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$1,045,000
27 Days On Site

1557 Cavell Avenue
Highland Park, IL 60035

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active Under Contract
5
Beds
4
Total Baths
3
Full Baths
1
Partial Bath
4,092
SqFt
$255
/SqFt
1948
Built
County:
Lake
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of Baird & Warner

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Escape to your own private nature retreat! Nestled on a beautifully large wooded 1/3-acre corner lot in coveted Sherwood Forest. This exceptional 4092 sq ft home offers the perfect blend of space, comfort, and versatility to fit today's lifestyle, including 2 potential home offices, an upscale Primary Bathroom, and lots of storage space. The home welcomes you with warmth and charm. Natural light floods its big picture windows from its desirable south and west exposures. The spacious living room features a cozy wood-burning fireplace, while the elegant dining room, with French Doors, provides the ideal setting for memorable gatherings. A comfortable family room offers an inviting space to relax, and the updated kitchen is thoughtfully designed Enjoy the beauty of every season from the fabulous screened porch, where you can unwind while overlooking the tranquil surroundings. Also on the main level is a flexible bedroom or home office, conveniently located adjacent to a full bath. A New mudroom is right off the 2 1/2 car attached garage. Upstairs, the expansive primary suite serves as a true private retreat. This luxurious space includes a recently renovated spa-inspired bathroom, a separate dressing area with abundant closet space, and a versatile bonus room perfect for a sitting room, nursery, home office, or fitness space. Three additional generously sized bedrooms and an updated hall bath complete the second floor. The newly refinished basement expands your living space with a recreation room, utility room, and ample storage. Ideally located in a sought-after neighborhood with the choice of attending either Highland Park or Deerfield High Schools, this one-of-a-kind home combines peaceful natural surroundings with outstanding convenience. Don't miss this rare opportunity to make this exceptional property your own! See Home Improvement List under Additional Information.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$1,045,000
Days On Site 
27 Days
Bedrooms 
5
Inside Area (SqFt) 
4,092 sqft
Total Baths 
4
Full Baths 
3
Partial Baths 
1
Lot Size 
0.3 Acres
Year Built 
1948
MLS® Number 
12735830
Status 
Active Under Contract
Property Tax 
$19,300.14
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Plans
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
2 weeks agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
2 weeks agoStatus changed to Active Under Contract
4 weeks agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
0.3
Attached Garage 
Yes
Direction Faces 
West
Foundation 
Concrete Perimeter
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
2
Parking 
AsphaltGarage Door OpenerOtherAttachedGarage
Parking Spaces 
2
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Public Sewer
SqFt Below 
526
SqFt Total 
3566
Style 
Other
Interior Features
Appliances 
Double OvenDishwasherRefrigeratorWasherDryerDisposalCooktop
Basement 
Partially FinishedPartial
Cooling 
Central Air
Electric 
Circuit Breakers
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Living RoomWood Burning
Fireplaces 
1
Flooring 
Hardwood
Heating 
Natural GasForced Air
Interior 
Granite Counters
Bedroom 2 
Dimensions - 16X10Level - Second
Bedroom 3 
Dimensions - 15X13Level - Second
Bedroom 4 
Dimensions - 20X12Level - Second
Bedroom 5 
Dimensions - 15X12Level - Main
Bonus Room 
Dimensions - 17X12Level - Second
Dining Room 
Dimensions - 17X14Level - Main
Family Room 
Dimensions - 20X18Level - Main
Kitchen 
Dimensions - 15X10Level - MainDescription - Eating Area-Breakfast Bar,Granite Counters,Updated Kitchen
Laundry 
Dimensions - 16X10Level - Basement
Living Room 
Dimensions - 26X16Level - Main
Master Bedroom 
Dimensions - 15X13Level - Second
Recreation Room 
Dimensions - 19X18Level - Basement
Screened Porch 
Dimensions - 17X12Level - Main
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
BrickFrame
Lot Features 
Wooded
Patio And Porch 
ScreenedPatio
Roof 
Asphalt
Community Features
MLS Area 
Highland Park
School District 
Highland Park High School
Township 
Moraine
Schools
School District
Highland Park High School
Elementary School
Sherwood Elementary School
Middle School
Edgewood Middle School
High School
Highland Park High School
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of Baird & Warner



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