544 Lexington Drive, Lake Forest, IL 60045

$1,625,000
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BEDS5 BATHS4 full 1 partial SQUARE FEET4,415 MLS#12768138
STATUSNew PROPERTY TYPEResidential - Single Family SCHOOLDistrict 115

Property Description

Exciting New Listing in the desirable Meadowood Neighborhood! Set peacefully against hundreds of acres of forest preserves and 9.7 miles of hiking and biking trails. This exceptional five-bedroom home offers a beautiful connection to the outdoors - with professionally landscaped gardens, mature trees, private in-ground pool, and western-facing sunsets that make the backyard especially captivating. Inside, the main level is designed for both gracious entertaining and everyday living. The open kitchen is outfitted with newer high-end ss appliances, including Sub Zero refrigerator, Wolf range and Bosch dishwasher. Complete with a breakfast area and walk-in pantry, the kitchen flows effortlessly into the inviting family room featuring custom built-in bookcases and a wood-burning fireplace with gas starter. The adjacent sun-filled sunroom features a wet bar with beverage fridge, skylights and walls of windows and doors opening directly to the expansive patio and pool, with sweeping views of the backyard and Middlefork Savanna. Separate formal dining room and living room with gas-burning fireplace provide elevated spaces for entertaining while a handsome study with built-in bookcases offers a refined setting for work or quiet retreat. A full bath with direct access to the pool is complemented by a convenient pool entry area with built-in storage for towels, swimwear, pool toys and such. Upstairs, five bedrooms provide exceptional flexibility for family and guests. The private primary suite offers a peaceful retreat, while four additional bedrooms accommodate family, guests or work-from-home needs. One bedroom enjoys an en-suite bath that also opens to the hallway, a second hall bath serves the remaining bedrooms. The fifth bedroom offers added versatility with an adjoing tandem room that can be tailored to suit your needs as a private guest area, study, playroom, craft room, homework space, or yoga room. The full basement is partially finished with a functional recreation room, dedicated wine closet, and large utility and storage room with newer washer and dryer. Beyond the home itself, this special neighborhood offers a true sense of community! From morning walks along the trails to sunset swims overlooking the gardens - this home offers a rare opportunity to live where nature, privacy and comfortable living converge.

544 Lexington Drive | MLS# 12768138

This single family home located at 544 Lexington Drive, Lake Forest, IL 60045 is currently listed for sale with an asking price of $1,625,000. This property was built in 1968 and has 5 bedrooms and 4 full and 1 partial baths with 4415 sq. ft. Lexington Drive is located within the District 115 school district. Search Lake Forest real estate on www.bhhscrosby.com today.

Property Features

Property Type: Residential - Single Family
Basement: Yes
Basement: Partially Finished, Full
Cooling: Central Air
Fireplaces: 2
Garage: 2
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Home Style: Colonial
Lot Size: 0.80 Acres
Roof Type: Asphalt
Taxes: $25,110
Year Built: 1968

Amenities

Vaulted Ceiling(s)
1st Floor Full Bath
Built-in Features
Walk-In Closet(s)
Separate Dining Room
Pantry

Feature Descriptions

Additional rooms: Bedroom 5,Breakfast Room, Other Room, Sitting Room, Pantry, Recreation Room, Foyer, Office, Storage
Additional Structures: Shed(s)
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Humidifier
Association Includes: None
Bath Features: Separate Shower, Double Sink
Dining Room: Separate
Exterior: Aluminum Siding
Fireplace: Wood Burning, Gas Log, Gas Starter
Fireplace Location(s): Family Room, Living Room
Lot: Landscaped, Mature Trees
Lot Dimensions: 100X270
Other Equipment: CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Backup Sump Pump;
Parcel#: 12311010030000
Parking: Asphalt, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Sewer: Public Sewer
Total Rooms: 13
Township: Shields
Water: Lake Michigan

Room Sizes

Bedroom 5: 14X13
Breakfast Room: 11X10
Other Room: 17X10
Sitting Room: 21X19
Pantry: 6X5
Recreation Room: 39X36
Foyer: 25X19
Office: 16X14
Storage: 6X7
Bedroom 2: 14X10
Bedroom 3: 15X10
Bedroom 4: 14X11
Dining Room: 15X14
Family Room: 22X14
Kitchen: 20X19
Living Room: 15X28
Primary Bedroom: 15X17

Local Schools

High School: Lake Forest High School
Middle School: Deer Path Middle School
Elementary School: Everett Elementary School
School District: District 115

Listed By / Shown By

Listed By

Agency Name: Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
Agency Phone: 312-751-0300

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$ 6,183.00 per month $3,616.55 Principal & Interest $2,092.50 Property Tax $473.96 Homeowner's Insurance

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