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$1,099,000

280 Basswood Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045
5 Beds4 Baths0 sqft4 days
280 Basswood Road·Lake Forest, IL 60045
5Bedrooms
4Bathrooms
0Sq Ft
1986Year Built
About This Home

Spectacular and situated in desirable Onwentsia Gardens, this custom all brick home certainly has immense curb appeal and an inviting floor plan for both entertaining and family living. Features include hardwood floors (on both 1st and 2nd floors), high ceilings (over 9 feet), crown moldings, new Marvin windows, French doors, sky light, tray ceilings, 2 fireplaces with gas logs, and a 3 car attached garage. The gracious 2 story foyer is graced with a stunning curved staircase and Palladian window which opens to a grand sized living room with dentil moldings and lovely fireplace with marble surround. Separate dining room has tray ceiling, rich crown moldings, and Wainscoting. The large family room with wet bar, built-ins, and brick fireplace with gas logs also opens to the grand deck area and is accessible to the bright kitchen. This roomy kitchen with oak cabinets, island, new double ovens, desk area, pantry, and large eat-in breakfast room overlooks the expansive deck and beautifully landscaped backyard. Additionally, on the 1st floor there is a private bedroom with full bath that could serve either as guest/nanny quarters or a study/den area. Upstairs has all hardwood flooring with 4 additional bedrooms. The Primary suite boasts a tall tray ceiling, walk-in closets, and a luxury bath with double sinks, a whirlpool, and a separate shower. There is a large closet (33' x 15') adjacent to one of the master bedroom closets as well. The family bedroom closets are all walk-in, and there is an additional linen closet in the hallway. Downstairs a lovely curved stairway takes you to the basement, which provides copious storage space and work areas. A new hot water heater in 2024. There are many beautiful architectural designs and finishes seen throughout this spacious home on a half-acre lot. It is truly a remarkable home located in a neighborhood you will love!

MLS# 12160403Listed September 16, 2024Residential
Property Details

Beds & Baths

Total Bedrooms5
Total Bathrooms4
Full Baths3
Half Baths1
Total Rooms10

Size & Structure

Living Area0 sqft
Garage Spaces3
Fireplaces2
Year Built1986
Lot Size0.480 acres

Location

CountyLake
TownshipWest Deerfield
Zip Code60045

Financial

List Price$1,099,000
Annual Taxes (2022)$16,468
Monthly Tax Est.$1,372
Parcel #16052021170000
Interior Features

Appliances

Double OvenRangeMicrowaveDishwasherHigh End RefrigeratorWasherDryerDisposalStainless Steel Appliance(s)

Flooring

Hardwood

Heating

Natural GasForced Air

Cooling

Central Air

Basement

UnfinishedPartial

Laundry

Main LevelSink

Fireplace

Gas LogGas Starter
Exterior & Lot

Construction

Brick

Patio & Porch

Deck

Lot Features

LandscapedWooded
Utilities & Parking

Sewer

Public SewerStorm Sewer

Water Source

Lake Michigan

Parking

On SiteAttachedGarage
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$750
Annually

HOA Includes

InsuranceOther

Community Features

CurbsSidewalksStreet Paved
Schools
Elementary
Cherokee Elementary School
District: 67
Middle School
Deer Path Middle School
District: 67
High School
Lake Forest High School
District: 115
Tax & Financial
Annual Taxes
$16,468
Tax Year 2022
Monthly Tax Est.
$1,372
per month
Property Location

280 Basswood Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045Lake County

$1,099,000
280 Basswood Road
5 bd4 ba0 sqft
VL
Vittoria Logli
Top Glenview Agent

IL License 475.178467 · (847) 810-8438

Quick Facts
4 days on market
3-car garage
2 fireplaces
0.480 acres
$16,468/yr taxes
$750 HOA (annually)
$7,211
estimated monthly payment
Principal & Interest
$5,776/mo
Property Tax
$1,372/mo
HOA
$63/mo
$1,099,000
20% — $219,800
3%50%
6.875%
3%12%
Loan Amount
$879,200
Down Payment
$219,800

* Estimated payment only. Actual rates, taxes, and insurance may vary. Contact a lender for a personalized quote.

Listed by
Compass
Agent: Pat Purcell
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