This sleek mid-century modern home in Highland Park rests on a serene and lush .42-acre lot, offering the feeling of a year-round retreat. An expansive circle drive welcomes you and provides plenty of parking for guests. Inside, floor-to-ceiling windows and sliding doors seamlessly connect the indoors to the outdoors, while massive elevated decks offer sweeping views of your private backyard oasis. Spend summer days swimming in the oversized pool, playing pickleball, soaking in the hot tub, or hosting memorable BBQs with friends and family. The open floor plan is perfect for both daily living and entertaining, with a light-filled living room that evokes a true treehouse atmosphere. The home features 4 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms, providing flexibility for guest accommodations or a home office. During cooler months, choose from three fireplaces to cozy up beside. The beautifully updated kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances, generous storage, and wide-plank wood floors, while the large mudroom/laundry room and heated 2-car attached garage add comfort and convenience. The walkout lower level is designed for gatherings, complete with a striking stone-topped bar, spacious entertaining areas, and a spa-like bath with separate shower and soaking tub. Ideally located within walking distance to town and the train, this rare property blends timeless design with resort-style living.
Single-familyProperty Type
1954Year Built
0.4 acresLot Size
$483Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Richard Richker• @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Listed by Melissa Richker• @properties Christie's International Real Estate
A circular driveway welcomes you to this captivating 3BR/4BA Mid-Century, multi-level residence nestled amidst mature trees and natural beauty. The home features a harmonious blend of space, style and sophistication. The front blue stone stairway leads you into the inviting foyer which opens into the main living and dining area anchored by a statement fireplace and graced by wide-plank, white oak hardwood floors. Large windows and sliding glass doors open onto a gorgeous new wood deck overlooking the pool - perfect for sipping morning coffee, viewing evening sunsets or hosting indoor-outdoor gatherings. Natural light floods the updated eat-in kitchen equipped with stainless steel appliances, newer cabinetry and granite countertops. The adjacent wet-bar area leads into the wood-paneled office with fireplace creating a cozy retreat. Ascend a few steps to find the primary suite boasting abundant closets and new south-facing deck. The en suite bath features jacuzzi tub/shower. Two additional bedrooms share a hall bathroom and complete this level. The sun-filled lower level features a separate front entrance, large rec room with fireplace, custom wet bar, dishwasher and sliding doors offer a cohesive indoor-outdoor extension to the home. Enjoy the spa-inspired bath with jacuzzi tub and large marble steam shower. The workout room/bedroom with adjacent full bath, laundry room and ample storage complete this level. The two-car heated garage showcases an electric vehicle charger and epoxy flooring. Resort-style living is on trend with a spacious fully fenced backyard featuring a large in-ground pool with fountains and colored pool lighting. The sprawling patio, gorgeous landscaping with irrigation system and limestone garden walls add the finishing touches to this outdoor oasis. Conveniently located - walking distance to downtown amenities, Metra train, shops, library, Green Bay Trail and lake. This property is ideal for those seeking a stylish retreat for entertaining, relaxation and appreciation of nature. Enjoy the pinnacle of suburban living!
Public Records
May 1, 1986
Sold
$150,000
$45/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$24,234 (+7.2%)
$106,756 + $199,407
$306,163
2024
$22,610 (+3.7%)
$106,756 + $199,407
$306,163
2023
$21,812 (+13.4%)
$100,647 + $183,860
$284,507
2022
$19,242 (+8.5%)
$90,722 + $165,729
$256,451
2021
$17,738 (+3.3%)
$99,663 + $129,206
$228,869
2020
$17,164 (+3.6%)
$96,339 + $124,897
$221,236
2019
$16,566 (+2.5%)
$95,888 + $124,313
$220,201
2018
$16,160 (+3.2%)
$106,784 + $107,837
$214,621
2017
$15,663 (+3.7%)
$106,784 + $107,837
$214,621
2016
$15,098 (−2.7%)
$106,168 + $107,215
$213,383
2015
$15,519 (−5.2%)
$101,074 + $114,075
$215,149
2013
$16,378 (+2.8%)
$98,459 + $107,338
$205,797
2012
$15,931 (+2.3%)
$101,013 + $110,122
$211,135
2011
$15,575 (+1.2%)
$102,572 + $111,822
$214,394
2010
$15,388 (−1.5%)
$144,507 + $105,233
$249,740
2008
$15,618 (+9.3%)
$153,144 + $111,523
$264,667
2007
$14,290
$147,676 + $107,541
$255,217
Tax history for 798 Bob O Link Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$24,234 (+7.2%)
$106,756 + $199,407
$306,163
2024
$22,610 (+3.7%)
$106,756 + $199,407
$306,163
2023
$21,812 (+13.4%)
$100,647 + $183,860
$284,507
2022
$19,242 (+8.5%)
$90,722 + $165,729
$256,451
2021
$17,738 (+3.3%)
$99,663 + $129,206
$228,869
2020
$17,164 (+3.6%)
$96,339 + $124,897
$221,236
2019
$16,566 (+2.5%)
$95,888 + $124,313
$220,201
2018
$16,160 (+3.2%)
$106,784 + $107,837
$214,621
2017
$15,663 (+3.7%)
$106,784 + $107,837
$214,621
2016
$15,098 (−2.7%)
$106,168 + $107,215
$213,383
2015
$15,519 (−5.2%)
$101,074 + $114,075
$215,149
2013
$16,378 (+2.8%)
$98,459 + $107,338
$205,797
2012
$15,931 (+2.3%)
$101,013 + $110,122
$211,135
2011
$15,575 (+1.2%)
$102,572 + $111,822
$214,394
2010
$15,388 (−1.5%)
$144,507 + $105,233
$249,740
2008
$15,618 (+9.3%)
$153,144 + $111,523
$264,667
2007
$14,290
$147,676 + $107,541
$255,217
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
4
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.4 Acres
Year renovated
1964
Sq. Ft.
2,918
Year built
1954
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lake County
APN
16-26-109-003
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 23, 2026.
R5
Moderate Density Residential District
This zoning district provides for moderate density residential and normal accessory uses. It is not intended to allow commercial, industrial, governmental, recreational, or like uses in this district; however, certain facilities required to serve educational, religious, or other needs of the area may be allowed within the district as conditional uses subject to restrictions intended to preserve and protect the residential character.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Day care facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Educational/school
Golf related
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Parking (Total): 2
Parking Features: Asphalt, Circular Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage