Address
178 E Illinois Road, Lake Forest, IL
Price
$ 1,095,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#11131560
- TypeSingle Family
- CountyLAKE
- CityLake Forest
- AreaLake Forest
- NeighborhoodDowntown
- Zip60045
- StyleColonial
- Year Built1915
- Taxes$ 15993
- Price$ 1,095,000
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage2300
- Lot Size0.525 Acres
Listing Provided Courtesy Of:
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Data Source:
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Property Description
Located in Lake Forest's historic downtown area, this picturesque home blends the best of the charm and character of an older elegant home with many thoughtful improvements and upgrades over the years. Welcomed by a beautiful walkway gate you will be enchanted by the privacy, the 1/2 acre lot with mature trees and sweeping lawns, the side porch, and the lovely screened porch. Features include beautifully refinished hardwood floors, high ceilings, intricate moldings, and gorgeous windows. An interior rehab in 2010 included all 3 floors plus the finished basement with new flooring, a stunning new kitchen, 3 new baths, new electrical, light fixtures, beams in the primary suite, living room crown molding, new fireplace mantel, 2 furnaces and 2 a/c units. The exterior rehab in 2010 included new roof, gutters, landscaping, new garage door, exterior light fixtures, and shutters. A nicely flowing floor plan includes space for one and all to gather in the gracious formal living room, kitchen with island, pretty dining area, comfortable family room plus the 3rd floor bonus room/den and the spacious finished basement with rec rooms. Exterior was recently painted, new sump pump, new hot water heater. Enjoy the wonderful and convenient in town living near shopping, Metra train station, restaurants, schools, parks, open lands, and Lake Michigan! This is a rare opportunity to purchase a captivating home on a delightfully spacious property in East Lake Forest. Easy to show
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Sheridan Elementary School | Deer Path Middle School | Lake Forest High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 6/24/2022 | Listed $1,185,000 |
| 6/30/2022 | 8% - $1,095,000 |
General Features
| Additional Parcels Y/N | Yes |
|---|---|
| Appliances | Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator |
| Architectural Style | Colonial |
| Association Fee Includes | None |
| Basement | Full |
| City | Lake Forest |
| Community Features | Park, Tennis Court(s), Sidewalks, Street Lights |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| County | Lake |
| Days on Market | 374 |
| Directions | Greenbay Rd North of Deerpath to Illinois Rd, east to #178 |
| Elementary School | Sheridan Elementary School |
| Elementary School District | 67 |
| Exterior Features | Porch |
| Garage Spaces | 2 |
| HOA Fee Frequency | Not Applicable |
| Heating | Natural Gas, Forced Air |
| High School | Lake Forest High School |
| High School District | 115 |
| Interior Features | Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, Special Millwork |
| MLS Area | Lake Forest |
| Middle/Junior High School | Deer Path Middle School |
| Middle/Junior School District | 67 |
| New Construction | No |
| Ownership | Fee Simple |
| Possession | Closing |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Property Type | Detached Single |
| Roof | Asphalt |
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Status | Price Change |
| Street Name | Illinois |
| Tax Annual Amount | 15993.56 |
| Tax Year | 2020 |
| Total Rooms | 9 |
| Township | Shields |
| Year Built | 1915 |
Interior Features
| Basement | Finished |
|---|---|
| Bathrooom | Separate Shower |
| Bedrooms Possible | 3 |
| Fireplace Features | Gas Log |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Living Area | 2300 |
| Livingareasource | Appraiser |
| Room Type | Bonus Room, Recreation Room, Screened Porch |
| Street Suffix | Road |
| Total Baths | 3 |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| Total Fireplaces | 1 |
| Window Features | Skylight(s) |
Exterior Features
| Exterior | Frame |
|---|---|
| Foundation Details | Concrete Perimeter |
| Garage Onsite | Yes |
| Garage Ownership | Owned |
| Garage Type | Detached |
| Lot Dimensions | 122 X 204 X 93 X 64 X 31 X 136 |
| Lot Features | Mature Trees, Partial Fencing |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.525 |
| Other Equipment | Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump |
| Water Source | Public |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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