1156 Mount Vernon, Lake Forest IL 60045
Property Description
Quality built all brick and cedar home in the sought after Lake Forest Heights subdivision. Conveniently located in central Lake Forest with easy access to train, restaurants, shopping, parks and expressways. Some of the many special features include hardwood floors throughout the 1st floor, vaulted ceilings, bay windows, French doors and new roof. Enter through the gracious two story foyer, framed by the living room and dining room, ideal for larger gatherings. The very spacious updated kitchen with vaulted ceiling and skylights offers abundant cabinetry, top of the line stainless steel appliances, center island and eating area with slider to expansive brick patio with fire pit. A wet bar with beverage refrigerator and cabinetry provides a convenient connection between the kitchen and dining room. The kitchen opens to the family room with floor to ceiling brick fireplace and numerous windows looking out to the private backyard. An adjacent office/den with French doors is a special treat, offering an additional space to work or relax and unwind. Located off of the 1st floor laundry room is a staircase leading to a fabulous bonus room featuring hardwood floors and shiplap paneling on the walls. The possible uses for this space are endless - playroom, art studio, media room, etc! The two story open staircase leads to the 2nd level with large landing overlooking the foyer below. Here you will find the primary bedroom with cozy fireplace and cathedral ceiling. There is also the luxury of an en-suite bath and large walk-in closet. Three additional bedrooms with ample closet space and a hall bath complete this level. The finished basement includes a great space for recreation as well as an exercise room and storage area or another office space. An excellent value in a wonderful neighborhood!
Features & Information
Key Details
- List Price $1,065,000
- Property Taxes $16,076
- Square Feet 3574
- Price/ Sq. Ft. $297.99
- Year Built 1987
- Parking Type Garage
- Status New
Rooms
- Total Rooms 12
- Basement F
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Master Bedroom
- Master Bath F
- Room Size 25X14
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Bedroom 2
- Room Size 15X14
- Floor Level 2nd Level
- Flooring Carpet
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Bedroom 3
- Room Size 14X11
- Floor Level 2nd Level
- Flooring Carpet
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Bedroom 4
- Room Size 13X11
- Floor Level 2nd Level
- Flooring Carpet
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Living Room
- Room Size 22X14
- Floor Level Main Level
- Flooring Hardwood
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Family Room
- Room Size 26X14
- Floor Level Main Level
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Dining Room
- Room Size 16X14
- Floor Level Main Level
- Flooring Hardwood
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Kitchen
- Room Size 28X16
- Kitchen Type Eating Area-Table Space,Island
- Floor Level Main Level
- Flooring Hardwood
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Basement
- Basement Description Finished
- Bathroom(s) in Basement N
Additional Rooms
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Additional Room 1
- Additional Room 1 Name Office
- Additional Room Size 16X14
- Additional Room Level 2nd Level
- Additional Room Flooring Hardwood
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Additional Room 2
- Additional Room 2 Name Bonus
- Additional Room Size 24X23
- Additional Room Level 2nd Level
- Additional Room Flooring Hardwood
Interior Features
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Appliances
- Appliances Included Oven-Double, Oven/Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal
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Heating & Cooling
- Heating Type Gas, Forced Air
- Air Conditioning Central Air
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Fireplace
- # of Fireplaces 2
- Type of Fireplace Gas Logs
Exterior Features
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Building Information
- Age of Building 31-40 Years
- Exterior Construction Brick,Cedar
- Foundation Concrete
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Parking
- Parking Garage
- # of Cars 2
- Garage Features Garage Door Opener(s)
Location
- County Lake
- Township West Deerfield
- Corporate Limits Lake Forest
- Directions to Property Rt 41 & Old Elm, West To Mt Vernon, N To #
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Schools
- Elementary School District 67
- School Name Cherokee Elementary Schoo
- Junior High District 67
- School Name Deer Path Middle School
- High School District: 115
- School Name Lake Forest High School
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Property Taxes
- Tax 16076
- Tax Year 2024
- Parcel Identification Number 16081050170000
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Lot Information
- Dimensions 90X149
- Acreage 0
Utilities
- Sewer Sewer-Publ
Listed by: Jameson Sotheby's International Realty | Phone: 312.751.0300
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