1314 Saint Johns Ave Highland Park, IL 60035
East Highland Park Neighborhood
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,401
Sq Ft
5,663
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Colonial Architecture
- Recreation Room
- Den
- Indian Trail Elementary School Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- Formal Dining Room
About This Home
As of July 2025Discover your sanctuary in this delightful 2 bedroom house in the sought after area of vibrant Highland Park. Hardwood floors, gas burning fireplace. Adjacent to the living room is the sunny office/workout room surrounded by windows and a wall of built-in bookshelves. Separate large light filled dining room with built-ins. Overlooks the large, fenced back yard (it's a double back yard. You have to see it.) The eat-in kitchen, with plentiful cabinets, a recent Bosch dishwasher & more. Upstairs: the spacious Primary bedroom suite with 2 ample closets and room for both a reading nook and office space. The second good-sized bedroom also has an desk area. The recently updated bathroom with subway tile and antique style vanity complete the 2nd story. See the full-finished basement with a new 1/2 bathroom, laundry room and cedar closet. Sun-filled backyard large backyard. Enjoy gardening or lounging on the swing chair while listening to to the inviting sounds of the charming fountain. Beyond the 1&1/2 car garage is the 2nd fenced in yard-really a great space! Through the back gate is access to the Green Bay Trail. Great location! Walk to downtown HP and the Ravinia restaurant/shopping area, schools, Rosewood Beach, Metra, Food Truck Thursdays, Farmer's Market Wednesday, and more!!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475124356 Listed on: 06/20/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $10,226
Year Built
- Built in 1940
Lot Details
- 5,663 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 50x120
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Parking
- 1.5 Car Garage
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Asphalt Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1,401 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Built-In Features
- Bookcases
- Ceiling Fan
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Replacement Windows
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Den
- Recreation Room
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Potential Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Soaking Tub
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Schools
- Ravinia Elementary School
- Edgewood Middle School
- Highland Park High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
- Gas Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 7, 2012
Closed on
Oct 22, 2012
Sold by
Happ Jerry R and Happ Molly A
Bought by
Welch Kara Lee
Seller's Agent
Mary Ann Brown
Buyer's Agent
Frances Ellis
Coldwell Banker Residential
List Price
$268,000
Sold Price
$240,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$28,000
-10.45%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.87%
Original Mortgage
$235,653
Outstanding Balance
$161,334
Interest Rate
3.12%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$403,160
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 27, 2001
Sold by
Robinson Milton J
Bought by
Happ Jerry R and Happ Molly S
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$115,000
Interest Rate
6.99%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 1, 1999
Sold by
Reynolds Brian and Reynolds Mary
Bought by
Robinson Milton J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$189,900
Interest Rate
7.28%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 26, 1997
Sold by
Tilmon Louise Irene
Bought by
Reynolds Brian and Reynolds Mary
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$164,900
Interest Rate
8.01%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $240,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $292,000 | Collar Counties Title Plant | |
| Warranty Deed | $211,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $194,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $235,653 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $166,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $150,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $115,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $189,900 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $191,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $189,900 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $164,900 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/30/2025 07/30/25 | Sold | $540,000 | -1.6% | $385 / Sq Ft |
| 07/02/2025 07/02/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/20/2025 06/20/25 | For Sale | $548,888 | +128.7% | $392 / Sq Ft |
| 10/26/2012 10/26/12 | Sold | $240,000 | -7.3% | $217 / Sq Ft |
| 09/18/2012 09/18/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/18/2012 06/18/12 | Price Changed | $259,000 | -3.4% | $234 / Sq Ft |
| 05/07/2012 05/07/12 | For Sale | $268,000 | -- | $242 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $10,226 | $138,194 | $50,599 | $87,595 |
| 2023 | $10,226 | $124,566 | $45,609 | $78,957 |
| 2022 | $8,071 | $95,621 | $50,104 | $45,517 |
| 2021 | $7,429 | $92,432 | $48,433 | $43,999 |
| 2020 | $7,189 | $92,432 | $48,433 | $43,999 |
| 2019 | $6,949 | $91,999 | $48,206 | $43,793 |
| 2018 | $7,583 | $105,537 | $52,781 | $52,756 |
| 2017 | $7,464 | $104,929 | $52,477 | $52,452 |
| 2016 | $7,182 | $99,894 | $49,959 | $49,935 |
| 2015 | $6,941 | $92,812 | $46,417 | $46,395 |
| 2014 | $5,989 | $79,110 | $35,131 | $43,979 |
| 2012 | $5,836 | $79,572 | $35,336 | $44,236 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Cory Albiani
Seller's Agent in 2025
Cory Albiani
@ Properties
(847) 433-2879
71 in this area
134 Total Sales
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Jane Pickus
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Jane Pickus
@ Properties
6 in this area
22 Total Sales
-
Elaina Kritikos
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Elaina Kritikos
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
(224) 381-9525
1 in this area
2 Total Sales
-
M
Seller's Agent in 2012
Mary Ann Brown
-
F
Buyer's Agent in 2012
Frances Ellis
Coldwell Banker Residential
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12399611
APN: 16-26-210-013
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