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Property Description
Charming, thoughtfully updated Colonial in a superb Highwood location - close to everything. 4 Bedrooms & 2 Baths with plenty of room to relax. Full of character and natural light, the home offers warm, comfortable living with functional flow and flexible spaces, ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. Recent improvements include new siding, roof, deck, driveway, fence, front walkway / hardscape, landscaping, appliances, countertops, backsplash, a redesigned laundry-mud room and Nursery. The spacious rear deck seamlessly extends the living outdoors, opening to a lush, professionally landscaped side and backyard with mature trees providing beauty, privacy & shade. A detached three-car garage offers exceptional space for vehicles, storage & gear. A fantastic opportunity for buyers seeking charm, space, extensive updates & inviting outdoor living in a stellar location close to town, restaurants, coffee shops, schools & transportation.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 52 S Central Ave
General
- Sold For: $636,000
- Taxes: $10,259 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12658466
Interior
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Oven
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Additional Information
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus, Commuter Train
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Total Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: Highwood
- County: Lake
- Driving Directions: Prairie to S Central, south to house.
School Information
- School District: 112
- Midd School District: 112
- Elementary School: Wayne Thomas Elementary School
- Middle School: Northwood Junior High School
- High School: Highland Park High School
- Private School: Highland Park High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
- Heating Type: Steam, Radiator(s)
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Construction: Shingle Siding
- Exterior Const.: Shingle Siding
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
- Roof: Asphalt
- Square Feet: 2,260
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Year Built: 1928
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 67 x 150
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1928
- Tax Amount: $10,259
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: Exclusions-Call List Office
- Property ID: 16154190440000
Listed by Compass
Sold by Baird & Warner
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Schools
Schools serving 52 S Central Ave
School Districts:North Shore School District 112, Township High School District 113
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Wayne Thomas Elementary School 2939 Summit Avenue, Highland Park, IL 60035 | K-5 | 0.6 mi |
Northwood Jr High School 945 North Avenue, Highland Park, IL 60035 | 6-8 | 0.6 mi |
Highland Park High School 433 Vine Avenue, Highland Park, IL 60035 | 9-12 | 0.7 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
52 S Central Avenue, Highwood, IL 60040 (MLS# 12658466) is a Single Family property that was sold at $636,000 on August 13, 2026. Want to learn more about 52 S Central Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Highwood? You can browse all Highwood real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

