ClosedPrice Reduced

$1,850,000

$1,950,000
500 Mccormick Drive, Lake Forest, IL 60045
5 Beds8 Baths2,047 sqft48 days
500 Mccormick Drive·Lake Forest, IL 60045
5Bedrooms
8Bathrooms
2,047Sq Ft
1971Year Built
About This Home

This beautifully updated, brick Georgian home is just a short distance from Lake Michigan in the highly desirable Villa Turicum neighborhood! Located on just under an acre of partially wooded, professionally landscaped grounds, this wonderful home features all new bathrooms, a gourmet kitchen, refinished hardwood floors, updated millwork throughout, a newer (2021) cedar shake roof, a new bluestone patio w/ pergola & new enlarged koi pond, and generous room sizes. There are 6 bedrooms in total - 5 on the 2nd floor and 1 in the basement - and the 5 bedrooms upstairs each have an ensuite bathroom. The Primary Suite's large walk-in closet was expanded by the current homeowners to incorporate a 2nd floor laundry. The gourmet kitchen & breakfast room feature high-end appliances (Viking Professional 6-burner range w/ double ovens, Sub Zero refrigerator, Fisher-Paykel dishwasher drawers), a huge island w/ multiple seating, tons of counter space, skylights, and a wall of windows overlooking the fabulous patio & backyard. The family room features a lovely fireplace, built-ins, and a new wet bar. The large, formal living room has plenty of space for a piano or multiple seating areas. The updated office is right off the living room and provides privacy, comfort, and lovely views of the backyard & koi pond. Upstairs, there is a large space above the garage w/ an ensuite bath that can be a 5th bedroom or a bonus room. The basement has a large playroom/2nd family room w/ fireplace, a 6th bedroom, a large recreation room w/ new luxury vinyl flooring, storage space, laundry, and a full bathroom. Outside, the stunning grounds feature a fully fenced backyard, a new bluestone patio w/ pergola, seating walls and plenty of room for a fire pit and grill, a lovely koi pond, a Rain Bird irrigation system, and lots of mature trees. The home also has a deep, 3-car garage w/ room for storage. Move right in and enjoy this fabulous home!

MLS# 12280922Listed January 30, 2025ResidentialGeorgianSubdivision: Villa Turicum
Property Details

Beds & Baths

Total Bedrooms5
Total Bathrooms8
Full Baths6
Half Baths2
Total Rooms14

Size & Structure

Living Area2,047 sqft
Garage Spaces3
Fireplaces3
Year Built1971
Lot Size0.950 acres

Location

CountyLake
TownshipMoraine
SubdivisionVilla Turicum
Zip Code60045

Financial

List Price$1,850,000
Original Price$1,950,000
Price / Sq Ft$904
Annual Taxes (2023)$30,629
Monthly Tax Est.$2,552
Parcel #16033030110000
Interior Features

Appliances

Double OvenMicrowaveDishwasherHigh End RefrigeratorWasherDryerDisposalWine RefrigeratorRange Hood

Flooring

Hardwood

Heating

Natural GasForced AirSteamBaseboardZoned

Cooling

Central AirZoned

Basement

FinishedEgress WindowRec/Family AreaFull

Laundry

Upper LevelGas Dryer HookupMultiple LocationsSink

Fireplace

Wood BurningGas Starter
Exterior & Lot

Construction

Brick

Roof

Shake

Foundation

Concrete Perimeter

Patio & Porch

Patio

Lot Features

Landscaped
Utilities & Parking

Sewer

Public Sewer

Water Source

Public

Electric

200+ Amp Service

Parking

AsphaltGarage Door OpenerHeated GarageGarage OwnedAttachedSide ApronOwnedGarage
HOA & Community

HOA Includes

None

Community Features

LakeCurbsSidewalksStreet 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
$30,629
Tax Year 2023
Monthly Tax Est.
$2,552
per month
Price per Sq Ft
$904
per square foot
Price Reduced by $100,000
Original list price: $1,950,000
Property Location

500 Mccormick Drive, Lake Forest, IL 60045 — Lake County

$1,850,000
$904 / sqft
500 Mccormick Drive
5 bd8 ba2,047 sqft
VL
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IL License 475.178467 · (847) 810-8438

Quick Facts
48 days on market
3-car garage
3 fireplaces
0.950 acres
$30,629/yr taxes
Price reduced $100,000
$12,275
estimated monthly payment
Principal & Interest
$9,723/mo
Property Tax
$2,552/mo
$1,850,000
20% — $370,000
3%50%
6.875%
3%12%
Loan Amount
$1,480,000
Down Payment
$370,000

* 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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