881 Marion Ave Highland Park, IL 60035
West Highland Park NeighborhoodEstimated payment $8,448/month
Highlights
- Recreation Room
- Marble Flooring
- Whirlpool Bathtub
- Braeside Elementary School Rated A
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Home Office
About This Home
Some homes just feel right the moment you walk in - and 881 Marion is one of them. Tucked on a beautiful stretch of Marion Avenue in Highland Park's beloved Braeside neighborhood, this 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home has been thoughtfully transformed from the inside out, with carefully considered improvements that make everyday living feel effortless. The layout was reimagined with real life in mind - a dedicated home office, a beautifully reconfigured entry and dining area, a renovated staircase, and custom closets on the second floor all come together to create a home that just works. The finished basement adds even more flexible space, whether you're thinking playroom, gym, or cozy hang-out spot. In the kitchen, quartz countertops, a fresh tile backsplash, and quality fixtures make cooking a pleasure. Kelly Wearstler light fixtures add a designer touch throughout, and the updated powder room feels polished without being overdone. The big-ticket items are done too - two new furnaces and A/C systems (2021 & 2023), majority of the windows are new, a second electrical panel, and a 240V electric vehicle charger mean you can move in with complete peace of mind. Outside, the home was essentially re-introduced to the street: a reoriented front-facing entry, new front door, fresh exterior paint, a welcoming porch and walkway, and chimney tuckpointing all add to serious curb appeal. All of this in one of Highland Park's most sought-after neighborhoods - close to great schools, the lakefront, and everything that makes this community so special. This one is truly move-in ready.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $18,231
Year Built
- Built in 1963 | Remodeled in 2021
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 50x182
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Electric Vehicle Home Charger
- Heated Garage
- Parking Available
- Garage Door Opener
- Brick Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Cedar
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Living Room
- Breakfast Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Recreation Room
- Partially Finished Basement
- Partial Basement
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- High End Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Trash Compactor
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Marble
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
- Whirlpool Bathtub
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Schools
- Braeside Elementary School
- Edgewood Middle School
- Highland Park High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $17,290 | $226,324 | $59,149 | $167,175 |
| 2024 | $16,180 | $213,372 | $55,764 | $157,608 |
| 2023 | $14,952 | $192,331 | $50,265 | $142,066 |
| 2022 | $14,952 | $171,925 | $55,219 | $116,706 |
| 2021 | $13,779 | $166,191 | $53,377 | $112,814 |
| 2020 | $13,333 | $166,191 | $53,377 | $112,814 |
| 2019 | $12,885 | $165,413 | $53,127 | $112,286 |
| 2018 | $12,683 | $172,341 | $58,974 | $113,367 |
| 2017 | $12,484 | $171,347 | $58,634 | $112,713 |
| 2016 | $12,488 | $163,126 | $55,821 | $107,305 |
| 2015 | $12,117 | $151,562 | $51,864 | $99,698 |
| 2014 | $11,068 | $141,143 | $53,961 | $87,182 |
| 2012 | $10,771 | $141,967 | $54,276 | $87,691 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/13/2026 05/13/26 | For Sale | $1,298,000 | +104.4% | -- | |
| 07/04/2014 07/04/14 | Sold | $635,000 | -2.2% | $221 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 06/30/2014 06/30/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/30/2014 06/30/14 | For Sale | $649,000 | -- | $226 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $720,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | Attorney | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Attorney | |
| Administrators Deed | $635,000 | Specialty Title Service Inc |
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $576,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $417,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12641044
APN: 16-36-307-048
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