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$1,175,000
66 Days On Site

617 E Illinois Road
Lake Forest, IL 60045

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active Under Contract
6
Beds
4
Full Baths
1
Partial Bath
3,711
SqFt
$317
/SqFt
1905
Built
County:
Lake
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of Baird & Warner
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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!

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$1,175,000
Days On Site 
66 Days
Bedrooms 
6
Inside Area (SqFt) 
3,711 sqft
Total Baths 
5
Full Baths 
4
Partial Baths 
1
Lot Size 
0.3 Acres
Year Built 
1905
MLS® Number 
12189216
Status 
Active Under Contract
Property Tax 
$17,453.46
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Estimated
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
a week agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
a week agoStatus changed to Active Under Contract
2 months agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
0.3
Foundation 
Brick/MortarConcrete Perimeter
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
2
Parking 
Garage Door OpenerAsphalt
Parking Spaces 
2
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Public Sewer
SqFt Below 
600
Style 
Traditional
Interior Features
Appliances 
Double OvenMicrowaveDishwasherWasherDryerStainless Steel Appliance(s)Down Draft
Basement 
Partially FinishedFull
Cooling 
Central AirZoned
Electric 
Circuit Breakers200+ Amp Service
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Family RoomGas Log
Fireplaces 
1
Flooring 
Hardwood
Heating 
Natural GasForced Air
Interior 
In-Law FloorplanWalk-In Closet(s)Entrance Foyer
Laundry Features 
Sink
Bedroom 2 
Dimensions - 12X11Level - Second
Bedroom 3 
Dimensions - 11X11Level - Second
Bedroom 4 
Dimensions - 15X8Level - Second
Bedroom 5 
Dimensions - 13X14Level - Third
Bedroom 6 
Dimensions - 13X13Level - Main
Dining Room 
Dimensions - 11X16Level - Main
Family Room 
Dimensions - 15X13Level - Main
Foyer 
Dimensions - 9X14Level - Main
Kitchen 
Dimensions - 16X13Level - MainDescription - Eating Area-Breakfast Bar,Pantry-Closet,SolidSurfaceCounter,Updated Kitchen
Laundry 
Dimensions - 10X12Level - Basement
Living Room 
Dimensions - 13X14Level - Main
Loft 
Dimensions - 23X19Level - Third
Master Bedroom 
Dimensions - 14X11Level - Second
Other Room 
Dimensions - 21X17Level - Main
Recreation Room 
Dimensions - 37X17Level - Basement
Screened Porch 
Dimensions - 12X11Level - Main
Walk In Closet 
Dimensions - 7X13Level - Second
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
CedarStucco
Fencing 
Fenced
Other Structures 
Second Residence
Patio And Porch 
PatioPorchScreened
Roof 
Asphalt
Community Features
Community Features 
Park
MLS Area 
Lake Forest
School District 
Lake Forest High School
Township 
Shields
Schools
School District
Lake Forest High School
Elementary School
Sheridan Elementary School
Middle School
Deer Path Middle School
High School
Lake Forest High School
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of Baird & Warner



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