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Mada Hitchmough

281 Michigan Avenue

$1,050,000 281 Michigan Avenue, Highwood, IL 60040
Elegant Custom Home with Breathtaking Golf Course Views A rare opportunity to own this stunning, custom-built Lanon stone and stucco home on the market for the first time since it was built. Perfectly positioned on a quiet cul-de-sac in Highwood, it offers panoramic views of Exmoor Country Club and direct access to scenic preserve walking trails. With over 3,600 sq ft plus a full basement, this home features 3 spacious bedrooms (with potential for a main-floor suite) and 4 full baths. The upper-level primary suite is a private retreat with a fireplace sitting room, two walk-in closets, and sweeping golf course views. The luxurious en suite bath includes a jetted tub and custom dual-head shower. Warm wood floors and rich custom paneling enhance the main floor, where you will find a sun-drenched four-season sunroom, a handsome office, a generous dining room with French doors to a large patio, and a cozy family room with a wood-burning fireplace. The spacious kitchen is ideal for entertaining, with a breakfast nook opening to the patio, a walk-in pantry, and a mudroom leading to the attached 2-car garage. The lower level offers even more living space, featuring a large rec room, wet bar, exercise room, and abundant storage. Full of character and charm, this home is just moments from Highwoods vibrant restaurants, lakefront, festivals, and Metra. A true retreat in a truly special town.
  • For Sale
    Status
  • 3
    Bedrooms
  • 4
    Bathrooms
  • 1978
    Year Built
  • 3,600 Sq.Ft.
    Living Area

Features & Amenities

Area & Lot

  • Status: For Sale
  • Living Space: 3,600 Sq.Ft.
  • MLS® ID: 12383204
  • Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1978
  • Elementary School:Wayne Thomas Elementary School
  • Middle School: Northwood Junior High School
  • High School: Highland Park High School
  • School District: 113

Interior

  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Laundry Room: Upper Level
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Other Interior Features: Wet Bar, Walk-In Closet(s)

Exterior & Building

  • Garage Space: 2.0
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan, Public
  • Roof: Shake
  • Parking: Circular Driveway, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
  • Heat Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Sewer: Public Sewer

Financial

  • Sales Price: $1,050,000
  • Real Estate Tax: $14,783/yr

281 Michigan Avenue

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