Complete gem for all mid century modern style enthusiasts! Move in to a beautifully remodeled house with a touch of history. Did you know that the street Helen Rd. was named after the first name of original owner of the house? It is a truly SMART HOME that is equipped with security and home automation system, NEST smart thermostat and video doorbell for your safety and convenience. Are you a music fan? Enjoy your favorite bits through indoor and outdoor speakers. Gourmet, open concept kitchen is perfect for entertaining. Gather with your friends and family around the oversized kitchen island. Enjoy low maintains quartz countertops, tile backsplash, and all stainless steel appliances. A vented range hood sends air directly outside the house. The house features 4 large bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. Master bedroom is a private retreat with custom walk in closet and in suite master bathroom with oversized shower. Large glass door leads directly from the bedroom to the brick patio. Wood floors throughout the house. All completed in 2019. Furnace, A/C, tankless hot water heater, roof, windows, washer and dryer, all remodel completed in 2019. House is situated on a large 0.47 acres lot which is professional landscaped. Water and sewer is public. Top rated schools. Great location close to Palatine metra station, shops, and restaurants. Close to parks and forest preserves. 10 minutes drive to Schaumburg, 10 min. drive to Barrington Historic Center, 8 min. to Deer Park Town Center. Easy access to highways. Don't wait and make it your own. Enjoy spring in your new home!
Single-familyProperty Type
1957Year Built
0.48 acresLot Size
$312Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Adriana Ostrowska• Savvy Properties Inc
Bought with Brenden Mariano• Northstar Real Estate Investment Services, INC
Complete rehab of this home with a spit floor plan. Bedrooms are a bit small.
6 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Chris Kartsunes
Redfin Associate agent
Complete rehab of this home with a spit floor plan. Bedrooms are a bit small.
7 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Chris Kartsunes
Redfin Associate agent
Newly rehabbed home with updated kitchen open to the family room. Master bedroom with bath on one side of home, 3 bedrooms on other side share a bath. Adjacent to Quentin Rd.
7 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Timothy Krautstrunk
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 789 W Helen Rd
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
Aug 6, 2020
Sold
$345,000
$192/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10685714
Jun 25, 2020
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$345,000
$192/sq ft
May 24, 2020
Pending (Contingent)
—
Apr 7, 2020
Listed (New)
$364,900
$203/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10599923
Apr 7, 2020
Listing Removed
—
Apr 2, 2020
Relisted (Reactivated)
—
Mar 20, 2020
Pending (Contingent)
—
Feb 5, 2020
Price Changed
*
Jan 2, 2020
Listed (New)
*
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10536571
Dec 2, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Oct 22, 2019
Price Changed
*
Oct 2, 2019
Listed (New)
*
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09469344
Jun 2, 2017
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$162,500
$90/sq ft
Apr 21, 2017
Pending (Contingent (Do Not Show))
—
Apr 14, 2017
Price Changed
$189,900
$106/sq ft
Mar 24, 2017
Relisted (Reactivated)
—
Jan 30, 2017
Pending (Contingent (Do Not Show))
—
Jan 14, 2017
Price Changed
$199,900
$111/sq ft
Jan 3, 2017
Listed (New)
$210,000
$117/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09575126
Apr 21, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Apr 14, 2017
Price Changed
*
Mar 24, 2017
Listed (New)
*
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09366400
Jan 31, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Jan 14, 2017
Price Changed
*
Oct 17, 2016
Listed (New)
*
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$8,160 (+3.8%)
$12,480 + $18,400
$30,880
2022
$7,865 (+29.5%)
$12,480 + $18,400
$30,880
2021
$6,073 (−13.8%)
$7,280 + $14,749
$22,029
2020
$7,048 (+0.2%)
$7,280 + $14,749
$22,029
2019
$7,035 (−9.7%)
$7,280 + $17,252
$24,532
2018
$7,793 (+1.9%)
$6,760 + $18,317
$25,077
2017
$7,646 (+76.8%)
$6,760 + $18,317
$25,077
2016
$4,323 (−12.1%)
$6,760 + $18,317
$25,077
2015
$4,921 (+3.4%)
$6,240 + $14,324
$20,564
2014
$4,760 (+0.3%)
$6,240 + $14,324
$20,564
2013
$4,748 (−3.1%)
$6,240 + $14,324
$20,564
2012
$4,898 (−0.4%)
$9,360 + $13,185
$22,545
2011
$4,916 (−0.4%)
$9,360 + $13,185
$22,545
2010
$4,937 (+15.1%)
$9,360 + $13,185
$22,545
2009
$4,288 (+2.3%)
$9,880 + $20,888
$30,768
2008
$4,192 (+3.8%)
$15,808 + $18,269
$34,077
2007
$4,038
$15,808 + $18,269
$34,077
Tax history for 789 W Helen Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$8,160 (+3.8%)
$12,480 + $18,400
$30,880
2022
$7,865 (+29.5%)
$12,480 + $18,400
$30,880
2021
$6,073 (−13.8%)
$7,280 + $14,749
$22,029
2020
$7,048 (+0.2%)
$7,280 + $14,749
$22,029
2019
$7,035 (−9.7%)
$7,280 + $17,252
$24,532
2018
$7,793 (+1.9%)
$6,760 + $18,317
$25,077
2017
$7,646 (+76.8%)
$6,760 + $18,317
$25,077
2016
$4,323 (−12.1%)
$6,760 + $18,317
$25,077
2015
$4,921 (+3.4%)
$6,240 + $14,324
$20,564
2014
$4,760 (+0.3%)
$6,240 + $14,324
$20,564
2013
$4,748 (−3.1%)
$6,240 + $14,324
$20,564
2012
$4,898 (−0.4%)
$9,360 + $13,185
$22,545
2011
$4,916 (−0.4%)
$9,360 + $13,185
$22,545
2010
$4,937 (+15.1%)
$9,360 + $13,185
$22,545
2009
$4,288 (+2.3%)
$9,880 + $20,888
$30,768
2008
$4,192 (+3.8%)
$15,808 + $18,269
$34,077
2007
$4,038
$15,808 + $18,269
$34,077
*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
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
20,800
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,800
Year built
1957
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cook County
APN
02221120040000
Parking Spaces
2
Basement
No
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
—
Last updated by owner on May 1, 2024.
Jan 23, 2026 • Final
Building permit for single family alteration
Install a roof-mounted, grid-tied photovoltaic solar system and a Tesla Powerwall battery.
Battery
Electrical
Solar
Oct 27, 2023 • Final
Express- re-roof permit (single family only)
Remove and replace the roof according to the project scope and building code.
Roofing
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 Cars: 2
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Parking
Garage Door Opener(s)
Attached Garage
Garage On-Site
Owned Garage
Asphalt Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Bedrooms (Above Grade): 4
Master Bedroom Information
Size: 17X11
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Bedroom #2 Information
Size: 12X10
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Bedroom #3 Information
Size: 13X11
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Bedroom #4 Information
Size: 9X11
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Master Bath
Separate Shower, Double Sink, European Shower, Full-Body Spray Shower, Soaking Tub