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$2,195,000
9 Days On Site

980 Mellody Road
Lake Forest, IL 60045

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
5
Beds
4
Total Baths
3
Full Baths
1
Partial Bath
6,312
SqFt
$348
/SqFt
2025
Built
County:
Lake
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of Compass
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Nestled on an expansive, nearly 1-acre wooded lot, this stunning classic stone-clad home offers the perfect blend of luxury and comfort. With 5 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, including an expansive first-floor primary suite, this home promises ample space and privacy for your family. The main floor boasts an open-concept design, featuring a gourmet kitchen with an eat-at island and a large walk-in pantry that seamlessly flows into the family room, complete with a cozy wood-burning fireplace. Large sliding doors lead directly from the family room to a covered rear porch, making it an ideal space for indoor-outdoor living. Also off of the kitchen is a large private dining room. Practicality meets style with a spacious first-floor laundry room, conveniently located off the mudroom and attached 3-car garage. The first floor also includes a dedicated office space, while the second floor offers a versatile office area that could easily double as a recreation space. The expansive finished basement features a bedroom, full bathroom, recreation area, and abundant storage, offering flexibility and functionality. There's plenty of room to add a pool, making this home a haven for both relaxation and entertainment. The property is conveniently located close to shopping and transportation, ensuring easy access to all your daily needs, and located within the award winning Lake Forest school district. The home is still customizable to suit the specific needs and preferences of its future owner. Don't miss the opportunity to make this dream home your own. PLEASE NOTE, THIS HOME IS NOT YET BUILT. THESE ARE DESIGN RENDERINGS TO SHOW POTENTIAL BUYERS WHAT THE INTENDED END PRODUCT WILL LOOK LIKE. THE DELIVERY TIMEFRAME IS APPROXIMATELY 12 MONTHS FROM CONTRACT SIGNING.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$2,195,000
Days On Site 
9 Days
Bedrooms 
5
Inside Area (SqFt) 
6,312 sqft
Total Baths 
4
Full Baths 
3
Partial Baths 
1
Lot Size 
0.7909 Acres
Year Built 
2025
MLS® Number 
12499720
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$13,529.3
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Builder
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
4 days agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
4 days agoStatus changed to Active
a week agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
0.7909
Attached Garage 
Yes
Foundation 
Concrete Perimeter
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
3
Parking 
On SiteAttachedGarage
Parking Spaces 
3
Property Condition 
New Construction
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Public Sewer
SqFt Below 
2000
SqFt Total 
4312
Water Source 
Public
Interior Features
Basement 
UnfinishedFull
Cooling 
Central Air
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Family Room
Fireplaces 
1
Heating 
Natural Gas
Interior 
Entrance FoyerPantryCathedral Ceiling(s)In-Law FloorplanWalk-In Closet(s)Open Floorplan
Laundry Features 
Main Level
Bedroom 2 
Dimensions - 26X12Level - Second
Bedroom 3 
Dimensions - 14X12Level - Second
Bedroom 4 
Dimensions - 14X12Level - Second
Bedroom 5 
Dimensions - 21X13Level - Main
Dining Room 
Dimensions - 14X18Level - Main
Family Room 
Foyer 
Dimensions - 11X19Level - Main
Kitchen 
Dimensions - 19X14Level - MainDescription - Island,Pantry-Walk-in
Laundry 
Dimensions - 10X10Level - Main
Living Room 
Dimensions - 22X19Level - Main
Master Bedroom 
Dimensions - 18X20Level - Main
Office 
Dimensions - 14X12Level - Main
Pantry 
Dimensions - 7X11Level - Main
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Other
Lot Features 
Wooded
Roof 
Asphalt
Community Features
MLS Area 
Lake Forest
School District 
Lake Forest High School
Township 
Shields
Schools
School District
Lake Forest High School
Elementary School
Everett Elementary School
Middle School
Deer Path Middle School
High School
Lake Forest High School
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of Compass



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