Description
Prepare to be impressed by this gorgeous updated and expanded 5-bedroom, 4-bath home in Whispering Oaks that offers almost 3,800 SF of elegant living above grade plus a lovely finished lower level! Features include a fabulous updated kitchen, beautifully renovated baths, rich hardwood and travertine floors, custom millwork, a spacious lower level, and a HUGE, private backyard. This home truly has it all! The gracious foyer includes lovely moldings and an elegant staircase, leading to a light-filled living room with a bay window, fireplace, and gleaming hardwood floors. The living room flows seamlessly into a stylish dining room adorned with a beautiful chandelier and plantation shutters. The chef’s kitchen is a dream come true, showcasing a large center island, travertine floors, built-in desk, double sinks, high-end stainless steel appliances, and stunning backyard views through French doors. The adjacent family room features a stone-surround fireplace, custom built-ins, and plenty of room to relax and entertain. Upstairs, you will find an expansive second floor with hardwood floors throughout, 5 spacious bedrooms and 3 beautiful full bathrooms. The primary suite offers a tranquil retreat with its own private balcony, luxuriously updated spa-like bathroom with soaking tub, separate shower, dual vanities, walk-in closet, sitting area, and gorgeous views of the grounds. The lower level provides the perfect getaway, complete with recreation and gaming areas, a workout room/office, and plenty of storage. A spacious mudroom with built-in bench and a separate laundry area conveniently connect to the attached 2.5 car garage. Enjoy the spectacular backyard with a cedar fence for full privacy, professionally landscaped perennial gardens, and beautiful stone patios and walkways-perfect for outdoor living and entertaining. The home also features centralized wiring for network and audio/video, with ceiling and wall speakers in the kitchen and lower level. Wonderful new finishes, newer roof (2019) new electric car charger (2023), new water heater and recirculating pump (10/2021), two new sump pumps, (10/2021) HVAC (2019 for main unit), new washer and dryer (2024) and more! Located close to top-rated schools, the Metra train, beaches, and restaurants, this home combines luxury, comfort, and convenience. You’ll be proud to call this house your home!
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Details
Updated on October 29, 2025 at 3:32 am- Property ID: MRD12503082
- Price: $1,475,000
- Property Size: 3778 Sq Ft
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Year Built: 1966
- Property Type: Single Family
- Property Status: Contingent
- Parking Total: 2.5
- Parcel Number: 16092140150000
- Water Source: Public
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Buyer Agent MLS Id: MRD32521
- Days On Market: 4
- Purchase Contract Date: 2025-10-28
- Basement Bath(s): No
- Living Area: 0.46
- Fire Places Total: 2
- Cumulative Days On Market: 4
- Tax Annual Amount: 1433.5
- Roof: Shake
- Cooling: Central Air
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Asoc. Provides: None
- Appliances: Range,Microwave,Dishwasher,High End Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer,Disposal,Stainless Steel Appliance(s),Range Hood,Humidifier
- Parking Features: Asphalt,Garage Door Opener,Heated Garage,On Site,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage
- Room Type: Bedroom 5,Office,Recreation Room,Mud Room,Eating Area,Utility Room-Lower Level
- Community: Curbs,Street Lights,Street Paved
- Stories: 2 Stories
- Directions: Beverly south to Morningside. West to house.
- Buyer Office MLS ID: MRD4564
- Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
- Living Area Source: Appraiser
- Elementary School: Cherokee Elementary School
- Middle Or Junior School: Deer Path Middle School
- High School: Lake Forest High School
- Township: West Deerfield
- ConstructionMaterials: Brick,Cedar
- Contingency: Attorney/Inspection
- Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s),1st Floor Full Bath,Built-in Features,Walk-In Closet(s),Bookcases,Special Millwork
- Subdivision Name: Whispering Oaks
- Asoc. Billed: Not Required
Address
Open on Google Maps- Address 736 Morningside
- City Lake Forest
- State/county IL
- Zip/Postal Code 60045
- Country Lake
Overview
- Single Family
- 5
- 4
- 3778
- 1966
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