1802 Princeton, Lake Forest IL 60045
Property Description
BRING ALL OFFERS. The sellers need to relocate and are highly motivated on price, timing, and flexible terms. They are ready to negotiate and prepared to make a deal. If you've been waiting for the right opportunity in Lake Forest - this is it!! Located in Academy Woods, a private enclave of 77 maintenance-free single-family homes set within the former J. Armour Estate and surrounded by Lake County Forest Preserves, this residence offers space, setting, and true move-in readiness. The home is thoughtfully maintained and allows a buyer to move in immediately without taking on projects or deferred maintenance. The layout includes generous living and dining areas, a bright kitchen that opens to the patio and yard, a vaulted family room with fireplace, and a finished lower level with an egress window for flexible living space. Upstairs, the primary suite features a spacious bath with dual sinks, soaking tub, and separate shower, along with two additional bedrooms and a full hall bath. NEW CEDAR SHAKE ROOF (2024) - OVER $100,000 INVESTED. NEW SIDING (2024). Major exterior capital improvements have already been completed, eliminating a significant future expense for the next owner. Academy Woods is ideally situated near major highways, O'Hare International Airport, downtown Lake Forest, Sunset Foods, Lake Michigan beaches, and miles of walking and biking trails. The professionally maintained grounds and mature landscaping create a quiet, established community with simplified upkeep. For buyers seeking a truly turnkey home in Lake Forest UNDER $1,000,000, opportunities like this are limited. BRING ALL OFFERS.
Features & Information
Key Details
- List Price $950,000
- Property Taxes $13,230
- Square Feet 2257
- Price/ Sq. Ft. $420.91
- Year Built 1997
- Parking Type Garage
- Status Pending
Rooms
- Total Rooms 9
- Basement P
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Master Bedroom
- Master Bath F
- Room Size 17X14
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Bedroom 2
- Room Size 17X12
- Floor Level 2nd Level
- Flooring Carpet
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Bedroom 3
- Room Size 12X13
- Floor Level 2nd Level
- Flooring Carpet
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Living Room
- Room Size 18X14
- Floor Level Main Level
- Flooring Hardwood
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Family Room
- Room Size 15X16
- Floor Level Main Level
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Dining Room
- Room Size 12X12
- Floor Level Main Level
- Flooring Hardwood
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Kitchen
- Room Size 11X12
- Kitchen Type Eating Area-Breakfast Bar,Eating Area-Table Space
- Floor Level Main Level
- Flooring Hardwood
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Basement
- Basement Description Partially Finished,Egress Window
- Bathroom(s) in Basement N
Additional Rooms
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Additional Room 1
- Additional Room 1 Name Bonus
- Additional Room Size 14X8
- Additional Room Level Main Level
- Additional Room Flooring Carpet
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Additional Room 2
- Additional Room 2 Name Eating Area
- Additional Room Size 16X9
- Additional Room Level Main Level
- Additional Room Flooring Hardwood
Interior Features
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Appliances
- Appliances Included Microwave, 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 1
Exterior Features
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Building Information
- Age of Building 26-30 Years
- Exterior Construction Brick,Cedar
- Foundation Concrete
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Parking
- Parking Garage
- # of Cars 2
- Garage Features Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s)
Location
- County Lake
- Township Libertyville
- Corporate Limits Lake Forest
- Directions to Property Route 60 West Of Waukegan Rd. To Academy Drive. North To Princeton Ct., And Left To Home.
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Schools
- Elementary School District 67
- School Name Everett Elementary School
- 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 13230
- Tax Year 2024
- Tax Exemptions Homeowner
- Parcel Identification Number 11362010140000
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Lot Information
- Dimensions 100 X 70
- Acreage 0.16
Utilities
- Sewer Sewer-Publ
Listed by: Baird & Warner | Phone: 847.432.0500
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