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617 E Illinois Road

Lake Forest, IL 60045

6 beds
5 baths
3,200 sqft
13,068 sqft lot
$367 per sqft
1905 build
– on site

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 courtesy of MRED / Baird & Warner as distributed by MLS GRID

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MLS# 12189216 —

The Building

Year Built:

1905
Rebuilt:

No
New Construction:

false
Architectural Style:

Traditional
Roof:

Asphalt
Basement:

Full
Foundation Details:

Brick/Mortar, Concrete Perimeter
Exterior Features:

Porch Screened, Brick Paver Patio
Disability Access:

No
Living Area Source:

Assessor

Interior

Rooms Total:

12
Room Type:

Foyer, Recreation Room, Walk In Closet, Loft, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Screened Porch, Other Room
Interior Features:

Hardwood Floors, First Floor Bedroom, In-Law Arrangement, First Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling - 10 Foot, Historic/Period Mlwk
Fireplaces Total:

1
Fireplace Features:

Gas Log
Fireplace Location:

Family Room
Laundry Features:

Sink

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

3200

Location

Directions:

From downtown Lake Forest at Western Ave, take Illinois Rd east
Location:

2050

The Property

Parcel Number:

12334080050000
Property Type:

Residential
Location:

B
Lot Features:

Fenced Yard
Lot Size Dimensions:

50 X 297
Lot Size Acres:

0.3
Lot Size Source:

County Records
Waterfront:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2023
Tax Annual Amount:

17453.46

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

6
Bedrooms Possible:

6

Baths

Baths:

5
Full Baths:

4
Half Baths:

1

The Listing

Virtual Tour Unbranded:

Virtual Tour
Special Listing Conditions:

None

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+
Cooling:

Central Air, Zoned

Utilities

Sewer:

Public Sewer
Electric:

Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Water Source:

Lake Michigan

Appliances

Appliances:

Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Down Draft

Schools

Elementary School:

Sheridan Elementary School
Elementary School District:

67
Middle Or Junior School:

Deer Path Middle School
Middle Or Junior School District:

67
High School:

Lake Forest High School
High School District:

115

The Community

Community Features:

Park
Association Fee Includes:

None
Association Fee Frequency:

Not Applicable
Master Assoc Fee Frequency:

Not Required

Parking

Parking Total:

2
Garage Type:

Detached
Garage Spaces:

2
Garage Onsite:

Yes
Garage Ownership:

Owned

Extra Units

Other Structures:

Second Residence

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$1,175,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$6,291
Taxes	$1,454
Insurance	$323
Utilities	$268 See report
Total	$8,336/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
10/16/24 Oct 16, 2024	Listed / Active	MRED	$1,175,000
9/9/24 Sep 9, 2024	Listed / Active	MRED

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This house located in North Shore, Lake Forest, IL 60045 is currently for sale for $1,175,000. 617 E Illinois Road is a 3,200 square foot house with 6 beds and 5 baths that has been on Estately for 39 days. 617 E Illinois Road is in the North Shore neighborhood of Lake Forest and has a WalkScore® of 31, making it car-dependent. This house is in the attendance area of Lake Forest High School, Deer Path Middle School West, Sheridan Elementary School, and Deer Path Middle School East.

Listing courtesy of MRED, Baird & Warner, and Daniel Timm as distributed by MLS GRID.

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