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$2,249,000

379 Bridle Lane, Lake Forest, IL 60045
6 Beds8 Baths8,432 sqft11 days
379 Bridle Lane·Lake Forest, IL 60045
6Bedrooms
8Bathrooms
8,432Sq Ft
1988Year Built
About This Home

This fabulous home exudes grandeur and charm! Sitting on 1.38 gorgeous acres, this beautiful home was designed and built by Gene Martin and features new finishes, lovely architectural details, a new furnace (2024), a new roof and flashings (to be installed March 2025), intricate millwork, hardwood and stone flooring, high ceilings, and an abundance of natural light. There is a 1st floor bedroom w/ full bath, 5 bedroom suites on the 2nd floor and 1 or 2 bedrooms in the lower level, 6 full and 2 half baths and 4 gas start/gas log fireplaces. The grand foyer, with formal powder room, is flanked by an elegant dining room with wainscoting and a generous living room with exquisite gas fireplace w/ marble surround, a large bay window, door to the library and is open to an inviting sunroom with three walls of arched windows. The expansive gourmet kitchen has top of the line appliances, stone counters, a huge center island with seating for 6, walk-in pantry, wine closet, breakfast area with French doors to the back deck, and is open to the large family room with beautiful stone fireplace and another set of French doors to the lush backyard. Off the family room is a beautiful library with an onyx marble surround gas fireplace and built-in bookshelves. The back hall leads to a large mudroom with slate flooring and custom built-ins, a door to the oversized three-car garage, service entrance door, door to the backyard and a bright separate laundry room with built-in cabinetry. Also on this floor is a lovely bedroom, a full bath and the back staircase. The second floor has a huge primary suite with a sitting area with fireplace, large bath w/ separate water closet, walk in shower, jetted tub, and a huge walk-in closet. There are also 4 additional bedrooms, 2 large en-suite bedrooms, and 2 large bedrooms w/ a shared bath. The third floor is a hidden gem with a plush home theatre w/ custom seating for 12, a concessions area, billiards area, handsome half bath and a private office w/ built-in bookshelves. The full lower level has 1 bedroom, 1 exercise room, a large recreation room, kitchen area, full bath, a large storage room and mechanical room with space for additional storage. The circular drive leads to a large parking area on the side of the house near the oversized three-car attached garage. The deck has plenty of room for entertaining, grilling and enjoying the beautiful sunsets. The professionally landscaped property features lovely plantings, gardens and mature trees throughout. New carpet in several rooms, fresh neutral paint finishes throughout much of the interior of the home. Exterior painted in 2024. This residence has been meticulously cared for and improved by the current owners and is a must see! Move right in and enjoy all that this amazing home has to offer!

MLS# 12282348Listed February 10, 2025ResidentialColonial
Property Details

Beds & Baths

Total Bedrooms6
Total Bathrooms8
Full Baths6
Half Baths2
Total Rooms18

Size & Structure

Living Area8,432 sqft
Garage Spaces3
Fireplaces4
Year Built1988
Lot Size1.380 acres

Location

CountyLake
TownshipWest Deerfield
Zip Code60045

Financial

List Price$2,249,000
Price / Sq Ft$267
Annual Taxes (2022)$28,674
Monthly Tax Est.$2,390
Parcel #16054100010000
Interior Features

Appliances

Double OvenRangeMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorHigh End RefrigeratorBar FridgeWasherDryerDisposalTrash CompactorRange HoodOtherFront Controls on Range/CooktopGas CooktopGas OvenHumidifier

Flooring

HardwoodCarpetWood

Heating

Natural GasForced AirZoned

Cooling

Central AirZoned

Basement

FinishedCrawl Space9 ft + pourConcreteRec/Family AreaStorage SpaceFull

Laundry

Main LevelElectric Dryer HookupSink

Fireplace

Gas LogGas Starter
Exterior & Lot

Construction

Cedar

Foundation

Concrete Perimeter

Patio & Porch

Deck

Lot Features

LandscapedMature Trees
Utilities & Parking

Sewer

Public Sewer

Water Source

Lake Michigan

Electric

Service - 400 Amp or Greater

Parking

AsphaltGravelGarage Door OpenerGarageOn SiteGarage OwnedAttached
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$0
Not Applicable

HOA Includes

None

Community Features

ParkCurbsSidewalksStreet LightsStreet 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
$28,674
Tax Year 2022
Monthly Tax Est.
$2,390
per month
Price per Sq Ft
$267
per square foot
Property Location

379 Bridle Lane, Lake Forest, IL 60045 — Lake County

$2,249,000
$267 / sqft
379 Bridle Lane
6 bd8 ba8,432 sqft
VL
Vittoria Logli
Top Glenview Agent

IL License 475.178467 · (847) 810-8438

Quick Facts
11 days on market
3-car garage
4 fireplaces
1.380 acres
$28,674/yr taxes
$0 HOA (not applicable)
$14,209
estimated monthly payment
Principal & Interest
$11,819/mo
Property Tax
$2,390/mo
$2,249,000
20% — $449,800
3%50%
6.875%
3%12%
Loan Amount
$1,799,200
Down Payment
$449,800

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

Listed by
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Agent: Ann Lyon
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