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5 W Louis Avenue

Lake Forest, IL 60045

4 beds
3 baths
2,658 sqft
12,763 sqft lot
$259 per sqft
1971 build
– on site

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This beautifully updated home in desirable H.O. Stone is the very definition of move-in ready! The homeowners have been diligently preparing the home for sale and it shows. Improvements made within the past year include a completely new kitchen with new white cabinets, quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances, refinished hardwood flooring throughout the 1st floor, an updated 1st floor laundry room, a new roof & gutters, new carpet in the basement, and a fresh coat of paint throughout the house (including the garage) AND on the exterior. Additional amenities include a fenced backyard, a large recreation/playroom in the basement with an abundance of storage, a spacious Master Suite, generous-sized bedrooms, and a nice, open flow between the kitchen, breakfast area, and family room. With 4 bedrooms, 2.1 baths, a 1st floor office, and over 3,000 sq. ft. of finished living space all in a marvelous, established neighborhood, this home is a wonderful opportunity for folks looking to get into Lake Forest and take advantage of its low taxes, great schools, beautiful beach, lovely downtown, and plentiful parks and Open Lands. Located east of US 41 in a private cul-de-sac, there is easy access to schools, the Lake Forest East & Ft. Sheridan Metra stations, downtown Lake Forest & Highwood, and multiple highways. Just move right in and enjoy!

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

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MLS# 11006459 —

The Building

Year Built:

1971
Rebuilt:

No
New Construction:

false
Direction Faces:

North
Roof:

Rubber
Basement:

Partial
Foundation Details:

Concrete Perimeter
Exterior Features:

Patio
Disability Access:

No
Other Equipment:

Humidifier,TV-Cable,Security System,Ceiling Fan(s),Sump Pump,Backup Sump Pump;
Living Area Source:

Assessor

Interior

Room Type:

Foyer,Office,Recreation Room,Utility Room-Lower Level,Walk In Closet
Rooms Total:

10
Interior Features:

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

1
Fireplace Features:

Wood Burning
Fireplace Location:

Family Room
Laundry:

Vinyl
Laundry:

Main Level
Laundry:

10X6
Laundry Features:

Sink

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

2658

Location

Directions:

Old Elm Rd to Buena Rd. North on Buena Rd to Louis Ave. West on Louis Ave to home.
Location:

4564
Location:

3750

The Property

Parcel Number:

16082060040000
Property Type:

Residential
Lot Features:

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

75X170
Lot Size Acres:

0.293
Lot Size Source:

County Records
Waterfront:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2019
Tax Annual Amount:

10536.96

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

4
Bedrooms Possible:

4

Baths

Baths:

3
Full Baths:

2
Half Baths:

1

The Listing

Short Sale:

Not Applicable
Special Listing Conditions:

List Broker Must Accompany

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Natural Gas,Forced Air
Cooling:

Central Air

Utilities

Sewer:

Public Sewer
Electric:

200+ Amp Service
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Range,Microwave,Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer,Disposal,Stainless Steel Appliance(s),Electric Cooktop

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

Subdivision Name:

H.O. Stone
Community Features:

Curbs,Street Paved
Association Fee Includes:

None
Association Fee Frequency:

Not Applicable
Master Assoc Fee Frequency:

Not Required

Parking

Garage Type:

Attached
Garage Spaces:

2
Garage Onsite:

Yes
Garage Ownership:

Owned

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
5/14/21 May 14, 2021	Sold	MRED	$690,000	-4.8%
3/12/21 Mar 12, 2021	Sold Subject To Contingencies	MRED	$725,000
3/1/21 Mar 1, 2021	Listed / Active	MRED	$725,000

House Sold on 5/14/2021

$690,000

Listing provided by broker:

Jeffrey Folker

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5 W Louis Avenue

Lake Forest, IL 60045