5 Chicago Area Homes in Great School Districts

Set among 2.2 acres on one of the North Shore’s most private lots, Ringland Manor, a modern Country French estate, epitomizes endless charm & sophistication. Warmth & light set the tone as you enter the 21’ grand foyer w/floating iron scroll motif staircase, travertine floor with marble medallions, graceful arches & pillars. 6 bedrooms all with ensuites, including an in-law suite on the main level, oversized windows, four exquisitely designed fireplaces, extensive oversized millwork & trim, stone counters, custom built-ins, illuminated coved art niches, slate roof & Brazilian cherry floors, this home is nothing short of magnificent.

Listing details: Stunning two-story great room w/carved limestone fireplace & a wall of French transomed doors overlooking the upscale outdoor living area. World-class chef’s kitchen features cream glazed cabinetry, island w/furniture-quality detail, marble backsplash with fleur-de-lis inserts, Wolf commercial-grade range, ovens, exhaust & microwave, Subzero refrigerator/freezer w/double drawers, Bosch dishwasher, pot filler, multiple stainless sinks, customized walk-in pantry, wraparound breakfast bar, temperature-controlled wine cellar with floor-to-ceiling racks & sun-splashed dining area.

This high-quality new construction by Legacy Home Builders is built on a quiet street in a sought-after neighborhood of Clarendon Hills with a tentative completion date of October 2022. This unique property has it all – location, design,6,000 sq feet of finished space and the attention to detail that Legacy Home Builders is known for. Enter the home through the covered front porch area and be welcomed by the foyer, study/office and dining room.

Listing details: Enter the home through the 3-car side-loading garage and experience the convenience of your spacious mudroom before you come to the entertainer’s dream kitchen/breakfast room and family room. This expansive area looks out onto a private bluestone patio and backyard that is perfect for family gatherings or entertaining. An additional bonus is that the kitchen is connected to the dining room via a butler’s pantry and walk-in kitchen pantry.

Looking for the perfect retreat? Prepare to fall in love with this impressive 5BR two story lifestyle home in prestigious Flossmoor Estates on just under an acre located near historic downtown, schools & metra to Millenium Station or University of Chgo. The details – over 4800 total living space, a gorgeous newer granite KT w/alder cabinetry, large island, separate breakfast bar for6, generous breakfast room and SS professional appliances that opens to a massive great room w/beamed cathedral ceiling & stone FP!

Price: Under Contract

Listing details: This & the peaceful screened porch overlook a fabulous30,000 gallon salt water built-in pool, paver patio, composite deck, firepit, pro landscaped fenced grounds! Did I mention the huge LR & formal DR, study/office w/FP, 1st floor mudroom w/lockers, separate laundry room, 2.5 updated BA, LL game room & rec room! Lovely trims, molding, HW flooring, doors & windows finish the picture. 3 car garage, a whole house generator& grill too! Western Ave grade school & HF High! Hurry-your personal oasis awaits! This one will not last.

This property is located just north of Stillman Valley in a park-like setting in the popular Wildlife Estates subdivision. The 3-acre lot provides privacy with tall pines on the northern border and backs up to the ag fields. The home is an immaculately maintained brick front two-story. Entering the home, you’re greeted by a grand foyer. The home provides an open flow with a formal living room that leads into the family room with a fireplace. The family room is open to the eat-in kitchen.

Listing details: The kitchen has beautiful granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, cherry cabinets as well as an island with added counter space. A slider off of the kitchen leads onto the deck that has gorgeous views of the backyard. The main floor has a formal dining room and half bathroom. Upstairs you have 4 excellent sized bedrooms. 3 of these oversized bedrooms share a recently remodeled full bathroom.

Volume ceilings in this 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home. Cook’s kitchen with island, planning desk, stainless appliances, beautiful hardwood floors. Family room with elevated ceiling, lighted art nooks and beautiful fireplace for cool evenings. Great work/school space and laundry round out the first floor. Master bedroom features walk-in closet and ensuite bath, whirlpool tub and shower.

Listing details: Enjoy sunsets from your patio overlooking the private backyard. 3-car garage. Walking path to the lake, restaurants, shopping and entertainment is so close. Enjoy Oswego’s festivals, movie nights, concerts and great schools!