$1,045,000

1557 Cavell Avenue, Highland Park, IL 60035

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5 beds 3.5 baths 4,092 sqft (plans) Built 1948 Residential MLS #MRD12735830 6 days on market
Listing courtesy of Baird & Warner · 847-432-0500 · MLS #MRD12735830 · Status: Active
Escape to your own private nature retreat! Nestled on a beautifully large wooded 1/3-acre corner lot in coveted Sherwood Forest. This exceptional 4092 sq ft home offers the perfect blend of space, comfort, and versatility to fit today's lifestyle, including 2 potential home offices, an upscale Primary Bathroom, and lots of storage space. The home welcomes you with warmth and charm. Natural light floods its big picture windows from its desirable south and west exposures. The spacious living room features a cozy wood-burning fireplace, while the elegant dining room, with French Doors, provides the ideal setting for memorable gatherings. A comfortable family room offers an inviting space to relax, and the updated kitchen is thoughtfully designed Enjoy the beauty of every season from the fabulous screened porch, where you can unwind while overlooking the tranquil surroundings. Also on the main level is a flexible bedroom or home office, conveniently located adjacent to a full bath. A New mudroom is right off the 2 1/2 car attached garage. Upstairs, the expansive primary suite serves as a true private retreat. This luxurious space includes a recently renovated spa-inspired bathroom, a separate dressing area with abundant closet space, and a versatile bonus room perfect for a sitting room, nursery, home office, or fitness space. Three additional generously sized bedrooms and an updated hall bath complete the second floor. The newly refinished basement expands your living space with a recreation room, utility room, and ample storage. Ideally located in a sought-after neighborhood with the choice of attending either Highland Park or Deerfield High Schools, this one-of-a-kind home combines peaceful natural surroundings with outstanding convenience. Don't miss this rare opportunity to make this exceptional property your own! See Home Improvement List under Additional Information.
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Property details

Interior

Appliances
Double Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Cooktop
Interior features
1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room, Quartz Counters
Flooring
Hardwood
Fireplaces
1
Fireplace details
Wood Burning
Basement
Partially Finished, Partial
Additional rooms
Bedroom 5, Bonus Room, Screened Porch, Recreation Room
Total rooms
11

Building & exterior

Style
Other
Age
71-80 Years
Exterior
Brick, Frame
Roof
Asphalt
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Patio & porch
Patio, Screened
Exposure
South,West

Parking

Garage spaces
2
Total spaces
2
Parking details
Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Other, Attached, Garage

Lot & location

Lot dimensions
150 x 113
Lot description
Wooded
Township
Moraine
County
Lake

Utilities

Heating
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Lake Michigan
Sewer
Public Sewer, Storm Sewer
Electricity
Circuit Breakers

HOA & community

Assessment includes
None

Schools

Elementary
Sherwood Elementary School (112)
Junior high
Edgewood Middle School (112)
High school
Highland Park High School (113)

Taxes & terms

Annual taxes
$19,300 (2025)
Parcel number (PIN)
16271020170000
PIN
16271020170000
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
Closing
Special conditions
None
Listed
8/20/2026

Rooms

RoomSizeLevelFlooring
Bedroom 515X12MainCarpet
Bonus Room17X12SecondHardwood
Screened Porch17X12Main
Recreation Room19X18BasementLuxury Vinyl
Bedroom 216X10SecondHardwood
Bedroom 315X13SecondHardwood
Bedroom 420X12SecondHardwood
Dining Room17X14MainHardwood
Family Room20X18MainHardwood
Kitchen15X10MainTerracotta
Laundry16X10Basement
Living Room26X16MainHardwood
Master Bedroom15X13SecondHardwood

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