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!
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$785,000
8518 Karlov Ave, Skokie, IL 60076
4beds
3,434sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1949
5,536.48 Square Feet Lot
$785,100 Zestimate®
$229/sqft
$5,049 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 26, 2025 at 01:01am
Listing courtesy of:
Michael Thomas 847-763-0200,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate,
Derek Eovaldi 773-383-8494,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with:
Dale Lubotsky
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12356807

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 345 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X15
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 608 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 32X19
Other
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 276 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X12
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Pantry-Walk-in, Custom Cabinetry, Granite Counters, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 272 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X16
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 45 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X5
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 322 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X14
Pantry
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 16 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4X4
Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 345 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X15
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned, Dual
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Humidifier
- Laundry: Main Level, In Unit, Sink
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Dry Bar
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Doors: French Doors, Sliding Doors, Storm Door(s), Sliding Glass Door(s)
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Partially Finished,Partial
- Attic: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Family Room, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,403
- Total interior livable area: 3,434 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Brick Driveway, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Off Alley, Side Apron, Owned, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
Lot
- Size: 5,536 sqft
- Dimensions: 45X123
Details
- Parcel number: 10222100470000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Water-Softener Owned, TV-Cable, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Other
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1949
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Skokie
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Services availability

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