896 Chaucer Way
Buffalo Grove, IL, 60089 $ 579,000
Bedrooms4 Baths2.1 Sq 2,103 Monthly Estimate*
$ 3,612
for $579,000 with 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths, 1 half bath. This 2,103 square foot home was built in 1977 on a lot size of 0.1809.
Located in the Stevenson High School district, this beautifully maintained and freshly painted 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath colonial in Strathmore Grove offers space, comfort, and thoughtful updates throughout. The home features a bright, open layout with large living and dining areas and an abundance of natural light. The kitchen includes solid cherry cabinetry, granite counters, stainless steel appliances, and a comfortable eat-in area. The family room is warm and inviting with a brick fireplace and new sliding door (2024) leading to the freshly installed backyard patio and vegetable garden. Upstairs, you'll find four spacious bedrooms with excellent closet space. Recent updates include first-floor windows, sliding door, and custom treatments (2024), backyard patio (2023), water heater (2023), sump pump (2022), and fresh interior paint (2024). Previous improvements include roof, siding, soffits, and gutters-providing peace of mind for years to come. The location is truly exceptional-just a short walk to Prairie Elementary School, the Buffalo Grove Park District facilities (featuring a fitness center, amphitheater, and open park space), and the Buffalo Grove Farmers Market and BG Days events. Perfectly situated between downtown Buffalo Grove and historic Long Grove, this home offers easy access to shopping, dining, and seasonal festivals. Nearby Dr. Larry Reiner Park offers trails, tennis and basketball courts, playgrounds, and open fields, while Buffalo Creek Forest Preserve and the Metra station are just minutes away-making commuting and recreation equally convenient. This is a rare combination of updates, location, and lifestyle-all within top-rated District 96 and Stevenson High School boundaries.
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FeaturesGeneralLiving Area 2103
Sewer Public Sewer Storm Sewer
Heating Natural Gas Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Possession Closing
Roof Asphalt
Appliances Range Microwave Dishwasher Refrigerator Freezer Washer Dryer Disposal Stainless Steel Appliance(s) Humidifier
HOA Fee 0
Garage Spaces 2
Association Fee Includes None
Architectural Style Colonial
Construction Materials Vinyl Siding
Year Built 1977
Electric Circuit Breakers
Township Vernon
Tax Year 2024
Ownership Fee Simple
Community Features Park Lake Curbs Sidewalks Street Lights Street Paved
Assoc Fee Paid Per Not Applicable
County Lake
New Construction N
Property Type Residential Detached Single
Contingency Attorney/Inspection
Subdivision Name Strathmore Grove
Total Rooms 9
Full Baths 2
Status Contingent
Directions DEERFIELD PKWY TO BRANDYWYN N TO CHAUCER W TO 896 L
High School Adlai E Stevenson High School
City Buffalo Grove
High School District 125
MLS Area Buffalo Grove
Elementary School Prairie Elementary School
Tax Annual Amount 15638
Middle/Junior High School Twin Groves Middle School
Standard Status Active Under Contract
Middle/Junior School District 96
Elementary School District 96
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InteriorInterior Amenities Walk-In Closet(s) Dining Combo Granite Counters Separate Dining Room Pantry
Basement Unfinished Partial
Flooring Hardwood Carpet
Total Fireplaces 1
Fireplace Features Wood Burning Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen
Half Baths 1
Total Bedrooms 4
Room Type Recreation Room
Total Baths 3
Bedrooms Possible 4
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ExteriorModel ARLINGTON 2
Parking Features Concrete Garage Door Opener On Site Garage Owned Attached Garage
Lot Features Landscaped Wooded Mature Trees
Water Source Lake Michigan
Total Parking 2
Foundation Details Concrete Perimeter
Lot Dimensions 71X111
Lot Size Acres 0.1809
Waterfront Y/N N
Other Equipment CO Detectors Ceiling Fan(s) Sump Pump Air Purifier Backup Sump Pump;
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* Excluded FeaturesList Byjoe.gattone@compass.comEmail
Affordability Calculator
- Monthly Principal & Interest
- $3,612
- Monthly Property Taxes
- $1,303
- Monthly Home Insurance
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Default based on a 30-year fixed rate of 6.375% with 20% down. The estimated payment is offered for convenience and is not an offer of credit. Due to market fluctuations, interest rates are subject to change at any time and without notice. Your individual rate may vary. Rates may differ for FHA, VA or jumbo loans.
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Average List Price $552,985
Percent of Sale Price 4%
About Buffalo Grove, IL 40,024 Population
-6% Since 2002
$ 100,418 Median Income
45.14 Median Age
31% Households with Children
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1539569 Elementary School
1536869 Middle School
Adlai E Stevenson High School High School
Pricing History| Date | Price | Price Change | Description |
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| 10/21/2025 | $579,000 | | Listed Price |