970 James Court, Lake Forest, Illinois 60045


$1,725,000

Sold
Status: Closed
Sqft: 4,411
Cost/Sqft: $407
Beds: 4
Baths: 5
Year Built: 2001
Property Taxes: $20,658
Days On Market: 999
Lot Size: 0,53
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Description

Welcome to Everett Farms! This remarkable enclave, developed in conjunction with Lake Forest Open Lands, provides the most tranquil and natural environment. Offered, is a lovely English country home overlooking 30 acres of open space and walking trails. You are welcomed to a gracious foyer and will immediately note the quality workmanship and finishes that went into the construction of this home. Lovely formal living and dining rooms flank the foyer. An exceptional, privately situated library with fireplace and lovely views, provides the perfect home office. A sparkling newer white kitchen features quartzite counters with high end appliances, plus a large island with counter seating. The kitchen opens to a spacious breakfast area which flows directly to the very warm and inviting family room. The breakfast room provides access to the patios. There is a terrific back hall mudroom area, with laundry room and large coat and pantry closet. Hardwood floors or limestone floors are found throughout the first floor. A full bath, off the foyer, serves as a guest powder room. A handsome staircase with iron balustrades leads to the upper living area. The primary suite is wonderfully spacious with trayed ceiling and gas log fireplace. The newer remodeled bath features heated floors, gorgeous large spa shower, Jason air tub, double vanities and a very well organized closet room. The second bedroom provides a private bath with a large shower and double closets. The third bedroom has an adjacent cozy reading room and shares a nice Jack & Jill with the fourth bedroom. The beautifully finished lower level provides great recreation space, media area, a full bath and ample storage areas. ALSO WORTH NOTING: Cedar shake roof was new in 2020. HVAC units (2) approx. 5 years old. Washer and dryer approx. 5 years old. Three car garage with epoxy flooring. Exceptional bluestone patio with pergola and firepit with built in seating. Gorgeous landscaping frames the views of open space. Whole house gas generator. Sprinkler and alarm systems. Asphalt driveway replaced two years ago. There is so much to love about this meticulously maintained home. Topping it off with a wonderfully convenient location, providing easy access to highways, shopping, Everett Elementary School and park, makes it a perfect 10!

Property Specifics

Single Family
2001
No
0.53
Lake
975 / Annual
11721097
16182030320000

Nearby Schools

NAME: DISTRICT: DISTANCE:
Grade School
Everett Elementary School
67
Middle School
Deer Path Middle School
67 Not in DB
High School
Lake Forest High School
115 Not in DB

Property History

DATE: EVENT: PRICE: SOURCE:
5 May, 2023 Sold $1,725,000 MRED MLS
26 Feb, 2023 Under contract $1,795,000 MRED MLS
17 Feb, 2023 Listed for sale $1,795,000 MRED MLS

Room Specifics

All Bedroom Info:
Total Bedrooms: 4
Bedrooms Above Ground: 4
Bedrooms Below Ground: 0
Second Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: —
Location: —
Floor Type: —
Third Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: —
Location: —
Floor Type: —
Fourth Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: —
Location: —
Floor Type: —
Bathroom Info:
Full Bathrooms: 5
Partial Bathrooms: 0
Bathroom Amenities: Whirlpool,Double Sink,Soaking Tub
Bathroom in Basement: 1
Additional Rooms Info:
Rooms: —
Basement: —
Basement Description: Finished

Other Specifics

3
Asphalt
163X150X156X91
Not in DB

Tax History

Year Property Taxes
2023 $20,658

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