This unique and special home in the coveted Meadowood neighborhood is situated in a beautifully serene setting on a 1/2 acre. Owned by the original family, the property reflects timeless care and character. The neighborhood balances natural beauty with convenient access to urban amenities and a tranquil, suburban atmosphere. Just minutes away, residents enjoy Lake Forest Beach ; Market Square for boutique shopping and dining; and expansive parks like Elawa Farm and Middlefork Savanna for hiking and outdoor activities. This Original owner custom-built brick and lannon stone ranch, thoughtfully designed, features 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, with mid-century decor. As you enter, a slate foyer welcomes you into a spacious living room with a lannon stone wood-burning fireplace, seamlessly flowing into the dining area. Large windows offer picturesque views of the expansive yard, ideal for future expansion. The kitchen, updated in 2000, is bright and sunny, with a window overlooking the historic French Normandy dairy farm estate on Hathaway Circle. Adjacent to the kitchen, a cozy breakfast room adds charm and functionality. The first-floor family room showcases oak flooring, built-in cabinetry, and generous windows that fill the space with natural light. Additionally, the home includes a full lower level complete with a summer kitchen set up and a workroom, providing ample space for various activities and storage. This property perfectly blends classic charm with modern functionality and is offered "AS IS" , offering great potential in a superb location.
Single-familyProperty Type
1956Year Built
0.48 acresLot Size
$454Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Lisa Lucas• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
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Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.48 Acres
Year renovated
1956
Sq. Ft.
2,024
Year built
1956
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lake County
APN
12-31-212-002
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 23, 2026.
Sep 23, 2026 • Final
Plumbing
Remodel
Sep 23, 2026 • Final
Building
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Parking (Total): 2
Parking: Garage
Garage On-Site: Yes
Garage Type: Attached
Interior
Virtual Tour
Additional Media Type 1: Video
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms Possible: 3
Room Information
Room Type: Breakfast Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 8 x 10
Flooring: Ceramic Tile
Room Information
Room Type: Foyer
Level: Main
Dimensions: 8 x 8
Room Information
Room Type: Den
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 26 x 20
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 12
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 12
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: COMBO
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14 x 12
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Type: Galley,Breakfast Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 10 x 16
Flooring: Ceramic Tile
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 10 x 8
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 28 x 32
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14 x 14
Flooring: Hardwood
Additional Rooms Information
Breakfast Room, Foyer, Den
Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
Basement: Full
Basement Description: Partially Finished
Basement Sq. Ft.: 1,562
Laundry Features: Laundry Chute, Sink
Interior Features
Interior Features: Built-in Features, Some Carpeting, Some Wood Floors, Drapes/Blinds