Veterans United Realty
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617 E Illinois Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045

$1,175,000 Asking Price

6 beds
5 baths
3,200  sqft
Built in 1905

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!


Listing Status:
Active
Date Added:
October 16, 2024 — 16 days ago
Listing Office:
Baird & Warner, Daniel Timm (847-219-8466)
Office Phone:
847-219-8466
MLS ID:
12189216

Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Hardwood Floors, First Floor Bedroom, In-Law Arrangement, First Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling - 10 Foot, Historic/Period Mlwk
Rooms:
Foyer, Recreation Room, Walk In Closet, Loft, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Screened Porch, Other Room
Master Bath:
Double Sink
Appliances:
Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Down Draft
Dining:
Separate
Laundry:
Sink
Basement:
Full
A/C:
Central Air, Zoned
Heating:
Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+
Fireplace:
Gas Log, Fireplaces: 1
Disability Feature:
None

Exterior

General:
Cedar,Stucco, Porch Screened, Brick Paver Patio, Second Residence
Style:
Traditional
Parking:
Garage, Parking spaces: 2

Construction

Roofing:
Asphalt
General:
3 Stories, Brick/Mortar, Concrete Perimeter

Location

HOA Amenities:
Park, Not Applicable
Originating MLS:
mred
School District:
67
County:
Lake

Lot

Zoning:
12334080050000

Utilities

Utilities:
Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Water:
Lake Michigan
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
mred
Ownership:
Fee Simple

This listing courtesy of:
Baird & Warner, Daniel Timm

About Lake Forest, IL

Housing

Number of Units
8,051
Median Home Value
$804,554
Median Rent
$1,603

15.54% of housing units are renter occupied.

10.67% are vacant.

Commute

Car
41.71%
Public Transportation
8.26%
Walk to Work
2.20%
Work from Home
46.14%
Other
1.11%

The median travel time to work is 19 minutes.

People

Population
20,699
Median Age
47.20
Median Household Size
2.67

Education

High School
6.26%
Associate’s Degree
3.18%
Bachelor’s Degree
39.38%
Graduate Degree
40.33%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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