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Property Description
This beautifully well maintained and sun-drenched brick Cape Cod offers the perfect blend of warmth, character, and comfort. Featuring four bedrooms and two full baths, the home is filled with natural light and inviting living spaces throughout. The bright kitchen opens seamlessly into a stunning three-season sunroom surrounded by walls of windows - the perfect space for morning coffee, reading, entertaining, or simply enjoying peaceful backyard views year-round. The wide lot provides exceptional outdoor space along with a detached two-car garage. Thoughtfully designed with functionality in mind, the home features abundant closet and storage space throughout. The second floor includes two charming vaulted plank ceiling bedrooms with a unique walk-in closet connecting both bedrooms, creating exceptional storage and convenience rarely found in classic Cape Cod homes. The large basement with impressive ceiling height offers incredible potential for future finishing, recreation space, home gym, or additional living area. This home combines natural light, flexible living space, and everyday comfort in one truly special setting. Ideally situated in a highly convenient neighborhood, this home is close to grocery stores and major retailers, including Sam's Club, Walmart, Target, Marshalls, and Home Depot. Enjoy outdoor recreation just a few minute walk away at Walter J. Lauth Park, which was extensively renovated in 2025 and features updated playgrounds, basketball courts, tennis courts, and baseball fields.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 8144 Keystone Ave
General
- Price: $499,000
- Taxes: $11,289 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12664340
- Updated: 6/2/2026
- Added to Site: 2 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Park, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Interior
- Basement: Unfinished
- Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bath
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Additional Information
- Other Features: Commuter Bus, Commuter Train
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Off-Alley, EV Ready, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: Skokie
- County: Cook
- Township: Niles
- Driving Directions: One block west of Crawford, South of Cleveland
School Information
- School District: 73.5
- Elem School District: 73.5
- Midd School District: 73.5
- High School District: 219
- Elementary School: John Middleton Elementary School
- Middle School: Oliver Mccracken Middle School
- High School: Niles North High School
- Private School: Niles North High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Cape Cod
- Architectural Style: Cape Cod
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 1,597
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Year Built: 1952
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Garage(s)
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.121
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 43 x 125
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1952
- Tax Amount: $11,289.18
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 10224220360000
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Schools
Schools serving 8144 Keystone Ave
School Districts:Skokie School District 73-5, Niles Township Community High School District 219
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Elizabeth Meyer School 8100 Tripp Avenue, Skokie, IL 60076 | PK-K | 0.3 mi |
John Middleton Elementary School 8300 Saint Louis Avenue, Skokie, IL 60076 | 1-5 | 0.7 mi |
Oliver Mccracken Middle School 8000 East Prairie Road, Skokie, IL 60076 | 6-8 | 0.2 mi |
Niles North High School 9800 Lawler Avenue, Skokie, IL 60077 | 9-12 | 2.4 mi |
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Price & Sales History for 8144 Keystone Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/01/2026
Listed
$499,000
46.76%
MLS
8/24/2020
Sold
$340,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 8144 Keystone Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$10,902
—
$42,000
8%
2023
$10,902
2%
$38,999
—
2022
$10,705
27%
$38,999
45%
2021
$8,433
4%
$26,814
—
2020
$8,145
1%
$26,814
-10%
2019
$8,077
-12%
$29,794
1%
2018
$9,207
-1%
$29,457
—
2017
$9,277
3%
$29,457
—
2016
$9,011
11%
$29,457
19%
2015
$8,128
2%
$24,837
—
2014
$7,969
1%
$24,837
—
2013
$7,914
-6%
$24,837
-12%
2012
$8,405
—
$28,166
—
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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8144 Keystone Avenue, Skokie, IL 60076 (MLS# 12664340) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 8144 Keystone Avenue is currently listed for $499,000 and was received on June 01, 2026. This property is listed by Lili Zhang from our Glenbrook Office.Want to learn more about 8144 Keystone Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Skokie? You can browse all Skokie real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

