842 Lyster Road, Highwood IL 60040
- Beds 4
- Baths 2.1
- Taxes $20,500
- HOA $359
- Payment Estimate View Mortgage Calculator
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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
- Assessments/HOA $359
- Square Feet 0
- Year Built 1890
- Status Contingent
- Market Time 22
Rooms
- Total Rooms 7
- Number of Bedrooms 4
- Number of Bathrooms 2.1
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Primary Bedroom
- Room Size 20X12
- Floor Level Second
- Flooring Carpet
- Primary Bathroom Full
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Bedroom 2
- Room Size 13X12
- Floor Level Second
- Flooring Carpet
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Bedroom 3
- Room Size 13X11
- Floor Level Second
- Flooring Carpet
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Bedroom 4
- Room Size 15X11
- Floor Level Second
- Flooring Carpet
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Living Room
- Room Size 26X12
- Floor Level Main
- Flooring Hardwood
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Dining Room
- Room Size 12X10
- Floor Level Main
- Flooring Hardwood
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Kitchen
- Room Size 15X10
- Floor Level Main
- Flooring Hardwood
Additional Rooms
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Laundry
- Room Size 12X6
- Floor Level Main
- Flooring Ceramic Tile
Interior Features
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Appliances
- Appliances Included Range
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Heating & Cooling
- Heating Type Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned
- Air Conditioning Central Air
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Fireplace
- # of Fireplaces 1
- Type of Fireplace Living Room
Exterior Features
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Building Information
- Age of Building 100+ Years
- Exposure East
- Recent Rehab Yes
- Rehab Year 2023
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Parking
- # of Cars 2
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
- Junior High District 112
- 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
- Lot Size Less Than .25 Acre
Listed by Susan Burklin for @properties Christie's International Real Estate | Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
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