$500,000

beds

baths

2,101

square ft

221 Burchell Avenue

Highwood, Illinois 60040

Closed / MLS #12456675 / Single Family / Highwood

Listing information updated 1/1/2026 at 6:04am

Exceptional Highwood Residence with Charming Coach House! Discover this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home perfectly situated near the heart of downtown Highwood. Featuring new hardwood floors throughout the second level and hardwood on the main living floor, this home blends classic charm with modern comfort. The spacious eat-in kitchen offers a large pantry, while the generous dining room and inviting living room provide the perfect setting for entertaining. Enjoy the changing seasons from the delightful three-season porch overlooking the nicely sized yard. Freshly painted throughout, with a newer roof and siding, this home is truly move-in ready. The property also includes a 2-bedroom, 1-bath coach house complete with its own heating, air conditioning, and laundry-ideal for generating supplemental income, hosting extended family, or creating a private guest retreat. A convenient 1-car garage rounds out this exceptional offering. Located just moments from Highwood's renowned restaurants, bars, and festivals-and only a short distance from Lake Michigan-this is an incredible opportunity to own a versatile property in one of North Shore's most vibrant communities. Don't miss this rare gem in the heart of Highwood!

Full Features

Architecture Style:

Farmhouse

Exterior Type:

Aluminum Siding

Basement:

Unfinished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Pool:

Age:

100+ Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Asphalt,Off Alley,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

2,101

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Acreage:

0.1704

Room Information

Living Room:

12x12 - Main

Dining Room:

13x13 - Main

Kitchen:

17x11 - Main

Family Room:

N/A

Primary Bedroom:

12x12 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

12x10 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

16x09 - Second

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Foyer:

12x07 - Main Level

Pantry:

08x05 - Main Level

Enclosed Porch:

20x06 - Main Level

Laundry:

N/A Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$10,771

Tax Year:

2024

Location

Zip Code:

60040

City:

Highwood

County:

Lake

Schools

School District(s):

112, 113

Elementary School:

Oak Terrace Elementary School

Middle School:

Northwood Junior High School

High School:

Highland Park High School

Architecture Style:

Farmhouse

Exterior Type:

Aluminum Siding

Basement:

Unfinished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Pool:

Age:

100+ Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Asphalt,Off Alley,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

2,101

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Acreage:

0.1704

Living Room:

12x12 - Main

Dining Room:

13x13 - Main

Kitchen:

17x11 - Main

Family Room:

N/A

Primary Bedroom:

12x12 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

12x10 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

16x09 - Second

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Foyer:

12x07 - Main Level

Pantry:

08x05 - Main Level

Enclosed Porch:

20x06 - Main Level

Laundry:

N/A Level

Tax Amount:

$10,771

Tax Year:

2024

Zip Code:

60040

City:

Highwood

County:

Lake

School District(s):

112, 113

Elementary School:

Oak Terrace Elementary School

Middle School:

Northwood Junior High School

High School:

Highland Park High School

Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Realty

Listing Office Phone: 847.433.5400

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221 Burchell Avenue, Highwood, IL 60040 is a single family home which sold for $500,000. 221 Burchell Avenue features 3 Beds, 2 Baths. This single family home has been listed on @properties Christie's International Real Estate since October 15th, 2025 and was built in 1923. Nearby schools include Oak Terrace Elementary School, Northwood Junior High School, and Highland Park High School. The nearest transit stops include Highwood Metra Metra Union Pacific North line.