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Sandy Basel
Cell: (815) 494-4132

451 Heather Lane, Lake Forest, IL 60045

$1,399,000
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BEDS5 BATHS3 full 1 partial SQUARE FEET3,404 MLS#12786703
STATUSNew PROPERTY TYPEResidential - Single Family SCHOOLDistrict 115

Property Description

Nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac in highly sought-after East Lake Forest, this beautifully appointed home offers an exceptional location just moments from Market Square, the Library, Metra station, and Lake Forest's Park and Beach. Situated on a generous 0.31-acre lot, the property combines timeless elegance with spacious, thoughtfully designed living areas and outstanding indoor-outdoor entertaining. The sun-filled interior is enhanced by expansive windows and custom skylights in the foyer, kitchen, and three-season room, filling the home with abundant natural light. Rich finishes include imported Italian porcelain tile, marble, hardwood, and carpeted flooring, along with elegant onyx and granite countertops throughout. The welcoming living room is anchored by a dramatic floor-to-ceiling granite fireplace, while the spacious family room features a stunning floor-to-ceiling stone wood-burning fireplace, oversized window, custom entertainment cabinetry, and convenient powder room. A beautifully finished English lookout lower level offers exceptional versatility with a brick fireplace, extensive built-in storage, an additional bedroom, and a full marble-floored bath-ideal for guests, recreation, or extended living. The eat-in kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, featuring premium Thermador cooktop, KitchenAid double ovens, durable granite countertops, and direct access to the expansive two-tier wood deck. The adjacent formal dining room provides an additional entrance to the upper deck, creating a seamless flow for gatherings. French doors from the family room open to a delightful three-season room with walk-out access to the lower deck, offering effortless indoor-outdoor living. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite provides abundant closet space and a luxurious en suite bath with dual granite vanities, towel warmer, soaking tub, separate walk-in shower, and upgraded fixtures. Three additional bedrooms and a full bath with marble flooring, dual sinks, and a whirlpool tub complete the second level, with one bedroom ideally suited as a home office. Additional highlights include three fireplaces throughout the home, a gracious bluestone walkway and entrance, a deep attached two-car garage with built-in cabinetry and abundant storage, and access to Lake Forest's award-winning schools. This exceptional home offers an outstanding combination of location, quality craftsmanship, generous living space, and refined comfort.

451 Heather Lane | MLS# 12786703

This single family home located at 451 Heather Lane, Lake Forest, IL 60045 is currently listed for sale with an asking price of $1,399,000. This property was built in 1965 and has 5 bedrooms and 3 full and 1 partial baths with 3404 sq. ft. Heather Lane is located within the District 115 school district. Search Lake Forest real estate on sbasel.gogambino.com today.

Property Features

Property Type: Residential - Single Family
Basement: Yes
Basement: Finished, Daylight
Cooling: Central Air
Fireplaces: 3
Garage: 2
Heating: Gas, Forced Air
Lot Size: 0.31 Acres
Roof Type: Asphalt
Taxes: $13,104
Year Built: 1965

Amenities

Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Dry Bar

Feature Descriptions

Additional rooms: Foyer, Sun Room, Utility Room-Lower Level, Bedroom 5
Appliances: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop, Oven, Humidifier
Association Includes: None
Bath Features: Whirlpool, Separate Shower, Double Sink, Soaking Tub
Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
Exterior: Brick, Cedar, Stone
Fireplace: Wood Burning
Fireplace Location(s): Family Room, Living Room, Basement
Lot: Cul-De-Sac
Lot Dimensions: 13477
Other Equipment: TV-Cable, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Fan-Attic Exhaust
Parcel#: 12332100200000
Parking: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Sewer: Public Sewer
Total Rooms: 9
Township: Shields
Water: Public

Room Sizes

Foyer: 7X14
Sun Room: 22X12
Bedroom 5: 14X10
Bedroom 2: 14X10
Bedroom 3: 14X10
Bedroom 4: 11X10
Dining Room: 12X11
Family Room: 19X21
Kitchen: 11X18
Laundry: 12X9
Living Room: 14X24
Primary Bedroom: 20X12

Local Schools

High School: Lake Forest High School
School District: District 115

Listed By / Shown By

Listed By

Agency Name: Berg Properties
Agency Phone: 888-276-9959

Shown By

Agent Name: Sandy Basel
Agent Phone: Cell: (815) 494-4132
Agency Title: Gambino Realtors

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$ 7,854.74 per month $6,354.69 Principal & Interest $1,092.00 Property Tax $408.04 Homeowner's Insurance

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