5153 Farwell Avenue, Skokie, Illinois 60077


$1,500,000

Sold
Status: Closed
Sqft: 3,935
Cost/Sqft: $368
Beds: 7
Baths: 7
Year Built: 2002
Property Taxes: $18,870
Lot Size: 0,19

Description

Your search ends here! Stunning curb appeal, exceptional outdoor living, and a remarkably spacious interior define this extensively updated brick home offering 7 bedrooms, 6.5 bathrooms, approximately 3,935 square feet above grade, plus a beautifully finished basement providing substantial additional living space. Professional landscaping and hardscape by Chalet enhance the home's striking exterior and create an impressive first impression. Step inside to an expansive, light-filled layout showcasing gleaming hardwood floors, generous room sizes, beautifully updated bathrooms, and architectural details throughout. At the heart of the home, the spacious kitchen is equally suited for everyday living and entertaining, featuring beautiful quartzite countertops, abundant cabinetry, a subway tile backsplash, large center island, stainless steel appliances, dedicated ice maker, large walk-in pantry, generous prep space, and ample table space for casual dining. The main level offers multiple living and entertaining spaces along with a convenient powder room and a private first-floor bedroom featuring its own beautifully updated ensuite bathroom with a luxurious walk-in shower, creating an ideal arrangement for guests or extended family. Adding to the home's thoughtful and functional layout are two separate laundry areas, with one conveniently located on the first floor and a second upstairs. The impressive primary suite is a true retreat, featuring a vaulted ceiling, separate sitting area, dual closets, and a spacious private ensuite bathroom. The upper level offers outstanding bedroom-to-bathroom access, including an additional bedroom with its own private full ensuite bathroom and two separate Jack-and-Jill bathrooms serving the remaining bedrooms. The beautifully finished basement significantly expands the home's living and entertaining space, featuring a dedicated media room with a wet bar and attached full bathroom, along with an oversized recreation area with plenty of room for entertaining, games, fitness, or additional everyday living. Ample basement storage adds even more functionality. Outside, the backyard is every bit as impressive as the interior. Surrounded by composite fencing, the professional Chalet landscaping and hardscape create an inviting outdoor setting. An expansive patio is built for entertaining with built-in grills, a gas fireplace, and multiple areas for dining, gathering, and relaxing. Even the attached 2-car garage has been thoughtfully finished with epoxy flooring and retractable overhead storage shelving. Additional highlights include a whole-house generator and a whole-home UniFi WiFi and exterior camera system wired to a central equipment rack with battery backup. Ideally located close to schools, parks, shopping, and dining, with convenient access to Metra and the Edens Expressway. Offering nearly 4,000 square feet above grade plus substantial finished basement living space, beautifully designed indoor and outdoor entertaining areas, and thoughtful updates throughout, this home delivers an impressive combination of space, comfort, functionality, and design. Floor plans in photos. Schedule a showing today.

Property Specifics

Single Family
—
Colonial
2002
Finished, Full
1,608
Brick, Cedar
Asphalt
—
No
0.19
Cook
—
— / Not Applicable
None
Public
Public Sewer
Central Air, Zoned
Gas, Forced Air
12770030
10332280430000

Nearby Schools

NAME: DISTRICT: DISTANCE:
High School
Niles West High School
219 Not in DB


Room Specifics

All Bedroom Info:
Total Bedrooms: 7
Bedrooms Above Ground: 7
Bedrooms Below Ground: 0
Master Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: 22X14
Location: 2nd Level
Floor Type: Hardwood
Second Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: 15X17
Location: 2nd Level
Floor Type: Hardwood
Third Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: 13X16
Location: 2nd Level
Floor Type: Hardwood
Fourth Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: 15X15
Location: 2nd Level
Floor Type: Hardwood
Bathroom Info:
Full Bathrooms: 7
Partial Bathrooms: 1
Bathroom Amenities: Whirlpool, Separate Shower, Double Sink
Bathroom in Basement: 1
Dining Room Info:
Dimensions: 16X13
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: Hardwood
Kitchen Info:
Dimensions: 14X14
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: Hardwood
Features: Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Pantry-Butler, Pantry-Walk-in
Laundry Room Info:
Dimensions: 8X7
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: Ceramic Tile
Living Room Info:
Dimensions: 16X15
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: Hardwood
Family Room Info:
Dimensions: 20X15
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: Hardwood
Additional Rooms Info:
Rooms: Bedroom 5, Loft, Bedroom 6, Recreation Room, Bedroom 7, Media Room, Foyer, Storage, Pantry, Walk In Closet
Basement: Finished, Full
First Additional Room Info:
Name: Bedroom 5
Dimensions: 10X13
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: Hardwood
Second Additional Room Info:
Name: Loft
Dimensions: 14X8
Location: 2nd Level
Floor Type: Hardwood
Third Additional Room Info:
Name: Bedroom 6
Dimensions: 11X14
Location: 2nd Level
Floor Type: Hardwood
Fourth Additional Room Info:
Name: Recreation Room
Dimensions: 31X34
Location: Basement
Floor Type: Vinyl
Fifth Additional Room Info:
Name: Bedroom 7
Dimensions: 11X15
Location: 2nd Level
Floor Type: Hardwood
Sixth Additional Room Info:
Name: Media Room
Dimensions: 15X16
Location: Basement
Floor Type: Vinyl
Seventh Additional Room Info:
Name: Foyer
Dimensions: 16X13
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: Tile
Eighth Additional Room Info:
Name: Storage
Dimensions: 17X13
Location: Basement
Floor Type: —
Ninth Additional Room Info:
Name: Pantry
Dimensions: 5X4
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: Hardwood
Tenth Additional Room Info:
Name: Walk In Closet
Dimensions: 6X8
Location: 2nd Level
Floor Type: Hardwood

Other Specifics

2
Concrete Perimeter
Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Main Level, Upper Level, In Unit, Multiple Locations
Hardwood
Patio
Fenced
Outdoor Grill
Corner Lot, Landscaped, Wooded
66X124
Full
Full
Cathedral Ceiling(s), Wet Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood, Humidifier
Not in DB
Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
—
Gas Starter

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