842 Lyster, Highwood IL 60040
Property Description
Beautifully updated historic 4-bedroom home in sought-after Fort Sheridan, offering the perfect blend of charm and thoughtful updates. Step into an expansive foyer that opens to a spacious great room featuring a gas fireplace and stunning hardwood floors. The eat-in kitchen opens to a lovely patio-ideal for morning coffee while enjoying the scenic surroundings Fort Sheridan is known for. The second level features a large primary suite with a walk-in closet and a beautifully updated bath, complete with double vanity, quartz countertops, marble shower, and separate soaking tub. Three additional bedrooms and an updated hall bath with quartz countertops and double vanity complete the level. Additional highlights include a 2-car attached garage, convenient laundry/mudroom, and a fantastic back patio perfect for entertaining. Lots of recent updates including zoned HVAC systems, new roof, interior and exterior painting, new garage door, sump pump, insulation, gorgeous outdoor patio area, hot water heater, and more. Steps away from hiking, biking, and walking trails through the Forest Preserves and Openlands shoreline. Walking distance to the Metra and downtown Highwood's amazing restaurant district.
Features & Information
Key Details
- List Price $899,000
- Property Taxes $20,500.18
- Square Feet 2542
- Price/ Sq. Ft. $353.66
- Year Built 1890
- Parking Type Garage
- Status Contingent
Rooms
- Total Rooms 7
- Basement F
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Master Bedroom
- Master Bath F
- Room Size 20X12
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Bedroom 2
- Room Size 13X12
- Floor Level 2nd Level
- Flooring Carpet
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Bedroom 3
- Room Size 13X11
- Floor Level 2nd Level
- Flooring Carpet
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Bedroom 4
- Room Size 15X11
- Floor Level 2nd Level
- Flooring Carpet
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Living Room
- Room Size 26X12
- Floor Level Main Level
- Flooring Hardwood
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Dining Room
- Room Size 12X10
- Floor Level Main Level
- Flooring Hardwood
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Kitchen
- Room Size 15X10
- Kitchen Type Eating Area-Table Space
- Floor Level Main Level
- Flooring Hardwood
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Basement
- Basement Description Unfinished
- Bathroom(s) in Basement N
Interior Features
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Appliances
- Appliances Included Oven/Range
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Heating & Cooling
- Heating Type Gas, Forced Air, Zoned
- Air Conditioning Central Air
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Fireplace
- # of Fireplaces 1
Exterior Features
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Building Information
- Age of Building 100+ Years
- Exterior Construction Brick,Cedar
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Parking
- Parking Garage
- # of Cars 2
- Garage Features Garage Door Opener(s)
Location
- County Lake
- Township Moraine
- Corporate Limits Highwood
- Directions to Property Sheridan To Old Elm Into Fort Sheridan, R On Lw To Lyster
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Schools
- Elementary School District 112
- School Name Wayne Thomas Elementary S
- Junior High District 112
- School Name Northwood Junior High Sch
- High School District: 113
- School Name Highland Park High School
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Property Taxes
- Tax 20500.18
- Tax Year 2025
- Tax Exemptions None
- Parcel Identification Number 16104120020000
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Lot Information
- Dimensions 80 X 110
- Acreage 0.22
Utilities
- Sewer Sewer-Publ
Listed by: @properties Christie's International Real Estate | Phone: 847.432.0700
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