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874 Writer Court

Vernon Hills, IL 60061
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Bed 6

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Bath 6

Bath

SqFt5,227

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Acres0.19

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Luxury Living Surrounded by Nature in One of Chicagoland's Top School Districts Rarely does a home offer such an extraordinary combination of luxury, privacy, and natural beauty. Nestled on a premium lot backing directly to a serene forest, with Indian Creek gently flowing along the edge of the backyard, this exceptional residence offers breathtaking views and a peaceful setting that is truly one of a kind. From the moment you arrive, you'll appreciate the home's outstanding curb appeal, timeless architecture, and beautifully landscaped grounds. Step inside to a bright, welcoming foyer that leads to elegant formal living and dining rooms, where oversized picture windows frame spectacular views of the surrounding forest. With no neighboring home beside you, you'll enjoy exceptional privac y and a connection to nature that is rarely found. The heart of the home is an impressive open-concept family room, gourmet kitchen, and breakfast area. Soaring ceilings and walls of windows flood the space with natural light while showcasing uninterrupted views of the forest and Indian Creek from nearly every angle. The beautifully appointed gourmet kitchen is thoughtfully designed for both everyday living and entertaining, featuring rich custom cherry cabinetry, granite countertops, built-in double ovens, a new Wolf gas cooktop, a new KitchenAid dishwasher, abundant storage, and generous workspace. Whether preparing a quiet family dinner or hosting guests, this warm and inviting kitchen is designed to bring people together. A main-level ensuite bedroom with a full bath featuring a custom glass shower provides the perfect space for guests, multigenerational living, or a private home office. Upstairs, the luxurious primary suite serves as a private retreat with its own balcony overlooking the peaceful wooded setting. The spa-inspired bath features a Jacuzzi tub, custom walk-in shower, dual vanities, and a professionally designed California Closets organization system. Three additional generously sized bedrooms offer exceptional comfort and flexibility. The finished walkout basement provides an abundance of additional living space, complete with a spacious recreation room, an additional bedroom, and a full bath-ideal for entertaining, a home gym, a media room, or extended family living. Thoughtfully maintained and extensively updated, this home features a premium DaVinci roof, two new high-efficiency furnaces, two new A/C units, two new humidifiers, new hardwood flooring in three bedrooms, luxury vinyl flooring in the basement, a whole-house water softener and filtration system, a professionally installed radon mitigation system, a new Wolf cooktop, new KitchenAid dishwasher, new washer and dryer, and an additional basement freezer. Located within one of Chicagoland's top-rated school districts, this exceptional home offers the perfect blend of luxury, comfort, and nature. Homes with this level of privacy, breathtaking scenery, and thoughtful updates rarely come to market.

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Property Type : Residential

Price : $1,125,000

AD Id : 88633491

MLS Id : MRD12720430

Beds : 6

Lot Size : 0.19 Acre

Living Area Size : 5,227

Year Built : 2005

Garage : 3

County : Lake

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total Bedroom: 5 Room Types: Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Eating Area, Recreation Room, Game Room, Exercise Room, Foyer

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 6 Full Baths: 5 Half Baths: 1

    Room Information

    Rooms Total: 14

    Interior Features

    Cathedral Ceiling(s), Dry Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Open Floorplan, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room Roof: Shake Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal, Cooktop, Range Hood, Humidifier Laundry Features: Main Level, Sink

    Roofing Information

    Shake
  • Flooring Information

    Flooring: Hardwood Construction Materials: Brick
  • Heating & Cooling

    Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air Cooling: Central Air Water front: 1 WaterSource: Public

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 2005
  • Exterior Features

    Balcony Construction Materials: Brick

  • Lot Information

    Lot Dimensions: 8464 Lot Description: Cul-De-Sac, Landscaped, Mature Trees Lot Acres: 0.1943 Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre

    Property Information

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

  • Listing Price Information

    Original List Price:$1125000

  • Tax Information

    Annual Tax: $23856 Tax Year: 2025 Parcel Number: 15162080470000 Tax Exemption: Homeowner

  • Parking Information

    Total Parking: 3 Brick Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage

    Garage Information

    Garage Space: 3

    Homeowners Association Information

    Included Fees: Other HOA: $150.00 Annually

  • School Information

    Elementary School: Half Day School Junior High School: Daniel Wright Junior High School Senior High School: Adlai E Stevenson High School
  • Utility Information

    Sewer: Public Sewer Water Source: Public
  • Location Information

    City: Vernon Hills Direction: N Milwaukee Ave/ Olde Half Day Rd, W on Old Half Day Rd, L on Writer Court
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MLS: MRED #12720430 LISTED BY: Fei Martin, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago 312-944-8900 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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