$280,000
SOLD SEP 15, 2025

478 Buckingham Dr Grayslake, IL 60030

2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,273 Sq Ft
1991 Built

Recently Sold

$220 Per Sq Ft

6% Above List Price

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Great Room
  • Living Room
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Woodland Elementary School Rated A-
  • Laundry Room
  • 5-minute walk to Cambridge Park

About This Home

As of September 2025

This charming 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath ranch-style duplex offers 1,273 sq ft of easy, single-level living. Built in 1991 and impeccably maintained, the home features vaulted ceilings in the living area, a cozy family room, and a functional living/dining perfect for both daily routines and entertaining. The attached one-car garage with attic space, a driveway out front, and a fenced backyard with a patio and handy garden shed make outdoor living a breeze. Inside, the layout flows seamlessly from the bright living/family room to the kitchen, with all appliances, and a kitchen island included! There is also a convenient half bath right off the dining room. Above the bathroom, you will find a spacious attic with a solid floor/ceiling. The home is ideally situated just a short walk or bike ride from College of Lake County trails, a scenic pond, playgrounds, tennis and basketball courts, as well as local shops and grocery stores in downtown Grayslake. Assigned to top rated Woodland Primary, Woodland Middle, and Grayslake Central High School, this location blends convenience, recreation, and excellent schools.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jodi Cinq-Mars

Keller Williams North Shore West License #475181058 Listed on: 08/07/2025

Keller Williams North Shore West

Last Buyer's Agent

Annie Sullivan

Keller Williams North Shore West License #475173000

Keller Williams North Shore West

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,957

Year Built

  • Built in 1991

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Half Duplex
  • Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

  • 1,273 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Great Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Potential Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

Schools

  • Woodland Elementary School
  • Woodland Middle School
  • Grayslake Central High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Community Details

Pet Policy

  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

Additional Features

  • 2 Units
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,957

Year Built

Built in 1991

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Type Attached: 1/2 Duplex
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • EntryLevel: 1
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 1/2 Duplex
  • Year Built: 1991
  • Age: 31-40 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Humidifier
  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling(s)
  • LivingArea: 1273
  • Other Equipment: CO Detectors
  • Room Type: Great Room, Foyer
  • Stories Total: 1
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate,None
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Woodland Elementary School
  • High School: Grayslake Central High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Woodland Middle School

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 5968
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 10
  • Pets Allowed (Y/N): Yes
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes
  • Max Pet Weight: 999

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 6957
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 2

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 7, 2025
Closed on
Sep 11, 2025
Sold by
Nelson Jessica Lauren and Criales Jessica Lauren
Bought by
Cunningham Alaide
Seller's Agent
Jodi Cinq-Mars
Keller Williams North Shore West
Buyer's Agent
Annie Sullivan
Keller Williams North Shore West
List Price
$265,000
Sold Price
$280,000
Premium/Discount to List
$15,000
5.66%
Views
28
Current Estimated Value
$278,366

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$1,634
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.93%
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Outstanding Balance
$199,819
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$78,547

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 29, 2009
Sold by
Schulz Betty L
Bought by
Polfliet Gerard

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$125,000
Interest Rate
4.94%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $280,000 Chicago Title
Warranty Deed $165,000 Baird & Warner Title Service
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $200,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $125,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
09/15/2025 09/15/25 Sold $280,000 +5.7% $220 / Sq Ft
08/09/2025 08/09/25 Pending -- -- --
08/07/2025 08/07/25 For Sale $265,000 +23.3% $208 / Sq Ft
04/18/2022 04/18/22 Sold $215,000 +7.5% $169 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/19/2022 03/19/22 Pending -- -- --
03/18/2022 03/18/22 For Sale $200,000 -- $157 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $6,567 $72,489 $19,324 $53,165
2023 $5,366 $66,528 $17,735 $48,793
2022 $5,366 $58,652 $11,093 $47,559
2021 $4,710 $51,709 $10,662 $41,047
2020 $4,639 $49,200 $10,145 $39,055
2019 $5,141 $54,811 $9,734 $45,077
2018 $5,617 $57,058 $11,821 $45,237
2017 $6,088 $53,671 $11,119 $42,552
2016 $5,815 $49,544 $10,264 $39,280
2015 $5,552 $45,262 $9,377 $35,885
2014 $5,449 $43,596 $9,388 $34,208
2012 $5,447 $45,531 $9,805 $35,726
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12433848

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 06-25-105-006