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$595,995

5280 Plum Grove Rd

Palatine, IL
New
4
Bedrooms
2.5
Bathrooms
4,112
Square Feet
1.25
Lot Size (acres)
0
Days On Market

LAND, LOCATION & POTENTIAL! RARE 1.25-ACRE REDEVELOPMENT / REHAB OPPORTUNITY in a sought-after Palatine / Rolling Meadows location! Set among mature trees and natural greenery along Salt Creek, this private, expansive property offers a rare opportunity to renovate the existing residence, reimagine the property, or explore the possibilities of creating a custom dream home in a secluded, wooded setting. The existing residence features 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and over 4,000 square feet of living space, with generous room sizes, multiple living and entertaining areas, and a distinctive floor plan ready for transformation. The home is being sold AS-IS and requires renovation, presenting an exceptional opportunity for a buyer, builder, or investor with vision. Currently serviced by a private well and septic system, with municipal water and sewer available at the street. Enjoy an uncommon combination of acreage, privacy, and natural surroundings while remaining conveniently close to major transportation routes, shopping, dining, and recreation. Located within the highly regarded Fremd High School and Plum Grove Middle School attendance areas, offering access to excellent educational opportunities. Just minutes from Route 53, I-90, downtown Palatine, Metra commuter access, Woodfield Mall, Schaumburg's premier shopping and entertainment destinations, Costco, Trader Joe's, Whole Foods, restaurants, golf courses, parks, and recreation. Opportunities like this are increasingly hard to find. Bring your vision and explore the possibilities this exceptional property has to offer. Renovate. Reimagine. Redevelop. Property is being sold AS-IS.

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Listing Information

Listing Updated
42 minutes ago
Listed By
Michael Mandile · Compass, 7734821917
MLS#
12799228
Source
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Status
New

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
5280 Plum Grove Rd, Palatine, IL 60067
City
Palatine
County
Cook
Zip Code
60067

Architecture

Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
2.5
Construction Materials
Wood Siding
Building Area
4,112 sq. ft.
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
4
Parking Features
Driveway, Attached, Garage, Concrete

Features & Amenities

Interior Features
Entrance Foyer
Appliances
Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Cooktop
Community Features
Park
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Forced Air

Property Features

Lot Size
1.25 Acres
View
Water
Water
Well
Sewer
Septic Tank

Square Footage

Total
4,111 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$595,995
Annual Taxes
$22,457

Schools

62/100
Plum Grove Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 0.5 mi
Assigned school for this home
City
Rolling Meadows
Students
806
Parent reviews
3.0★ avg · 4 reviews
Student body
51% White · 37% Asian · 7% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
13%
Phone
(847) 963-7600
54/100
Wm Fremd High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 1.3 mi
Assigned school for this home
City
Palatine
Students
2,594
Student body
56% White · 29% Asian · 11% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
15%
Phone
(847) 755-2610
78/100
Pleasant Hill Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 1.3 mi
City
Palatine
Students
640
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 6 reviews
Student body
52% White · 40% Asian · 5% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
7%
Phone
(847) 963-5900
77/100
Central Road Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 1.6 mi
City
Rolling Meadows
Students
382
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 4 reviews
Student body
51% White · 24% Hispanic / Latino · 15% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
32%
Phone
(847) 963-5100
74/100
N Cook Young Adult Acdmy Palatine
Grades M–M · 1.5 mi
City
Palatine
Students
24
Student–teacher
6.0
Student body
42% Hispanic / Latino · 29% Black · 21% White
Free/reduced lunch
67%
Phone
(847) 359-2823
74/100
Carl Sandburg Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 2 mi
City
Rolling Meadows
Students
530
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
47% White · 39% Hispanic / Latino · 9% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
46%
Phone
(847) 963-7800
59/100
Kimball Hill Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 1.9 mi
City
Rolling Meadows
Students
483
Parent reviews
3.0★ avg · 8 reviews
Student body
46% White · 40% Hispanic / Latino · 6% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
40%
Phone
(847) 963-5200
54/100
Hunting Ridge Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 1.5 mi
City
Palatine
Students
722
Student body
48% White · 35% Asian · 9% Hispanic / Latino
Phone
(847) 963-5300

School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Historical Data

Price History

DateEventPrice
11/02/2026Listed for sale$595,995

Listed by Michael Mandile · Compass · 7734821917

Listing information provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS. Copyright 2026, Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED). All rights reserved.

Last Updated: November 2, 2026 at 5:28 PM | Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED) | MLS#: 12799228

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