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.
Property Details
Price:
$1,175,000
MLS #:
MRD12641044
Status:
Active
Beds:
4
Baths:
3
Type:
Single Family
Neighborhood:
highlandpark
Listed Date:
May 13, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
2,769
Year Built:
1963
Schools
School District:
113
Elementary School:
Braeside Elementary School
Middle School:
Edgewood Middle School
High School:
Highland Park High School
Interior
Appliances
Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Trash Compactor
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathroom
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplaces Total
1
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating
Natural Gas
Interior Features
Cathedral Ceiling(s)
Exterior
Construction Materials
Brick, Cedar
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Features
Brick Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Other, Attached, Owned, Garage
Parking Spots
4
Parking Total
4
Financial
HOA Fee Frequency
Not Applicable
HOA Includes
None
Tax Year
2025
Taxes
$18,231
Listing Agent & Office
Jacqueline Lotzof
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881 Marion Avenue
Highland Park, IL


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