1297 Edgewood Rd

2,517 Sq. Ft.
$375 / Sq. Ft.
2,517
Sq. Ft.
$375
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Home is being rented through April of 2027. East Lake Forest coastal style home set on a 290' deep lot. Walking distance to downtown Lake Forest, Sheridan Elementary School, Lake Forest High School, Train Station, & the amazing Lake Forest Beachfront. Large front porch greets guests and family into this recently renovated home. An open first floor plan offers ample space for entertainment and features a double French door leading out to the front porch area. First floor full bathroom. Kitchen boasts...Home is being rented through April of 2027. East Lake Forest coastal style home set on a 290' deep lot. Walking distance to downtown Lake Forest, Sheridan Elementary School, Lake Forest High School, Train Station, & the amazing Lake Forest Beachfront. Large front porch greets guests and family into this recently renovated home. An open first floor plan offers ample space for entertainment and features a double French door leading out to the front porch area. First floor full bathroom. Kitchen boasts maple cabinets, granite counters, stainless steel appliances and opens to the eating area. Second floor features two bedrooms with large walk-in closets plus a remodeled hall bathroom. The second floor Primary Suite features vaulted ceilings, large walk-in closet and a remodeled bathroom including a steam shower. Finished lower level with plenty of extra storage space. BONUS...finished heated space above the garage can serve as a home office, yoga/exercise studio, kids playroom, man cave, she shed, etc. Professionally landscaped yard to top it all off with a huge backyard.
  1. Listed by Todd Martin • @properties Christie’s International Real Estate
    P: (847)-309-8929 C: (847)-309-8929 tmartin@atproperties.com

Property Details for 1297 Edgewood Road

Area
Lake Forest
Township
Shields
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.5
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.5
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Num of Interior Fireplaces
0
LISTING UPDATED: 02/10/2026 11:10 AM

Property Details for 1297 Edgewood Road

StatusActive ( Private )
MLS #12564742
Days on Market-
Taxes$18,796 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1920
Lot Size0.33 AC / 14,396 SF
CountyLake County

Location

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Building Information for 1297 Edgewood Road

Stories-Year Built1920Building Size-Lot Size0.33 AC / 14,396 SF

Payment Calculator

$6,172 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,606

Property Taxes

$1,566

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1297 Edgewood Road

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
  • Parking Details: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: West
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Full Bath
  • Num Of Rooms: 10
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Park, Tennis Court(s), Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Attic: Unfinished
  • Bath Amenities: Steam Shower,Double Sink
  • Basement Type: Partially Finished, Partial
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: Eating Area, Office, Foyer, Play Room, Storage
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Partial
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Storm Sewer
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Lighting
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2004
  • 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: Landscaped Professionally, Wooded, Mature Trees
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 50 X 290
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Cedar
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Commuter Train
  • North Coordinate: 27
  • South Coordinate: 0
  • East Coordinate: 0
  • West Coordinate: 10
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional
  • Public Document Count: 0
  • Photos Count: 20
  • Rural: N
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 19X13
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 15X10
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 15X10
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 12X10
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Basement
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 18X19
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 13X14
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 9X9
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 25X14
Storage Room 1 Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Storage
  • Dimensions: 19X19
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Dimensions: 11X9
Play Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Play Room
  • Dimensions: 13X10
Eating Area Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eating Area
  • Dimensions: 11X10
Office Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Office
  • Dimensions: 26X23

Property History for 1297 Edgewood Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 20, 2021

Cancelled

MRED #11040587

$795,000
Apr 2, 2021

Listed (Active)

MRED #11040587

$795,000
Jul 1, 2019

Cancelled

MRED #10050109

$735,000
Aug 13, 2018

Listed (Active)

MRED #10050109

$789,000
Mar 1, 2016

Sold

MRED #08959314

$727,500
Feb 26, 2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #567158087

$727,600

+2.7% / yr

Nov 13, 2015

Pending

MRED #08959314

Jun 17, 2015

Listed (Active)

MRED #08959314

$799,000
Mar 1, 2010

Sold

MRED #07411841

$620,000
Feb 27, 2010

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #284768371

$620,000

-5.4% / yr

Feb 1, 2010

Pending

MRED #07411841

Jan 8, 2010

Listed (Active)

MRED #07411841

$649,000
Jan 7, 2010

Cancelled

MRED #07212958

$689,900
May 10, 2009

Listed (Active)

MRED #07212958

$739,000
Apr 27, 2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #220434050

$725,000
Apr 27, 2007

Sold

MRED #06257515

$725,000
Apr 9, 2007

Pending

MRED #06257515

Aug 24, 2006

Listed (Active)

MRED #06257515

$839,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/20/2021

Cancelled

MRED #11040587

$795,000
04/02/2021

Listed (Active)

MRED #11040587

$795,000
07/01/2019

Cancelled

MRED #10050109

$735,000
08/13/2018

Listed (Active)

MRED #10050109

$789,000
03/01/2016

Sold

MRED #08959314

$727,500
02/26/2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #567158087

$727,600

+2.7% / yr

11/13/2015

Pending

MRED #08959314

06/17/2015

Listed (Active)

MRED #08959314

$799,000
03/01/2010

Sold

MRED #07411841

$620,000
02/27/2010

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #284768371

$620,000

-5.4% / yr

02/01/2010

Pending

MRED #07411841

01/08/2010

Listed (Active)

MRED #07411841

$649,000
01/07/2010

Cancelled

MRED #07212958

$689,900
05/10/2009

Listed (Active)

MRED #07212958

$739,000
04/27/2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #220434050

$725,000
04/27/2007

Sold

MRED #06257515

$725,000
04/09/2007

Pending

MRED #06257515

08/24/2006

Listed (Active)

MRED #06257515

$839,000

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

Public Records for 1297 Edgewood Road

Taxable ValueLand$138,180Additions$176,121Total$314,301
Tax Record2024$16,863 ($1,405 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths3Total Finished SqFt2,080 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,080 SqFtStories2Lot Size14,397 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1920CountyLAKEAPN12-28-109-016

Schools near 1297 Edgewood 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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1297 Edgewood Road is a single family home Coming Soon in Lake Forest, IL 60045. This property is currently priced at $945,000. This listing's school districts are Lake Forest Chsd 115 School District, Lake Forest School District 67. Nearby schools include Sheridan Elementary School, Deer Path Middle School East and Deer Path Middle School West. 1297 Edgewood Road is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 2,517 sqft single family home built in 1920.

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