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1229 Alvin Court

Glenview, IL 60025
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Bath 4

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Nestled on a picturesque cul-de-sac in Swainwood, 1229 Alvin Court combines timeless charm with exceptional living space. This beautifully maintained home offers 5 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, thoughtfully designed for comfortable family living and effortless entertaining on a 1/3 of an acre. A welcoming center-entry foyer introduces the home's classic character. The spacious living room features hardwood floors, plantation shutters, a fireplace, custom built-ins, and a dry bar. The formal dining room is equally inviting with hardwood floors, corner built-ins, and a custom chandelier. The light and airy kitchen offers hardwood floors, custom cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a sunny eat-in table area. The warm and inviting family room showcases knotty pine paneling and buil t-ins, while a charming sun porch provides the perfect spot to relax and enjoy views of the backyard. Upstairs, the primary suite features hardwood floors, a newer bath, a walk-in closet, and beautiful treetop views. The second bedroom includes a private ensuite bath and walk-in closet, while three additional spacious bedrooms share a beautifully updated hall bath. The fully finished basement adds valuable recreation and entertaining space with extensive counter space for hosting family and friends. Storage is plentiful, including an attic with convenient pull-down stairs and ample storage space in the basement. Ideally located within walking distance to parks, pool, shopping, restaurants, train and library, the home provides easy access to everything Glenview has to offer, 1229 Alvin Court is a wonderful place to call home. District 34 and 225.

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $1,875,000

AD Id : 88249024

MLS Id : MRD12701443

Beds : 5

Year Built : 1942

Garage : 2

County : Cook

Subdivision: Swainwood

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total Bedroom: 5 Room Types: Bedroom 5, Screened Porch, Foyer, Recreation Room, Storage

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 4 Full Baths: 3 Half Baths: 1

    Room Information

    Rooms Total: 10

    Interior Features

    Dry Bar, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s) Roof: Asphalt Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator

    Roofing Information

    Asphalt
  • Flooring Information

    Flooring: Hardwood Construction Materials: Stone, Other
  • Heating & Cooling

    Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air Cooling: Central Air WaterSource: Lake Michigan

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1942

  • Lot Information

    Lot Dimensions: 114x113x92x98x22 Lot Description: Corner Lot, Cul-De-Sac, Landscaped Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre

    Property Information

    Property Type: Residential Style: Colonial Sub Type: Detached Single Type Detached: 2 Stories

  • Listing Price Information

    Original List Price:$1875000

  • Tax Information

    Annual Tax: $20000.99 Tax Year: 2024 Parcel Number: 04342040470000 Tax Exemption: Homeowner,Senior

  • Parking Information

    Total Parking: 2 Asphalt, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage

    Garage Information

    Garage Space: 2

    Homeowners Association Information

    Included Fees: None

  • School Information

    Elementary School: Lyon Elementary School Junior High School: Springman Middle School Senior High School: Glenbrook South High School
  • Utility Information

    Sewer: Public Sewer Water Source: Lake Michigan
  • Location Information

    Subdivision: Swainwood City: Glenview Direction: Waukegan Rd to Harlem, Harlem turns into Lehigh, go to Spruce, left on Spruce, left on Alvin to 1229
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MLS: MRED #12701443 LISTED BY: Kathleen Doron, Coldwell Banker Realty 847-724-5800 SOURCE: Midwest Real Estate Data LLC (MRED) (Listings courtesy of Midwest Real Estate Data LLC (MRED) as distributed by MLS GRID)

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