Discover seven extraordinary homes across Illinois, each offering a unique blend of luxury, space, and breathtaking surroundings. From grand estates with golf course views to private retreats with equestrian trails, these properties cater to refined tastes and diverse lifestyles. Whether you seek elegance, tranquility, or unparalleled amenities, these homes provide the perfect backdrop for your dream lifestyle.
9804 Palmer Drive | $960,000
Like to entertain? Need more space for your lifestyle? Look no further than this charming and expensive home in the heart of Crystal Lake. Location, amenities and solid construction flow together in this appealing and engaging property. Seated on RedTail Golf Course, this home takes in peaceful, serene and rolling views, while being close to stores, shopping and parks. Volume and functionality is well planned in this custom home and provides plenty of room for large gatherings, while still offering small spaces for study and relaxation.
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Price: $960,000
Listing details: The main level has a great floorplan with first floor suite, living and family spaces. The heart of the home is the professional kitchen area that opens to large windows, pleasant views and lots of eating, cooking and seating spaces. Additionally, the kitchen also opens to a nice family room with warm fireplace and a pub area that is one of a kind! Perfect for winter nights and holiday gatherings. A large patio rests just steps away from the kitchen and is ready to be utilized in the summer months! An office is tucked behind the kitchen as well as a large laundry room, complete with folding areas and sink. Behind the office is another special area, a lovely 3 season room with enormous hot tub ready for you to soak the day away! This space also takes in private views of the course and hillside. 2 half baths are found on this floor along with plenty of closet and storage space! Upstairs a large landing gives nice space between 4 spacious bedrooms. The primary suite has 2 walk-in closets, spa like bath with dual sinks, walk-in shower and water closet. Bedrooms 2 and 3 have equally large closets and are connected by a jack & jill bathroom. The 4th bedroom has an ample sized closet and its own full bath. The basement is the entire footprint of the home and is ready for any and all uses! A large rec room ensures that you will have plenty of room for games and entertainment. The movie theater provides seating for 11 and has soundproofing and professional touches! Finally, a full 2nd kitchen ensures that all your guests will be well attended to! Other points of interest include: radiant heat in basement and garage, garage has a 1/2 bath, all brick and vaulted ceilings. This home is larger than life, you won’t want for much more!
Contact: Roxana Naughton, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate, +1 815.575.0973
7467 Walshville Trl | $959,900
Dreams do come true! Imagine waking up every day in your beautiful log home, surrounded by nature and all these luxurious amenities! Whether you’re playing a round of golf on your private 6-hole course with putting green, taking a refreshing dip in the pool, or enjoying time with your horses, this place has it all!
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Price: $959,900
Listing details: The spacious layout has 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, open concept eat-in kitchen/living room has a vaulted ceiling with a stunning, large, stone fireplace. Additional features: upstairs loft and full- finished, walk out basement with rec room, family room, 2nd fireplace and an office make it a perfect blend of comfort and elegance. Patios and decks surrounding most of the home offer outdoor space for entertaining and enjoying the outdoors! 2 car det. garage with bonus room, horse barn and trails for riding your ATV! What else could you ask for? Home is centrally located with a 1 hour drive to St. Louis, Mo and also, Springfield, IL. Contents of the home are negotiable in the purchase price. Call today to see this piece of paradise on earth!
Contact: Jennifer Dunn, CENTURY 21 Reid Baugher Realty, +1 217.273.4576
484 W Haleys Hill Ct | Contact for pricing
Stunning home on a private cul-de-sac! Solid oak flooring continues from the gracious 2-story foyer to the open kitchen that has a walk-in pantry and a sun-lit breakfast area turret overlooking a private yard with patio. This home is the essence of elegance!
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Price: Contact for pricing
Listing details: The curving oak staircase leads to 4 oversized bedrooms with large closets including the primary with its tray ceiling and extra sitting space, a huge walk-in closet and a spacious bathroom with separate tub and turret. A second staircase leads down to the main floor with its quiet living room, a dining room that can seat 12 or more and a 2-story family room with a gorgeous stone fireplace as its centerpiece. An additional bedroom/office and convenient full bath is right down the hall. The kitchen boasts a walk-in pantry, a central island and custom all-wood cabinetry. The first floor laundry area leads to the 3 car garage. The enormous full basement has roughed-in plumbing for another full bath, and there’s plenty of space to make a game room, theater room, fitness area or another bedroom. There are 2 HVAC systems and 400 amp electrical service. New roof in 2022. The home’s mature landscaping is accented by the quiet Deer Grove Forest Preserve surrounding the area. This serene setting is served by award-winning schools and a park district with 3 swimming pools and a golf course. Long Grove and Deer Park shopping & restaurants are nearby and there’s easy access to a train station and Rt. 53. Historic downtown Palatine hosts many festivals and musical events thru-out the year for everyone’s enjoyment. Not just a home – it’s a way of life!
Contact: Sue Gould, Berkshire Hathaway Starck Realtors, +1 847.309.5404
1831 Lincoln St #1831 | $810,000 (Sold)
SOLD! Discover the epitome of modern elegance in this gorgeous townhome nestled in the heart of beautiful North Evanston, right next to Wilmette. Just steps away from the Central Street shops, restaurants, and train, this home boasts three levels of luxurious living, perfect for today’s discerning buyer.
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Price: $810,000 (Sold)
Listing details: Featuring a newly remodeled kitchen and a stunning remodeled master bathroom, this home marries style with sophisticated functionality and eco-friendly design.
Contact: Jeff Osuji, Kale Realty
28W360 Roosevelt Road | SOLD
SOLD! As you enter the Private Driveway leading up to this 4,300 Sq. Ft. home you will surely be Impressed! This is Estate living at its finest. Set on 2 acres – this Unique ONE-OF-A-KIND home w/a Fabulous PRIVATE RELATED LIVING Ground Level – 2 BR. APARTMENT w/private entry – will surely steal your hearts away! (This is one time you will welcome a relative to come live with you…You may never see each other unless you want to!) Let your imagination run wild as you enter this inviting OPEN FLOORPLAN with abundant window views of the grounds/yard, and begin your tour of the interior of this COMPLETELY RENOVATED 2 Story home.
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Price: SOLD
Listing details: There are 6 Bedrooms, 5 FULL Bathrooms – 2 Complete / fully applianced kitchens, 3 sets of Washers & Dryers ( 2 on the main floor- the 3rd on 2nd floor ) 2 – Tankless High Efficiency Water Heaters- 3 Complete HVAC Units (3 Furnaces/3 Central Air Units) 2 Fireplaces, Both a Main floor AND a second Floor Family room, overly generous rooms and closets too! Did we mention the Attached 2.5 Car garage AND the Detached 2.5 car garage? The Custom design of the Main portion of the Residence, allows for 3 private living areas of the home – providing everyone some personal space and elbowroom. Less than minutes to Central DuPage Hospital & close to I-88 too. NO HOA Fees either! WOW! A MUST SEE!!
Contact: Daniel M. Czuba, Daniel And Associates Real Estate, +1 630.918.6129
Discover Luxury In This Contemporary Architectural House | $680,800
Everything was addressed. Brand New 2024. New Everything: walls, electric, plumbing, roof, windows, siding, driveway, entry and back deck… Rebuilt on the existing foundation. Impeccably build with stunning craftsmanship, a blend of usefulness and beauty. Grand entryway 10×10, flawless open floor plan that allows for flexibility in design and use.
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Price: $680,800
Listing details: 4 Bedrooms, 3 Full baths + 1/2 baths in the basement. Spacious main floor with an in-suit which could make a great in-law arrangement or an additional office. Ascend upstairs on a beautiful staircase to the sun-drenched 2nd floor. Custom tiles, granite, vanities in each bathrooms. Hardwood flooring throughout the house. 9ft floor ceiling. Lots of storage. Picture windows. 2 furnaces and 2 A/C, Separate control for 1st and 2nd floors. Full of daylight basement/ family room, 1/2 bath, laundry room, lots of storage. The Kitchen serves as the heart of the house, high-end SS appliances, granite, backsplash, shaker white cabinets, all done to perfection, with easy access to back deck 18×8, overlooking private fenced backyard with a costume made wood gate for your privacy. Detached 2+ car garage, shed and a Koi pond. Totally redone inside and out 2024. A gorgeous customized house.
Contact: Valerie Zob, HomeSmart Connect LLC, +1 773.719.3002
646 Lyman Ave | $675,000 (Sold)
SOLD! This classic jumbo brick bungalow seamlessly blends vintage charm with modern living. With five bedrooms and three beautifully updated bathrooms, this home provides a spacious haven for comfortable living across all three levels.
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Price: $675,000 (Sold)
Listing details: As you step inside, you’ll be greeted by a charming living room and an adjacent sunroom that flows effortlessly through French doors to a chef’s dream kitchen with quartz countertops, new cabinetry, and GE Cafe stainless steel appliances. The kitchen is complete with an adjoining dining area that is perfect for entertaining. The main level features hardwood floors throughout, adding warmth and elegance.
Contact: Riely Joosten, Compass, +1 773.426.5292