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Property Description
Charming modern Cape Cod completely renovated from top to bottom! This move-in ready home features a new roof, siding, windows, high-efficiency HVAC, plumbing, tankless water heater, and all new stainless steel kitchen appliances. Interior updates include engineered hardwood flooring, new carpet, porcelain tile, quartz counter and a brand new washer and dryer. The oversized garage has been fully insulated and finished, offering endless possibilities for storage, hobbies, or workspace. Exterior improvements include a new concrete driveway and patio along with fresh landscaping for beautiful curb appeal. Conveniently located within walking distance to the park and elementary school, and just minutes from shopping, dining, and more. Truly a turnkey home combining timeless charm with modern updates! *Listing agent has ownership interest in this property
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 208 Alvin Ave
General
- Price: $349,000
- Taxes: $5,853 (2023)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12646144
- Updated: Today (5/14/2026)
- Added to Site: Today
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Park, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Interior
- Basement: None
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: Northlake
- County: Cook
- Township: Leyden
- Driving Directions: North of North Avenue on Alvin Avenue
School Information
- School District: 87
- Elem School District: 87
- Midd School District: 87
- High School District: 212
- Elementary School: Whittier Elementary School
- Middle School: Northlake Middle School
- High School: West Leyden High School
- Private School: West Leyden High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Cape Cod
- Architectural Style: Cape Cod
- Construction: Vinyl Siding
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding
- Basement Desc.: None
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Square Feet: 1,096
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1948
- Built Before 1978: Yes
- Remodeled/Updated: 2026
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 70.1 x 149.3 x 85.4 x 199
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1948
- Tax Amount: $5,853.73
- Tax Year: 2023
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 12324040120000
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Schools
Schools serving 208 Alvin Ave
School Districts:Berkeley School District 87, Leyden Community High School District 212
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Whittier Elementary School, Northlake, IL 338 Whitehall Avenue, Northlake, IL 60164 | PK-5 | 0.1 mi |
Northlake Middle School 202 South Lakewood Avenue, Northlake, IL 60164 | 6-8 | 0.8 mi |
West Leyden High School 1000 North Wolf Road, Northlake, IL 60164 | 9-12 | 1.3 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Tax History
Tax History for 208 Alvin Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$5,854
-7%
$23,000
—
2022
$6,266
1566%
$23,000
47%
2021
$376
13%
$15,680
—
2020
$332
-3%
$15,680
-11%
2019
$344
-7%
$17,698
9%
2018
$368
-44%
$16,302
—
2017
$659
-45%
$16,302
—
2016
$1,198
-9%
$16,302
16%
2015
$1,321
4%
$14,113
—
2014
$1,270
3%
$14,113
—
2013
$1,228
13%
$14,113
-18%
2012
$1,086
—
$17,204
—
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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208 Alvin Avenue, Northlake, IL 60164 (MLS# 12646144) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 208 Alvin Avenue is currently listed for $349,000 and was received on May 14, 2026. Want to learn more about 208 Alvin Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Northlake? You can browse all Northlake real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

