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8500 Lawndale Avenue, Skokie, IL 60076

Cook County

Key Facts

3Beds
3Baths
2,695Sq Ft
1953Year Built
2.5Garage

Description

Completely remodeled from top to bottom, this exceptional solid brick ranch blends timeless craftsmanship with modern luxury. Featuring 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, including a spacious primary suite with a private ensuite bath, this move-in ready home is designed for comfortable everyday living. The stunning kitchen offers custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and designer finishes, complemented by refinished hardwood floors, updated lighting, and beautifully renovated bathrooms throughout. The finished basement provides additional living space, a full bath, laundry, bedroom and ample storage, while the attached 21/2-car garage and breezeway offer added convenience and flexibility. Situated on a beautifully landscaped corner lot next to Shawnee Park, this home also features a private patio perfect for entertaining. Conveniently located near parks, schools, shopping, restaurants, public transportation, and expressways, this is a rare turnkey opportunity in one of Skokie's most desirable neighborhoods.

Property Information

Property Type

Residential

Sub-Type

Single Family Residence

Style

Ranch / Step Ranch

Year Built

1953

Living Area

2,695 sq ft

Lot Dimensions

124 X 41.72 X 124 X 41.75

Garage Spaces

2.5

Parking Spaces

2.5

Ownership

Fee Simple

Days on Market

7

MLS® Listing#

12697980

Property Features

Cooling

Central Air

Heating

Natural GasForced Air

Flooring

Hardwood

Basement

FinishedFullWalk-Out Access

Parking

Garage Door OpenerAttachedGarage

Patio

Patio

Lot Features

Corner Lot

Construction

Brick

Foundation

Concrete Perimeter

Roof

Asphalt

Community

Park

Sewer

Public Sewer

Water Source

Public

Rooms

  • 15X12Basement
  • 15X12Main
  • Bedroom 213X10Main
  • Bedroom 313X10Main
  • Bedroom 414X12Basement
  • Dining Room11X10Main
  • Family Room23X13Basement
  • Kitchen10X10Main
  • Laundry10X10Basement
  • Living Room20X12Main
  • Master Bedroom13X10Main

Schools

Elementary:
John Middleton Elementary School
Middle:
Oliver Mccracken Middle School
High:
Niles North High School
District:
Niles North High School

Financial Details

Annual Taxes

$8,436

Tax year 2024

Parcel Number

10231240320000

Directions

North of Main st., East of E. Prairie. NW corner of Lee St.

Affordability Calculator

$125,980

Estimated monthly payment

$3,353/mo

Principal $503,920 · Est. interest $703,013 over 30 yrs

Neighborhood Market Statistics

How this home compares to active listings in Skokie, IL

$453,846
Median Listing Price
30
Median Days on Market
1,623
Median Sq Ft
$260
Median Price / Sq Ft
80
Active Listings
  • This home’s price is 39% above the area median.
  • Its price per sq ft is 10% below the area median.

Market statistics compiled from active EXIT Realty® and MLS listings in Skokie, IL.

Location

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Nearby Schools

  • John Middleton Elementary School

    Elementary · 0.3 mi away

  • Ida Crown Jewish Academy

    School · 0.4 mi away

  • Skokie Montessori School

    Elementary · 0.5 mi away

  • Keshet

    School · 0.5 mi away

  • Skokie School District 73.5

    School · 0.7 mi away

  • Oliver McCracken Middle School

    Secondary · 0.7 mi away

  • Devonshire Montessori School

    Elementary · 0.7 mi away

  • Evanston Skokie School District 65

    Secondary · 0.7 mi away

  • Walker Elementary School

    Elementary · 0.8 mi away

  • Elizabeth Meyer School

    Elementary · 0.9 mi away

  • Martin Luther King Lab School

    Elementary · 0.9 mi away

  • Evanston Skokie School District 65

    Elementary · 0.9 mi away

  • St Joan of Arc School

    School · 1.0 mi away

  • JCC Chicago - Apachi Skokie/Evanston

    School · 1.0 mi away

  • Devonshire School

    Elementary · 1.1 mi away

  • Hebrew Seminary

    School · 1.2 mi away

  • East Prairie School

    Elementary · 1.2 mi away

  • Arie Crown Hebrew Day School

    School · 1.2 mi away

  • Dawes Elementary School

    Elementary · 1.3 mi away

  • Evanston Township High School

    Secondary · 1.3 mi away

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Listing Courtesy: Sky High Real Estate Inc. - 8475681650

Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026-07-07. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.

Last Updated: 2026-07-07

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