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About this home
Unmatched Investment and Equity Opportunity in Deerfield's Coveted Kings Cove Subdivision! Rare opportunity to acquire a traditional 4-bedroom, 2.1-bathroom colonial on a premium lot in one of Deerfield's most sought-after, established neighborhoods. Offered by only its second owners, this home features a solid architectural foundation, an exceptional layout and substantial upside potential for investors, renovators or savvy buyers looking to customize their dream home. PROPERTY OVERVIEW & HIGHLIGHTS: This home is situated in the prestigious Kings Cove subdivision, highly regarded for its quiet streets, premium lot sizes and proximity to top-tier schools. It offers excellent transit convenience as a commuter's dream, located less than 5 minutes to I-294, two Metra stations, and local Pace bus routes. The 0.33-acre lot stands out as one of the larger lots in the area, featuring a backyard with your own woodland. Inside, you will find generous above-grade living space, plus a massive 30x25 unfinished basement. MAIN LEVEL FOOTPRINT: The main level features a stately living room space highlighted by a classic fireplace and expansive picture windows looking out to the front yard. A formal dining room is perfectly positioned between the living room and kitchen for effortless entertaining. The large eat-in kitchen footprint is perfectly paired with a breakfast table area and views of the backyard. Nearby, the huge secondary living space of the family room features original wood character and oversized windows overlooking the wooded rear yard. A powder room is also ideally situated on the main level for guests. SECOND LEVEL SLEEPING QUARTERS: Upstairs, the sprawling primary bedroom suite features two separate compact walk-in closets and an en suite full bathroom. Three additional sizable secondary bedrooms all boast excellent natural light and ample closet space. A second full bath is perfectly placed in the upper hallway to service the secondary bedrooms. FEATURES & CONVENIENCES: The lower level features a massive unfinished basement with an expansive, column-free 30x25 footprint that offers unlimited potential for a future rec room, gym, or workspace. A dedicated laundry setup is positioned cleanly in the lower level near the stairs, complete with a utility sink. Additional features include an attached 2-car garage for secure and seamless direct-access parking, and an automated underground sprinkler system assuring easy, turnkey lawn maintenance and beautiful curb appeal. For peace of mind, the home's security infrastructure includes an installed, hardwired alarm system. RENOVATION & FINISHING NOTES: The interior retains its classic design aesthetics and requires cosmetic updating throughout. Some renovation work was previously commenced on the primary bathroom and the main-floor powder room; the underlying plumbing is fully functional. New toilets are on-site and ready to be installed, but the buyer will need to install new vanities/sinks and finish the drywall/ceilings in these two spaces. MASSIVE EXPANSION POTENTIAL: This property can be expanded into a 4,700+ square foot luxury home. Build out your ultimate dream estate or maximize your investment returns on this premium 0.33-acre lot. Property sold strictly "AS-IS." Bring your creative vision and your contractor to build substantial instant equity in a prime Deerfield location. Schedule your showing today!
North Shore, located between Evanston and Lake Forest, is a residential and lakeside Chicago neighborhood with leafy ravines and a shoreline park system. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Metra stations and village centers along Green Bay Road, where independent cafes, bookstores, and small galleries line walkable blocks. Writers Theatre and the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts anchor the cultural calendar, while the Chicago Botanic Garden sets a seasonal rhythm just beyond the lakefront. Streets of brick Colonials, Tudors, and mid-century homes sit behind mature trees and stone walls. Lake Michigan beaches and the Green Bay Trail shape daily routines with long, linear outdoor corridors. Commuter rail and lakefront drives connect the area to downtown without changing its quiet, curated pace.
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Market insights
681 Smoke Tree Rd · $699,900
DAYS ON MARKET
1 days
The average home goes pending in 47 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
101.1%
Most homes are selling 1% above list price.
LIST PRICE
$699,900
Median sale price in this area is $521,060. (26% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
13% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
8 total rooms
Separate dining room
Unfinished full basement
Security system
Sump pump
Lawn sprinkler system
One fireplace located in the living room
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms (master bedroom on second level; three additional bedrooms on second level)
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
1 half bathroom
Kitchen
Range
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Garbage disposal
Eating area / table space in kitchen
Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer included
Laundry room with sink
Flooring
Carpet in living room, family room, dining room, master bedroom and additional bedrooms
Ceramic tile in kitchen
Heating & cooling
Natural gas forced air heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Lot within Kings Cove subdivision
Lot dimensions approximately 23.8 x 59 x 173 x 79.6 x 179.8
Home design
Detached single-family home
2-story configuration
Built before 1978
Parking
Attached garage with 2 garage spaces (2 total parking spaces)
Security
Security system
Construction
Brick construction
Utilities
Water source: Lake Michigan
Public sewer
HOA & community
Association fee $300 annually (includes other items)
Other
Fee simple ownership
Commuter access: school bus service, commuter bus and commuter train, interstate access
Electricity and solar
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The R-2 Single-Family District is intended to provide for a suburban environment of single-family residences at a density between the lowest and highest required for such development in the Village. To protect the character of this district, all nonresidential uses are prohibited except for Special Uses as permitted in Article 4.02-C.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 98° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.3 hours in
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