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$1,149,000

849 Summit Avenue, Lake Forest, IL 60045
4 Beds4 Baths4,048 sqft2 days
849 Summit Avenue·Lake Forest, IL 60045
4Bedrooms
4Bathrooms
4,048Sq Ft
1912Year Built
About This Home

Incredible in-town location overlooking West Park with 4,048 square feet of finished space! This lovely 4+ bedroom, 3.1 bathroom home wonderfully blends historic charm with modern amenities. Key features include hardwood floors throughout the first floor, 9' ceilings, a large family room open to the kitchen and breakfast area, updated bathrooms, generous bedrooms, an updated basement, and a fully fenced yard. A gracious front porch greets you as you enter the home, and the old world charm continues throughout the 1st floor. The large living room has tall windows that provide excellent views of the park and amazing sunsets! An updated, full bathroom on the 1st floor is a plus. The open kitchen/breakfast area/family room is the heart of the home and provides great space for gathering and entertaining w/ high ceilings, lots of windows, and a fireplace. The 2nd level includes 4 bedrooms, with a fabulous Primary Suite which features a gorgeous, updated bathroom w/ walk-in shower & soaking tub, and a sizable walk-in closet. The 3rd floor offers a flexible space to use as a 5th bedroom, 2nd home office or playroom. The recently updated basement has new carpeting and contains a recreation room, an office, an exercise room, an updated powder room, and the laundry room. Outside, the fully fenced backyard has a lovely brick paver patio and a 2-car detached garage w/ full finished attic space for storage or additional use. Close to shops, restaurants, West Park, the east side Metra station, and schools, this beautiful home is truly a gem. Move right in and enjoy all that this home has to offer!

MLS# 11869041Listed August 24, 2023ResidentialTraditional
Property Details

Beds & Baths

Total Bedrooms4
Total Bathrooms4
Full Baths3
Half Baths1
Total Rooms13

Size & Structure

Living Area4,048 sqft
Garage Spaces2
Fireplaces1
Year Built1912
Lot Size0.150 acres

Location

CountyLake
TownshipShields
Zip Code60045

Financial

List Price$1,149,000
Price / Sq Ft$284
Annual Taxes (2022)$15,062
Monthly Tax Est.$1,255
Parcel #12283110100000
Interior Features

Appliances

RangeMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorWasherDryerDisposalHumidifier

Flooring

Hardwood

Heating

Natural GasForced Air

Cooling

Central Air

Basement

FinishedExterior EntryRec/Family AreaFull

Laundry

Gas Dryer HookupSink

Fireplace

Wood BurningGas Starter
Exterior & Lot

Construction

Cedar

Roof

Asphalt

Foundation

Concrete Perimeter

Patio & Porch

Patio
Utilities & Parking

Sewer

Public Sewer

Water Source

Public

Electric

200+ Amp Service

Parking

AsphaltGarage Door OpenerOn SiteGarage OwnedDetachedGarage
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$0
Not Applicable

HOA Includes

None

Community Features

ParkTennis Court(s)CurbsSidewalksStreet Paved
Schools
Elementary
Sheridan Elementary School
District: 67
Middle School
Deer Path Middle School
District: 67
High School
Lake Forest High School
District: 115
Tax & Financial
Annual Taxes
$15,062
Tax Year 2022
Monthly Tax Est.
$1,255
per month
Price per Sq Ft
$284
per square foot
Property Location

849 Summit Avenue, Lake Forest, IL 60045Lake County

$1,149,000
$284 / sqft
849 Summit Avenue
4 bd4 ba4,048 sqft
VL
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Top Glenview Agent

IL License 475.178467 · (847) 810-8438

Quick Facts
2 days on market
2-car garage
1 fireplace
0.150 acres
$15,062/yr taxes
$0 HOA (not applicable)
$7,294
estimated monthly payment
Principal & Interest
$6,038/mo
Property Tax
$1,255/mo
$1,149,000
20% — $229,800
3%50%
6.875%
3%12%
Loan Amount
$919,200
Down Payment
$229,800

* 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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