Active

964 Lake Road

Lake Forest IL, 60045

$4,149,000


$796.97 per sqft

Active

5 Beds

7 Baths

5,206 sqft

Residential

Built in 1995

Courtesy of @properties Christie's International Real Estate

Location, location, location! Once in a lifetime opportunity to live on Lake Road - in this a beautifully updated, meticulously maintained brick and limestone home! The house is just steps from Forest Park and the Lake Forest Beach. Uniquely situated with towering evergreens on all sides creating a private setting with an expansive, fenced back yard. Designed and built by Gene Martin, the house has a fabulous floor plan customized to fit perfectly in the natural setting, with gracious sun-filled rooms and large windows throughout. The house has been fully updated, with newly refinished hardwood floors on the main level and newly installed hardwood floors on the second level, new and updated millwork throughout, including all new millwork in the spacious entry foyer that flows up to the second floor, following the grand staircase and highlighting the expansive windows. The new custom millwork, trim, and built-ins, wonderful craftsmanship throughout the house adds a fresh, updated feel as well as unique character. On the main level, the sunny, fully updated gourmet kitchen with large island, new stone countertops, designer tile backsplash and new finishes opens to the family room and sunroom blending the best of today's living. The family room features new custom millwork and cabinetry surrounding the fireplace and connects to the tranquil sunroom. The oversize living room with ten-foot ceilings and French doors to the patio leads to the one-of-a kind library/office with custom built-ins and cozy views of the garden. The formal dining room is perfect for gatherings of any size and embodies the elegance and grandeur of a Lake Road residence. The breakfast area with a masonry fireplace and new wood mantle completes the gorgeous kitchen. The sun-filled primary suite has been fully updated with new custom millwork and 2 new walk-in closets. There are four additional ensuite bedrooms with custom closets and updated bathrooms. One of the bedrooms is expansive, ideal for a live-in nanny or in-law suite, or as and additional den, game room or playroom. All the bedrooms enjoy wonderful views of the bluestone terraces and perennial gardens. Other features include new lighting, a mudroom with new custom cubbies, back stairwell, first floor laundry room, large 3-car garage with additional storage, two updated powder rooms, and a composite slate roof (2010). The basement features new carpet and finishes, a recreation room, homework/study area with built-ins, and 2 huge rooms with abundant storage. Opportunities abound within the fully fenced yard offering multiple patios and landscaped gardens. Enjoy the convenience of town, the train, and the beach from this amazing home!

12122723

MLS ID

July 27, 2024

Listed

December 9, 2024

Updated

Map

964 Lake Road
Lake Forest IL, 60045

Interior Features

Bedrooms

5


Total Bathrooms

7


Full Bathrooms

5


Half Bathrooms

2


Interior Features

Hardwood Floors, First Floor Laundry, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling - 10 Foot, Ceiling - 9 Foot, Special Millwork


Appliances

Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Cooktop, Range Hood, Water Purifier


Laundry Description

Gas Dryer Hookup, Sink


Fireplace

Yes


Fireplace Description

Gas Log, Gas Starter


Cooling

Yes


Cooling Description

Central Air, Zoned


Heating

Yes


Heating Description

Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned

Exterior/Building Features

Lot Size

0.92 Acres


Exterior Features

Patio, Brick Paver Patio


Lot Features

Fenced Yard, Landscaped, Mature Trees, Outdoor Lighting, Streetlights


Roof

Other


Sewer

Public Sewer

School Information

School District

67


High School

Lake Forest High School


Elementary School

Sheridan Elementary School

Other Property Details

Area Name

Lake Forest


Taxes

$41,785


Tax Frequency

Annually


Days on Market

136


Garage

Yes


Garage Spaces

3


Parking Total

3


View

No


County

Lake


Municipality

Shields


Water Source

Lake Michigan


Pool

No


Lakefront

Yes

Listing History

Date

Event

Price

10/5/2024

Price change

$4,149,000

-6%

9/6/2024

Price change

$4,375,000

-4%

Courtesy of @properties Christie's International Real Estate, Ann Lyon,
Listing Contact: 847-828-9991 

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