Outstanding brand new home in an exquisite community of Writer Estates. Best of Vernon Hills with top award winning Lincolnshire schools. Open concept layout brings light and air into this home, hardwood floors and 9' ceilings throughout main level, dramatic two-story foyer, formal living & dining rooms, vaulted ceilings in a family room accented by cozy wood-burning fireplace. White & grey cabinetry kitchen with quartz countertops, island & top of the line stainless steel appliances. Separate private office & full bath on the 1st floor. 4 bedrooms 3 baths upstairs, multiple walk-in closets. Every storage/closet in the house professionally custom organized. Fully finished basement with 5th bathroom and variety of usage possibilities. All modern in trend finishes throughout the home, custom light fixtures, top of the line hardware & solid core doors. Wood deck for summer enjoyment & walking path in complex. Home is built to the latest energy standards, ready for occupancy and new owner!
- IL
- Vernon Hills
- 60061
- 881 E Writer Court
- MLS# 10718087
- Date Listed05/18/2020
- Bedrooms 4
- Bathrooms 5 Full baths
- Lot Size 0.18 acres (7,867 sq. ft)
- Sewer Public Sewer
- Property Type Single Family
- County Lake
- Year Built 2019
- Water Public
- Square Feet 3,136 sq. ft
- Price Per Sq. Ft $237.56
Interior Features
- Appliances Humidifier, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
- Flooring Hardwood
- Cooling Central Air
- Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air
Exterior / Lot Features
- Roof Shake
- Lot Size Acres 0.18
- Lot Size SQFT 7,866.94
- Lot Features -
Directions
RT 45 1 MILE WEST OF MILWAUKEE TO WRITER CT. S TO 881
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount $20,252
- Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Sales & Tax History
Source: Public Records
| Street Address | Beds | Baths | Sold Date | List Price | Valuation Date | Valuation Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 137 Rivershire Lane | 2 | 2 | Oct 25, 2025 | $269,000 | Dec 04, 2025 | - |
| 111 Fallstone Drive | 4 | 3 | Oct 25, 2025 | $639,900 | Dec 04, 2025 | - |
| 282 Dover Circle | 5 | 4 | Oct 25, 2025 | $724,900 | Dec 04, 2025 | - |
| 3 Durham Court | Listing | 4 | 4 | Oct 25, 2025 | $724,900 | Dec 28, 2020 | $342,000 |
| 5 Durham Court | Listing | 5 | 3 | Oct 25, 2025 | $699,900 | Dec 28, 2020 | $342,000 |
| 7048 W Osage Road | Listing | 3 | 2 | Oct 25, 2025 | $389,000 | Feb 23, 2024 | $300,401 |
| 174 Toulon Drive | 4 | 3 | Oct 25, 2025 | $509,000 | Dec 04, 2025 | - |
| 166 Toulon Drive | 4 | 3 | Oct 25, 2025 | $525,000 | Dec 04, 2025 | - |
| 272 Pembroke Drive | Listing | 4 | 4 | Oct 25, 2025 | $825,000 | Mar 21, 2024 | $806,990 |
| 102 Rivershire Lane | Listing | 4 | 4 | Oct 25, 2025 | $625,000 | Mar 21, 2024 | $709,938 |
Population & Environment
Source: Sperling's Best Places
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 27,616 | 26,427 | 710,466 | 335,858,263 |
| Population Density | 3,307 | 3,564 | 1,601 | 95 |
| People per Household | 2.6 | 2.6 | 2.8 | 2.6 |
| Median Age | 41.8 | 41.7 | 38.8 | 39.1 |
| Median Income | $110,174 | $109,775 | $91,525 | $66,222 |
| Average Income | $53,391 | $53,358 | $45,697 | $35,475 |
| Cost of Living Index | 116 | 116 | 119 | 100 |
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January Avg. High Temp | 12°F | 12°F | 12°F | 22.6°F |
| July Avg. High Temp | 81.7°F | 81.7°F | 81.7°F | 86.2°F |
| Annual Precipitation | 34.61" | 34.61" | 34.27" | 38" |
16/100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score ®
55/100
Bikable
Bike Score ®
Overview
Almost all errands require a car. It is possible to get on a bus. Some bike infrastructure.Walkability averages in the surrounding area
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 25/100, Transit Score: 0/100, Bike Score: 42/100.
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Frequently Asked Questions for 881 E Writer Court
Source: Realty.com
881 E Writer Court, Vernon Hills, IL 60061 is a Single Family 3,136 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 47 photos available of this 4 bed, 5 bath house, listed at $745,000. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com
Realty.com has 47 photos of 881 E Writer Court.
Our records indicate that 881 E Writer Court was built in 2019.
The full address for this home is 881 E Writer Court, Vernon Hills, IL 60061.
881 E Writer Court has been listed on Realty.com since Mon May 18, 2020
Almost all errands require a car. It is possible to get on a bus. Some bike infrastructure.
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 25/100, Transit Score: 0/100, Bike Score: 42/100.
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