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818 Valley RD Lake Forest, IL 60045

6 Beds

3.5 Baths

3,008 SqFt

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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Detached Single

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 3,008 sqft

Price per Sqft $349

MLS Listing ID 12643602

Style Colonial

Bedrooms 6

Full Baths 3

Half Baths 1

Year Built 1966

Annual Tax Amount $14,967

Tax Year 2025

Lot Size 0.430 Acres

Lot Dimensions 91X208

Property Sub-Type Detached Single

Property Description

Welcome to this beautifully updated Colonial offering over 4,300 square feet of finished living space on nearly a half-acre in one of Lake Forest's most desirable neighborhoods. Perfectly situated near walking paths, ponds, and Lake Forest Open Lands trails, this exceptional home combines timeless charm with extensive modern upgrades and an unbeatable lifestyle. Significant investment has been made by the current owners to thoughtfully transform and enhance this beautiful family home inside and out. A large covered front porch welcomes you into a warm and inviting interior featuring refinished hardwood floors throughout the main level, fresh interior paint, updated lighting, and a stunning two-sided fireplace. The spacious eat-in kitchen has been refreshed with newly refinished cabinetry, updated hardware, and newer appliances including the range, microwave, dishwasher, and dryer. The beautifully renovated family room is designed for entertaining, complete with a high-end custom bar area and seamless access to the newly redesigned outdoor living spaces. In 2024, the backyard underwent a complete transformation with the removal of the old deck and installation of an expansive raised brick paver patio, firepit area, regrading, and newly created side pathways. Upstairs offers five spacious bedrooms and two updated full baths, including a generous primary suite with an oversized walk-in closet area. The fully finished basement adds over 1,300 square feet of exceptional living space and was completely built out from unfinished space in 2023/2024. Highlights include a large sixth bedroom with new egress window, a luxurious full bath with all-new plumbing, recreation and family room with plumbing for a future wet bar, gym area, new windows throughout, and abundant storage space. Additional major improvements include a new AC unit, new garage door and opener, upgraded 1.5-inch water service, directional boring and underground storm sewer connection for sump pump runoff, extensive hardscaping, and removal of several large trees to enhance natural light and improve safety. Enjoy everything Lake Forest has to offer, including the nearby 26-acre lakefront for swimming, boating, biking, and walking, as well as Elawa Farm's beloved farm-to-table market featuring fresh produce, baked goods, and flowers. Conveniently located just blocks from US-41, less than two miles from the Fort Sheridan Metra station, and only minutes from Lake Forest Beach. An incredible combination of space, updates, location, and lifestyle.

Location

State IL

County Lake

Area Lake Forest

Rooms

Basement Unfinished, Full

Interior

Interior Features Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)

Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air

Cooling Central Air

Flooring Hardwood

Fireplaces Number 1

Fireplaces Type Double Sided

Fireplace Y

Appliance Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

Laundry Main Level, Sink

Exterior

Garage Spaces 2.0

Community Features Park, Tennis Court(s), Lake, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Paved

Roof Type Asphalt

Building

Lot Description Corner Lot, Mature Trees

Dwelling Type Detached Single

Building Description Brick,Wood Siding, No

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Lake Michigan, Public

Level or Stories 2 Stories

Structure Type Brick,Wood Siding

New Construction false

Schools

Elementary Schools Cherokee Elementary School

Middle Schools Deer Path Middle School

High Schools Lake Forest High School

School District 67 , 67, 115

Others

HOA Fee Include None

Ownership Fee Simple

Special Listing Condition None

Listed by Elizabeth de Wet of Jameson Sotheby's International Realty

Christine Smith

Broker | License ID: 475.152.617

+1(815) 978-6519 | openingdoors@teamlunde.com

Christine Smith

818 Valley RD Lake Forest, IL 60045

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