1242 Arbor Avenue
Highland Park, IL, 60035 $ 599,900
Bedrooms4 Baths2.0 Sq 1,227 Monthly Estimate*
$ 3,694
for $599,900 with 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths. This 1,227 square foot home was built in 1956 on a lot size of 0.167.
Adorable and immaculate home in desirable Sherwood Forest, upgraded, move-in ready and much larger than it appears! Fall in love upon entering the foyer and seeing the spacious front dining room & living room which are open to one another for easy entertaining. Drenched in natural sunlight these rooms have hardwood floors, recessed lighting and a cozy WBFP w/ brick surround. The spacious eat-in kitchen features maple cabinets and all newer stainless-steel appliances (2021) including an LG French door fridge/freezer, Samsung 5 burner gas oven/range, microwave & dishwasher. Three generously sized bedrooms all with hardwood floors, white ceiling fan lights & horizontal white wood blinds share a large neutral hall bath w/ an extra-long double sink maple vanity with tremendous strorage and a white tub/shower with white ceramic tile surround. The full finished basement has a gigantic family room w/ a 2nd WBFP, a huge 4th bedroom w/ double closets & recessed lighting and there is a convenient & roomy office. Don't miss the oversized laundry room w/ white stackable front loading Whirlpool washer & dryer, enormous double utility sink, 2nd refrigerator/freezer, built-in storage cabinetry, under stair storage plus a separate utility/storage room with even more storage space. A fabulous deck overlooks the fully fenced backyard plus the detached 2 car garage with brand new siding (2026). Meticulously maintained and loved, additional updates include a new hot water heater (2024), furnace (2019), roof (2018), basketball hoop (2009), freshly painted and many newer light fixtures. Perfectly located on a quiet tree lined street in popular Sherwood Forest which has four nearby neighborhood parks, easy access to Hwy 41, train, walking distance to Starbucks, Dunkin Donuts, local neighborhood restaurants, both downtown Highland Park and downtown Deerfield, choice of HPHS or DHS and the list goes on. Truly a dream to show!
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FeaturesGeneralLiving Area 1227
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Natural Gas Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Possession Closing
Roof Asphalt
Appliances Range Microwave Dishwasher Refrigerator Washer Dryer Disposal Stainless Steel Appliance(s) Humidifier
Garage Spaces 2
Association Fee Includes None
Architectural Style Ranch
Construction Materials Brick Cedar
Year Built 1956
Electric Circuit Breakers
Township Moraine
Tax Year 2025
Ownership Fee Simple
Community Features Park Curbs Gated Sidewalks Street Lights Street Paved
Assoc Fee Paid Per Not Applicable
County Lake
New Construction N
Property Type Residential Detached Single
Subdivision Name Sherwood Forest
Total Rooms 9
Full Baths 2
Status New
Directions Deerfield Rd to Richfield W to Arbor N to home on W side of the street
High School Highland Park High School
City Highland Park
High School District 113
MLS Area Highland Park
Elementary School Sherwood Elementary School
Tax Annual Amount 9526.08
Middle/Junior High School Edgewood Middle School
Additional Parcels Y/N N
Standard Status Active
Middle/Junior School District 112
Elementary School District 112
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InteriorBasement Finished Full
Flooring Hardwood
Total Fireplaces 2
Fireplace Features Wood Burning Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen
Half Baths 0
Laundry Features Sink
Total Bedrooms 3
Room Type Office Foyer Utility Room-Lower Level
Total Baths 2
Bedrooms Possible 4
Bathroom Double Sink
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ExteriorParking Features Asphalt Garage Door Opener Yes Garage Owned Detached Garage
Water Source Lake Michigan
Total Parking 2
Foundation Details Concrete Perimeter
Lot Dimensions 50 x 146
Lot Size Acres 0.167
Waterfront Y/N N
Other Equipment Ceiling Fan(s)
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* Excluded FeaturesList By@Properties Christie's International Real EstateBroker
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- Monthly Principal & Interest
- $3,694
- Monthly Property Taxes
- $794
- Monthly Home Insurance
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Default based on a 30-year fixed rate of 6.25% 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 $1,547,543
Percent of Sale Price 158%
About Highland Park, IL 29,012 Population
-8% Since 2002
$ 129,779 Median Income
47.47 Median Age
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Pricing History| Date | Price | Price Change | Description |
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| 5/21/2026 | $599,900 | | Listed Price |