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$1,100,000
6 Days On Site

524 Forest Hill Road
Lake Forest, IL 60045

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
5
Beds
3
Total Baths
2
Full Baths
1
Partial Bath
2,648
SqFt
$415
/SqFt
1961
Built
County:
Lake
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of Compass
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Offering OVER 3000 sq ft of finished living space, Nestled in the sought-after Whispering Oaks neighborhood of East Lake Forest is this beautifully renovated 5 bedroom, 2.5 bath home. The main level features a seamless flow anchored by a brand new kitchen with quartz countertops, custom thin shaker cabinetry, a pull out pantry, and chef's hood, along with a cozy coffee nook for early mornings. The adjoining dining area opens to a raised patio, perfect for entertaining or quiet evenings surrounded by mature trees. A spacious living room with a wood burning fireplace and a large picture window frames stunning views of the private, fenced in half acre yard. Upstairs, four generous bedrooms easily accommodate queen or king beds, including a serene primary suite with dual vanities and a beautifully updated bath. The additional new full bath features a 72-inch, dual sink, white oak vanity and modern finishes throughout. Lower level has a great walk-out to the outdoor space right off the family room with a second fireplace and a brand new custom dry bar with quartzite slab backsplash and beverage center, great for entertaing guests on game days and holidays. The lower level has a great room for a home-office or a guest suite. Also inclidues, large laundry area with extra storage. The finished basement below adds even more versatility with a playroom, craft area, and workshop space, perfect for hobbies or recreation. Additional highlights include a new furnace and air conditioning, ample storage throughout, and a cedar closet for seasonal items. Just steps from Cherokee Elementary and minutes to downtown Lake Forest, the Metra, and Lake Michigan beaches, this home blends suburban tranquility with everyday convenience you'll love to take advantage of for Summer beach days.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$1,100,000
Days On Site 
6 Days
Bedrooms 
5
Inside Area (SqFt) 
2,648 sqft
Total Baths 
3
Full Baths 
2
Partial Baths 
1
Lot Size 
N/A
Year Built 
1961
MLS® Number 
12525770
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$12,519.46
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Plans
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
18 hours agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
19 hours agoStatus changed to Active
6 days agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Attached Garage 
Yes
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
2
Parking 
AsphaltAttachedGarage
Parking Spaces 
6
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Public Sewer
Water Source 
Public
Interior Features
Basement 
FinishedFullDaylight
Cooling 
Central Air
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Family RoomLiving RoomWood Burning
Fireplaces 
2
Flooring 
Hardwood
Heating 
Natural GasForced Air
Interior 
Entrance FoyerDry BarBuilt-in Features
Laundry Features 
Laundry ChuteSink
Bedroom 2 
Dimensions - 11X11Level - Second
Bedroom 3 
Dimensions - 11X14Level - Second
Bedroom 4 
Dimensions - 11X11Level - Second
Bedroom 5 
Dimensions - 10X13Level - Lower
Dining Room 
Dimensions - 11X14Level - Main
Family Room 
Dimensions - 22X23Level - Lower
Foyer 
Dimensions - 7X11Level - Main
Kitchen 
Dimensions - 19X11Level - Main
Laundry 
Dimensions - 11X7Level - Lower
Living Room 
Dimensions - 21X15Level - Main
Master Bedroom 
Dimensions - 15X12Level - Second
Play Room 
Dimensions - 20X20Level - Basement
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Brick
Roof 
Asphalt
Community Features
MLS Area 
Lake Forest
School District 
Lake Forest High School
Township 
West Deerfield
Schools
School District
Lake Forest High School
Elementary School
Cherokee 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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