$1,095,000

Estimated payment $7,747/month

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,301 Sq Ft
$476 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Community Lake
  • Wolf Appliances
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Indian Trail Elementary School Rated A
  • Property is near park
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

Nestled in the heart of East Highland Park, 251 Central Avenue offers the perfect blend of coastal atmosphere and downtown convenience. Situated on a lushly landscaped corner lot between vibrant Downtown Highland Park and the shores of Lake Michigan. Inside, the layout is designed for both comfort and effortless hosting. The spacious Living Room, anchored by a cozy Gas Fireplace, flows seamlessly into a large Dining Room with a beautiful bay window. Just off of the Living Room, step through the French Doors to the bright Family Room addition, outfitted with vaulted ceilings, skylights, a wall of built in shelves, a dry bar and sliders out to the Patio. The delightful eat in Kitchen has been updated with a Wolf Gas Range, Marble Countertops and a custom Stainless Steel Range Hood. Adjacent to the Kitchen, the lovely Screened Porch featuring a beadboard ceiling and wonderful terra cotta tile flooring, is the ideal sanctuary for morning coffee or bug free evenings. The second floor is host to a sprawling Primary Suite, offering an incredible amount of space thanks to the thoughtful integration of the 4th Bedroom. This expansive layout features rich Hardwood Floors and an abundance of closet space. For those needing an extra Bedroom, the floor plan can be easily converted back to it's original 4 Bedroom configuration. The Ensuite Bath rounds out the space with a large, oversized walk in shower and timeless porcelain vanity. Two additional Bedrooms and a Full Bath complete the second floor. The unfinished Basement is full of potential, a blank canvas to put your personal stamp on this extra 1,000 sq ft of space. Additional amenities include a practical attached two-car Garage, Underground Sprinkler System and Gutter Guards. A truly unbeatable location with unmatched convenience, this charming residence is ready for its next chapter!

Listing Agent

Ellen Chukerman

Compass License #475140198 Listed on: 08/06/2026

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $20,605

Year Built

  • Built in 1965

Lot Details

  • 13,504 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 100x135
  • Corner Lot
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Aluminum Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,301 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Dry Bar
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Window Screens
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Partial Basement

Kitchen

  • Range with Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Wolf Appliances
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Accessible Home Design

  • Grab Bar In Bathroom
  • Accessibility Features

Schools

  • Indian Trail Elementary School
  • Edgewood Middle School
  • Highland Park High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Additional Features

  • Screened Patio
  • Property is near park

Community Details

  • Community Lake

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$20,605

Year Built

Built in 1965

Lot Details

0.31 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 1965
  • Age: 61-70 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: Yes
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • New Construction Y/N: No
  • Actual Status: New
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Range Hood
  • Basement: Unfinished, Partial
  • Accessibility Features: Bath Grab Bars
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Gas Starter
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Dry Bar, Walk-In Closet(s), Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room
  • LivingArea: 2301
  • Room Type: Sun Room
  • Window Features: Screens, Skylight(s), Drapes
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Screened
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Park, Lake, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Indian Trail Elementary School
  • High School: Highland Park High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Edgewood Middle School

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.31
  • Lot Dimensions: 100X135
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 2

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 20605
  • Tax Year: 2025
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Home Values in the Area

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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 $19,546 $254,889 $115,986 $138,903
2024 $18,300 $240,303 $109,349 $130,954
2023 $17,587 $216,606 $98,566 $118,040
2022 $17,587 $201,295 $108,281 $93,014
2021 $16,209 $194,582 $104,670 $89,912
2020 $15,684 $194,582 $104,670 $89,912
2019 $15,157 $193,671 $104,180 $89,491
2018 $14,298 $193,670 $115,728 $77,942
2017 $14,074 $192,554 $115,061 $77,493
2016 $13,564 $215,956 $109,540 $106,416
2015 $15,562 $206,211 $101,775 $104,436
2014 $13,264 $167,964 $92,380 $75,584
2012 $12,904 $168,944 $92,919 $76,025
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Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/06/2026 08/06/26 For Sale $1,095,000 -- $476 / Sq Ft
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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $401,000 Chicago Title Insurance Co
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $313,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Closed $400,000 Unknown
Closed $385,000 Unknown
Closed $335,000 Unknown
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Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12687420

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 16-23-403-014

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