Single Family in Highland, IL - Bedrooms: 3 - Bathrooms: 2 - Area: 2998 sqft - Year Built: 1970 - Lot: 81893 sqft
Listing Agent: Shannon Scott Brokerage: Keller Williams Marquee
Welcome to the kind of property buyers wait years to find - a beautifully updated private retreat on nearly 2 acres just outside of Highland, offering the perfect balance of peaceful country living and convenient access to everything town has to offer. Tucked among mature trees and open skies, this all-brick ranch delivers the space, privacy, and lifestyle today's buyers crave. From quiet mornings overlooking the countryside to evenings spent poolside under the stars, every inch of this property was designed to feel like home. Set on 1.88 acres with approximately 1 acre fully fenced in black aluminum fencing, the outdoor space is truly exceptional. Mature pecan and maple trees provide shade and beauty throughout the property, while the newly added saltwater inground pool creates your own private backyard oasis - complete with surrounding patio space, cover, and included furnishings. Whether you're entertaining guests, hosting summer cookouts, or simply unwinding after a long day, this property offers the kind of outdoor living that's hard to find. Inside, the home has been extensively updated with a clean, modern feel while still maintaining warmth and character. The spacious living room features a cozy fireplace and updated luxury vinyl plank flooring installed over the original hardwoods, giving buyers both durability and future flexibility. Fresh paint, updated trim, lighting, and refinished interior doors create a move-in-ready experience from the moment you walk through the door. The completely refreshed kitchen is a standout feature, showcasing refinished cabinetry, quartz countertops, ceramic tile flooring, stainless steel appliances, and functional pocket doors. Just off the kitchen, the breakfast room offers peaceful views of the surrounding property - the perfect place to start your morning coffee routine. The thoughtfully redesigned main level now offers three oversized bedrooms with generous closet space and versatility for families, guests, or work-from-home living. The full bath includes dual vanities and an updated tub/shower combination designed for everyday comfort. Downstairs, the nearly finished lower level dramatically expands the home's living space and possibilities. A massive recreation room creates the perfect setting for movie nights, game days, hobbies, or entertaining. The lower level also features a huge bonus room with a walk-in closet and full bath ideal for guests, multi-generational living, or a private suite setup. Additional spaces include a dedicated office, second bonus room, utility space, and abundant storage. Practical upgrades continue throughout the property, including a new asphalt driveway (2021), roof replacement (2020), oversized gutters, storm door, attached oversized two-car garage with workshop space, and a functional mudroom breezeway. Fiber internet availability makes remote work and streaming seamless, while the propane tank - currently approximately 70% full - is included for the new owner at no additional cost. Properties like this rarely come available - offering acreage, privacy, extensive updates, and a true lifestyle setting just minutes from Highland's shopping, dining, schools, and conveniences. If you've been searching for a forever home with room to breathe, space to entertain, and the peace of country living without sacrificing convenience, this is the one. Appraisal completed April 2026 and met $390,000.
