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$2,150,000
106 Days On Site

1280 Lawrence Avenue
Lake Forest, IL 60045

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
6
Beds
6
Total Baths
5
Full Baths
1
Partial Bath
5,389
SqFt
$399
/SqFt
1989
Built
Subdivision:
Arbor Ridge
County:
Lake
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of @properties Christie's International Real Estate
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Located in the highly sought-after Arbor Ridge neighborhood, this exceptional Cape Cod has undergone a comprehensive transformation by The Froelich Group, resulting in a home that feels virtually new while maintaining the timeless character and charm that make the neighborhood so desirable. Far beyond a cosmetic renovation, this extensive top-to-bottom rebuild involved reconfiguring the floor plan, relocating load-bearing walls, posts, and footings, replacing subfloors throughout much of the home, and adding two full bathrooms and a powder room. Nearly every surface has been thoughtfully upgraded with an unwavering commitment to quality craftsmanship and design. At the heart of the home is a spectacular chef's kitchen designed for both everyday living and entertaining. Custom cabinetry, exquisite quartzite countertops, high-end stainless steel appliances, two beverage refrigerators, and an oversized center island with seating and a prep sink create a space that is as functional as it is beautiful. The kitchen flows seamlessly into the breakfast area and family room beneath a dramatic architectural ceiling detail that enhances the sense of openness and light, while French doors provide direct access to the patio and backyard beyond. The remarkable scope of improvements continues throughout the home and includes beautifully appointed new bathrooms, a newly added powder room, a spacious mudroom/laundry room with custom built-ins, rich white oak hardwood flooring, custom millwork and trim, designer lighting, custom doors, all new tile work, fresh interior and exterior paint, and extensive electrical upgrades including new wiring, outlets, switches, and recessed lighting throughout. A versatile first-floor office with an ensuite bath offers flexibility as a guest suite or additional bedroom. Upstairs, four bedrooms include a luxurious primary retreat featuring a stunning new bathroom and two walk-in closets. Above the attached heated three-car garage with epoxy flooring, a private flexible suite with a full bath provides endless possibilities as a home office, fitness studio, recreation room, teen retreat, au pair suite, or guest quarters. The finished lower level offers exceptional additional living space, including a large media room, expansive recreation area, a beautifully updated full bathroom, and a second laundry room, creating the perfect space for entertaining, relaxing, and accommodating guests. Outside, the transformation is equally impressive. Professionally designed landscaping includes new trees, plantings, exterior lighting, a bluestone walkway, and a new patio, creating beautiful outdoor spaces that complement the home's exceptional interior. The result is a residence that combines the quality and attention to detail of a custom new build with the warmth, character, and established setting of one of Arbor Ridge's most coveted locations. Ideally located just steps from Everett Elementary School and Park, shopping, dining, and the Metra, this extraordinary home offers a rare opportunity to enjoy truly turnkey living in one of the area's most desirable neighborhoods.

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Listing Snapshot
PriceΒ 
$2,150,000
Days On SiteΒ 
106 Days
BedroomsΒ 
6
Inside Area (SqFt)Β 
5,389 sqft
Total BathsΒ 
6
Full BathsΒ 
5
Partial BathsΒ 
1
Lot SizeΒ 
0.4722 Acres
Year BuiltΒ 
1989
MLS NumberΒ 
12696225
StatusΒ 
Active
Property TaxΒ 
$22,267.98
HOA/Condo/Coop FeesΒ 
$100 monthly
Sq Ft SourceΒ 
Assessor
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
2 weeks agoListing updated with changes from the MLS
2 weeks agoStatus changed to Active
4 months agoListing first seen on site
General Features
AcresΒ 
0.4722
Attached GarageΒ 
Yes
Direction FacesΒ 
South
FoundationΒ 
Concrete Perimeter
GarageΒ 
Yes
Garage SpacesΒ 
3
ParkingΒ 
Garage Door OpenerHeated GarageAttachedGarageDriveway
Parking SpacesΒ 
3
Property Sub TypeΒ 
Single Family Residence
SewerΒ 
Public Sewer
StyleΒ 
Cape Cod
Interior Features
AppliancesΒ 
Double OvenDishwasherRefrigeratorWasherDryerDisposal
BasementΒ 
FinishedFull
CoolingΒ 
Central Air
FireplaceΒ 
Yes
Fireplace FeaturesΒ 
Family RoomLiving RoomWood Burning StoveGas LogGas StarterMasonry
FireplacesΒ 
2
FlooringΒ 
HardwoodCarpet
HeatingΒ 
Wood StoveNatural GasForced AirRadiantZonedRadiant Floor
InteriorΒ 
Entrance FoyerVaulted Ceiling(s)In-Law FloorplanWalk-In Closet(s)
Laundry FeaturesΒ 
Main Level
Window FeaturesΒ 
Skylight(s)
Bedroom 2Β 
Dimensions - 11X15Level - Second
Bedroom 3Β 
Dimensions - 15X12Level - Second
Bedroom 4Β 
Dimensions - 15X19Level - Second
Bedroom 5Β 
Dimensions - 20X31Level - Second
Bedroom 6Β 
Dimensions - 13X15Level - Main
Dining RoomΒ 
Dimensions - 14X12Level - Main
Family RoomΒ 
Dimensions - 24X20Level - Main
FoyerΒ 
Dimensions - 22X21Level - Main
KitchenΒ 
Dimensions - 27X13Level - Main
LaundryΒ 
Dimensions - 13X10Level - Main
Living RoomΒ 
Dimensions - 22X17Level - Main
Master BedroomΒ 
Dimensions - 22X21Level - Second
Media RoomΒ 
Dimensions - 14X28Level - Basement
Recreation RoomΒ 
Dimensions - 50X34Level - Basement
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Exterior Features
Construction DetailsΒ 
BrickCedar
Lot FeaturesΒ 
Landscaped
Patio And PorchΒ 
Patio
RoofΒ 
Shake
Windows/DoorsΒ 
Skylight(s)
Community Features
Association FeeΒ 
$1200.0
Association Fee FrequencyΒ 
Annually
Community FeaturesΒ 
CurbsSidewalksStreet Lights
MLS AreaΒ 
Lake Forest
School DistrictΒ 
Lake Forest High School
TownshipΒ 
West Deerfield
Schools
School District
Lake Forest High School
Elementary School
Everett Elementary School
Middle School
Deer Path Middle School
High School
Lake Forest High School
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of @properties Christie's International Real Estate



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