Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds
1203 Griffith Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.18 acresLot Size
1914Year Built
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Fantastic opportunity in the heart of downtown Lake Forest. If you're looking for a move-in ready home and want to be within walking distance to everywhere you want to be, then look no further! This charming home is just steps away from LFHS, Sheridan Elementary, the train, the bike path, downtown shopping and restaurants, and the amazing Lake Forest Beach. Begin your day by enjoying your coffee on the window-filled fabulous front porch and unwind at the end of your day entertaining friends on the...Fantastic opportunity in the heart of downtown Lake Forest. If you're looking for a move-in ready home and want to be within walking distance to everywhere you want to be, then look no further! This charming home is just steps away from LFHS, Sheridan Elementary, the train, the bike path, downtown shopping and restaurants, and the amazing Lake Forest Beach. Begin your day by enjoying your coffee on the window-filled fabulous front porch and unwind at the end of your day entertaining friends on the spacious rear patio and great back yard. Home has 3 - 4 bedrooms, tons of natural light, 9ft ceilings on 1st floor, and many special details throughout. NEW SS JennAir and Kitchenaid appliances, NEW Electrolux washer & dryer, NEW cedar fence surrounding rear yard, NEW invisible fence, NEW driveway, and a NEW oversized garage with tons of storage. The home sits perfectly on a deep large lot in the quaint Rose Terrace neighborhood. Plenty of room to expand the footprint of the home if desired or move right in and enjoy as is. Truly a special offering for East Lake Forest. Make an appointment to see this Charmer today!

Listing Agent

  1. Heather Fowler

    Heather Fowler

    Listing Agent

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

    heather.fowler@compass.com

    P: (224) 804-7774

    M: (224) 804-7774

Listing closed: 04/08/2021 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 10962398

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$500,000

Avg days on market

16

Sale-to-list ratio

97.6%

Lake Forest, IL

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Square Feet
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Square Feet
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Sold 11/15/24

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Bathrooms
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Location

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Property Information for 1203 Griffith Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $7,213 / year
  • MLS Type: Detached Single / 2 Stories
  • County: Lake County
  • Area: Lake Forest
  • Township: Shields
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Num Of Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Num Of Cars: 2.0
  • Parking Included in Price: Yes
  • Air Conditioning Type: 3+ (Window/Wall Unit)
  • Heat/Fuel: Hot Water/Steam
  • Architectural Style: American 4-Sq.
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1914
  • Lot Size: 0.18 AC / 7,862 SF
General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 67
  • Elementary School: Sheridan Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Deer Path Middle School
  • High School District: 115
  • High School: Lake Forest High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 67
Addtl Parking Information
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
  • Garage On Site: true
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage
Location and General Information
  • Direction Faces: West
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 6
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Basement Type: Walkout
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: 3+ (Window/Wall Unit)
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Room Type: Enclosed Porch
  • Num of Baths: 1.0
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Patio, Porch, Invisible Fence
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Description: Fenced Yard, Fence-Invisible Pet
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 47X171X50X158
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Exterior Building Type: Frame
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Living Area Source: Not Reported
  • Lot Size Source: County Records
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 2
  • Document Date: 2021-01-04T20:04:58
  • Photos Count: 23
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
  • Virtual Tour Date: 01-05-2021
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: None
  • Master Bedroom Flooring: Carpet
  • Master Bedroom Size: 12X10
  • Master Bedroom Window Treatments: Plantation Shutters
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • 2nd Bedroom Flooring: Carpet
  • 2nd Bedroom Size: 9X11
  • 2nd Bedroom Window Treatments: Plantation Shutters
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • 3rd Bedroom Flooring: Carpet
  • 3rd Bedroom Size: 9X9
  • 3rd Bedroom Window Treatments: Plantation Shutters
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room Size: 10X12
  • Dining Room Window Treatments: Bay Window(s),Blinds
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Table Space,Galley
  • Kitchen Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Size: 10X14
  • Kitchen Window Treatments: Blinds,Greenhouse Windows
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Flooring: Hardwood
  • Living Room Size: 12X16
  • Living Room Window Treatments: Blinds
Additional Room #1 Information
  • Addtl Room 1 Flooring: Hardwood
  • Addtl Room 1 Size: 22X8
  • Addtl Room 1 Window Treatments: Plantation Shutters
Enclosed Porch Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Enclosed Porch

Property History for 1203 Griffith Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 8, 2021

Sold

MRED #10962398

$425,000
Apr 6, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1460796802

$425,000

-0.7% / yr

Feb 21, 2021

Pending

MRED #10962398

DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/08/2021

Sold

MRED #10962398

$425,000
04/06/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1460796802

$425,000

-0.7% / yr

02/21/2021

Pending

MRED #10962398

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1203 Griffith Road

Taxable ValueLand$94,617Additions$80,320Total$174,937
Tax Record2024$9,601 ($800 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,048 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,048 SqFtStories2Lot Size7,863 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1914Year Renovated1914CountyLAKEAPN12-28-110-038

Schools near 1203 Griffith Road

This home is within Lake Forest School District 67.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 4
Public - 5 to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Sheridan Elementary School
PublicPK to 4

Deer Path Middle School East
Public5 to 6

Deer Path Middle School West
Public7 to 8

Lake Forest High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 1203 Griffith Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045
$425,000
3
7,862
$495,000
4
2,016
8,241
$775,000
5
2,700
10,454
1,766
9,378
$1,325,000
5
2,500
7,967
$560,000
3
1,407
8,058

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