*** Charming 2-bedroom ranch in Palatine, located in the desirable Fremd High School District *** The spacious living room overlooks the large 21'x14' deck and backyard. The eat-in kitchen features a new refrigerator and access to the adjacent laundry/utility room with basin (washer and dryer to be installed). Freshly painted with new carpeting throughout, the home is clean with a crisp, inviting feel. In move-in condition. Excellent Schools. Stroll around the corner to Hawthorne Park and playground. Conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, and the downtown Palatine Metra stop. Property is located in an AE Flood Zone. Being sold As Is. Taxes DO NOT REFLECT a Homeowner's Exemption. A sweet home!
Approved at $90K in 11/15. Investor property. ranch with some updates, windows, siding, architectural shingle roof (2008) updated kitchen and bath. Deck overlooks large yard. Park 1/2 block- outstanding schools (Fremd HS). Property is in a flood plane and will require flood insurance. Sold as is. Inspection to be completed prior to short sale submission. NO FHA OFFERS.
Public Records
Aug 22, 2000
Sold
$145,500
$130/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 1, 1987
Sold
$79,000
$70/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 1, 1983
Sold
$53,500
$48/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$7,401 (+3.4%)
$6,012 + $18,988
$25,000
2022
$7,160 (+16.3%)
$6,012 + $18,988
$25,000
2021
$6,155 (+1.5%)
$3,507 + $15,446
$18,953
2020
$6,063 (+0.2%)
$3,507 + $15,446
$18,953
2019
$6,053 (+12.8%)
$3,507 + $17,599
$21,106
2018
$5,367 (+1.9%)
$3,256 + $14,013
$17,269
2017
$5,265 (−2.5%)
$3,256 + $14,013
$17,269
2016
$5,402 (+14.3%)
$3,256 + $15,795
$19,051
2015
$4,726 (+1.2%)
$3,006 + $12,376
$15,382
2014
$4,668 (−5.9%)
$3,006 + $12,376
$15,382
2013
$4,960 (−11.9%)
$3,006 + $13,765
$16,771
2012
$5,628 (+15.7%)
$4,509 + $16,481
$20,990
2011
$4,863 (+7.5%)
$4,509 + $16,481
$20,990
2010
$4,524 (−8.0%)
$4,509 + $16,481
$20,990
2009
$4,918 (+18.4%)
$4,759 + $22,523
$27,282
2008
$4,152 (+19.2%)
$7,615 + $21,102
$28,717
2007
$3,484
$7,615 + $21,102
$28,717
Tax history for 115 W Helen Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$7,401 (+3.4%)
$6,012 + $18,988
$25,000
2022
$7,160 (+16.3%)
$6,012 + $18,988
$25,000
2021
$6,155 (+1.5%)
$3,507 + $15,446
$18,953
2020
$6,063 (+0.2%)
$3,507 + $15,446
$18,953
2019
$6,053 (+12.8%)
$3,507 + $17,599
$21,106
2018
$5,367 (+1.9%)
$3,256 + $14,013
$17,269
2017
$5,265 (−2.5%)
$3,256 + $14,013
$17,269
2016
$5,402 (+14.3%)
$3,256 + $15,795
$19,051
2015
$4,726 (+1.2%)
$3,006 + $12,376
$15,382
2014
$4,668 (−5.9%)
$3,006 + $12,376
$15,382
2013
$4,960 (−11.9%)
$3,006 + $13,765
$16,771
2012
$5,628 (+15.7%)
$4,509 + $16,481
$20,990
2011
$4,863 (+7.5%)
$4,509 + $16,481
$20,990
2010
$4,524 (−8.0%)
$4,509 + $16,481
$20,990
2009
$4,918 (+18.4%)
$4,759 + $22,523
$27,282
2008
$4,152 (+19.2%)
$7,615 + $21,102
$28,717
2007
$3,484
$7,615 + $21,102
$28,717
*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
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10,020 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,121
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cook County
APN
02222230080000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
Jul 29, 2023 • Final
Express-sewer repair permit(single family only)
Perform outside excavation on private property near the foundation wall. Provide and install a full-size clean out, perform rodding, and check for proper flow and operation.
Plumbing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Parking (Total): 2
Parking Features: Off Street, Driveway, Other
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 2
# of Bedrooms Possible: 2
Room Information
Room Type: Foyer
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 7
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 11
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Type: Eating Area-Table Space
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 10
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Ceramic Tile
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 10
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Ceramic Tile
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 20 x 14
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14 x 11
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Carpet
Bath: None
Additional Rooms Information
Basement: Crawl Space
Laundry Features: Main Level, Sink
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 4
Equipment
Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s)
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Building Information
Living Area Source: Assessor
Age: 71-80 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Roof: Asphalt
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Aprox. Total Finished Sq Ft: 1,121
Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 1 Story
Main Sq Ft: 1121
Ownership: Fee Simple
Property Currently Being Leased: No
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): No
Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft: 1,121
Total Sq Ft: 1,121
General Information: Flood Zone
Parcel Number: 02222230080000
Lot Information
Dimensions: 60X172X60X171
Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
Lot Size Source: County Records
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $7,401.30
Tax Year: 2023
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
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Community Information
Community Features: Park, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
School Information
Elementary School District: 15
Elementary School: Pleasant Hill Elementary School
Middle Or Junior School District: 15
Middle Or Junior School: Plum Grove Middle School
High School District: 211
High School: Wm Fremd High School
Location Information
Township: Palatine
Corporate Limits: Palatine
Directions: Palatine Road to Plum Grove S to Helen Road W to Home
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,121
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 10,020 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: —
County: Cook County
APN: 02222230080000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: No
Around this home
Schools
Pleasant Hill Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
9/10
Plum Grove Junior High School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi
8/10
Wm Fremd High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
6/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 69-77% chance 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
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Palatine, IL • 60067
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.2 hours in
June and 3.4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10.2 hrs
3.4 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$366,000 – $443,000
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Listing provided courtesy of: Baird & Warner
Listing agent: Ray Nicolas (2246296919)
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of Fri Sep 04 2026. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.