Open Houses: Lake Forest, Lake Bluff, Evanston

LAKE FOREST HOUSES

650 NEWCASTLE DRIVE - OPEN SUNDAY 1-3 (MAY 19)

Beautifully appointed and impeccably maintained, custom built brick Georgian set on 1.4 acres of lush professionally landscaped grounds overlooking open lands.  It offers 10 ft. ceilings, hardwood floors & fine millwork, formal living and dining room, first floor den-office, updated kitchen and baths, spacious family room with vaulted ceiling and built-ins, finished lower level with 5th bedroom and full bath.  Cedar deck, brick patio and gazebo.  11 Rms, 5 BRs, 4.2 baths.  $1,479,000, 847-234-0485,www.gglrealty.com

1122 S. WESTERN AVENUE - OPEN SUNDAY 1-3 (MAY 19)

Whispering Oaks Cape Cod!  Beautifully situated on Morningside & Western, this 3661 SF home is meticulous and light filled, boasting a newer eat-in kitchen w/butler’s pantry, 1st floor master suite w/office/sitting room that could easily convert to 5th bedroom, 2 fireplaces, wet bar, shake roof.  Flexible floor plan makes this home ideal for family & entertaining.  10 Rms, 4 BRs, 4.1 baths. $749,000, 847-234-0485.www.gglrealty.com

1069 GRIFFITH ROAD - OPEN SUNDAY 1-3  (MAY 19)

Enclosed porch welcomes you into this charming, picture perfect vintage home.  Recently renovated with newer mechanicals, bright & sunny thru-out.  Hardwood floors, neutral decor, eat-in kitchen.  Fenced yard w/patio, perennials for gardeners, swing set for kids.  Sought after East location near town, train & schools.  7 Rms, 3 BRs, 1.1 baths.  $479,000

847-234-0485.www.gglrealty.com

LAKE BLUFF HOUSES

305 E. PROSPECT AVENUE - OPEN SUNDAY 1-3 (MAY 19)

NEW PRICE!  Stunning Custom Luxury Residence.  New interior/exterior w/ professional landscaping.  State-of-the-art Master bedroom w/sitting area, vaulted ceilings & luxurious master bath.  Designer SS/granite kitchen w/eating area, open to family room.  Beautiful hardwood floors, superb finishes.  Newly finished basement.  Nothing overlooked.  9 Rms, 4 BRs, 3.1 baths.  $1,299,000.www.gglrealty.com

550 E. CENTER AVENUE - OPEN SUNDAY 1-3 (MAY 19)

Enchanting Queen Ann Victorian 2 blocks from Lake.  9’ ceilings, unique plaster molding, stained and cut glass windows, hardwood floors.  Plus, new roof, copper flashing, new boiler, updated kitchen and baths.  Private fenced yard with brick patio.  Prime East Lake Bluff location.  11 Rms, 6 BRs, 3.1 baths.  $995,000.www.gglrealty.com

318 ROTHBURY COURT - OPEN SUNDAY 2-4 (MAY 19)

NEW PRICE!  Stately Kensington model blends classic custom design/millwork w/dramatic architectural elements seamlessly in this spacious 4100+ SF home.  Fabulous entertaining floor plan, gigantic kitchen, 2-story family room, library, 1st floor master, finished basement, screened porch, serene views of conservancy from almost every window, plus 2-car garage.  11 Rms, 4+a1 BRs, 3.1 baths.  $845,000.www.gglrealty.com

28641 WINDMERE COURT - OPEN SUNDAY 1-3 (MAY 19)

NEW LISTING!  Beautiful traditional brick & cedar home located on premier lot at end of cul-de-sac adjacent to wooded preserve.  Special features include 2-story entry, 9 ft. ceilings, hardwood floors, cook’s kitchen with island open to family room.  Sliders from kitchen eating area lead to large outdoor deck.  Full unfinished basement offers expansion.  Wonderful one owner home in desirable Glenmore Woods.  9 Rms, 4 BRs, 2.1 baths.  $489,000.www.gglrealty.com

1014 N. FOSTER AVENUE - OPEN SUNDAY 1-3 (MAY 19)

Nothing to do but enjoy!  A Brand new kitchen with granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances & hardwood floors.  Freshly painted.  Lower level features generous family room w/new carpet, a large laundry/mud room and full bath.  2+ car garage, new driveway and professional landscaping top off this house!  7 Rms, 3 BRs, 2 baths.  $339,000.www.gglrealty.com

EVANSTON  HOUSES

1411 CHURCH STREET - OPEN SUNDAY 1-3 (MAY 19)

Good first home or step up from condo living in lovely Historic Dewey School District.  Over $100K in improvements since owners have occupied home!  New windows, kitchen cabinets w/granite countertops and stainless appliances (all 2008)  New roof (2012), remodeled bath (2013), 200 amp updated electric & more.  6 Rms, 3 BRs, 1.0 baths.  $540,000.www.gglrealty.com