (Active)

MRED #09483756

$359,000
08/08/2016

Listed (Active)

HARMLS #14594441

$365,000
09/05/2014

Sold

MRED #08660892

$345,000
08/20/2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #445609026

$345,000

-0.1% / yr

07/04/2014

Pending

MRED #08660892

07/01/2014

Listed (Active)

MRED #08660892

$350,000
11/04/2011

Cancelled

MRED #07884840

$325,000
08/19/2011

Listed (Active)

MRED #07884840

$325,000
03/30/2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #133847392

$350,000

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

Public Records for 242 Leonard Wood South, Unit 211

Taxable ValueLand$11,324Additions$134,931Total$146,255
Tax Record2024$11,565 ($964 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,577 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,577 SqFtStories2Lot Size1,577 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1885Year Renovated1995CountyLAKEAPN16-10-408-034Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 242 Leonard Wood South, Unit 211

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 - K 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
PublicK 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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242 Leonard Wood South, Unit 211 is a condo for sale in Highland Park, IL 60035. This property was listed for sale on May 16, 2025 by Compass, it's currently listed at $449,900. It has been on the market for a total of 54 days and was last sold on May 4, 2022. This listing's school districts are Twp Hsd 113 School District, North Shore School District 112. Nearby schools include Wayne Thomas Elementary School, Northwood Jr High School and Highland Park High School. 242 Leonard Wood South, Unit 211 is a 2-bed, 1-bath, 1,577 sqft condo built in 1885.

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