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985 E Illinois RD Lake Forest, IL 60045
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Key Details
Sold Price $2,895,000
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached Single
Listing Status Sold
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 3,337 sqft
Price per Sqft $867
MLS Listing ID 12529420
Style Contemporary
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 4
Half Baths 1
Year Built 2021
Annual Tax Amount $45,775
Tax Year 2025
Lot Size 1.090 Acres
Property Sub-Type Detached Single
Property Description
An unparalleled opportunity to own an exceptional, newer construction residence nestled within the highly coveted Lake Forest historical district on East Illinois Road. Designed by Goldberg-Szafarz and constructed by The Goebeler Company in 2021, this home demonstrates the epitome of sophisticated, modern luxury. The contemporary style is a work of art where elevated ceiling heights create a sense of spaciousness surrounded by floor-to-ceiling windows fully immersing the interior in the harmony of the picturesque, lush landscape and abundant natural light. Carefully curated details seamlessly blend classic, custom millwork, white oak hardwood flooring, built-in features and motorized window treatments creating a balance of gathering spaces for family and entertaining, with private wings for retreating and relaxing, including a main floor primary bedroom suite where one can unwind in the warmth of gas fireplace and indulge in a spa-like sanctuary created by the primary bathroom with heated floors, a walk-in steam shower, oversized soaking tub, double sinks, a Kohler auto toilet in a private commode, seated vanity area and a separate dressing area in an enormous fully built-out, walk-in closet. The expertly crafted floor plan reflects intentional design and practical functionality at every turn; the centrally located great room with fireplace and dining area opens to a dream-come-true-culinary kitchen fully equipped with custom cabinetry, premium countertops, Subzero, Wolf, and Miele appliances, and a massive center island. An adjacent hallway provides a substantial walk-in pantry, separate laundry room and a generous mudroom with a closet and additional storage cubbies providing an unloading zone and interior access to the heated, three car garage with epoxy coated flooring and two universal EV chargers. Upstairs, a sizable office space with backyard views is flanked on either side by gracious ensuite bedrooms. An additional full bathroom is found in the partially finished basement amongst a workout room and partitioned storage space for an additional family room and potential wine cellar. The exquisite exterior presents a bluestone entry and back patio, new trees and plantings to compliment the mature landscaping, accent tree lighting and an illuminated front walk, expanded areas grassy zones, a fenced in area for privacy and safety, motion sensor lights in the garage and driveway and a security system with cameras and monitoring, complete with leak and freeze detection. Truly the embodiment of a highly detailed, masterfully crafted property.
Location
State IL
County Lake
Area Lake Forest
Interior
Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Fireplaces Number 2
Fireplaces Type Gas Log
Exterior
Garage Spaces 3.0
Roof Type Asphalt
Building
Building Description Stucco, No
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Lake Michigan
Structure Type Stucco
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
Special Listing Condition List Broker Must Accompany
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Bought with Lynn Romanek-Holstein of Baird & Warner
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