NOT LISTED FOR SALE

306 Ashland Ave Highwood, IL 60040

Highwood Area

Estimated Value: $285,000 - $440,736

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,005 Sq Ft
$377/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: July 1, 2025

Last sale price $335,000 $333 Per Sq Ft

Est. 13% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,739 / mo

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Property is near park
  • Wood Flooring
  • 2.5 Car Detached Garage
  • Wayne Thomas Elementary School Rated A
  • Cottage
  • Patio

About This Home

As of July 2025

***OFFERS DUE BY MONDAY 10:00 AM *** Enjoy the good life in this lovely WELL-MAINTAINED cottage near downtown Highwood. Spacious room sizes. Adorable original "NOOKS & CRANNIES" with charm and tons of curb appeal. Kitchen is open to dining room, which flows into the living room. Over-sized 2.5 CAR GARAGE. Just enough space! Unfinished full basement offers laundry and good STORAGE. Current owner has taken great pride in the property, and it shows! Mature landscaping, NEWER MECHANICALS and major components (ROOF 4 years old, WATER HEATER 6 years, FURNACE approx 10 years). Central AC. Water filtration system. MOVE RIGHT IN or renovate a fit to your taste. A rare chance to get into the North Shore at a reasonable price, with A+ RATED SCHOOLS, safety, and high standard of living. NEWER: central air, windows, electric panel, water heater, washer/dryer and refrigerator. Also offers an INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY as a conforming rental property. 2 Blocks to train, dining, parks and shopping. Easy access to major expressways. Property is in great condition but sold "as-is". Photos were taken prior to current tenants. Showings start Thursday but may be scheduled now.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Carolyn Cerf

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475190924 Listed on: 04/24/2025

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Polly Richardson

Jameson Sotheby's International Realty License #475159834

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,310

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • 8,551 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 47.5x180
  • Fenced
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot

Parking

  • 2.5 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Stone Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,005 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Unfinished Attic

Kitchen

  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Potential Bedrooms
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Basement Cellar
  • Basement Storage

Schools

  • Wayne Thomas Elementary School
  • Northwood Junior High School
  • Highland Park High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Lake Michigan Water
  • Water Purifier
  • Water Purifier is Owned

Additional Features

  • Patio
  • Property is near park

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,310

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

8,551 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Cottage
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 1 Story
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: Commuter Bus,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • New Construction Y/N: No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Water Purifier, Water Purifier Owned, Gas Cooktop
  • Basement: Unfinished, Cellar, Storage Space, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: 1st Floor Full Bath
  • LivingArea: 1005
  • Other Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 1005
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Kitchen/Dining Combo
  • Total Sq Ft: 2010
  • Attic: Unfinished
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick, Stone
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.5
  • Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2.5

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Wayne Thomas Elementary School
  • High School: Highland Park High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Northwood Junior High School

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1963
  • Lot Dimensions: 47.5X180
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 2
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 7310.32
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 24, 2025
Closed on
Jun 27, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Carolyn Cerf
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Polly Richardson
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$325,000
Sold Price
$335,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,000
3.08%
Views
119
Current Estimated Value
$379,184

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$44,184
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.04%

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 27, 2015
Closed on
Jul 9, 2015
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Quin O'Brien
4 Sale Realty Advantage LLC
Buyer's Agent
Eve Tarm
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$249,500
Sold Price
$243,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$6,500
-2.61%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.27%
Original Mortgage
$230,850
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 3, 2006
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$261,250
Interest Rate
6.42%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 26, 2000
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$78,000
Interest Rate
8.31%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 18, 1997
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records

Home Values in the Area

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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$335,000 Proper Title
$243,000 Chicago Title Company
$275,000 St
$178,000 --
$90,666 --
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $100,000
Previous Owner $262,000
Previous Owner $200,500
Previous Owner $230,850
Previous Owner $246,525
Previous Owner $251,200
Previous Owner $261,250
Previous Owner $81,000
Previous Owner $78,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
07/01/2025 07/01/25 Sold $335,000 +3.1% $333 / Sq Ft
05/19/2025 05/19/25 Pending -- -- --
05/19/2025 05/19/25 For Sale $325,000 0.0% $323 / Sq Ft
05/13/2025 05/13/25 For Sale $325,000 0.0% $323 / Sq Ft
07/18/2023 07/18/23 Rented $2,200 0.0% --
07/14/2023 07/14/23 Under Contract -- -- --
06/29/2023 06/29/23 For Rent $2,200 0.0% --
07/15/2015 07/15/15 Sold $243,000 -2.6% $242 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/31/2015 05/31/15 Pending -- -- --
05/27/2015 05/27/15 For Sale $249,500 -- $248 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History

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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
2025 $7,858 $110,920 $40,636 $70,284
2024 $7,310 $104,573 $38,311 $66,262
2023 $7,310 $94,261 $34,533 $59,728
2022 $6,535 $81,007 $37,936 $43,071
2021 $6,035 $78,306 $36,671 $41,635
2020 $5,897 $78,306 $36,671 $41,635
2019 $5,726 $77,939 $36,499 $41,440
2018 $5,241 $74,750 $40,187 $34,563
2017 $5,178 $74,319 $39,955 $34,364
2016 $4,959 $70,753 $38,038 $32,715
2015 $4,774 $65,300 $35,341 $29,959
2014 $4,372 $60,504 $29,563 $30,941
2012 $4,282 $60,857 $29,735 $31,122
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12332714

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 16-15-204-021

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