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Lake Forest,IL 60045
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached Single
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 2,796 sqft
Price per Sqft $393
MLS Listing ID 12168225
Style Farmhouse
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Year Built 1905
Annual Tax Amount $8,127
Tax Year 2023
Lot Dimensions 50X240
Property Description
This charming two-story home in the desirable Oakwood/Vine neighborhood is a true gem with a rich history. Once rented by Wallis Spencer, who later became the Duchess of Windsor, the residence has been meticulously rebuilt and modernized. It features: Beautiful fir floors throughout. 3 bedrooms and 2 newly updated bathrooms. A large living room and a separate dining room. A bright, new designer kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances, La Cornue stove and hood, including a steam oven and microwave, plus a generous eating area. A new screened porch with a wood-burning fireplace, perfect for relaxation. A fully updated 3+ car garage with a dual electric fast charging station and specialty coated floors.This home has been lovingly preserved for its historic charm and thoroughly updated to today's modern features. Recent upgrades including a new roof, new electrical and rewiring, updated plumbing, new HVAC, foam insulation, new storm windows, new shutters and freshly painted inside and out. A spacious yard ideal for outdoor enjoyment. This home is ready for you to move in and start enjoying all it has to offer. A fantastic opportunity in a truly special location near the heart of downtown, train and beach.
Location
State IL
County Lake
Rooms
Basement Partial
Interior
Heating Steam,Radiator(s),Baseboard
Cooling Central Air,None
Fireplace Y
Appliance Range,Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Washer
Exterior
Garage Detached
Garage Spaces 3.0
Waterfront false
View Y/N true
Building
Story 2 Stories
Sewer Public Sewer,Sewer-Storm
Water Lake Michigan,Public
New Construction false
Schools
Elementary Schools Sheridan Elementary School
Middle Schools Deer Path Middle School
High Schools Lake Forest High School
School District 67,67,115
Others
HOA Fee Include None
Ownership Fee Simple
Special Listing Condition None