24234 S Sunset Lakes Drive Manhattan, IL 60442

Welcome to this exceptional better than new custom-built residence, perfectly positioned on a premium corner lot in the sought-after Sunset Lakes community within the award-winning Lincoln-Way School District. This thoughtfully designed 5-bedroom, 3-bath home blends luxury, function, and flexibility. The standout main-level layout offers a private bedroom, a full bath, and a dedicated laundry room with hookups ready for a washer and dryer - creating a complete, self-contained suite for extended-family or related living if needed or wanted, or simply ideal extra space to spread out, host guests, or work from home. A second laundry awaits upstairs for everyday convenience. It's a rare, versatile floor plan that adapts to whatever your lifestyle calls for. From the moment you enter, quality craftsmanship shines through - rich hardwood flooring, custom woodworking, and elevated finishes throughout. The heart of the home is the professionally designed custom kitchen, showcasing high-end cabinetry, stylish finishes, an oversized pantry, and a seamless flow into the main living spaces anchored by a cozy electric fireplace - ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs, retreat to a private owner's suite designed to feel more like a luxury hotel than a bedroom. This expansive sanctuary includes an additional customized finished space - perfect as a gym, home office, or nursery - plus a spa-inspired ensuite with dual vanities, a stunning soaking tub, an oversized walk-in shower, and separate his-and-her walk-in closets. The remaining bedrooms are generously sized, offering comfort, privacy, and exceptional storage. Step outside to a huge, professionally landscaped backyard built for gathering: a large patio with a natural gas hookup for the grill, a fire pit for cool evenings, and a swingset - all on an oversized corner lot offering openness and privacy rarely found. Additional highlights include a roughed-in basement ready for your vision, a water softener, an upgraded large-capacity water heater, and NO HOA. Located just minutes from shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences, this home delivers the space, quality, and lifestyle today's buyers are searching for. Better than new and ready for you! Still around 2,200 characters, so likely over the MRED public-remarks limit. Want the tightened, character-limit-friendly version next?You said: main level is not private for related livingmain level is not private for related living2:47 PMClaude responded: Good catch - here's the revised version with the main level reframed as flexible/convenient rather than private or self-contained:Recalibrated property description to remove privacy implicationsRecalibrated property description to remove privacy implicationsGood catch - here's the revised version with the main level reframed as flexible/convenient rather than private or self-contained: Welcome to this exceptional better than new custom-built residence, perfectly positioned on a premiu