Sold
Last Sold Price
5 beds5,422 sqft

1250 Elm Tree Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045

Single FamilyProperty Type
1.14 acresLot Size
1910Year Built
$347/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Stunningly situated at the end of a quite lane in a premier East Lake Forest location, this classic home has been expanded and renovated to meet the exacting needs of today's buyers. The exquisite DeGuilio kitchen is open with a family room area, wet bar, walk-in pantry, small office area and huge mudroom. Other rooms include a warm and inviting library, a gorgeous four season sun porch, comfortable living living room, gracious bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms, second floor family room and laundry,...Stunningly situated at the end of a quite lane in a premier East Lake Forest location, this classic home has been expanded and renovated to meet the exacting needs of today's buyers. The exquisite DeGuilio kitchen is open with a family room area, wet bar, walk-in pantry, small office area and huge mudroom. Other rooms include a warm and inviting library, a gorgeous four season sun porch, comfortable living living room, gracious bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms, second floor family room and laundry, Terrific basement storage as well as play room. There are hardwood floors througout including Brazilian cherry with inlays. Five fireplaces. With its sophisticated decorating and lush landscaping with pool, this is the house you've been dreaming to call home! Sold during processing

    Sold By Coldwell Banker Residential

    • Listed by: R Ann annjones@atproperties.com; ann@rannjones.realtor • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices KoenigRubloff
    Listing closed: 05/30/2017 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 09594445
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    Recent comparable sales

    Median sold price

    $2,065,000

    Avg days on market

    58

    Sale-to-list ratio

    88.6%

    Lake Forest, IL

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    Property Information for 1250 Elm Tree Road

    Property Details

    • Taxes: $38,750 / year
    • MLS Type: Detached Single / 2 Stories
    • County: Lake County
    • Area: Lake Forest
    • Subdivision: EAST LAKE FOREST
    • Township: SHIELDS
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
    • Num Of Garage Spaces: 2.0
    • Air Conditioning Type: Space Pac
    • Num of Interior Fireplaces: 5
    • Heat/Fuel: Hot Water/Steam, Radiator(s)
    • Architectural Style: Traditional

    Building Information

    • Year Built: 1910
    • Lot Size: 1.14 AC / 49,649 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 On Site: true
    • Garage Ownership: Owned
    • Garage Type: Attached
    • Parking: Garage
    Taxes and HOA Information
    • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
    • Association Fee Includes: None
    • Master Association Fee: No

    Property Information

    Interior Features
    • Interior Property Features: Hardwood Floors, Heated Floors, Second Floor Laundry
    • Num Of Rooms: 13
    • Bedrooms Total: 5
    • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
    • Bath Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink,Soaking Tub
    • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Gas Log, Gas Starter
    • Basement Type: Full
    • Bedrooms Possible: 5
    • Air Conditioning: Space Pac
    • Basement Description: Partially Finished
    • Dining Room: Combined w/ FamRm
    • Basement Bathrooms: No
    • Fireplace Location: Living Room,Master Bedroom,Basement,Other
    • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Heated Sun Room, Great Room, Library, Mud Room, Recreation Room
    • Num of Baths: 5.1
    Exterior Features
    • Type: 2 Stories
    Utilities / Equipment
    • Sewer: Sewer-Public
    • Water: Public
    • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
    Property/Lot Information
    • Exterior Property Features: Pool In-Ground
    • New Construction YN: No
    • Rebuilt: No
    • Rehabilitated: No
    • Built Before 1978: Yes
    • Age: 100+ Years
    • Type Detached: 2 Stories
    • Total Sq Ft: 8380
    • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 8380
    • Lower Sq Ft: 1845
    • Main Sq Ft: 3050
    • Upper Sq Ft: 3485
    • Lot Description: Corner Lot
    • Lot Size: 1.0-1.99 Acres
    • Lot Dimensions: 49,651 SQUARE FEET
    • Waterfront: No
    • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
    • Exterior Building Type: Frame
    • General Information: None
    • Living Area Source: Appraiser
    • Assessor Square Footage: 5422
    Property and Assessments
    • Photos Count: 25
    Virtual Tour/Additional Media
    • Virtual Tour: None
    • Virtual Tour YN: No
    • Virtual Tour Date: 04-17-2017

    Room Information

    Master Bedroom Information
    • Master Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Master Bedroom
    • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
    • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 23X15
    Bedroom #2 Information
    • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 2
    • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 24X12
    Bedroom #3 Information
    • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 3
    • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 17X12
    Bedroom #4 Information
    • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 4
    • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 18X13
    Bedroom #5 Information
    • 5th Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 5
    • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 30X15
    Dining Room Information
    • Dining Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
    • Dining Room Dimensions: 13X13
    Family Room Information
    • Family Room Level: Second
    • RoomType_FR: Family Room
    • Family Room Dimensions: 23X20
    Kitchen Information
    • Kitchen Level: Main
    • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
    • Kitchen Dimensions: 17X17
    Laundry Information
    • Laundry Level: Second
    • Room Type: Laundry
    • Laundry Dimensions: 4X4
    Living Room Information
    • Living Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Living Room
    • Living Room Dimensions: 30X24
    Recreation Room Information
    • Room Level: Basement
    • Room Type: Recreation Room
    • Dimensions: 30X18
    Mud Room Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Mud Room
    • Dimensions: 17X7
    Heated Sun Room Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Heated Sun Room
    • Dimensions: 38X11
    Great Room Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Great Room
    • Dimensions: 18X12
    Library Room Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Library
    • Dimensions: 24X15

    Property History for 1250 Elm Tree Road

    DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
    May 30, 2017

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #597749030

    $1,880,000—
    May 30, 2017

    Sold

    MRED #09594445

    $1,880,000—
    Apr 13, 2017

    Pending

    MRED #09594445

    —
    DateEvent & SourcePrice
    05/30/2017

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #597749030

    $1,880,000
    05/30/2017

    Sold

    MRED #09594445

    $1,880,000
    04/13/2017

    Pending

    MRED #09594445

    —

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

    Public Records for 1250 Elm Tree Road

    Taxable Value

    Land

    $363,153

    Additions

    $390,588
    Total$753,741

    Tax Record

    2025

    $40,892 ($3,408 / month)

    Home Facts

    Beds

    0

    Baths

    5.5

    Total Finished SqFt

    5,312 SqFt

    Above Grade Finished SqFt

    5,312 SqFt

    Stories

    2

    Lot Size

    49,658 SqFt

    Style

    Single Family Residence

    Year Built

    1910

    County

    LAKE

    APN

    12-28-208-005

    Fireplace Type

    Has Fireplace

    Schools near 1250 Elm Tree 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: 1250 Elm Tree Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045
    $1,880,000
    5
    5,422
    49,649
    $3,975,000
    5
    7,845
    156,816
    $1,675,000
    5
    5,084
    79,279
    $2,150,000
    –
    3
    2,860
    21,475
    $2,350,000
    5
    7,906
    106,286
    $747,600
    3
    2,820
    13,621

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