ClosedPrice Reduced

$925,000

$1,249,000
178 Illinois Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045
3 Beds3 Baths0 sqft603 days
178 Illinois Road·Lake Forest, IL 60045
3Bedrooms
3Bathrooms
0Sq Ft
1915Year Built
About This Home

Located in Lake Forest's historic downtown area, this picturesque home blends the best of the charm and character of an older elegant home with many thoughtful improvements and upgrades over the years. Welcomed by a beautiful walkway gate you will be enchanted by the privacy, the 1/2 acre lot with mature trees and sweeping lawns, the side porch, and the lovely screened porch. Features include beautifully refinished hardwood floors, high ceilings, intricate moldings, and gorgeous windows. An interior rehab in 2010 included all 3 floors plus the finished basement with new flooring, a stunning new kitchen, 3 new baths, new electrical, light fixtures, beams in the primary suite, living room crown molding, new fireplace mantel, 2 furnaces and 2 a/c units. The exterior rehab in 2010 included new roof, gutters, landscaping, new garage door, exterior light fixtures, and shutters. A nicely flowing floor plan includes space for one and all to gather in the gracious formal living room, kitchen with island, pretty dining area, comfortable family room plus the 3rd floor bonus room/den and the spacious finished basement with rec rooms. Exterior was recently painted, new sump pump, new hot water heater. Enjoy the wonderful and convenient in town living near shopping, Metra train station, restaurants, schools, parks, open lands, and Lake Michigan! This is a rare opportunity to purchase a captivating home on a delightfully spacious property in East Lake Forest. Easy to show

MLS# 11131560Listed June 22, 2021ResidentialColonial
Property Details

Beds & Baths

Total Bedrooms3
Total Bathrooms3
Full Baths2
Half Baths1
Total Rooms9

Size & Structure

Living Area0 sqft
Garage Spaces2
Fireplaces1
Year Built1915
Lot Size0.525 acres

Location

CountyLake
TownshipShields
Zip Code60045

Financial

List Price$925,000
Original Price$1,249,000
Annual Taxes (2021)$16,361
Monthly Tax Est.$1,363
Parcel #12331180250000
Interior Features

Appliances

RangeMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigerator

Flooring

Hardwood

Heating

Natural GasForced Air

Cooling

Central Air

Basement

FinishedFull

Fireplace

Gas Log
Exterior & Lot

Roof

Asphalt

Foundation

Concrete Perimeter

Patio & Porch

Porch

Lot Features

Mature Trees
Utilities & Parking

Sewer

Public Sewer

Water Source

Public

Parking

AsphaltGarage Door OpenerOn SiteGarage OwnedDetachedGarage
HOA & Community

HOA Includes

None

Community Features

ParkTennis Court(s)SidewalksStreet Lights
Schools
Elementary
Sheridan Elementary School
District: 67
Middle School
Deer Path Middle School
District: 67
High School
Lake Forest High School
District: 115
Tax & Financial
Annual Taxes
$16,361
Tax Year 2021
Monthly Tax Est.
$1,363
per month
Price Reduced by $324,000
Original list price: $1,249,000
Property Location

178 Illinois Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045Lake County

$925,000
178 Illinois Road
3 bd3 ba0 sqft
VL
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IL License 475.178467 · (847) 810-8438

Quick Facts
603 days on market
2-car garage
1 fireplace
0.525 acres
$16,361/yr taxes
Price reduced $324,000
$6,225
estimated monthly payment
Principal & Interest
$4,861/mo
Property Tax
$1,363/mo
$925,000
20% — $185,000
3%50%
6.875%
3%12%
Loan Amount
$740,000
Down Payment
$185,000

* Estimated payment only. Actual rates, taxes, and insurance may vary. Contact a lender for a personalized quote.

Listed by
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Agent: Daria Andrews
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