1938 Lincoln Avenue, Northbrook, IL 60062
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1938 Lincoln Avenue,Northbrook, IL 60062
$699,000
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- - sq. ft.
- Single family
- Active
Listed by: jacklyn pepoon
Office: compass
MLS#:12667569
Source:MLSNI
Price summary
- Price:$699,000
About this home
Move right in to this beautifully updated Northbrook home that truly lives larger than it appears with 2270 sq ft of usable living space! This expanded brick ranch combines timeless charm with modern finishes, offering 3 bedrooms, 1.1 baths, a spacious family room addition, and a fully remodeled lower level in a prime Northbrook location. The home opens to a bright living/kitchen space with refinished hardwood floors, recessed lighting, wainscoting accent walls and an updated light fixture. The NEW KITCHEN is a standout- featuring high end quartzite countertops, a center island for casual seating, stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry, under-cabinet lighting & perfect window overlooking the manicured backyard. The expansive family room in the back of the home is perfect for entertaining with its beamed ceiling, wood burning fireplace, built-in bar with sink & beverage fridge, sleek cabinetry for storage, and a stunning wall of windows overlooking the backyard. All three bedrooms are nicely sized and feature hardwood floors. The primary bedroom was reimagined with 2 separate closets outfitted with custom Elfa organizers. The updated main-level bath showcases a new vanity and mirror, quartz countertop and new flooring. The lower level adds tremendous flexibility with a finished recreation space perfect for a playroom, media room, or additional family living area, a convenient powder room, a separate dedicated office room, and an unfinished area that provides storage & laundry room. Outside, the fully fenced backyard has been thoughtfully reimagined with two separate patio spaces, creating multiple areas for dining, entertaining, and relaxing. Complete with an attached 1 car garage & attached interior shed for storage. Ideally located within walking distance to Greenbriar Elementary School, downtown Northbrook, and the Metra train station, this move-in-ready home awaits its next lucky owner. **Recent updates include- new Kitchen (2025), HVAC (2022), Water Heater (2023), Reverse osmosis water filtration system, Second Patio added (2023), Updated bathroom with new floor, vanity & mirror (2024), new hardwood floors in the back half of the house (2024), Refinished remaining hardwood floors (2024), Closet buildout with Elfa (2022), Wet bar renovation (2024)**...
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Home facts
- Year built:1955
- Listing ID #:12667569
- Updated:June 10, 2026 at 10:50 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:3
- Total bathrooms:2
- Full bathrooms:1
- Half bathrooms:1
- Rooms Total:9
- Dining Description:Combined With Living Room
- Basement Description:Finished, Full
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
- Heating:Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Central air:Yes
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Asphalt
- Year built:1955
- Lot area:0.19 Acres
- Architectural Style:Ranch
- Levels:1 Story
Schools
- High school:Glenbrook North High School
- Middle school:Northbrook Junior High School
- Elementary school:Greenbriar Elementary School
Utilities
- Water:Lake Michigan
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$699,000
- Tax amount:$9,415 (2024)
Parking
- Total parking spaces:1
- Parking description:Attached Garage, Garage
- Garage:Yes
- Garage spaces:1
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