IL
Lake
Lake Forest
60045
196 E Louis Avenue
196 E Louis Avenue, Lake Forest, IL 60045
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Listing Type
Single Family
Listing Status
Active
35
$995,000

Home Details for 196 E Louis Avenue

Price
$995,000
Type
Residential
Bedrooms
4
Total Bathrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Square feet
2724
Year built
1967
Lot size acres
0.32
County
Lake
Total rooms
11
Garage
2
Basement
Sump Pump, Finished, Crawl Space, Partial
MLS Listing#
12602931
Property Description

Welcome to 196 E. Louis, situated in the eastern part of the desirable H.O. Stone neighborhood. A circular driveway enhances the curb appeal and adds functionality. The traditional brick and cedar residence is sited on a large corner lot, and offers over 2,700 square feet of above grade living space, plus a finished basement. This four-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bathroom home enjoys many updates by the current owners. Hardwood featured on the first floor, and in the main bedroom. The beautiful, gourmet kitchen was fully gutted and reconfigured in 2017, with neutral decor, stainless steel appliances, and granite counters including an extension with room for two stools. Separate eating area, with sliding doors that lead to patio. The family room adjacent to the kitchen area offers a gorgeous wood-burning fireplace with tile surround and mantel. Updated laundry/mudroom is conveniently tucked in between the kitchen and garage, and includes a side exterior door. The second floor includes spacious family bedrooms, and a substantial primary bedroom with spa-like bathroom suite, showcasing a freestanding jetted tub, separate shower, double sink vanity, and walk-in closet. The lower-level recreation room is a blank canvas, and includes a separate room ideal for an office. Great storage throughout the home. Enjoy a spacious, fully fenced back yard, and crushed stone patio; along with a separate pet run on the side of the house. New roof 2023 - see full List of Improvements under Additional Information. Experience all the amenities that Lake Forest offers: downtown Market Square shops, multiple dining options, open lands, parks, bike paths, recreation center, two Metra train lines, and one of the most impressive lake fronts on the North Shore.

Property Features
  • Parking
    • Asphalt
    • Circular Driveway
    • Garage Door Opener
    • Attached
    • Garage
  • Basement
    • Sump Pump
    • Finished
    • Crawl Space
    • Partial
  • Cooling Information
    • Ceiling Fan(s)
    • Central Air
  • Heating Information
    • Natural Gas
    • Forced Air
  • Fire Place
    • Family Room
    • Wood Burning
  • Water Features
    • Public
  • House Interior
    • Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Garage
    • 1
School Information
School Information for 196 E Louis Avenue, Lake Forest, IL 60045
Elementary School
Cherokee Elementary School
Middle School
Deer Path Middle School
High School
Lake Forest High School
Listing Courtesy: Coldwell Banker Realty - 847-234-8000
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Last Updated: 2026-03-27 21:00:30
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