1285 Montgomery Drive, Deerfield, IL 60015 (MLS # 12558937)

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A rare opportunity to own a spectacular ranch with sweeping Lake Eleanor views and lake rights. Located in Lake Eleanor Estates, this four-bedroom, three-bath home offers peaceful lakefront living with fishing and boating privileges. Beautiful water views are enjoyed from every rear-facing window, creating a serene backdrop throughout the home. The main living space features an inviting great room with a wood-beamed ceiling and Italian porcelain flooring. The fully renovated kitchen showcases quartz countertops, a waterfall peninsula with seating, stainless steel Thermador appliances, a six-burner gas cooktop, a convection oven, custom 42" upper cabinetry, and a striking Hubbardton Forge dining light. Sliding glass doors open to a balcony spanning the full width of the home, making it an ideal setting for morning coffee or evening sunsets overlooking the lake. The primary bedroom features hardwood floors, a walk-in closet, and an ensuite bathroom with a new vanity and quartz countertop. Two additional bedrooms with hardwood floors and a hall bath complete the main level. The walk-out lower level is designed for both relaxation and entertaining, offering a spacious family room with a wood-burning fireplace with gas setup, a recreation room, a fourth bedroom, a full bath, and an office or exercise room. Sliding doors open to a large patio, a sandy beach, and seamless access to the shoreline. Recent improvements include a new roof, new gutters with oversized downspouts, newer zoned A/C units providing independent temperature control, a tankless water heater, sump pumps with backup, and a completely rebuilt shoreline stone retaining wall. Additional updates include a new concrete walkway and stoop, a new front door with sidelights and exterior lighting, new garage door, a fenced dog run with pea gravel, and an invisible dog fence. Custom landscaping with ornamental trees and flowerbeds enhances the thoughtfully designed outdoor spaces, creating effortless indoor-outdoor living and tranquil lake views year-round. Served by award-winning schools, this exceptional home offers a unique blend of natural beauty, recreation, and comfort in a highly desirable setting.

DAYS ON MARKET 1 LAST UPDATED 2/3/2026
TRACT Lake Eleanor Estates YEAR BUILT 1968
COMMUNITY Deerfield, Bannockburn, Riverwoods GARAGE SPACES 2.0
COUNTY Lake STATUS Active
PROPERTY TYPE(S) Single Family

SCHOOLS
School District Deerfield High School
Elementary School Wilmot Elementary School
Jr. High School Charles J Caruso Middle School
High School Deerfield High School


ADDITIONAL DETAILS
AIR Central Air
AIR CONDITIONING Yes
APPLIANCES Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Oven, Gas Cooktop, Humidifier, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer
AREA Deerfield, Bannockburn, Riverwoods
BASEMENT Exterior Entry, Finished, Full, Storage Space, Sump Pump, Walk-Out Access, Yes
CONSTRUCTION Brick, Cedar
EXTERIOR Balcony, Dog Run
FIREPLACE Yes
GARAGE Attached Garage, Yes
HEAT Forced Air, Natural Gas
HOA DUES 550
INTERIOR Beamed Ceilings, In-Law Floorplan, Open Floorplan, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
LOT 0.27 acre(s)
LOT DESCRIPTION Landscaped
LOT DIMENSIONS 80 x 150
PARKING Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Attached, Garage
SEWER Public Sewer
STYLE Ranch
SUBDIVISION Lake Eleanor Estates
TAXES 15343
VIEW Yes
VIEW DESCRIPTION Water
WATERFRONT Yes
WATERFRONT DESCRIPTION Lake Front
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