Solid Brick Home with Endless Potential in Grayslake This well-built brick home on an expansive lot offers unbeatable potential in the heart of Grayslake. Perfect for first-time buyers, downsizers, or investors, this property is ideally located near downtown Grayslake's shopping, dining, and Metra access. Top Highlights: SPACIOUS Lot for outdoor living, gardening, and even keeping chickens (yes, chickens allowed!) HUGE Detached 2-Car+ Garage with extra storage space PRIME Location close to parks, top-rated schools, and vibrant community events CUSTOMIZABLE Interior - ready for your personal updates, with the owner ready to complete the bathroom to your taste CONVENIENT Location for shopping, transportation, healthcare, Metra, and entertainment - everything at your fingertips! This Grayslake home combines suburban convenience with rural lifestyle options, offering the flexibility to truly make it your own. With room for gardening, outdoor activities, and even keeping chickens, this property provides a rare opportunity at an outstanding price in a highly desirable community. Located near quality healthcare facilities and just minutes from the Metra station for easy commuting, this home is ideal for downsizers and commuters alike. Don't miss out on the endless potential and value this home has to offer!
Single-familyProperty Type
1954Year Built
8,276 sq ftLot Size
$259Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Andra Simek• Keller Williams Success Realty
2 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Ewa Leus
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 284 Highland Rd
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12199051
Nov 19, 2024
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$212,500
$183/sq ft
Nov 8, 2024
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
—
Nov 1, 2024
Listed (Active)
$225,000
$193/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 15, 2024
Sold
$152,500
$131/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,080 (+4.2%)
$22,156 + $63,741
$85,897
2024
$8,710 (+9.2%)
$22,156 + $63,741
$85,897
2023
$7,974 (+7.9%)
$20,005 + $57,554
$77,559
2022
$7,391 (+0.9%)
$17,486 + $50,306
$67,792
2021
$7,325 (−0.3%)
$8,616 + $53,008
$61,624
2020
$7,350 (+3.4%)
$8,281 + $50,950
$59,231
2019
$7,111 (−5.3%)
$7,559 + $46,511
$54,070
2018
$7,506 (+0.6%)
$17,388 + $39,722
$57,110
2017
$7,461 (+3.5%)
$17,388 + $39,722
$57,110
2016
$7,208 (+1.8%)
$16,356 + $37,364
$53,720
2015
$7,084 (+4.4%)
$15,098 + $34,491
$49,589
2013
$6,784 (+2.5%)
$11,775 + $31,611
$43,386
2012
$6,620 (+3.1%)
$13,271 + $35,625
$48,896
2011
$6,422 (−4.0%)
$15,139 + $40,640
$55,779
2010
$6,686 (+4.9%)
$12,330 + $50,932
$63,262
2008
$6,373 (+20.0%)
$12,979 + $53,613
$66,592
2007
$5,310
$12,253 + $47,239
$59,492
Tax history for 284 Highland Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,080 (+4.2%)
$22,156 + $63,741
$85,897
2024
$8,710 (+9.2%)
$22,156 + $63,741
$85,897
2023
$7,974 (+7.9%)
$20,005 + $57,554
$77,559
2022
$7,391 (+0.9%)
$17,486 + $50,306
$67,792
2021
$7,325 (−0.3%)
$8,616 + $53,008
$61,624
2020
$7,350 (+3.4%)
$8,281 + $50,950
$59,231
2019
$7,111 (−5.3%)
$7,559 + $46,511
$54,070
2018
$7,506 (+0.6%)
$17,388 + $39,722
$57,110
2017
$7,461 (+3.5%)
$17,388 + $39,722
$57,110
2016
$7,208 (+1.8%)
$16,356 + $37,364
$53,720
2015
$7,084 (+4.4%)
$15,098 + $34,491
$49,589
2013
$6,784 (+2.5%)
$11,775 + $31,611
$43,386
2012
$6,620 (+3.1%)
$13,271 + $35,625
$48,896
2011
$6,422 (−4.0%)
$15,139 + $40,640
$55,779
2010
$6,686 (+4.9%)
$12,330 + $50,932
$63,262
2008
$6,373 (+20.0%)
$12,979 + $53,613
$66,592
2007
$5,310
$12,253 + $47,239
$59,492
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,642 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1969
Sq. Ft.
1,163
Year built
1954
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lake County
APN
06-26-104-026
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Parking (Total): 2
Parking: Garage
Garage Ownership: Owned
Garage On-Site: Yes
Garage Type: Detached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Bedrooms Possible: 4
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Main
Dimensions: 9 x 12
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Dimensions: 9 x 12
Flooring: Other
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Second
Dimensions: 11 x 12
Flooring: Other
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Level: Main
Dimensions: 9 x 12
Flooring: Vinyl
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 16
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Main
Dimensions: 9 x 13
Flooring: Hardwood
Bath: None
Additional Rooms Information
Basement: Full
Basement Description: Unfinished
Interior Features
Interior Features: Hardwood Floors
# of Rooms: 6
Equipment
Appliances: Range
Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Exterior
Building Information
Living Area Source: Assessor
Exterior Building Type: Brick
Age: 61-70 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Roof: Asphalt
Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 1.5 Story
Ownership: Fee Simple
Property Currently Being Leased: No
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): No
General Information: School Bus Service
Parcel Number: 06261040260000
Lot Information
Dimensions: 60 X 144
Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $7,391
Tax Year: 2022
Financial Information
Finance Code: Cash
Special Service Area: N
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Location
Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
School Information
Elementary School District: 46
Middle Or Junior School District: 46
High School District: 127
Location Information
Township: Avon
Corporate Limits: Grayslake
Directions: From I-94: Take the IL-120/Belvidere Road exit (Exit 6) toward Grayslake. Continue west on IL-120/Belvidere Road for approximately 5.5 miles. Turn left onto IL-83 S/Barron Blvd. Drive about 1 mile, then turn right onto Highland Rd. 284 Highland Rd will be on your left.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,163
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 8,642 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1954
Year Renovated: 1969
County: Lake County
APN: 06-26-104-026
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 15, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: No
Teams Information
Buyer Team Name: The Hering Homes Team
Around this home
Schools
Frederick School
Public 5-6 • Assigned • 0.5mi
5/10
Grayslake Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi
5/10
Grayslake Central High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 100° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Grayslake, IL • 60030
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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78
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66
47
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21
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.1 hours in
June and 3.4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10.1 hrs
3.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$287,000 – $347,000
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