ClosedPrice Reduced

$349,900

$399,900
196 Old Elm Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045
2 Beds1 Baths0 sqft61 days
196 Old Elm Road·Lake Forest, IL 60045
2Bedrooms
1Bathrooms
0Sq Ft
1920Year Built
About This Home

Step back in time when you enter 196 E. Old Elm Rd. in Lake Forest and just imagine what life was like in this 2 bed 1 bath 1205 sq foot home. Oh, if the walls could talk!! This charming cottage style home allows you the opportunity to bring your ideas to make this house your home. Basement offers additional storage and an area for a workshop if you are handy. Screened-in porch and one level living makes this a real GEM. Located in prestigious Lake Forest the property offers a beautiful back yard complete with 19th hole for the golf enthusiast, 2 car detached garage, large deck, mature trees and great location. Just a few short blocks from Lake Michigan beaches, schools, trails, Moraine Dog Beach and Old Elm Golf Course. Don't let this one slip away. Home is sold AS IS.

MLS# 11980698Listed February 13, 2024ResidentialFarmhouse, Ranch
Property Details

Beds & Baths

Total Bedrooms2
Total Bathrooms1
Full Baths1
Half Baths0
Total Rooms6

Size & Structure

Living Area0 sqft
Garage Spaces2
Fireplaces0
Year Built1920
Lot Size0.330 acres

Location

CountyLake
TownshipWest Deerfield
Zip Code60045

Financial

List Price$349,900
Original Price$399,900
Annual Taxes (2021)$4,776
Monthly Tax Est.$398
Parcel #16091000020000
Interior Features

Appliances

RangeRefrigeratorWasherDryerMicrowave

Heating

SteamRadiantBaseboard

Cooling

Wall Unit(s)

Basement

UnfinishedPartial
Exterior & Lot

Construction

Other

Roof

Asphalt

Foundation

Concrete Perimeter

Patio & Porch

Deck
Utilities & Parking

Sewer

Public Sewer

Water Source

Lake Michigan

Parking

AsphaltGarage Door OpenerOn SiteGarage OwnedDetachedGarage
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$0
Not Applicable

HOA Includes

None

Community Features

CurbsStreet LightsStreet Paved
Schools
Elementary
Everett Elementary School
District: 67
Middle School
Deer Path Middle School
District: 67
High School
Lake Forest High School
District: 115
Tax & Financial
Annual Taxes
$4,776
Tax Year 2021
Monthly Tax Est.
$398
per month
Price Reduced by $50,000
Original list price: $399,900
Property Location

196 Old Elm Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 — Lake County

$349,900
196 Old Elm Road
2 bd1 ba0 sqft
VL
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IL License 475.178467 · (847) 810-8438

Quick Facts
61 days on market
2-car garage
0.330 acres
$4,776/yr taxes
$0 HOA (not applicable)
Price reduced $50,000
$2,237
estimated monthly payment
Principal & Interest
$1,839/mo
Property Tax
$398/mo
$349,900
20% — $69,980
3%50%
6.875%
3%12%
Loan Amount
$279,920
Down Payment
$69,980

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

Listed by
Keller Williams North Shore West
Agent: Jodi Cinq-Mars
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