218 S Central Ave Highwood, IL 60040
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,093
Sq Ft
8,146
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- Some Wood Windows
- Laundry Room
- Wayne Thomas Elementary School Rated A
- Living Room
- 1-Story Property
About This Home
As of June 2025This all brick home is attractively located in a desirable and rarely available neighborhood only a short walk from the restaurants and shopping of downtown Highwood, green space, and the Metra station. Enter through the front door into the living area with a large picture window. Vinyl windows in the kitchen and bedrooms. Views of the large backyard from the kitchen. Partially finished basement with full bathroom provides an opportunity to add value and square footage to the home. Completely fenced back and front yard. 2-car detached garage. Selling AS IS.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Riverside Management License #475204313 Listed on: 05/20/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,205
Year Built
- Built in 1956
Lot Details
- 8,146 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Asphalt Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1,093 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Some Wood Windows
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
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- Laundry Room
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- Fort Sheridan Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Senior Tax Exemptions
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
- Senior Freeze Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 20, 2025
Closed on
Jun 25, 2025
Sold by
Svoboda Anton M and Svoboda Anton J
Bought by
Manriquez Marco Antonio Rodr and Hoy Jacqueline
Seller's Agent
Thomas Hood
Riverside Management
Buyer's Agent
Edwin Becerra
eXp Realty
List Price
$345,000
Sold Price
$370,000
Premium/Discount to List
$25,000
7.25%
Views
20
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-35.69%
Original Mortgage
$351,500
Outstanding Balance
$351,500
Interest Rate
6.86%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$7,243
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 15, 2019
Sold by
Svoboda Anton J and Estate Of Ada M Svoboda
Bought by
Svoboda Anton J
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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 | $370,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Attorney |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $351,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $54,636 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $79,605 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $65,500 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/26/2025 06/26/25 | Sold | $370,000 | +7.2% | $339 / Sq Ft |
| 05/23/2025 05/23/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/20/2025 05/20/25 | For Sale | $345,000 | -- | $316 / 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 | $6,205 | $99,420 | $37,302 | $62,118 |
| 2023 | $6,813 | $89,616 | $33,624 | $55,992 |
| 2022 | $6,813 | $92,285 | $36,938 | $55,347 |
| 2021 | $6,529 | $89,207 | $35,706 | $53,501 |
| 2020 | $6,377 | $89,207 | $35,706 | $53,501 |
| 2019 | $6,195 | $88,790 | $35,539 | $53,251 |
| 2018 | $6,562 | $91,108 | $39,299 | $51,809 |
| 2017 | $3,318 | $90,582 | $39,072 | $51,510 |
| 2016 | $3,353 | $86,235 | $37,197 | $49,038 |
| 2015 | $3,521 | $80,122 | $34,560 | $45,562 |
| 2014 | $3,486 | $73,375 | $28,551 | $44,824 |
| 2012 | $3,347 | $73,803 | $28,718 | $45,085 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Thomas Hood
Seller's Agent in 2025
Thomas Hood
Riverside Management
(847) 421-1813
1 in this area
53 Total Sales
-
Edwin Becerra
E
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Edwin Becerra
eXp Realty
(847) 967-0022
2 in this area
4 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12367880
APN: 16-15-409-025
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