630 Spruce Avenue
Lake Forest, IL 60045

Status: Sold
Single Family
6 beds
7 baths
6,199 sq.ft
Listing Price: $2,799,000

About this home

Elegant East Lake Forest brick home located on 1.03 acres is just one block from Lake Michigan and offers a private retreat that is surrounded by formal and informal gardens. A truly remarkable residence that combines timeless elegance, distinctive character and contemporary comforts. You are welcomed by the impressive entry with winding staircase, tall ceilings and outstanding architectural details. A simply magnificent home that has been recently updated with NEW cedar shake roof by CRC, freshly painted interior including designer wallpaper and high gloss paint, recessed lighting, updated wiring for network and multi-media solutions, new furnace, new water heater, new washer/dryer, new carpet in 4 bedrooms and stair runner, new garage epoxy floor, additional professional landscaping added, the list continues. A simply magnificent home featuring grand rooms in design and scale yet cozy spaces including the family room with built-in bookshelves, fireplace and French doors that lead to patio. Other notable features include a first floor guest suite, private home office, elevator that services both first and second floors, versatile second floor in-law suite with kitchen laundry, bathroom, bedroom and family room including a separate entrance but could also be used for a recreational space. The grounds are spectacular and offer multiple areas to sit and enjoy the singing birds, beautiful gardens and water features. This treasured home is nestled in the heart of East Lake Forest and ready for your next journey.

Property details

Property / Lot Details
Acreage 1.03
Lot Dimensions 189X231X169X289
Lot Description Landscaped, Wooded, Mature Trees, Garden
Lot Size Source County Records
Lot Size 1.0-1.99 Acres
Other Structures Pergola, Shed(s)
Ownership Fee Simple
Style of House Georgian
Type Detached 2 Stories
Property Type Detached Single
Interior Features
Additional Rooms Kitchen, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Foyer, Library, Office, Pantry, Other Room
Appliances Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Built-In Oven
Square Feet 6,199
Square Feet Source Assessor
Attic Pull Down Stair, Unfinished
Basement Description Unfinished
Bath Amenities Separate Shower, Double Sink
Basement Bathrooms No
Basement Partial
Bedrooms Count 6
Bedrooms Possible 6
Dining Separate
Disability Access and/or Equipped No
Fireplace Location Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Den/Library
Fireplace Count 4
Fireplace Details Wood Burning, Gas Log, Gas Starter
Baths FULL Count 6
Baths Count 8
Baths Half Count 2
Interior Property Features Skylight(s), Bar-Dry, Elevator, Hardwood Floors, Solar Tubes/Light Tubes, First Floor Bedroom, In-Law Arrangement, First Floor Laundry, First Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases
LaundryFeatures Multiple Locations, Sink
Total Rooms 13
Rooms
room 1
Type Foyer
Level Main
Dimensions 16X23
Flooring Stone
room 2
Type Library
Level Main
Dimensions 18X16
Flooring Hardwood
room 3
Type Office
Level Main
Dimensions 14X14
Flooring Hardwood
room 4
Type Bedroom 5
Level Main
Dimensions 18X18
Flooring Hardwood
room 5
Type Bedroom 6
Level Second
Dimensions 17X14
Flooring Carpet
room 6
Type Pantry
Level Main
Dimensions 6X14
room 7
Type Kitchen- 2nd
Level Second
Dimensions 7X13
room 8
Type Other Room
Level Second
Dimensions 19X16
Flooring Carpet
room 9
Level N/A
room 10
Level N/A
room 11
Type Bedroom 2
Level Second
Dimensions 17X14
Flooring Carpet
room 12
Type Bedroom 3
Level Second
Dimensions 18X16
Flooring Carpet
room 13
Type Bedroom 4
Level Second
Dimensions 11X14
Flooring Carpet
room 14
Type Dining Room
Level Main
Dimensions 13X19
Flooring Hardwood
room 15
Type Family Room
Level Main
Dimensions 16X22
Flooring Hardwood
room 16
Type Kitchen
Level Main
Dimensions 14X22
Flooring Hardwood
Type Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Pantry
room 17
Type Laundry
Level Main
Dimensions 7X12
room 18
Type Living Room
Level Main
Dimensions 19X26
Flooring Hardwood
room 19
Type Master Bedroom
Level Second
Dimensions 17X21
Flooring Carpet
Bath Full, Double Sink
Virtual Tour, Parking / Garage, Exterior Features, Multi-Unit Information
Age 51-60 Years
Approx Year Built 1966
Parking Total 3
Driveway Brick,Gravel
Exposure South
Exterior Building Type Brick
Exterior Property Features Patio, Storms/Screens
Foundation Concrete Perimeter
Garage Details Garage Door Opener(s), Heated
Parking On-Site Yes
Garage Ownership Owned
Garage Type Attached
Parking Spaces Count 3
Parking Garage
Rehab Year 2005
Roof Type Metal ,Shake
MRD Virtual Tour None
Virtual Tour Date 04/02/2024 4:49 pm
School / Neighborhood, Utilities, Financing, Location Details
Air Conditioning Central Air
CommunityFeatures Curbs, Street Lights, Street Paved
Area Major Lake Forest
Corporate Limits Lake Forest
Directions Deerpath East to Sheridan. North on Sheridan to Spruce. East on Spruce to address.
Equipment Humidifier, TV-Cable, Security System, CO Detectors, Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn, Radon Mitigation System, Generator, Multiple Water Heaters
Elementary School Sheridan Elementary School
Elementary Sch Dist 67
Heat/Fuel Natural Gas
High Sch Lake Forest High School
High Sch Dist 115
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Lake Michigan, Public
Jr High/Middle School Deer Path Middle School
Jr High/Middle Dist 67
Township Shields

Financials

Financing Cash
Investment Profile Residential

Tax/Assessments/Liens

Frequency Not Applicable
Assessment Includes None
Master Association Fee Frequency Not Required
PIN 12282020210000
Special Assessments N
Taxes $36,351
Tax Exemptions Homeowner
Tax Year 2022
$2,799,000 Listing Price:
MLS # 12018640
Investment Profile Residential
Listing Market Time 83 days
Basement Partial
Type Detached 2 Stories
Parking Garage
List Date 04/02/2024
Year Built 1966
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