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524 Forest Hill RD Lake Forest, IL 60045
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Key Details
Sold Price $1,045,000
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached Single
Listing Status Sold
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 2,648 sqft
Price per Sqft $394
MLS Listing ID 12591367
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Year Built 1961
Annual Tax Amount $12,519
Tax Year 2024
Property Sub-Type Detached Single
Property Description
Offering over 3000 sq ft of finished and remodeled home. Nestled in the sought-after Whispering Oaks neighborhood of East Lake Forest is this beautifully renovated 5 bedroom, 2.5 bath home. The main level features a seamless flow anchored by a brand new kitchen with quartz countertops, custom thin shaker cabinetry, a pull out pantry, and chef's hood, along with a cozy coffee nook for early mornings. The adjoining dining area opens to a raised patio, perfect for entertaining or quiet evenings surrounded by mature trees. A spacious living room with a wood burning fireplace, gas starter and an oversized picture window frames stunning views of the private, fenced in half acre yard. Upstairs, four generous bedrooms easily accommodate queen or king beds, including a serene primary suite with dual vanities and a beautifully updated bath and large, glass shower walk-in shower. An additional new full, hallway bath features a 72-inch, dual sink, white oak vanity with tons of storage and modern finishes. Lower level has a great walk-out to the outdoor space right off the family room with a second cozy, wood burning fireplace and a brand new custom dry bar built-in with quartzite slab countertop and vein matching backsplash and beverage center, great for entertaining guests on game days and holidays. The lower level has a additional room for a home-office or a guest suite. Also inclidues, large laundry area with extra storage. The finished basement below adds even more versatility with a playroom, craft area, and workshop space, perfect for hobbies or recreation. Additional highlights include a new furnace and air conditioning, ample storage throughout, and a cedar closet for seasonal items. Just steps from Cherokee Elementary and minutes to downtown Lake Forest, the Metra, and Lake Michigan beaches, this home blends suburban tranquility with everyday convenience you'll love to take advantage of for Summer beach days.
Location
State IL
County Lake
Area Lake Forest
Interior
Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Hardwood
Fireplaces Number 2
Fireplaces Type Wood Burning
Laundry Laundry Chute, Sink
Exterior
Garage Spaces 2.0
Roof Type Asphalt
Building
Building Description Brick, No
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Structure Type Brick
New Construction false
Schools
Elementary Schools Cherokee Elementary School
Middle Schools Deer Path Middle School
High Schools Lake Forest High School
School District 67 , 67, 115
Others
Special Listing Condition None
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