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1520 Telegraph Road

Lake Forest, IL 60045

$1,600,000 $6,745/Mo

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Overview

Bed

Bath

4,073

Sqft

1.08

Acres(Lot)

Description

Over an acre of tranquil, park-like grounds sets the stage for this shingle-style home built in 1935 and expanded in 2005 by Downey & Goldberg Architects. Mindfully updated while preserving its character, the home reflects an Arts and Crafts influence through its design and materiality. Original fireplaces, solid wood doors, hardwood floors, and finely crafted millwork are complemented by a rich palette of granite, slate, soapstone, and limestone finishes in over 4,000 sq. ft. with additional 910-sq. ft. partially finished basement. The floorplan is carefully orchestrated for seamless flow, beginning with a welcoming foyer and progressing into formal living, dining, and family spaces, each filled with natural light and views of the surrounding grounds. Harmony with nature is reflected in the home's multiple outdoor living spaces, including a covered second-floor porch, deck, and patio with outdoor fireplace. An updated kitchen connects to the living and dining areas, all of which are oriented toward the backyard. Five bedrooms include a convenient first-floor guest or au pair suite, and a sanctuary-like primary suite appointed with cathedral ceilings, dual walk-in closets, and a spacious bath. A large second-floor family room is the ideal hangout with built-ins and cathedral ceilings, offering access to a finished third-floor flexible treetop room. The lower level offers recreation space, exercise area, and storage and utility rooms for flexible uses. Additional highlights include a mudroom, second-floor laundry, 2 staircases, a 3-car attached garage, and a 4-zone HVAC system. Significant property improvements have been made over the years, including full roof replacement with copper detailing, installation of a Generac whole-house generator, reinforced driveway, updated sump and drainage systems, kitchen refresh, mechanical upgrades, and ongoing infrastructure improvements. This character-rich home enjoys a serene natural setting less than a mile from top-rated Everett Elementary and just minutes from the train, shopping, and dining in West Lake Forest. A rare opportunity to own this Lake Forest retreat.

Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $1,600,000

AD Id : 78986675

MLS Id : MRD12572268

Beds : 5

Lot Size : 1.08 Acres

Living Area Size : 4,073

Year Built : 1935

Garage : 3

County : Lake

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Bedroom Information

Total Bedroom: 5 Room Types: Bedroom 5, Office, Bonus Room, Recreation Room, Exercise Room, Mud Room, Foyer, Balcony/Porch/Lanai

Bathroom Information

Total Baths: 6 Full Baths: 4 Half Baths: 2

Room Information

Rooms Total: 13

Interior Features

Roof: Asphalt Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Front Controls on Range/Cooktop, Range Hood

Roofing Information

Asphalt
Flooring Information

Construction Materials: Cedar, Shake Siding
Heating & Cooling

Heating: Natural Gas, Zoned Cooling: Central Air, Zoned WaterSource: Public

Building Information

Year Built: 1935
Exterior Features

Balcony Construction Materials: Cedar, Shake Siding Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter

Lot Information

Lot Dimensions: 47045 Lot Description: Landscaped, Wooded Lot Acres: 1.08 Lot Size: 1.0-1.99 Acres

Property Information

Property Type: Residential Style: Other Sub Type: Detached Single Type Detached: 3 Stories

Listing Price Information

Original List Price:$1600000

Tax Information

Annual Tax: $15942.72 Tax Year: 2025 Parcel Number: 16074000320000 Tax Exemption: Homeowner

Parking Information

Total Parking: 3 Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage

Garage Information

Garage Space: 3

Homeowners Association Information

Included Fees: None

School Information

Elementary School: Everett Elementary School Junior High School: Deer Path Middle School Senior High School: Lake Forest High School
Utility Information

Sewer: Public Sewer Water Source: Public
Location Information

City: Lake Forest Direction: 43 to W Old Mill Rd, west on W Old Mill Rd to Telegraph Rd, north to #1520

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MLS: MRED #12572268 LISTED BY: Annie Royster Lenzke, Coldwell Banker Realty 847-234-8000 SOURCE: Midwest Real Estate Data LLC (MRED) (Listings courtesy of Midwest Real Estate Data LLC (MRED) as distributed by MLS GRID)