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901 Hawthorne Place

Lake Forest, IL 60045

4 beds
6 baths
4,926 sqft
~1 acre lot
$436 per sqft
1963 build
– on site

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Stunning newly redesigned home situated on 1.33 acres in a premier East Lake Forest Location. Blocks from the Lake and downtown Lake Forest, this stylish and comfortable home offers a rare and sought-after first-floor primary suite. A welcoming foyer flows to both an inviting dining room ideal for entertaining and living room with fireplace and French doors which lead to a beautiful bluestone patio. The spectacular kitchen with sizable island and top-of-the-line appliances includes tons of custom cabinetry, a large eating area with fireplace, plus a butler's pantry/bar with beverage center and ice maker. The sunny kitchen opens to an expansive family room with vaulted ceiling, floor to ceiling windows, center stone fireplace and French doors which bring another connection to the phenomenal outdoor living spaces. A cozy library/den with custom wall covering and custom built-in desk lends to the ideal retreat or workspace. The flexible floor plan includes a gracious first floor primary suite with sitting area, elegant bath and newly designed dressing room with custom millwork. The home boasts an additional first floor bedroom with en-suite bath. Two newly remodeled powder rooms, thoughtfully designed mudroom and large laundry room with custom cabinetry, sink plus additional desk area, complete the first floor. The staircase with leathered handrail leads to a large recreation/bonus room with charming dormer windows. Ideal space for all ages to relax or play games. The second floor is comprised of two large bedrooms, two updated bathrooms, enormous cedar closet and tons of additional storage. Perfection abounds, Mariani designed and installed new blue stone paths which connect outdoor spaces, stone retaining walls, a superb garden shed, garden beds, designated grilling area with gas line, lush lawn, and fire pit area. Additional unique features include an attached 3 car heated garage, 3 fireplaces, generator, lawn sprinkler system and more!

Listing courtesy of MRED / @properties Christie's International Real Estate as distributed by MLS GRID

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MLS# 11734013 —

The Building

Year Built:

1963
Rebuilt:

No
New Construction:

false
Architectural Style:

Cape Cod
Roof:

Asphalt
Basement:

Partial
Foundation Details:

Concrete Perimeter
Exterior Features:

Patio, Storms/Screens
Disability Access:

No
Other Equipment:

Humidifier, Central Vacuum, TV-Cable, Security System, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn, Radon Mitigation System, Generator
Total SqFt:

4926
Total SqFt:

4926
Main SqFt:

3875
Upper SqFt:

1051
Living Area Source:

Assessor

Interior

Room Type:

Den, Recreation Room, Foyer, Mud Room, Walk In Closet, Eating Area
Rooms Total:

11
Interior Features:

Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, Heated Floors, First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Laundry, First Floor Full Bath
Fireplaces Total:

3
Fireplace Features:

Wood Burning, Gas Log, Gas Starter
Fireplace Location:

Family Room,Living Room,Other
Laundry Features:

Sink

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

4926

Location

Directions:

Westminster, East of Sheridan - Left onto Hawthorne to 901
Location:

4564
Location:

4564

The Property

Parcel Number:

12284100060000
Property Type:

Residential
Lot Features:

Landscaped
Lot Size Dimensions:

177 X 319 X 175 X 343
Lot Size Acres:

1.33
Waterfront:

false
Additional Parcels:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2021
Tax Annual Amount:

30638.12

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

4
Bedrooms Possible:

4

Baths

Baths:

6
Full Baths:

4
Half Baths:

2

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:

Service - 400 Amp or Greater
Water Source:

Lake Michigan

Appliances

Appliances:

Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Disposal, Wine Refrigerator, Cooktop, Range Hood

Schools

Elementary School:

Sheridan 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

Community Features:

Street Lights
Association Fee Includes:

None
Association Fee Frequency:

Not Applicable
Master Assoc Fee Frequency:

Not Required

Parking

Garage Type:

Attached
Garage Spaces:

3
Garage Onsite:

Yes
Garage Ownership:

Owned

Extra Units

Other Structures:

Shed(s)

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Utility Costs

$238/mo.

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
7/18/23 Jul 18, 2023	Sold	MRED	$2,150,000	-9.5%
5/19/23 May 19, 2023	Sold Subject To Contingencies	MRED	$2,375,000
4/24/23 Apr 24, 2023	Price Changed	MRED	$2,375,000	-4.8%

House Sold on 7/18/2023

$2,150,000

Listing provided by broker:

Susan Amory Weninger

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

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901 Hawthorne Place

Lake Forest, IL 60045