OFF MARKET

Off Market Oct 2021 for $525K

$687,878

•

2,560

sq ft

701 Lyster Rd #701, Highwood, IL 60040

About this home

Gorgeous townhome in Fort Sheridan with eastern views. Over 2600 square feet, 3 bedrooms + office. First floor living room, laundry, garage access and porch. Unfinished basement with high ceilings for exceptional storage space. 2nd floor open floor plan with private office, kitchen with breakfast nook, dining room and family room with beautiful gas fireplace, and large eastern facing balcony. Updates include custom plantation shutters, hardwood floors throughout, new stainless steel Jen Air appliances, new hot water heater and air conditioner. High ceilings throughout, walk-in pantry, excellent closet space, large rooms, incredible space and well maintained. Incredible neighborhood filled with gorgeous walking paths, easy beach and lake access, walk into Highwood, community events all year round. HOA maintains the exterior landscaping and driveway. The neighborhood is a beautiful park-like setting year round.

TownhomeProperty Type

2002Year Built

$269Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Alison Wertheimer • @properties Christie's International Real Estate

Bought with Vicki Tenner • @properties Christie's International Real Estate

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•Source:MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11196460

Redfin Estimate

$687,878

$163K since sold in October 2021$5,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 7.9% lower than the average sale price ($747K) of 5 comparable homes.

SOLD APR 1, 2026
$861,000
A
3 beds2.5 baths2,483 sq ft
263 Michigan Ave, Highwood, IL 60040
SOLD AUG 21, 2026
$750,000
B
4 beds2.5 baths2,451 sq ft
1675 Sherwood Rd, Highland Park, IL 60035
SOLD MAY 29, 2026
$685,000
C
3 beds2.5 baths2,140 sq ft
1659 Friar Tuck Ave, Highland Park, IL 60035
SOLD JUL 30, 2026
$645,000
D
4 beds3 baths2,680 sq ft
1908 Mccraren Rd, Highland Park, IL 60035
SOLD JUL 30, 2026
$795,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths2,974 sq ft
1837 Eastwood Ave, Highland Park, IL 60035

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Market trends in 60040, IL

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

102.8%

3.3% MoM

Median sale price

$707K

$8K MoM

Avg. days on market

28d

7 days MoM

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1 MoM

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$1,150,000
3 beds4 baths2,638 sq ft
105 Prairie Ave Unit 105C, Highwood, IL 60040
$699,000
4 beds2 baths1,904 sq ft
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Sale history for 701 Lyster Rd #701

Date

Event

Price

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11196460

Oct 29, 2021

Sold (MLS) (Closed)

$525,000

$205/sq ft

Oct 11, 2021

Pending

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Sep 15, 2021

Pending (Active Under Contract)

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Aug 20, 2021

Listed (Active)

$550,000

$215/sq ft

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09306756

Jan 12, 2017

Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)

$357,500

$140/sq ft

Dec 7, 2016

Contingent

—

Oct 19, 2016

Price Changed

$380,000

$148/sq ft

Aug 4, 2016

Listed (New)

$385,000

$150/sq ft

+10

An exceptional value in The Town of Fort Sheridan. This 3 bedroom, 2.1 bath townhome offers so much with over 2500 sq. ft. of living space, plus a basement and an attached 2 car garage. The open floor plan, 9 ft. ceilings, hardwood floors, fireplace, spacious open kitchen with walk in pantry, large master suite, a huge deck off of the living room, a separate office and the first floor laundry room make this a place you will want to call home. Enjoy all that The Fort has to offer with its close proximity to the Metra, downtown, restaurants and winding paths through the ravines and along Lake Michigan.

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09120054

Jul 20, 2016

Listing Removed

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Apr 18, 2016

Price Changed

Feb 22, 2016

Price Changed

Feb 1, 2016

Price Changed

Jan 20, 2016

Listed (New)

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08921187

Jan 8, 2016

Listing Removed

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Aug 24, 2015

Price Changed

Jun 18, 2015

Price Changed

May 13, 2015

Listed (New)

Public record

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Last updated by owner on Feb 26, 2017.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# Of Cars: 2
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking: Garage
Garage Ownership: Owned
Garage On-Site: Yes
Garage Type: Attached
Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
Driveway: Asphalt

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bath Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower,Double Sink

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms Possible: 3

Additional Rooms Information
Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
Basement: Partial
Basement Description: Unfinished

Interior Features
Interior Features: Hardwood Floors
# of Rooms: 7

Equipment
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal

Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Location: Living Room
Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Gas Starter

Exterior

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Balcony, Patio, Storms/Screens

Building Information
# Of Units in Building: 6
Living Area Source: Assessor
Exterior Building Type: Brick
Age: 16-20 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter

Property Information
Property Type: Attached Single
Property Type: T3-Townhouse 3+ Stories
Ownership: Fee Simple w/ HO Assn.
Property Currently Being Leased: No
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): No
General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train
Parcel Number: 16104220040000

Lot Information
Dimensions: 0

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $10,100
Tax Year: 2020
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Special Service Area: N

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Lake Michigan
Sewer: Public Sewer
Electric: Circuit Breakers

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Community Information
Management: Manager Off-site
Pets Allowed (Y/N): Yes
Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK
Max Pet Weight: 0

Homeowners Association Information
Association Fee: $440
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Fee Includes: Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Snow Removal
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Association Amenities: Park

School Information
Elementary School District: 112
Elementary School: Wayne Thomas Elementary School
Alternate Elementary School: Oak Terrace Elementary School
Middle Or Junior School District: 112
Middle Or Junior School: Northwood Junior High School
High School District: 113
High School: Highland Park High School

Location Information
Unit Floor Level: 1
Subdivision Name: Fort Sheridan
Township: Moraine
Corporate Limits: Highwood
Directions: SHERIDAN RD TO 1ST (E) TO LYSTER RD (N) TO ADDRESS

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Stories: —
Lot Size: —
Style: Townhouse
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Lake County
APN: —

Home facts updated by county records on Feb 26, 2017

Other

Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing

Around this home

Schools

Wayne Thomas Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi

7/10

Northwood Junior High School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi

9/10

Highland Park High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi

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

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

2/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 98° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

0% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

4/10 Air Factor

4 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Highwood, IL • 60040

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In this area, properties receive around 10.2 hours in June and 3.3 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$654,000 – $792,000

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Home values near 701 Lyster Rd #701

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
682 Lyster Road, Highwood, IL 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2722 Sq. Ft.	$734,768
690 Lyster Road, Highwood, IL 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3224 Sq. Ft.	$894,600

Address	Redfin Estimate
686 Lyster Road, Highwood, IL 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2722 Sq. Ft.	$820,081
693 Lyster Road, Highwood, IL 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2522 Sq. Ft.	$631,216

Address	Redfin Estimate
678 Lyster Road, Highwood, IL 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2722 Sq. Ft.	$862,228
709 Lyster Road, Highwood, IL 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3040 Sq. Ft.	$661,748

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