Neil Hackler

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$ 1,175,000

Est. payment -/mo

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Sold on 01/30/2025

617 E Illinois RD Lake Forest, IL 60045

6 Beds

4.5 Baths

3,711 SqFt

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Key Details

Sold Price $1,175,000

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Detached Single

Listing Status Sold

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 3,711 sqft

Price per Sqft $316

MLS Listing ID 12189216

Sold Date 01/30/25

Style Traditional

Bedrooms 6

Full Baths 4

Half Baths 1

Year Built 1905

Annual Tax Amount $17,453

Tax Year 2023

Lot Size 0.300 Acres

Lot Dimensions 50 X 297

Property Sub-Type Detached Single

Property Description

This beautifully renovated home offers an East Lake Forest location, historic character, and as much space as it does options! Situated between Western Ave and Sheridan Rd, you'll find yourself in a tree-lined, walkable neighborhood with easy access to the beach, the bike trail, and all the charms of Lake Forest's historic downtown district. It's a tour-de-force of space and flexibility. Whether entering from one of beautiful porches at the front or the back, once inside you will find high ceilings, wood floors, and hard-to-find amenities like an in-law apartment (home office / Euchre night hangout?) off the garage, a 3rd floor teen/au-pair suite, a first floor bedroom with full bath, and a finished basement. Talk about flexible living options! The home effortlessly combines vintage elegance with modern updates. Original panel woodwork, pocket doors, and custom built-ins enhance its charm. The updated kitchen features granite countertops complimented by a tumbled marble backsplash, custom cabinetry, slate floors and high-end stainless appliances. With 6 bedrooms and 4.5 baths, plus the studio space, there's ample room for everyone. The main floor has a bedroom and full bath, there are 4 bedrooms and 2 baths on the second floor, and at the top of it all is a third-floor suite with a private bedroom, bath, and loft space. The finished basement includes a laundry room, rec room, a half bath, storage closets, and shop/craft space. A large mud room and vaulted screen porch lead to a private brick-paved courtyard between the home and the garage/apartment. Beyond the apartment is a spacious and nicely landscaped yard with lots of room for gardening, sports, etc. Award-winning schools (Sheridan Elementary, Deerpath Middle, and Lake Forest High) are all close by. You will be impressed at the space and the charm. Come by for a visit - and wear your walking shoes - there is a lot to see!

Location

State IL

County Lake

Area Lake Forest

Rooms

Basement Full

Interior

Interior Features Hardwood Floors, First Floor Bedroom, In-Law Arrangement, First Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling - 10 Foot, Historic/Period Mlwk

Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+

Cooling Central Air, Zoned

Fireplaces Number 1

Fireplaces Type Gas Log

Fireplace Y

Appliance Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Down Draft

Laundry Sink

Exterior

Exterior Feature Porch Screened, Brick Paver Patio

Parking Features Detached

Garage Spaces 2.0

Community Features Park

Roof Type Asphalt

Building

Lot Description Fenced Yard

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Lake Michigan

New Construction false

Schools

Elementary Schools Sheridan Elementary School

Middle Schools Deer Path Middle School

High Schools Lake Forest High School

School District 67 , 67, 115

Others

HOA Fee Include None

Ownership Fee Simple

Special Listing Condition None

Listed by Daniel Timm • Baird & Warner
Bought with Cory Green • Compass

Neil Hackler

Real Estate Advisor | License ID: 167138

+1(773) 677-3479

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