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198 Wildwood Road

Lake Forest, IL 60045
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Bed 4

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

SqFt1,956

Sqft

Acres0.34

Acre(Lot)

Beautifully reimagined from top to bottom, this light-filled East Lake Forest residence seamlessly blends timeless character with sophisticated modern updates. Set on an expansive, professionally landscaped lot, the home offers exceptional indoor and outdoor living in one of the community's most coveted locations. Inside, soaring ceilings, oversized windows, rich hardwood floors, and exquisite millwork create an elegant yet inviting atmosphere. Extensive renovations include a stunning chef's kitchen, new plumbing throughout, a first-floor powder room and beautifully renovated bathrooms. Offering room to grow, the unfinished walk-up attic and full basement present outstanding expansion opportunities. Outside, the fully fenced backyard has been transformed with a new paver patio, front walkway, and rear entry, creating the perfect setting for entertaining or relaxing

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $899,000

AD Id : 87630839

MLS Id : MRD12695576

Beds : 4

Lot Size : 0.34 Acre

Living Area Size : 1,956

Year Built : 1923

Garage : 2

County : Lake

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Feature Features

  • Bedroom Information

    Total Bedroom: 4 Room Types: Foyer

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 3 Full Baths: 2 Half Baths: 1

    Room Information

    Rooms Total: 8

    Interior Features

    Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases Appliances: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Cooktop
  • Flooring Information

    Flooring: Hardwood Construction Materials: Brick
  • Heating & Cooling

    Heating: Radiator(s) Cooling: Small Duct High Velocity WaterSource: Lake Michigan

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1923

  • Lot Information

    Lot Dimensions: 14862 Lot Acres: 0.34 Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre

    Property Information

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

  • Listing Price Information

    Original List Price:$899000

  • Tax Information

    Annual Tax: $14119 Tax Year: 2024 Parcel Number: 12334070330000

  • Parking Information

    Total Parking: 2 Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage

    Garage Information

    Garage Space: 2

    Homeowners Association Information

    Included Fees: None

  • School Information

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

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

    City: Lake Forest Direction: E Illinois Road, east of Washington Circle and west of Washington Road to Wildwood, south to 198.
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MLS: MRED #12695576 LISTED BY: John Oertel, Compass 847-416-0446 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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