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1609 Lorraine Dr, Sandwich, IL, 60548

5beds
4baths
2,480sqft
$465,000
$188price/sqft
$3,602/moest. monthly cost
$144,080/yrincome needed

About This Home

MOTIVATED SELLER! Picture yourself enjoying summer and all the seasons to come in this amazing home! Located in the desirable Thomas subdivision, this immaculate home offers timeless appeal, spacious rooms, vaulted ceilings and a full in-law apartment. Centrally located and just blocks from downtown, shopping, restaurants, schools and library. On the main floor you'll find a stunning living room with hardwood floors and showstopping fireplace; updated eat-in kitchen with oak cabinetry on three walls and center island; walk-in pantry, laundry and a half-bath. Also on the main level is the primary bedroom with vaulted ceilings and ensuite. Upstairs, you'll find three comfortable bedrooms and one bathroom and two huge closets off the main hallway. But wait, there's more! On the lower level you'll find the in-law/guest suite, bedroom plus ensuite with full kitchen and living room. Additional rooms include a large storage room with shelves and another room which could be an office or bedroom. Off the kitchen is access to the large fenced yard, featuring a patio, sizeable shed with loft (possible man-cave?) and huge deck with sunshades. Two-car attached garage. Newer roof, siding, water heater and furnace offer peace of mind as you settle into your new home!

Getting Around

17
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
31
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

10/10
5/10
Sandwich Middle SchoolGrades 6-80.6 mi
5/10

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1997

Materials

  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Construction materials: Vinyl Siding,Brick

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Range,Microwave,Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer,Disposal

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Finished,Egress Window,Full

Bedroom2

  • Level: Second
  • Area: 168
  • Dimensions: 12X14

Bedroom3

  • Level: Second
  • Area: 224
  • Dimensions: 14X16

Bedroom4

  • Level: Second
  • Area: 168
  • Dimensions: 12X14

Bedroom5

  • Level: Basement
  • Area: 270
  • Dimensions: 15X18

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathrooms: 4
  • Full bathrooms: 3
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1

Dining Room

  • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: COMBO

Features

  • Finished area below ground: 1,605

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Natural Gas
  • Cooling features: Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,605
  • Total interior livable area: 2,480 sqft

Kitchen

  • Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space,Island,Pantry-Walk-in,Granite Counters,Updated Kitchen),Flooring (Hardwood)
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 375
  • Dimensions: 25X15

Laundry

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 54
  • Dimensions: 6X9

Living Room

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 435
  • Dimensions: 15X29

Master Bedroom

  • Features: Bathroom (Full)
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 224
  • Dimensions: 14X16

Property

Accessibility

  • Accessibility features: No Disability Access

Details

  • Parcel number: 1936353011
  • Special condition: None

Features

  • Stories: 2
  • Patio & porch: Deck,Patio

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.31 Acres
  • Lot size dimensions: 90x150

Parking

  • Total spaces: 6
  • Parking features: Concrete,Yes,Attached,Driveway,Garage
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveRelatively High
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate
  • Tornado
    TornadoModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Cold Wave
Strong Wind
Tornado

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Illinois Counties

Flood

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $2,351$28,212
Home Insurance *$193$2,316
Property Taxes $868$10,416
Electricity $190$2,289
Total$3,602$43,224
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$123,497/yr
40% on housing$108,060/yr
45% on housing$96,053/yr

Illinois FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 1,961Commercial: 62
Total Premiums$4.35M
Total Exposure$370.02M

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 11.8%
11.8%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 5.5%
5.5%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -1.6%
-1.6%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$188This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 60548$162
DeKalb County$184

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 60548$213
DeKalb County$178

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

No zestimate history available

Price History

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For Sale by Agent

AgentLeigh Anne Scoughton
BrokerageHomeSmart Realty Group

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