3223 Dato AvenueHighland Park, IL 60035Price: $925,000

Expanded & beautifully updated, this unique home in Highland Park's desirable Highlands neighborhood blends high-quality finishes (such as hardwood and tile flooring) with exceptional design. The spectacular doorway opens to a grand foyer with its stone flooring and huge closet, setting the tone for the homes open and airy feel. The superbly designed and executed skylit eat-in kitchen is beyond compare, featuring premium designer appliances (Sub-Zero refrigerator plus 2 additional refrigerator drawers, Decor 6 burner cooktop with pot filler, 2 Decor side by side built-in ovens, newer Bosch dishwasher, new Waterdrop water filtration system), custom cabinetry, counters and a seamless flow into the adjoining skylit family room. Here you'll find a wood burning fireplace flanked by built-in cabinetry, bar frig, new ice maker and counter space perfect for entertaining. The open living and dining room areas lead to a spectacular 4-season room enclosed by walls of glass, bringing natural light and nature inside year-round. The updated second level features 3 generous bedrooms, 2 newer full baths plus lots of closet and storage space. Ascend to the private 3rd-level primary suite retreat, with an oversized bedroom, large walk-in closet, spa-like bath, and a convenient laundry room with lots of cabinets as well as attic access. The finished lower level offers versatile space for exercise, work or play, accompanied by a full bath and an impressive, large wine cellar. Extra large attached 2 car garage plus a "surprise" added room. When entertaining outside, you'll enjoy the mature plantings and lovely fenced yard. Unbeatable proximity to top-rated schools, restaurants, shopping, highway access, and the Metra train. Home is in an estate, therefore, as-is condition.