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254 Butler Drive

Lake Forest, IL 60045

4 beds
5 baths
5,651 sqft
~2 acre lot
$357 per sqft
1994 build
– on site

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Gorgeous custom designed home with 7,600 square feet of beautifully finished space! Enjoy this fabulous location on 1.66 private acres in east Lake Forest on a cul-de-sac near town, schools, and parks. TOTALLY UPDATED throughout with a walkout lower level that makes entertaining a dream! The amazing lower level was just completed with a wet bar, full bath, masonry fireplace and built-ins. It provides easy access to the pool, bluestone terraces and newer outdoor kitchen. Elegant gourmet kitchen with high-end appliances, designer finishes, custom cabinetry, quartzite countertops, pantry and breakfast area that overlook the spectacular grounds with amazing sunsets! Stunning living room with cathedral ceilings, abundant natural light, limestone fireplace and exquisite lighting. The dining room opens to the sunroom and living room. The incredible family room with stone fireplace opens to the kitchen, handsome library with coffered ceiling and fireplace, exterior terraces and back stair. High ceilings, gleaming hardwood floors, custom designer finishes and draperies throughout! The luxurious bathrooms have been beautifully updated. The fabulous new lower level includes a bedroom, full bath, second family room, and recreation room updated this year. Durable, low-maintenance construction with brick walls and a slate roof with copper gutters and flashings. 5,700 SF above grade with 2,000+ additional SF of finished space in the walkout lower level along with an additional 1,500 SF of unfinished storage with high ceilings. Stunning details with custom millwork and closets, a 3.5 car garage with built-in cabinetry, epoxy floors, and storage. Spacious, well-appointed rooms with French doors, transom windows, newer mechanicals and many new windows. A superior home in a very desirable location with easy access to everything! Just steps to Lake Forest Country Day School. Perfection!

Listing courtesy of MRED / @properties as distributed by MLS GRID

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MLS# 10991493 —

The Building

Year Built:

1994
Rebuilt:

No
New Construction:

false
Direction Faces:

East
Roof:

Slate
Basement:

Full,Walkout
Foundation Details:

Concrete Perimeter
Exterior Features:

Patio,Pool In-Ground,Outdoor Grill
Disability Access:

No
Other Equipment:

Humidifier,Central Vacuum,TV Antenna,Security System,Ceiling Fan(s),Sump Pump,Sprinkler-Lawn,Air Purifier,Backup Sump Pump;
Living Area Source:

Assessor

Interior

Room Type:

Bedroom 5,Breakfast Room,Foyer,Library,Recreation Room,Sitting Room,Sun Room
Rooms Total:

13
Interior Features:

Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings,Hardwood Floors,1st Floor Laundry,Walk-In Closet(s)
Fireplaces Total:

4
Fireplace Features:

Wood Burning,Gas Starter
Fireplace Location:

Family Room,Living Room,Basement,Other
Laundry:

Terracotta
Laundry:

Main Level
Laundry:

9X5
Laundry Features:

Gas Dryer Hookup,Sink

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

5651

Location

Directions:

Westleigh east of US41 to Butler Dr, north to house in cul-de-sac
Location:

4564
Location:

4459

The Property

Parcel Number:

16041020250000
Property Type:

Residential
Location:

N
Lot Features:

Cul-De-Sac,Irregular Lot,Landscaped,Mature Trees
Lot Size Dimensions:

194.13X184.12X289.99X225
Lot Size Acres:

1.66
Rural:

N
Waterfront:

false
Additional Parcels:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2019
Tax Annual Amount:

39817.3

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

4
Bedrooms Possible:

5

Baths

Baths:

5
Full Baths:

4
Half Baths:

1

The Listing

Short Sale:

Not Applicable
Special Listing Conditions:

None

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Natural Gas,Forced Air,Zoned
Cooling:

Central Air,Zoned

Utilities

Sewer:

Public Sewer
Electric:

400 Amp Service or Greater
Water Source:

Lake Michigan

Appliances

Appliances:

Double Oven,Microwave,Dishwasher,High End Refrigerator,Freezer,Washer,Dryer,Disposal,Wine Refrigerator,Range Hood

Schools

Elementary School:

Cherokee Elementary School
Elementary School District:

67
Middle Or Junior School:

Deer Path Middle School
Middle Or Junior School District:

67
High School:

Lake Forest High School
High School District:

115

The Community

Association Fee Includes:

None
Association Fee Frequency:

Not Applicable
Master Assoc Fee Frequency:

Not Required

Parking

Garage Type:

Attached
Garage Spaces:

3.5
Garage Onsite:

Yes
Garage Ownership:

Owned

Extra Units

Other Structures:

Outdoor Kitchen

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Utility Costs

$208/mo.

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
5/3/21 May 3, 2021	Sold	MRED	$2,017,500	-8.3%
3/4/21 Mar 4, 2021	Sold Subject To Contingencies	MRED	$2,200,000
2/9/21 Feb 9, 2021	Listed / Active	MRED	$2,200,000	19.7% (2.4% / YR)

House Sold on 5/3/2021

$2,017,500

Listing provided by broker:

Ann Lyon

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254 Butler Drive

Lake Forest, IL 60045