311 Sunset Dr., Lakewood, IL 60014

Location, location, location! A little slice of paradise in 'the Gates' of Lakewood. Long-time owners are sad to leave their cozy, well-loved ranch home with so many wonderful memories. Just one block to the lake, South Shore drive and all the 'action,' and the private beach/pier/sand volleyball court at Gate 21. At 1800sf, this home is the perfect size for economic living, yet roomy enough to host family and entertain. The screen porch off the front of the home offers cool breezes and plenty to see as the walkers and bikers go by. The backyard offers a private retreat with patio, trellis, and mature trees/landscaping. The hand-crafted shed is the perfect spot for your lawn equipment or extra storage needs. Enter this perfect little home and find a welcoming, open kitchen layout with tons of storage, breakfast peninsula, and large eat-in area. The family room with wood-burning fireplace and built-in bookcases is a great backdrop for entertaining, or quiet book-reading on a Sunday afternoon. The master bedroom suite includes a large sitting area (a getaway-space-from-it-all), his 'n her closets with built-in organizing systems, and 'beachy-feeling' ship lap walls. The two secondary bedrooms are generously-sized and stylish. There is a private den off the kitchen for a work-from-home set-up, or just catching up on the bills! You will LOVE the efficient, clean, radiant heat in this home, including a heated garage! The two full bathrooms are updated, all doors in this home are solid-core, windows are thermal pane and tilt-in for easy cleaning, and the tankless water heater gives you hot water 'on demand.' Gutters have 'gutter-guards' for ease of maintenance. And a huge plus in this area... the home has an elevated topography, and a slab foundation - no leaky basement worries here! Electric and natural gas bills in this home are in TOTAL less than $2,000/year! Low property taxes too! Come and see 311 Sunset Dr. today! Lovingly cared for, idyllic location, and PRUDENT cost of living!