552 Burton Avenue, Highland Park, IL 60035
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552 Burton Avenue,Highland Park, IL 60035
$615,000
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,818 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Active
Listed by: jeanine shimer
Office: baird & warner
MLS#:12669349
Source:MLSNI
Price summary
- Price:$615,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$338.28
About this home
Welcome to 552 Burton Avenue, a beautifully maintained all-brick mid-century split-level ideally situated in one of Highland Park's most sought-after neighborhoods. Located just steps from the Ravinia Festival, the Metra station, local shops, and restaurants, and directly across from Brown Park with its tennis courts and green space, this home offers an exceptional combination of charm, convenience, and lifestyle. Built in 1956, this sun-filled residence features hardwood floors, crown molding, and abundant natural light that creates a warm and inviting atmosphere throughout, highlighted by new bedroom ceiling fans and updated dining and living area light fixtures (2025). The updated kitchen is beautifully appointed with rich cherry cabinetry, stainless steel appliances (2022), and granite countertops, flowing seamlessly into the main living spaces for effortless entertaining. The upper level offers three spacious bedrooms and a refreshed bathroom with a new toilet (2025), while the finished lower level provides a versatile fourth bedroom or office, an upgraded full bathroom (2026), and flexible space for recreation. Outside, the property boasts excellent curb appeal with a completely replaced driveway (2021) and a private backyard oasis featuring a new custom fence with a privacy cover (2025) and fresh landscaping (2025). The home features a long list of recent capital improvements, including a new water heater with an overflow protector (2026), a new garbage disposal (2026), a sealed, capped, and tuck-pointed chimney (2025), a new furnace (2024), custom living room blinds (2024), a wired 24/7 outdoor security video camera (2024), a new A/C system (2020), a newer roof (2016), and upgraded electrical service (2015). Just minutes from Rosewood Beach, the Chicago Botanic Garden, and downtown Highland Park, this exceptional home offers the best of North Shore living in an unbeatable Ravinia location....
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Home facts
- Year built:1956
- Listing ID #:12669349
- Updated:June 27, 2026 at 11:10 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:4
- Total bathrooms:2
- Full bathrooms:2
- Rooms Total:8
- Dining Description:Separate Dining Room
- Basement Description:Finished, Partial
- Living area:1,818 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
- Heating:Natural Gas
- Central air:Yes
Structure and exterior
- Year built:1956
- Building area:1,818 sq. ft.
- Levels:Split Level
Schools
- High school:Highland Park High School
- Middle school:Edgewood Middle School
- Elementary school:Ravinia Elementary School
Utilities
- Water:Public
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$615,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$338.28
- Tax amount:$11,760 (2025)
Parking
- Total parking spaces:2
- Parking description:Asphalt
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