Date
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Price
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Source
1/28/2026
Listed
$1,175,000
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Property Description
This updated classic red brick Colonial, located on an oversized corner lot in the coveted Sunset Park neighborhood, offers 5 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and 1 half bath. Thoughtfully expanded, the home features timeless vintage details including plaster walls, crown moldings, hardwood floors, coved ceilings, and decorative millwork, all seamlessly blended with modern updates and mechanicals. The first floor welcomes you into a sun-filled living room with a stone fireplace flanked by a set of French doors that open to a charming wood-paneled office/sunroom with access to a paver patio. The dining room is perfect for large gatherings, with French doors leading to the expanded family room and kitchen. The family room, highlighted by transom windows, flows into the spacious kitchen featuring custom white cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a generous island with seating, and a bright eating area with built-ins, a planning desk, and French doors leading out to the patio. Formal first floor powder room plus a spacious mudroom with slate flooring, built-ins, and ample storage lead to the custom deck and detached 2 car garage. Upstairs, the primary suite features a tray ceiling and French doors opening to a Juliette balcony. The primary bath includes a double vanity, soaking tub, separate shower and abundant closet space. Three additional spacious bedrooms share a charming vintage hall bath. The semi-finished third floor offers endless potential for additional living space. The expanded basement includes a large recreation room with excellent ceiling height, a fifth bedroom, full bath, laundry, and storage. Outside, the professionally landscaped yard features a generous brick paver patio and deck, ideal for outdoor living. A detached all-brick 2-car garage completes the home. Just steps from Sunset Park with walking and biking paths, playgrounds, tennis/pickleball courts, a bocce lane and sports fields. Prime walk-to-town location near shopping and restaurants. This Sunset Park charmer is not to be missed!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1878 Sunset Rd
General
- Price: $1,175,000
- Taxes: $20,271 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12538819
- Updated: Today (1/28/2026)
- Added to Site: Today
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Park, Tennis Court(s), Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Interior
- Basement: Finished, F
- Interior Features: Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Beamed Ceilings
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Wood-Burning
- Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High-End Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop, Oven, Humidifier
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Basement Baths: Yes
- Bathroom Features: Whirlpool, Separate Shower, Double Sink
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
- Bedrooms(Blw Grade): 1
Additional Information
- Equipment: Cable TV, Fire Sprinklers, Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Whole-House Fan, Sump Pump, Air Purifier, Backup Sump Pump
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus, Commuter Train
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Asphalt, Concrete, Side Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: Highland Park
- County: Lake
- Township: Moraine
- Subdivision: Sunset Park
- Driving Directions: Central Ave. West of Green Bay Rd to Sunset Rd, North on Sunset to home.
School Information
- School District: 112
- Elem School District: 112
- Midd School District: 112
- High School District: 113
- Elementary School: Indian Trail Elementary School
- Middle School: Edgewood Middle School
- High School: Highland Park High School
- Private School: Highland Park High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning, Small Duct High Velocity
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Steam, Heat Pump
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Colonial
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Construction: Brick, Wood Siding
- Exterior Const.: Brick, Wood Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Doors: French Doors, Lever Style Door Handles, Panel Door(s)
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 3,414
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1927
- Built Before 1978: Yes
- Remodeled/Updated: 2003
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed(s)
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.29
- Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 56 x 23 x 120 x 104 x 161
- Fence: Yes
- Lot Features: Corner Lot, Landscaped
- Fencing (Description): Partial
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1927
- Tax Amount: $20,271
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Property ID: 16224050190000
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Schools
Schools serving 1878 Sunset Rd
School Districts:North Shore School District 112, Township High School District 113
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Indian Trail Elementary School, Highland Park, IL 2075 Saint Johns Avenue, Highland Park, IL 60035 | K-5 | 0.5 mi |
Edgewood Middle School 2031 Sheridan Road, Highland Park, IL 60035 | 6-8 | 0.6 mi |
Highland Park High School 433 Vine Avenue, Highland Park, IL 60035 | 9-12 | 0.6 mi |
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School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1878 Sunset Rd
Tax History
Tax History for 1878 Sunset Rd
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$18,969
4%
$248,761
11%
2023
$18,271
8%
$224,231
7%
2022
$16,840
3%
$208,892
3%
2021
$16,295
3%
$201,926
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2020
$15,747
—
$201,926
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2019
$15,759
-10%
$200,981
-13%
2018
$17,492
3%
$231,897
1%
2017
$16,954
4%
$230,560
5%
2016
$16,344
3%
$219,497
8%
2015
$15,838
-5%
$203,936
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2014
$16,709
2%
$203,936
-1%
2013
$16,441
3%
$206,612
-3%
2012
$15,992
—
$211,973
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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1878 Sunset Road, Highland Park, IL 60035 (MLS# 12538819) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 1878 Sunset Road is currently listed for $1,175,000 and was received on January 28, 2026. Want to learn more about 1878 Sunset Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Highland Park? You can browse all Highland Park real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.