OFF MARKET

Off Market Sep 2015 for $168K

$299,711

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,289/mo

•

1,240

sq ft

157 W Lake Cook Rd, Palatine, IL 60074

About this home

Awesome value and condition! Three level townhome with loads of updates! Updated kitchen w/SS appliances! Large dining area & living room! Walk out triple patio doors to a cozy balcony that overlooks the treetops! Two huge bedrooms upstairs with huge closets! Updated bath with granite counter tops and two sinks! Finished lower level with walk out to patio! Loads of storage! In unit laundry! One Car Garage! Brand new windows! Brand new Furnace & AC! Easy & quick access to highways! Walk to Deer Park Mall & Deer Grove Forest Preserve! Owners can rent!

TownhomeProperty Type

1973Year Built

3,200 sq ftLot Size

$242Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 car garageParking

Listed by Virginia Opsahl • RE/MAX At Home

Listed by Benjamin Opsahl

Bought with Hugo Estarita • HomeSmart Connect LLC

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•Source:MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09005782

Redfin Estimate

$299,711

$132K since sold in September 2015$1,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 13.3% lower than the average sale price ($346K) of 4 comparable homes.

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$315,000
A
2 beds1.5 baths1,200 sq ft
241 W Fairfield Ct, Palatine, IL 60067
SOLD JUN 23, 2026
$440,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,326 sq ft
1145 N Thackeray Dr, Palatine, IL 60067
SOLD APR 3, 2026
$325,000
C
3 beds1.5 baths1,389 sq ft
1462 N Gatewood Ave, Palatine, IL 60067
SOLD NOV 19, 2025
$303,500
D
2 beds1.5 baths1,376 sq ft
218 E Forest Knoll Dr, Palatine, IL 60074

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$1,828/mo

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Market trends in 60074, IL

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.7%

+0.5% MoM

Median sale price

$350K

$45K MoM

Avg. days on market

42d

1 days MoM

Recently sold homes

120

7 MoM

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$559,900
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$262,000
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$250,000
2 beds1 bath1,029 sq ft
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Sale history for 157 W Lake Cook Rd

Date

Event

Price

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09005782

Sep 18, 2015

Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)

$168,000

$135/sq ft

Aug 12, 2015

Pending (Contingent (Do Not Show))

—

Aug 7, 2015

Listed (New)

$168,000

$135/sq ft

Public Records

Oct 8, 2009

Sold

$145,000

$117/sq ft

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07160163

Sep 29, 2009

Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)

$147,900

$119/sq ft

Sep 27, 2009

Pending

—

Jun 29, 2009

Contingent

—

Jun 22, 2009

Price Changed

$159,900

$129/sq ft

Jun 1, 2009

Price Changed

$164,900

$133/sq ft

May 15, 2009

Price Changed

$169,900

$137/sq ft

May 1, 2009

Price Changed

$174,900

$141/sq ft

Apr 22, 2009

Price Changed

$184,900

$149/sq ft

Apr 15, 2009

Price Changed

$189,900

$153/sq ft

Apr 1, 2009

Price Changed

$194,900

$157/sq ft

Mar 13, 2009

Listed

$199,900

$161/sq ft

Wow! Gorgeous Three-level townhome with an awesome location in great condition! Many updates throughout. Large room sizes and spacious floor plan make this home perfect for almost anyone. This home is close to everything including expressways and shopping. This home is priced to sell and will be a short sale situation. Please allow time for bank approval. LISTED BY A CDPE (CERTIFIED DISTRESSED PROPERTY EXPERT)

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07039342

Mar 11, 2009

Listing Removed

—

Jan 9, 2009

Price Changed

Oct 2, 2008

Listed

Public Records

Oct 6, 2005

Sold

$235,000

$190/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$4,643 (+4.1%)

$3,500 + $15,500

$19,000

2022

$4,462 (+14.1%)

$3,500 + $15,500

$19,000

2021

$3,912 (−3.7%)

$10,363 + $5,013

$15,376

2020

$4,063

$10,363 + $5,438

$15,801

2019

$4,063 (+9.9%)

$10,363 + $7,233

$17,596

2018

$3,696 (+1.4%)

$9,327 + $6,003

$15,330

2017

$3,645 (+0.2%)

$9,327 + $6,003

$15,330

2016

$3,639 (+16.5%)

$9,327 + $6,003

$15,330

2015

$3,122 (+0.7%)

$8,521 + $4,264

$12,785

2014

$3,100 (+0.8%)

$8,521 + $4,264

$12,785

2013

$3,076 (−23.6%)

$8,521 + $4,511

$13,032

2012

$4,024 (+28.5%)

$2,993 + $14,510

$17,503

2011

$3,132 (−22.1%)

$2,993 + $9,227

$12,220

2010

$4,019 (+31.8%)

$3,892 + $11,995

$15,887

2009

$3,048 (+10.9%)

$4,790 + $8,442

$13,232

2008

$2,749 (−7.2%)

$5,987 + $7,245

$13,232

2007

$2,963

$6,586 + $7,969

$14,555

Tax history for 157 W Lake Cook Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$4,643 (+4.1%)

$3,500 + $15,500

$19,000

2022

$4,462 (+14.1%)

$3,500 + $15,500

$19,000

2021

$3,912 (−3.7%)

$10,363 + $5,013

$15,376

2020

$4,063

$10,363 + $5,438

$15,801

2019

$4,063 (+9.9%)

$10,363 + $7,233

$17,596

2018

$3,696 (+1.4%)

$9,327 + $6,003

$15,330

2017

$3,645 (+0.2%)

$9,327 + $6,003

$15,330

2016

$3,639 (+16.5%)

$9,327 + $6,003

$15,330

2015

$3,122 (+0.7%)

$8,521 + $4,264

$12,785

2014

$3,100 (+0.8%)

$8,521 + $4,264

$12,785

2013

$3,076 (−23.6%)

$8,521 + $4,511

$13,032

2012

$4,024 (+28.5%)

$2,993 + $14,510

$17,503

2011

$3,132 (−22.1%)

$2,993 + $9,227

$12,220

2010

$4,019 (+31.8%)

$3,892 + $11,995

$15,887

2009

$3,048 (+10.9%)

$4,790 + $8,442

$13,232

2008

$2,749 (−7.2%)

$5,987 + $7,245

$13,232

2007

$2,963

$6,586 + $7,969

$14,555

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

1.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

4,606 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,240

Year built

1972

Style

Townhouse

County

Cook County

APN

02032060390000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# Of Cars: 1
# of Garage Spaces: 1
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): 1
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bath Amenities: Double Sink

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 2
# of Bedrooms Possible: 2

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Dimensions: 14 x 11
Flooring: Carpet

Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 08 x 08
Flooring: Wood Laminate

Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Level: Walkout Basement
Dimensions: 19 x 19
Window Treatments: All
Flooring: Carpet

Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 10
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Wood Laminate

Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 19 x 14
Window Treatments: All
Flooring: Wood Laminate

Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Second
Dimensions: 17 x 12
Flooring: Carpet

Additional Rooms Information
Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
Basement: Full, Walkout
Basement Description: Finished,Exterior Access

Interior Features
Interior Features: Wood Laminate Floors, Laundry Hook-Up in Unit, Storage
# of Rooms: 6

Equipment
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
TV-Cable, Ceiling Fan(s)

Exterior

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Balcony, Deck, Patio, Storms/Screens, End Unit

Building Information
# Of Units in Building: 4
Living Area Source: Assessor
Exterior Building Type: Brick
Age: 41-50 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Roof: Asphalt
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter

Property Information
Property Type: Attached Single
Property Type: Townhouse-2 Story
Ownership: Fee Simple w/ HO Assn.
Rehab (Y/N): No
General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
Parcel Number: 02032060390000

Lot Information
Dimensions: 160X20

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,100.87
Tax Year: 2014
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Financial Information
Finance Code: FHA
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: 999

Homeowners Association Information
Association Fee: $253
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Fee Includes: Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Snow Removal

School Information
Elementary School District: 15
Elementary School: LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Middle Or Junior School District: 15
Middle Or Junior School: WALTER R SUNDLING JUNIOR HIGH SC
High School District: 211
High School: PALATINE HIGH SCHOOL

Location Information
Unit Floor Level: 1
Township: PALATINE
Corporate Limits: PALATINE
Directions: PROPERTY ON FRONTAGE STREET - LAKE COOK W OF RAND (RT 12) 1/3 MILE ON LEFT -SOUTH SIDE

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,240
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 4,606 square feet
Style: Townhouse
Year Built: 1972
Year Renovated: —
County: Cook County
APN: 02032060390000

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing, Immediate

Around this home

Schools

Lincoln Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.7mi

6/10

Walter R Sundling Junior High School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.7mi

5/10

Palatine High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.0mi

8/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

3/10 Fire Factor

0.62% 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 • 60074

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Estimated sale price

$285,000 – $345,000

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Home values near 157 W Lake Cook Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
141 West Lake Cook Rd, Palatine, IL 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1240 Sq. Ft.	$274,750
147 West Lake Cook Rd, Palatine, IL 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1800 Sq. Ft.	$336,107

Address	Redfin Estimate
137 West Lake Cook Rd, Palatine, IL 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1700 Sq. Ft.	$320,740
163 West Lake Cook Rd, Palatine, IL 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1240 Sq. Ft.	$297,852

Address	Redfin Estimate
131 West Lake Cook Rd, Palatine, IL 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1800 Sq. Ft.	$294,872
175 West Lake Cook Rd, Palatine, IL 2 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1800 Sq. Ft.	$332,635

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