Expanded & unique east Highland Park ranch exuding elegance, charm and amazing living space in an exceptional location near Ravinia, Chicago's Botanic Gardens & Lake Michigan. The welcoming foyer is graciously sized and acts as the heart of the home providing access to all the extraordinary open & flowing living spaces contained within. The sun-drenched & ample atrium addition impresses all with it's 13' ceilings, transom windows and shaker style built-in wet bar w/ glass front display cabinets, granite countertop, wine fridge and to demonstrate it's scale, currently houses a grand piano & gaming table - all open to the family room. The family room features tall wainscoting, a fireplace w/ marble surround, wall of windows w/ cozy built-in seating/storage bench and French doors to a flagstone patio and the fully fenced backyard. The spacious formal living room has 9' ceilings, original & rare redwood wainscoting, a WBFP w/ marble surround and burlwood panel (originally displayed at the 1933 Chicago World's Fair), built-in book/display shelving & storage cabinets, and double French doors to a cozy patio. The formal dining room is open to the living room (for easy entertaining) and has a beautiful wall of windows providing tons of natural light and is open to the updated eat-in kitchen. The kitchen has been expanded with a giant peninsula with stool seating, granite countertops, all stainless-steel appliances including an LG ThinQ French door fridge/freezer, Bosch DW, GE Profile 5 burner gas oven/range, under cabinet lighting & tons of recessed lighting. The primary bedroom features a cove ceiling, tall curly maple wainscoting, built-in dressers w/ marble top and natural stone bath w/ double sink vanity & large glass enclosed steam shower plus separate rain & handheld showerheads. All secondary bedrooms are spacious and have generous closet space. Two are adjacent to the primary suite and share a neutral white hall bath w/ a tub/shower and the 4th bedroom is located at the other end of the home and has it's own beautiful neutral white full bath w/ glass enclosed shower ('13). Additional features include newer roof ('18), oversized circular brick paver driveway, attached heated 2.5 car garage, convenient main floor laundry, security system, serene, quiet & private fenced yard w/ multiple patios, zoned HVAC, tons of storage, partial unfinished basement and convenient to shopping, dining, recreation, transportation and everything HP has to offer. Indeed, a rare gem to be loved & cherished!
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$875,000
545 Green Bay Rd, Highland Park, IL 60035
4beds
3,472sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1938
0.3 Acres Lot
$896,000 Zestimate®
$252/sqft
$5,165 Estimated rent
Home value
$896,000
$806,000 - $995,000
$5,165/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: June 26, 2025 at 01:01am
Listing courtesy of:
Patricia Denenberg 847-644-5921,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate,
Laura Hara 847-338-2661,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with:
Carolyn Schartz, CNC,CSC,SFR,SRES
Baird & Warner
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12295282
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Main
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 187 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X11
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Other
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 300 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X12
Other
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 104 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X8
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X13
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 323 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X17
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X8
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar), Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X12
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 42 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X6
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 442 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 26X17
Storage
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X8
Other
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X13
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Wet Bar, Built-in Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished,Partial
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 3,472 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2.5
- Parking features: Brick Driveway, Circular Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2.5
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.30 Acres
- Dimensions: 100 X 131
- Features: Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 16361190360000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cedar
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1938
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Community
- Community features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Highland Park
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/24/2025 | Sold | $875,000-2.8%$252/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12295282 Report a problem | ||
| 6/19/2025 | Pending sale | $899,900$259/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12295282 Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2025 | Contingent | $899,900$259/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12295282 Report a problem | ||
| 4/21/2025 | Listed for sale | $899,900-2.7%$259/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12295282 Report a problem | ||
| 4/9/2025 | Contingent | $925,000$266/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12295282 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $17,569 +10.8% | $239,933 +10.9% |
| 2022 | $15,854 +8.6% | $216,273 +15.6% |
| 2021 | $14,596 +21.2% | $187,050 +3.4% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60035
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Ravinia Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 6/10Edgewood Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2 mi
- 10/10Highland Park High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Ravinia Elementary School
- Middle: Edgewood Middle School
- High: Highland Park High School
- District: 112
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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