What a gem! Two levels of inviting porches with beautiful neighborhood and golf course views set the stage for this picture-perfect home, ideally located near town, the train, and the schools. Brimming with charm and thoughtfully designed for today's lifestyle, this home offers an exceptional blend of comfortable everyday living and effortless entertaining. The light-filled great room features walls of windows, a welcoming fireplace, and French doors offer access to the delightful front porch. The newly updated kitchen flows effortlessly into the sun-drenched dining room, while a cozy family room just off the kitchen provides the perfect space for movie nights, a playroom, or casual everyday living. Upstairs, the primary suite offers an elegant en-suite bath and a spacious walk-in closet. Three additional bedrooms, a well-appointed hall bath, and convenient second-floor laundry provide plenty of space and functionality. An idyllic sunporch overlooking the Skokie golf course offers a wonderful setting for a home office, reading room, or peaceful retreat. Out back, a charming brick and bluestone patio surrounded by lush new landscaping creates a tranquil and private outdoor oasis-perfect for morning coffee, al fresco dining, or unwinding at the end of the day. A two-car garage with additional storage above completes this special property. Charming, welcoming, beautifully situated, and move-in ready-this is the kind of home that makes coming home feel truly special.
Single-familyProperty Type
1904Year Built
7,405 sq ftLot Size
2 car garageParking
Listed by Kavan Hoff• @properties Christie's International Real Estate
North Shore, located between Evanston and Lake Forest, is a residential and lakeside Chicago neighborhood with leafy ravines and a shoreline park system. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Metra stations and village centers along Green Bay Road, where independent cafes, bookstores, and small galleries line walkable blocks. Writers Theatre and the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts anchor the cultural calendar, while the Chicago Botanic Garden sets a seasonal rhythm just beyond the lakefront. Streets of brick Colonials, Tudors, and mid-century homes sit behind mature trees and stone walls. Lake Michigan beaches and the Green Bay Trail shape daily routines with long, linear outdoor corridors. Commuter rail and lakefront drives connect the area to downtown without changing its quiet, curated pace.
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Market insights
457 Grove St · $1,300,000
SALE-TO-LIST
100.1%
Most homes are selling 0% above list price.
LIST PRICE
$1,300,000
Median sale price in this area is $399,175. (69% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
15% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Nine total rooms
Wood-burning fireplace in the great room
Bedrooms
Master bedroom on the second level (15 x 14) with full bath
Bedroom 2 on the second level (14 x 13)
Bedroom 3 on the second level (13 x 12)
Bedroom 4 on the second level (12 x 10)
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms
One half bathroom
Kitchen
Range
Microwave
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Washer
Dryer
Dedicated laundry room
Flooring
Hardwood flooring in kitchen, family room, and Bedroom 4
Carpet in master bedroom, Bedroom 2, and Bedroom 3
Heating & cooling
Natural gas heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Screened porch (main level, 24 x 11)
Lot dimensions 50 x 146
Less than 0.25 acre lot
Curbs, sidewalks, street lights, paved streets
Park and tennis courts nearby
Home design
Detached single-family
Two stories
Fee simple ownership
Property was rehabbed in 2012
Over 100 years old
Built before 1978
Parking
Detached owned garage
Two garage spaces
Two total parking spaces
Construction
Frame construction
Utilities
Lake Michigan water source
Public sewer
HOA & community
No master association fee required
Community features include park and tennis courts
Other
Property currently not leased
Corner lot location (corner of Grove and Madison)
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
What a gem! Two levels of porches with gorgeous neighborhood and golf course views sets the stage for this picture-perfect home near town, train and schools. Charm galore with all the right rooms for today's lifestyle! The great room, with walls of windows and handsome fireplace and an easy flow to the delightful and friendly front porch is the perfect place for family and friends. The gourmet kitchen (with heated floor) opens to the family room. The dining room (or office) is conveniently located on the first floor and is bathed in southern light. The second floor includes a private master suite with gorgeous bath (2016) and walk-in closet; three additional bedrooms and hall bath plus idyllic sunporch/office, also overlooking the golf course, and laundry also on second floor. Charming brick and bluestone patio with lush new landscaping is tranquil and private - offering a peaceful oasis throughout the day. Two car garage offers storage above. Home sweet home! Coming home never felt so good!
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10418087
Nov 26, 2019
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$875,000
Sep 9, 2019
Pending
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Aug 26, 2019
Contingent
—
Jul 1, 2019
Price Changed
$925,000
Jun 15, 2019
Listed (New)
$950,000
+19
Luxury amenities & large 1st floor rooms typical of a much bigger home. Ideal floor plan for casual entertaining & family living. Lots of updating/improvements and charming details too. Spacious white kitchen with center island opens to the family room and offers access to the 25 x25 great room (with oversized fireplace, 3 sets of French doors with pretty views & access to the big front screened porch) and to the casual dining area. Lovely intimate Master with walk-in closet and new(2016) deluxe Master bath. 3 additional bedrooms, updated hall bath, spectacular sitting room and laundry complete the 2nd floor. The house is set on a rise that provides privacy and gorgeous views of the sunset and Skokie CC golf course's 8th fairway. In a neighborhood of $$$ homes and 100 year old trees. 2 attics provide good storage:1 in main house and 1 above new 2 car garage. Pretty terrace too. And only 4 short blocks to school/9 short blocks to the train.
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10400195
Jun 12, 2019
Contingent
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Jun 11, 2019
Listing Removed
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Public Records
Jun 28, 2012
Sold
$672,500
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06298266
Feb 2, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Public Records
Jan 15, 2003
Sold
$645,000
Public Records
Nov 10, 1998
Sold
$540,000
Public Records
Apr 5, 1993
Sold
$510,000
Public Records
Jun 6, 1989
Sold
$400,000
Public Records
Feb 1, 1987
Sold
$255,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$20,939 (+7.1%)
$20,440 + $79,245
$99,685
2022
$19,549 (+5.4%)
$18,250 + $67,230
$85,480
2021
$18,552 (−3.0%)
$13,140 + $51,570
$64,710
2020
$19,133 (+8.5%)
$13,140 + $55,598
$68,738
2019
$17,630 (+2.5%)
$13,140 + $61,576
$74,716
2018
$17,203 (−7.4%)
$11,680 + $59,427
$71,107
2017
$18,568 (+6.5%)
$11,680 + $63,504
$75,184
2016
$17,434 (+3.5%)
$11,680 + $63,504
$75,184
2015
$16,846 (−2.0%)
$9,672 + $54,648
$64,320
2014
$17,195 (+4.8%)
$9,672 + $57,644
$67,316
2013
$16,402 (+12.9%)
$9,672 + $57,644
$67,316
2012
$14,527 (+3.8%)
$10,767 + $55,963
$66,730
2011
$13,996 (+5.5%)
$10,767 + $55,963
$66,730
2010
$13,269 (+16.6%)
$10,767 + $55,963
$66,730
2009
$11,383 (−10.4%)
$10,950 + $56,700
$67,650
2008
$12,701 (+7.9%)
$17,520 + $66,150
$83,670
2007
$11,766
$17,520 + $66,150
$83,670
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,300 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,700
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,700
Year built
1904
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cook County
APN
05074110230000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 16, 2026.
RB
Single Family Residential District
The single family districts provide for a limited range of housing densities consistent with the Village's established residential neighborhoods. The R-A District allows for lower density residential use and larger lot sizes. The R-B and R-C Districts allow for somewhat higher density residential use and smaller lot sizes.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Public service
Educational/school
Library
Golf related
Communications tower
Park & open space
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 98° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Glencoe, IL • 60022
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Sun exposure
87/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Glencoe. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.1 hrs
5.7 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 457 Grove St
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $1,103,000 and $1,665,000.
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