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881 Marion AvenueHighland Park, IL 60035

Single Family · 4 Beds · 2 Full Baths · 1 Half Bath · 2,769 Sq. ft.
$1,175,000 Active

881 Marion Avenue Overview

Time on Site:
46 days
Visits:
5

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.

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881 Marion Avenue Facts & Features

  • Type Single Family
  • Sq. ft. 2,769
  • Price/Sq.ft. $424

Details

General

Association/HOA

  • Association Fee: $0.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None

School Information

  • School District: 113
  • Elementary School: Braeside Elementary School
  • Middle Or Junior School: Edgewood Middle School
  • High School: Highland Park High School

Listing Information

  • Contingency: House to Sell (24 Hr Kick-out)

Building Information

  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1963

Location/Region

  • County Or Parish: Lake
  • MLS Area Major: Highland Park
  • Township: Moraine

Tax Information

  • Tax Annual Amount: $18,231.00
  • Tax Year: 2025

General Information

  • New Construction: No
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Parcel Number: 16363070480000
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Rebuilt Year: 2021
  • Special Listing Conditions: Home Warranty

Interior

Building Information

  • Approx. Total Finished SqFt.: 3066
  • Disability Access: No
  • Total SqFt.: 3066
  • Unfinished Lower SqFt.: 256
  • Upper SqFt.: 1194

Parking Information

  • Garage Spaces: 2

Beds/Baths

  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4

Building Interior

  • Fireplace Location: Family Room

General Information

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Trash Compactor
  • Basement: Partially Finished, Partial
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s)
  • Living Area: 2769
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
  • Rooms Total: 11

Exterior

Parking Information

  • Parking Features: Brick Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Other, Attached, Owned, Garage
  • Parking Total: 4

Lot Information

  • Lot Size Dimensions: 50X182
  • Water Source: Public

Waterfront/View

  • Waterfront: No

Building Exterior/Construction

  • Construction Materials: Brick, Cedar

General Information

  • Sewer: Public Sewer

Room Information

Room: Laundry

  • Level: Basement
  • Dimensions: 22X11

Room: Recreation Room

  • Level: Basement
  • Dimensions: 23X13

Room: Breakfast Room

  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 17X8

Room: Dining Room

  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 15X11

Room: Family Room

  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 20X19

Room: Kitchen

  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 20X11

Room: Living Room

  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 19X13

Room: Office

  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 10X10

  • Level: N/A

  • Level: N/A

  • Level: N/A

  • Level: N/A

  • Level: N/A

  • Level: N/A

  • Level: N/A

Room: Bedroom 2

  • Level: Second
  • Dimensions: 16X12

Room: Bedroom 3

  • Level: Second
  • Dimensions: 15X15

Room: Bedroom 4

  • Level: Second
  • Dimensions: 11X8

Room: Master Bedroom

  • Level: Second
  • Dimensions: 22X19

881 Marion Avenue Neighborhood

Community

60035 (HIGHLAND PARK) Demographics

47
Median Age
1,929
Population Density (per sq. mile)
79%
College Educated
$147,028
Estimated Median Income
9,823
Estimated Total Home Owners
1,881
Estimated Total Renters
84% / 16%
Estimated Owner / Renter Divide
3
Estimated Average Household Size
Community data courtesy of LiveBy, Inc.

Schools

School data courtesy of LiveBy, Inc. School ratings are based on a scale of 1-5, with 5 being the highest rating and 1 being the lowest rating.

881 Marion Avenue Monthly Cost

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* All calculations are estimates and provided by Reliance Network, for informational purposes only. Actual amounts may vary. ** Assumes 6.50% APR, 20% down payment, and conventional 30-year fixed rate first mortgage. Rates cited are for instructional purposes only; current rates are subject to change at any time without notice. You should not make any decisions based simply on the information provided. Additional required amounts such as taxes, insurance, homeowner association dues, assessments, mortgage insurance premiums, flood insurance or other such required payments should also be considered. Contact your mortgage company for current rates and additional information. Any mortgage broker or insurance agent that may appear is independent and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or provided by the MLS.

881 Marion Avenue Market Data

Based on the last 30 days in this zip code

$1,339,412
Average List Price
$377
Average Price per Square Foot
38
Properties Sold
54
Average Days on Market
110
Properties for Sale
Calculations provided by Reliance Network

881 Marion Avenue History

Date Event Value Agent
5/21/2026Source: MRED Status Change
Active
5/16/2026Source: MRED Price Reduction
$1,175,000 -9.5%
5/16/2026Source: MRED Status Change
Price Change
5/14/2026Source: MRED Added to Database
May 14, 2026
6/20/2022Source: MRED Added to Database
January 27, 2022