SOLD AUG 20, 2026

Sold on Aug 2026

$949,000

•

2,542

sq ft

842 Lyster Rd, Highwood, IL 60040

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About this home

Beautifully updated historic 4-bedroom home in sought-after Fort Sheridan, offering the perfect blend of charm and thoughtful updates. Step into an expansive foyer that opens to a spacious great room featuring a gas fireplace and stunning hardwood floors. The eat-in kitchen opens to a lovely patio-ideal for morning coffee while enjoying the scenic surroundings Fort Sheridan is known for. The second level features a large primary suite with a walk-in closet and a beautifully updated bath, complete with double vanity, quartz countertops, marble shower, and separate soaking tub. Three additional bedrooms and an updated hall bath with quartz countertops and double vanity complete the level. Additional highlights include a 2-car attached garage, convenient laundry/mudroom, and a fantastic back patio perfect for entertaining. Lots of recent updates including zoned HVAC systems, new roof, interior and exterior painting, new garage door, sump pump, insulation, gorgeous outdoor patio area, hot water heater, and more. Steps away from hiking, biking, and walking trails through the Forest Preserves and Openlands shoreline. Walking distance to the Metra and downtown Highwood's amazing restaurant district.

Single-familyProperty Type

1890Year Built

9,583 sq ftLot Size

$373Price/Sq.Ft.

$239/moHOA Dues

2 car garageParking

Listed by Susan Burklin • @properties Christie's International Real Estate

Bought with Susan Burklin • @properties Christie's International Real Estate

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•Source:MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12623808

Redfin Estimate

$942,961

$6,039 since sold in August 2026$84K since August

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$636,000
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SOLD MAY 1, 2026
$736,908
B
4 beds2.5 baths2,528 sq ft
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SOLD AUG 26, 2026
$479,000
C
5 beds2.5 baths2,344 sq ft
2617 Summit Ave, Highland Park, IL 60035
SOLD JUN 18, 2026
$520,000
D
4 beds2.5 baths1,975 sq ft
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SOLD JUL 15, 2026
$540,000
E
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SOLD MAY 29, 2026
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F
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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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Sale and tax history for 842 Lyster Rd

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12623808

Aug 20, 2026

Sold (MLS) (Closed)

$949,000

$373/sq ft

Public Records

Jun 29, 2023

Sold

$650,000

$256/sq ft

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11761375

May 25, 2023

Sold (MLS) (Closed)

$650,000

$256/sq ft

Apr 23, 2023

Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)

—

Apr 17, 2023

Listed (Active)

$635,000

$250/sq ft

+23

Historic Building in Fort Sheridan! Single Family Home with great natural light, gorgeous hardwood floors, fresh paint, deep crown molding and newer windows and doors throughout. Welcoming foyer leads to oversized living room with gas fireplace, separate dining room and first floor mudroom/laundry. Kitchen has all ss appliances, deep granite countertops, pantry closet and breakfast table area. Private primary suite with walk-in closet, oversized shower, jacuzzi tub and double vanity. Three additional bedrooms, all generous in size, share hall bath with double vanity and jacuzzi tub. Basement is perfect for storage. Two plus car garage, attached. Back deck and two front porches! Cul-de-sac location! Easy access to nature trails, bike paths, Lake Michigan, dining, shopping, Metra train station and coffee shops!

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08856667

May 12, 2015

Listing Removed

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Mar 9, 2015

Listed (New)

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08562570

May 30, 2014

Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)

$355,000

$140/sq ft

May 21, 2014

Pending

—

May 5, 2014

Contingent

—

Mar 19, 2014

Listed (New)

$489,900

$193/sq ft

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06738218

Aug 6, 2008

Listing Removed

—

Jun 25, 2008

Price Changed

Nov 26, 2007

Listed

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06569149

Nov 18, 2007

Listing Removed

—

Jun 29, 2007

Listed

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06493416

Jun 28, 2007

Listing Removed

—

Apr 27, 2007

Listed

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06425818

Mar 28, 2007

Listing Removed

—

Mar 1, 2007

Listed

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06385091

Mar 1, 2007

Listing Removed

—

Jan 18, 2007

Listed

Public Records

Jan 25, 2005

Sold

$660,000

$260/sq ft

Public Records

Oct 29, 2004

Sold

$660,000

$260/sq ft

Public Records

Apr 26, 2000

Sold

$185,000

$73/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$20,500 (+5.0%)

$60,327 + $194,608

$254,935

2024

$19,531 (+6.5%)

$60,327 + $194,608

$254,935

2023

$18,335 (+16.2%)

$56,875 + $183,471

$240,346

2022

$15,774 (+7.9%)

$51,266 + $185,148

$236,414

2021

$14,614 (+2.4%)

$56,319 + $125,026

$181,345

2020

$14,273 (+3.1%)

$54,441 + $120,856

$175,297

2019

$13,848 (+33.7%)

$54,186 + $120,291

$174,477

2018

$10,358 (+2.4%)

$56,773 + $77,769

$134,542

2017

$10,119 (+4.0%)

$56,773 + $77,769

$134,542

2016

$9,733 (+2.2%)

$56,446 + $77,321

$133,767

2015

$9,526 (−27.0%)

$53,738 + $73,611

$127,349

2013

$13,050 (+2.4%)

$53,887 + $114,892

$168,779

2012

$12,748 (−24.6%)

$55,285 + $117,872

$173,157

2011

$16,914 (+41.3%)

$58,524 + $179,679

$238,203

2010

$11,973 (+3.4%)

$55,922 + $137,196

$193,118

2008

$11,584 (+8.9%)

$59,264 + $145,396

$204,660

2007

$10,635

$57,148 + $140,205

$197,353

Public record

Beds

Baths

2.5

Stories

1.75

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

9,583 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1995

Sq. Ft.

2,490

Year built

1890

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Lake County

APN

16-10-412-002

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 Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage

Interior

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

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Bedrooms Possible: 4

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Dimensions: 13 x 12
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Carpet

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Dimensions: 13 x 11
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Carpet

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Second
Dimensions: 15 x 11
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Carpet

Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 10
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Family Room

Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Type: Eating Area-Table Space
Level: Main
Dimensions: 15 x 10
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 6
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Ceramic Tile

Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 26 x 12
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Second
Dimensions: 20 x 12
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Carpet
Bath: Full

Additional Rooms Information
Dining Room: Separate
Basement: Unfinished, Full

Interior Features
# of Rooms: 7
Flooring: Hardwood

Equipment
Appliances: Range

Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Location: Living Room

Exterior

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Porch

Building Information
Living Area Source: Assessor
Age: 100+ Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Roof: Asphalt
Construction Materials: Brick, Cedar

Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 2 Stories
Model: HISTORIC
Ownership: Fee Simple
Property Currently Being Leased: No
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): Yes
Rehab Year: 2023
Parcel Number: 16104120020000

Lot Information
Dimensions: 80 X 110
Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
Lot Size Source: County Records
Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $20,500.18
Tax Year: 2025

Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Special Service Area: N

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Lake Michigan
Sewer: Public Sewer

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

Location

Community Information
Community Features: Park, Lake, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

Homeowners Association Information
Association Fee: $359
Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
Association Fee Includes: Other
Master Association Fee($): 359
Master Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly

School Information
Elementary School District: 112
Elementary School: Wayne Thomas 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
Subdivision Name: Fort Sheridan
Township: Moraine
Corporate Limits: Highwood
Directions: Sheridan to Old Elm into Fort Sheridan, R on LW to Lyster

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,490
Stories: 1.75
Lot Size: 9,583 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1890
Year Renovated: 1995
County: Lake County
APN: 16-10-412-002

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 15, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: No

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Schools

Wayne Thomas Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi

7/10

Northwood Junior High School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi

9/10

Highland Park High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi

9/10

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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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Sun exposure

92/ 100

Exceptional sunlight

Sunscore

This home ranks in the top 17% for direct sun exposure in the zip code. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

9.9 hrs

5.7 hrs

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Estimated sale price

$896,000 – $1.09M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
800 Lyster Rd, Highwood, IL - Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3259 Sq. Ft.	$1,059,891
822 Lyster Rd, Highwood, IL 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4926 Sq. Ft.	$1,284,649

Address	Redfin Estimate
832 Lyster Rd, Highwood, IL 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2366 Sq. Ft.	$1,176,358
852 Lyster Rd, Highwood, IL 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2400 Sq. Ft.	$965,876

Address	Redfin Estimate
812 Lyster Rd, Highwood, IL 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3594 Sq. Ft.	$1,133,105
32 Pralls Loop, Highwood, IL 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3300 Sq. Ft.	$915,756

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