




2648 Western Ave, Highland Park, IL, 60035
About This Home
Welcome to 2648 Western Ave, an exceptional opportunity in one of Highland Park's most desirable locations. Set on a beautiful half-acre lot, this classic brick ranch with a walk-out lower level offers the perfect canvas to create your ideal home or a compelling value-add investment. With 5 bedrooms and 3.1 bathrooms, the home features a functional, flexible layout with strong bones and abundant natural light. The main level includes a sun-filled living room with a full wall fireplace, a spacious eat-in kitchen, and comfortable bedroom spaces ready to enjoy as-is or thoughtfully update over time. The finished walk-out lower level adds incredible versatility, offering a large family room, additional bedroom or office, full bath, laundry area, and a private-entry in-law suite with a kitchen, 2 bedrooms, and a full bathroom. Ideal for multigenerational living, guest accommodations, or potential rental income, this space truly expands what the home can offer. The expansive lot provides room to garden, entertain, or explore future possibilities, while the location delivers unmatched convenience-just minutes from downtown Highland Park and Highwood, Metra access, parks, top-rated schools, and the lakefront. Whether you're looking to move in and make it your own or unlock its full potential over time, this is a rare opportunity in a location that consistently delivers.
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Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1957
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt
- Construction materials: Brick
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Laundry features: In Unit
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Finished,Exterior Entry,Egress Window,Rec/Family Area,Full
Bedroom2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 12X10
Bedroom3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 117
- Dimensions: 9X13
Bedroom4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 11X14
Bedroom5
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 12X13
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Family Room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 220
- Dimensions: 11X20
Features
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Small Duct High Velocity
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,340 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 192
- Dimensions: 12X16
Kitchen2Nd
- Level: Basement
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12X12
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 13X11
Living Room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 264
- Dimensions: 22X12
Master Bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 12X14
Office
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 153
- Dimensions: 17X9
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Details
- Parcel number: 16153000200000
- Special condition: None
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio
Lot
- Lot size: 0.53 Acres
- Lot size dimensions: 52x437x52x437
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Concrete,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
