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281 Michigan Avenue

Highwood IL 60040

3
4
2
3600 sq. ft.
Single-Family
Last sold for $935,000
Beth AlbertsBeth Alberts, last sold this property on 30 September 2025 after 115 days on market.

Overview

Stunning home situated on the first green of Highland Parks prestigious Exmoor golf course- Beautiful custom-built Lanon stone and stucco home on the market for the first time since it was built. Perfectly positioned on a quiet cul-de-sac in Highwood, it offers panoramic views of Exmoor Country Club and direct access to scenic preserve walking trails. With over 3,600 sq ft plus a full basement, this home features 3 spacious bedrooms (with potential for a main-floor suite) and 4 full baths. The upper-level primary suite is a private retreat with a fireplace sitting room, two walk-in closets, and sweeping golf course views. The luxurious en suite bath includes a jetted tub and custom dual-head shower. Warm wood floors and rich custom paneling enhance the main floor, where you will find a sun-drenched four-season sunroom, a handsome office, a generous dining room with French doors to a large patio, and a cozy family room with a wood-burning fireplace. The spacious kitchen is ideal for entertaining, with a breakfast nook opening to the patio, a walk-in pantry, and a mudroom leading to the attached 2-car garage. The lower level offers even more living space, featuring a large rec room, wet bar, exercise room, and abundant storage. Brand new cedar roof installed 6 months ago, generator, and sprinkler system for the ultimate convenience. Full of character and charm, this home is just moments from Highwoods vibrant restaurants, lakefront, festivals, and Metra. A true retreat in a truly special town. Be sure to click on the exclusive video to see the amazing grounds of this home!

Features

3 bedrooms
4 bathrooms
2 carspaces
2 garage spaces
3600 sq. ft. floor area
Single-Family

Estimated Value

Based on this property and similar 3 bedroom single-family properties sold in Highwood over the last 12 months, the estimated median property value of 281 Michigan Avenue is $500k.

Median value
$500k
Estimated value range
$287.5k - $935k
Median days on market
14
Estimated value trend
0%
decrease over the last 12 months
Average days on market is based on recent, comparable sales in Highwood. It is only an indication of the time a property is actively listed and should not be relied upon as an accurate representation of how soon a property will be sold.

Property history for 281 Michigan Avenue

2025
Sold
$935,000
30 Sep 2025 by Beth Alberts, of Compass

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Local market activity for 3 bedroom single-family properties in Highwood

In the last 12 months, 5 three-bedroom single-family properties similar to 281 Michigan Avenue, have been sold.

This represents a 58% increase in three-bedroom single-family properties sales when compared to the previous 12 months.

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