Some homes just feel right the moment you walk in - and 881 Marion is one of them. Tucked on a beautiful stretch of Marion Avenue in Highland Park's beloved Braeside neighborhood, this 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home has been thoughtfully transformed from the inside out, with carefully considered improvements that make everyday living feel effortless. The layout was reimagined with real life in mind - a dedicated home office, a beautifully reconfigured entry and dining area, a renovated staircase, and custom closets on the second floor all come together to create a home that just works. The finished basement adds even more flexible space, whether you're thinking playroom, gym, or cozy hang-out spot. In the kitchen, quartz countertops, a fresh tile backsplash, and quality fixtures make cooking a pleasure. Kelly Wearstler light fixtures add a designer touch throughout, and the updated powder room feels polished without being overdone. The big-ticket items are done too - two new furnaces and A/C systems (2021 & 2023), majority of the windows are new, a second electrical panel, and a 240V electric vehicle charger mean you can move in with complete peace of mind. Outside, the home was essentially re-introduced to the street: a reoriented front-facing entry, new front door, fresh exterior paint, a welcoming porch and walkway, and chimney tuckpointing all add to serious curb appeal. All of this in one of Highland Park's most sought-after neighborhoods - close to great schools, the lakefront, and everything that makes this community so special. This one is truly move-in ready.
| MLS # | 12641044 |
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| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active Under Contract |
| Year | 1963 |
| Days On Site | 120 |
| Listing Provided By | Compass | Jacqueline Lotzof |
| Bed(s) | 4 |
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| Bath(s) | 3 Total |
| SQ Feet | 2,769 |
| Garage | 2 |
| Basement | Y |
| Story(s) | 2 |
| Rooms Total | 11 |
|---|---|
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Heating | Natural Gas |
| Interior Features | Cathedral Ceiling(s) |
| Appliances | Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Trash Compactor |
| Fireplaces Total | 1 |
| Construction Materials | Brick, Cedar |
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| Parking Features | Brick Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Other, Attached, Owned, Garage |
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| Garage Spaces | 2 |
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
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| Tax Year | 2025 |
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| Tax Annual Amount | 18231 |
| State | IL |
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| County | Lake |
| City | Highland Park |
| Zip Code | 60035 |
| Area | Highland Park |
| School District | Highland Park High School |
| Elementary School | Braeside Elementary School |
| High School | Highland Park High School |
| Listing VS Median (in 60035) | |
Price: $1,175,000 low | high Med: $750,000 sqft: 2,769 low | high Med: 3,128 $ / sqft: $424 low | high Med: $254 On site: 120 low | high Med: 18.5 | |
| State | IL |
|---|---|
| County | Lake |
| City | Highland Park |
| Zip Code | 60035 |
| Area | Highland Park |
| School District | Highland Park High School |
| Elementary School | Braeside Elementary School |
| High School | Highland Park High School |
| Listing VS Median (in 60035) | |
Price: $1,175,000 low | high Med: $750,000 sqft: 2,769 low | high Med: 3,128 $ / sqft: $424 low | high Med: $254 On site: 120 low | high Med: 18.5 | |
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