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  • $800,000

    1165 Fairview Ave, Lake Forest, IL 60045

    3beds
    --sqft
    : 
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1986
    0.33 Acres Lot
    $805,900 Zestimate®
    $--/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Charming gas fireplaceFully finished basementUpdated powder bathroomNewly updated hall bathroomSpa-like bathroomWhite quartz countertopsLuxurious primary suite
    Luxury NorthShore living at its finest in this sophisticated move-in ready Lake Forest home. Elevated both in location and renovated design, this fully remodeled home offers 3 well-appointed bedrooms and 2.2 bathrooms, including a finished basement. Find yourself greeted by an inviting open concept floor plan and foyer that leads seamlessly into the bright kitchen and living/dining spaces with newer hardwood floors and expansive open windows throughout the entire home that give you views of your private backyard from every direction. In the heart of the home is the stylish and re-designed chef's kitchen, which features upgraded cabinetry, sleek stainless-steel appliances, white quartz countertops, a professional-grade gas cooktop, and access to the back deck. The spacious sun-drenched living room has its own charming gas fireplace with an adjoining dedicated dining area and multiple-door access to the backyard, creating an ideal space for relaxing or entertaining. You'll also find an updated powder bathroom and mudroom with custom cubbies that lead into an oversized attached 2-car garage, which has access to generous attic storage and door access to the side yard/backyard. Upstairs a luxurious primary suite awaits you - a spa-like bathroom that includes dual vanity sinks with marble countertops and 2 skylights, plus 2 custom-built walk-in closets. 2 additional guest bedrooms, each with their own generous closet space, also share a newly updated hall bathroom complete with a large dual vanity and marble countertop, skylight, and tub/shower combo. For those seeking an additional living and entertainment space, there is a fully finished basement complete with an additional 4th bedroom/flex space, a speakeasy-like bar, powder bathroom, and laundry room equipped with a newer Whirlpool High-Efficiency washer and dryer. Step outside to the luscious, expansive, and secluded fenced backyard, an entertainer's paradise with a large composite deck, firepit, treehouse, and shed. There's also a new concrete patio space for grilling and an extended side yard. This beautiful home offers a lifestyle of ease and accessibility, with its proximity to 2 Metra train stations, upscale shopping, 200 acres of developed parks, top rated schools, delightful restaurants and numerous scenic nature trails with close access to a 29-acre private beach along Lake Michigan. Renovations Completed: 2016 roof; 2019 AC/furnace, compression-sealed doors and windows; 2019-2020 all interiors; 2022 asphalt driveway; 2023 side fences and professional landscaping; 2024 concrete patio/sidewalk, sump pump, and dishwasher.
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    Likely to sell faster than

    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: April 15, 2025 at 05:51pm

    Listing courtesy of:

    Alexander Caras 312-521-9524,

    Magellan Marketing Group LLC,

    Chad Caras,

    Magellan Marketing Group LLC

    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12334966MLS Logo
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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 2
    Rooms
    • Room types: Foyer, Bonus Room
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds), Bathroom (Full)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 192 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 16X12
    Bedroom 2
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 144 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 12X12
    Bedroom 3
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 132 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 12X11
    Bonus room
    • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
    • Level: Basement
    • Area: 121 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 11X11
    Dining room
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 144 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 12X12
    Foyer
    • Features: Flooring (Porcelain Tile)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 96 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 12X8
    Kitchen
    • Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Pantry-Closet), Flooring (Porcelain Tile), Window Treatments (Blinds)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 204 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 17X12
    Laundry
    • Features: Flooring (Porcelain Tile), Window Treatments (Blinds)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 48 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 12X4
    Living room
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 299 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 23X13
    Heating
    • Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop, Oven, Range Hood
    • Laundry: Laundry Closet
    Features
    • Walk-In Closet(s)
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    • Doors: French Doors, Sliding Glass Door(s)
    • Windows: Insulated Windows, Skylight(s)
    • Basement: Finished,Full
    • Attic: Pull Down Stair
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Gas Log, Living Room
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 4
    • Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Owned, Garage
    • Attached garage spaces: 2
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: No Disability Access
    Features
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Deck
    • Fencing: Fenced,Wood
    Lot
    • Size: 0.33 Acres
    • Dimensions: 95.75 X 167.5 X 96.1 X 167.3
    • Features: Landscaped, Mature Trees
    Details
    • Additional structures: Shed(s)
    • Parcel number: 16082120130000
    • Special conditions: None

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Colonial
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1986
    • Major remodel year: 2019

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Park
    HOA
    • Services included: None
    Location
    • Region: Lake Forest

    Financial & listing details

    • Tax assessed value: $399,159
    • Annual tax amount: $7,637
    • Date on market: 4/10/2025
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
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