$650,000

Brochure

beds

baths

half bath

2,232

square ft

861 W Dorset Avenue

Palatine, Illinois 60067

Active / MLS #12761444 / Single Family / Palatine

Listing information updated 10/7/2026 at 6:03am

Located in a sidewalk-friendly community with convenient access to parks and schools, this four-bedroom home offers comfort, functionality, and an ideal location. Step into the inviting two-story foyer, perfect for welcoming guests. The spacious living room features French doors and provides a seamless flow throughout the main level. A separate dining room offers a more formal setting for entertaining. At the heart of the home, the kitchen features beautiful white cabinetry, an island with additional seating and storage, a dedicated desk area, and space for an eat-in kitchen table. With abundant counter space and a desirable open-concept design, this kitchen is ideal for everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen flows effortlessly into the family room, which features a gas-starting fireplace and plenty of south-facing windows that fill the space with natural light. A mudroom/laundry room conveniently located off the garage and a half bath complete the main level. Step outside to enjoy your private patio and spacious green space-perfect for outdoor dining, entertaining, or relaxing. Upstairs, the primary suite offers a vaulted ceiling, creating a grand and airy feel. The suite also includes a large walk-in closet and a private bathroom with dual vanities, a soaking tub, and a separate shower. Three additional bedrooms and another full bathroom complete the second level. The full basement provides abundant potential and is ready for your design ideas, whether you envision additional living space, a home gym, office, or recreation room. This home is ideally located near local parks, pools, playgrounds, and schools, while also being close to downtown Palatine, offering Metra access, dining, shopping, nightlife, and more. Recent updates include: roof (2022), driveway (2025) and refrigerator/oven/microwave/dishwasher (2020).

Full Features

Architecture Style:

Colonial

Exterior Type:

Vinyl Siding

Basement:

Unfinished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Oven

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

31-40 Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Asphalt,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Attached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

2,232

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Acreage:

0.207

Internal Features:

Walk-In Closet(s)

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Room Information

Living Room:

16x12 - Main

Dining Room:

13x12 - Main

Kitchen:

13x13 - Main

Family Room:

17x12 - Main

Primary Bedroom:

18x12 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

11x10 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

12x11 - Second

4th Bedroom:

12x12 - Second

Eating Area:

13x9 - Main Level

Foyer:

11x9 - Main Level

Walk In Closet:

8x6 - Second Level

Other Room:

40x24 - Basement Level

Laundry:

7x7 - Main Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$15,088

Tax Year:

2025

Location

Zip Code:

60067

City:

Palatine

County:

Cook

Schools

School District(s):

15, 211

Elementary School:

Hunting Ridge Elementary School

Middle School:

Plum Grove Middle School

High School:

Wm Fremd High School

Architecture Style:

Colonial

Exterior Type:

Vinyl Siding

Basement:

Unfinished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Oven

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

31-40 Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Asphalt,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Attached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

2,232

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Acreage:

0.207

Internal Features:

Walk-In Closet(s)

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Living Room:

16x12 - Main

Dining Room:

13x12 - Main

Kitchen:

13x13 - Main

Family Room:

17x12 - Main

Primary Bedroom:

18x12 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

11x10 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

12x11 - Second

4th Bedroom:

12x12 - Second

Eating Area:

13x9 - Main Level

Foyer:

11x9 - Main Level

Walk In Closet:

8x6 - Second Level

Other Room:

40x24 - Basement Level

Laundry:

7x7 - Main Level

Tax Amount:

$15,088

Tax Year:

2025

Zip Code:

60067

City:

Palatine

County:

Cook

School District(s):

15, 211

Elementary School:

Hunting Ridge Elementary School

Middle School:

Plum Grove Middle School

High School:

Wm Fremd High School

Listing Office: @PROPERTIES

Listing Office Phone: 847.797.0200

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