8518 Karlov Avenue

Listing provided courtesy of: @properties Christie's International Real Estate

Property Description

Brilliantly Updated Home with Expansive Two-Story Addition in Prime Skokie Location Welcome to 8518 Karlov Avenue-a beautifully updated and expanded home in one of Skokie's most desirable and very quiet neighborhoods. Ideally situated near the Evanston Golf Club, top-rated schools, parks, grocery stores, and shopping, this home offers space, comfort, and thoughtful updates throughout. Step inside to a bright and spacious interior with a flowing floor plan and gleaming hardwood floors throughout. The first floor features a formal living room with a newer gas fireplace (2022), a separate dining room, which opens to the kitchen, is perfect for entertaining, a stylish powder room (2021), and a convenient first-floor laundry room. At the heart of the home is a stunning, oversized chef's kitchen, fully equipped with maple cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, dual convection ovens, a beverage fridge, trash compactor, and a center island cooktop with a dedicated vent hood. The large breakfast bar seamlessly connects to the expansive family room, where vaulted ceilings, four skylights, and a wood-burning fireplace with a stone surround and floating mantel create a dramatic and inviting space. Sliding doors lead to a deck overlooking the landscaped backyard with an additional patio seating area-ideal for outdoor entertaining. Upstairs, you'll find four bedrooms and two full bathrooms. Three spacious bedrooms share an updated hall bath (2016), while the show-stopping primary suite feels like a private retreat. It features vaulted ceilings, a bay window with a built-in seating nook, and two walk-in closets. The luxurious en-suite bathroom includes vaulted ceilings, a skylight, a large soaking tub, glass and tile walk-in shower, private water closet, dual vanities, and a seated makeup area. The finished lower level offers even more flexible living space with a recreation/playroom (finished in 2014), a large utility/storage area. This wonderful home is completed with an attached 1 car garage, and fence yard. Key Updates Include: * New Roof & Hardie Board Siding (2020) * New 75-Gallon Water Heater (2025) * Two Furnaces & Two A/C Units * First-Floor Powder Room Renovated (2021) * Hall Bath Renovation (2016) * Living Room Fireplace Converted to Gas (2022) This thoughtfully designed and meticulously maintained home is move-in ready and perfect for modern living with generous space, designer finishes, and a truly exceptional layout. 8518 Karlov is located just few blocks from the Grocery store (Village Market), Starbucks, Walgreens, many dining options and great park with a playground, basketball court and large field for sports, etc. Don't miss your opportunity to own this special home-schedule your showing today!

• Features:

  Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Humidifier Central Air, Zoned, Dual Wood Burning Hardwood Cathedral Ceiling(s), Dry Bar Brick Driveway, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Off Alley, Side Apron, Owned, Garage Deck, Porch Asphalt Public Sewer Skylight(s)

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