Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds2,517 sqft

1297 Edgewood Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045

Single FamilyProperty Type
0.33 acresLot Size
1920Year Built
$358/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Currently being leased through April 30, 2027, please allow 48hrs for showings. 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...Currently being leased through April 30, 2027, please allow 48hrs for showings. 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. Coach house additional 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.
Listing Agent
  1. Todd Martin

    Todd Martin

    Listing Agent

    @properties Christie's International Real Estate

    P: (847) 309-8929

Listing closed: 09/30/2026 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 12675428

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Property Information for 1297 Edgewood Road

Property Details

  • Taxes: $18,796 / year
  • MLS Type: Detached Single / 2 Stories
  • County: Lake County
  • Area: Lake Forest
  • Township: Shields
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Num Of Garage Spaces: 2.5
  • Parking Included in Price: Yes
  • Air Conditioning Type: Central Air
  • Num of Interior Fireplaces: 0
  • Heat/Fuel: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Radiant Floor
  • Architectural Style: Traditional

Building Information

  • Year Built: 1920
  • Lot Size: 0.33 AC / 14,396 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
  • 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
  • Exterior Building Type: Cedar
  • 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
  • Flood Zone: No
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional
  • Public Document Count: 2
  • Document Date: 2026-07-10T16:13:51
  • Photos Count: 20
  • Habitable Residence: Yes
  • 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
Sep 30, 2026

Sold

MRED #12675428

$900,000—
Jul 18, 2026

Pending

MRED #12675428

—
Jul 18, 2026

Contingent

MRED #12675428

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/30/2026

Sold

MRED #12675428

$900,000
07/18/2026

Pending

MRED #12675428

—
07/18/2026

Contingent

MRED #12675428

—

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

Public Records for 1297 Edgewood Road

Taxable Value

Land

$143,417

Additions

$182,796
Total$326,213

Tax Record

2024

$18,796 ($1,566 / month)

Home Facts

Beds

3

Baths

4

Total Finished SqFt

3,128 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

2,628 SqFt

Finished Basement SqFt

500 SqFt

Unfinished Basement SqFt

460 SqFt

Stories

1

Lot Size

14,397 SqFt

Style

Single Family Residence

Year Built

1920

Year Renovated

1920

County

LAKE

APN

12-28-109-016

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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