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$799,000
17 Days On Site

8518 Karlov Avenue
Skokie, IL 60076

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active Under Contract
4
Beds
3
Total Baths
2
Full Baths
1
Partial Bath
3,434
SqFt
$233
/SqFt
1949
Built
County:
Cook
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of @properties Christie's International Real Estate
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Brilliantly Updated Home with Expansive Two-Story Addition in Prime Skokie Location Welcome to 8518 Karlov Avenue-a beautifully updated and expanded home in one of Skokie's most desirable and very quiet neighborhoods. Ideally situated near the Evanston Golf Club, top-rated schools, parks, grocery stores, and shopping, this home offers space, comfort, and thoughtful updates throughout. Step inside to a bright and spacious interior with a flowing floor plan and gleaming hardwood floors throughout. The first floor features a formal living room with a newer gas fireplace (2022), a separate dining room, which opens to the kitchen, is perfect for entertaining, a stylish powder room (2021), and a convenient first-floor laundry room. At the heart of the home is a stunning, oversized chef's kitchen, fully equipped with maple cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, dual convection ovens, a beverage fridge, trash compactor, and a center island cooktop with a dedicated vent hood. The large breakfast bar seamlessly connects to the expansive family room, where vaulted ceilings, four skylights, and a wood-burning fireplace with a stone surround and floating mantel create a dramatic and inviting space. Sliding doors lead to a deck overlooking the landscaped backyard with an additional patio seating area-ideal for outdoor entertaining. Upstairs, you'll find four bedrooms and two full bathrooms. Three spacious bedrooms share an updated hall bath (2016), while the show-stopping primary suite feels like a private retreat. It features vaulted ceilings, a bay window with a built-in seating nook, and two walk-in closets. The luxurious en-suite bathroom includes vaulted ceilings, a skylight, a large soaking tub, glass and tile walk-in shower, private water closet, dual vanities, and a seated makeup area. The finished lower level offers even more flexible living space with a recreation/playroom (finished in 2014), a large utility/storage area. This wonderful home is completed with an attached 1 car garage, and fence yard. Key Updates Include: * New Roof & Hardie Board Siding (2020) * New 75-Gallon Water Heater (2025) * Two Furnaces & Two A/C Units * First-Floor Powder Room Renovated (2021) * Hall Bath Renovation (2016) * Living Room Fireplace Converted to Gas (2022) This thoughtfully designed and meticulously maintained home is move-in ready and perfect for modern living with generous space, designer finishes, and a truly exceptional layout. 8518 Karlov is located just few blocks from the Grocery store (Village Market), Starbucks, Walgreens, many dining options and great park with a playground, basketball court and large field for sports, etc. Don't miss your opportunity to own this special home-schedule your showing today!

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$799,000
Days On Site 
17 Days
Bedrooms 
4
Inside Area (SqFt) 
3,434 sqft
Total Baths 
3
Full Baths 
2
Partial Baths 
1
Lot Size 
0.1271 Acres
Year Built 
1949
MLS® Number 
12356807
Status 
Active Under Contract
Property Tax 
$15,179.42
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Plans
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
a week agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
a week agoStatus changed to Active Under Contract
2 weeks agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
0.1271
Direction Faces 
East
Foundation 
Concrete Perimeter
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
1
Parking 
Garage Door OpenerOn SiteAttachedGarageDriveway
Parking Spaces 
2
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Security 
Security System
Sewer 
Public Sewer
Style 
Traditional
Utilities 
Cable Available
Water Source 
Public
Interior Features
Appliances 
Water SoftenerDouble OvenMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorWasherDryerDisposalTrash CompactorStainless Steel Appliance(s)Humidifier
Basement 
Sump PumpPartially FinishedPartial
Cooling 
Ceiling Fan(s)Central AirZonedDual
Electric 
Circuit Breakers200+ Amp Service
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Family RoomLiving RoomWood Burning
Fireplaces 
2
Flooring 
Hardwood
Heating 
Natural GasForced Air
Interior 
PantryCathedral Ceiling(s)Dry Bar
Laundry Features 
Main LevelIn UnitSink
Window Features 
Skylight(s)
Bedroom 2 
Dimensions - 16X13Level - Second
Bedroom 3 
Dimensions - 17X12Level - Second
Bedroom 4 
Dimensions - 11X10Level - Second
Dining Room 
Dimensions - 13X12Level - Main
Family Room 
Dimensions - 32X19Level - Main
Family Room - Down 
Dimensions - 23X12Level - Basement
Kitchen 
Dimensions - 17X16Level - MainDescription - Eating Area-Breakfast Bar,Pantry-Walk-in,Custom Cabinetry,Granite Counters,Updated Kitchen
Laundry 
Dimensions - 9X5Level - Main
Living Room 
Dimensions - 23X14Level - Main
Master Bedroom 
Dimensions - 23X15Level - Second
Pantry 
Dimensions - 4X4Level - Main
Utility Room-Lower Level 
Dimensions - 23X15Level - Basement
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
BrickOther
Patio And Porch 
DeckPorch
Roof 
Asphalt
Windows/Doors 
Skylight(s)
Community Features
Accessibility Features 
Therapeutic Whirlpool
Community Features 
SidewalksStreet Lights
MLS Area 
Skokie
School District 
Niles North High School
Township 
Niles
Schools
School District
Niles North High School
Elementary School
Elizabeth Meyer School
Middle School
Oliver Mccracken Middle School
High School
Niles North High School
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of @properties Christie's International Real Estate



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