1640 Wedgewood Drive, Lake Forest, IL 60045

$1,299,000 Asking Price

4 beds
5 baths
2,960  sqft
Built in 1982

Welcome to this classic, light-filled Tudor-style home, reimagined in 2022 for modern luxury living. Nestled on a serene, lush .9 acre, this residence offers a tranquil retreat with picturesque views of a tree-lined street in a beautiful, quiet neighborhood. As you enter through the double doors, you are greeted by a spacious foyer leading to a thoughtfully updated interior. The open layout features a gourmet kitchen equipped with granite and quartz countertops, a Wolf cooktop and double ovens with warming drawer. The SubZero beverage center and wet bar seamlessly flows into a family room with a brick fireplace, and an expansive 8'x9' island-ideal for entertaining. The adjacent dining room is highlighted by large windows, built-in wine racks, and built-in cabinetry. The first floor offers convenient access to the backyard oasis, where you'll find a stunning inground pool surrounded by a private brick patio, complete with a removable kids' safety fence. The separate pool house, with its own bar and bathroom, provides exceptional convenience for guests and gatherings. The rest of the property includes a playset and plenty of open green space for sports, gardening, etc. The second level features a luxurious Primary Suite with a large walk-in closet, laundry station, double sinks, walk-in steam shower and ample closet space. Additionally, there are three generous bedrooms with closet systems and a second bath featuring high-end Kohler finishes. The lower level expands your living space with an additional 1,200 square feet, including a recreation area, full bathroom and bar. This home also features a three car garage, new HVAC, electronic sprinkler system, updated outdoor lighting and cedar roof restoration. Come experience the perfect blend of charm and modern luxury in this exceptional home!

Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Bar-Dry, Bar-Wet, Wood Laminate Floors, Second Floor Laundry, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Open Floorplan
Rooms:
Foyer, Recreation Room
Master Bath:
Separate Shower,Double Sink
Appliances:
Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Cooktop, Range Hood
Dining:
Separate
Laundry:
In Unit, Laundry Closet, Multiple Locations
Basement:
Full
A/C:
Central Air
Heating:
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Fireplace:
Wood Burning, Gas Log, Gas Starter, Fireplaces: 1
Disability Feature:
None

Exterior

General:
Brick,Cedar,Stucco,Fiber Cement, Brick Paver Patio, In Ground Pool, Pool House
Style:
Tudor
Parking:
Garage, Parking spaces: 3

Construction

Roofing:
Shake
General:
2 Stories

Location

HOA Amenities:
Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved, Other, 125.0, Annually
Originating MLS:
mred
School District:
67
County:
Lake

Lot

Zoning:
15132010280000

Utilities

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

Financial

Source:
mred
Ownership:
Fee Simple

This listing courtesy of:
@properties Christie's International Real Estate, Andra O'Neill

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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