964 Lake Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 (MLS # 12122723)

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Location, location, location! Once in a lifetime opportunity to live on Lake Road - in this a beautifully updated, meticulously maintained brick and limestone home! The house is just steps from Forest Park and the Lake Forest Beach. Uniquely situated with towering evergreens on all sides creating a private setting with an expansive, fenced back yard. Designed and built by Gene Martin, the house has a fabulous floor plan customized to fit perfectly in the natural setting, with gracious sun-filled rooms and large windows throughout. The house has been fully updated, with newly refinished hardwood floors on the main level and newly installed hardwood floors on the second level, new and updated millwork throughout, including all new millwork in the spacious entry foyer that flows up to the second floor, following the grand staircase and highlighting the expansive windows. The new custom millwork, trim, and built-ins, wonderful craftsmanship throughout the house adds a fresh, updated feel as well as unique character. On the main level, the sunny, fully updated gourmet kitchen with large island, new stone countertops, designer tile backsplash and new finishes opens to the family room and sunroom blending the best of today's living. The family room features new custom millwork and cabinetry surrounding the fireplace and connects to the tranquil sunroom. The oversize living room with ten-foot ceilings and French doors to the patio leads to the one-of-a kind library/office with custom built-ins and cozy views of the garden. The formal dining room is perfect for gatherings of any size and embodies the elegance and grandeur of a Lake Road residence. The breakfast area with a masonry fireplace and new wood mantle completes the gorgeous kitchen. The sun-filled primary suite has been fully updated with new custom millwork and 2 new walk-in closets. There are four additional ensuite bedrooms with custom closets and updated bathrooms. One of the bedrooms is expansive, ideal for a live-in nanny or in-law suite, or as and additional den, game room or playroom. All the bedrooms enjoy wonderful views of the bluestone terraces and perennial gardens. Other features include new lighting, a mudroom with new custom cubbies, back stairwell, first floor laundry room, large 3-car garage with additional storage, two updated powder rooms, and a composite slate roof (2010). The basement features new carpet and finishes, a recreation room, homework/study area with built-ins, and 2 huge rooms with abundant storage. Opportunities abound within the fully fenced yard offering multiple patios and landscaped gardens. Enjoy the convenience of town, the train, and the beach from this amazing home!

DAYS ON MARKET 147 LAST UPDATED 10/4/2024
YEAR BUILT 1995 COMMUNITY Lake Forest
GARAGE SPACES 3.0 COUNTY Lake
STATUS Active PROPERTY TYPE(S) Single Family

SCHOOLS
School District Lake Forest High School
Elementary School Sheridan Elementary School
Jr. High School Deer Path Middle School
High School Lake Forest High School

PRICE HISTORY
Prior to Sep 5, '24 $4,549,000
Sep 5, '24 - Oct 4, '24 $4,375,000
Oct 4, '24 - Today $4,149,000


ADDITIONAL DETAILS
AIR Central Air, Zoned
AIR CONDITIONING Yes
APPLIANCES Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Humidifier, Microwave, Range Hood, Washer, Water Purifier
AREA Lake Forest
BASEMENT Crawl Space, Partial, Partially Finished, Sump Pump, Yes
CONSTRUCTION Brick, Stone
FIREPLACE Yes
GARAGE Attached Garage, Yes
HEAT Forced Air, Natural Gas, Zoned
INTERIOR Built-in Features, Entrance Foyer, Walk-In Closet(s)
LOT 0.918 acre(s)
LOT DESCRIPTION Landscaped
LOT DIMENSIONS 180 X 278 X 110 X 242
PARKING Garage Door Opener, Asphalt, Attached
SEWER Public Sewer
TAXES 41785.08
UTILITIES Cable Available
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