140 W Old Elm Rd

Lake Forest, IL 60045

$939,000
Price
4
Beds
2,728 Sq. Ft.
$344 / Sq. Ft.
2,728
Sq. Ft.
$344
per Sq. Ft.
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Listed By @propertiesContingent ( Private )
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Description

Perfection abounds in this delightful ranch-style home, where gorgeous hardwood floors and soaring ceilings create a warm, inviting feel throughout. The current owners have completed extensive updates, highlighted by a stunning new gourmet kitchen (2024) featuring soft-close cabinetry, a center island, quartz countertops, and Wolf & Subzero stainless steel appliances. The beautiful living room flows seamlessly into the dining room with gorgeous tall wainscoting and access to an outdoor patio, while...Perfection abounds in this delightful ranch-style home, where gorgeous hardwood floors and soaring ceilings create a warm, inviting feel throughout. The current owners have completed extensive updates, highlighted by a stunning new gourmet kitchen (2024) featuring soft-close cabinetry, a center island, quartz countertops, and Wolf & Subzero stainless steel appliances. The beautiful living room flows seamlessly into the dining room with gorgeous tall wainscoting and access to an outdoor patio, while the kitchen opens to a cozy family room with a fireplace and sliders leading to a second patio-ideal for indoor-outdoor living. The private primary suite offers a walk-in closet, a luxurious en suite bath, and direct access to the patio. Three additional bedrooms provide comfortable space for family or guests. Additional improvements include new windows (2017), two newly paved patios with a new fence (2024), plantation shutters, updated light fixtures (2024), a new generator (2024), hot water heater (2017), roof (2017), and furnace (2017). Ideally located near Northcroft Park, shopping, and schools-this home is truly an absolute gem!
  1. Listed by Lisa Trace • @properties Christie’s International Real Estate
    P: (708)-710-4104 lisatrace@atproperties.com
  2. Listed by Samantha Trace • @properties Christie’s International Real Estate
    P: (847)-234-0485 samanthatrace@atproperties.com

Property Details for 140 West Old Elm Road

Area
Lake Forest
Township
West Deerfield
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air
LISTING UPDATED: 04/05/2026 03:00 AM

Property Details for 140 West Old Elm Road

StatusContingent ( Private )
MLS #12606475
Days on Market0
Taxes$10,993 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 1 Story
Year Built1957
Lot Size0.23 AC / 9,901 SF
CountyLake County
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Building Information for 140 West Old Elm Road

Stories-Year Built1957Building Size-Lot Size0.23 AC / 9,901 SF

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Property Information for 140 West Old Elm Road

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 67
  • High School District: 115
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 67
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Asphalt, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: South, West
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, In-Law Floorplan, 1st Floor Full Bath
  • Num Of Rooms: 8
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Park, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Attic: Pull Down Stair
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Basement Type: Crawl Space
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Room Type: Storage
  • Num of Baths: 3.1
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Type: 1 Story
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Appliances: Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Cooktop, Oven, Range Hood
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: Yes
  • Rebuilt Year: 2017
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 61-70 Years
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 15898
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Frame, Other
  • Construction: Frame, Other
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train
  • North Coordinate: 43
  • South Coordinate: 0
  • East Coordinate: 12
  • West Coordinate: 0
  • Living Area Source: Appraiser
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional
  • Public Document Count: 2
  • Document Date: 2026-04-03T15:30:14
  • Photos Count: 38
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 15X15
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 18X14
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 12X11
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 12X10
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 15X13
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 14X11
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 14X12
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 10X7
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 22X15
Storage Room 1 Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Storage
  • Dimensions: 21X9

Property History for 140 West Old Elm Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 3, 2026

Price Change

MRED #12606475

$939,000—
Sep 7, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1498705454

$722,500

+14.4% / yr

Sep 7, 2022

Sold

MRED #11411005

$722,500—
Aug 3, 2022

Pending

MRED #11411005

—
Aug 3, 2022

Contingent

MRED #11411005

—
Jul 21, 2022

Listed (Active)

MRED #11411005

$749,000—
Jul 3, 2018

Cancelled

MRED #09806696

$698,000—
Feb 28, 2018

Listed (Active)

MRED #09806696

$775,000—
Jun 20, 2016

Sold

MRED #08920471

$309,619—
May 20, 2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #574483502

$309,619

-51.3% / yr

May 5, 2016

Pending

MRED #08920471

—
Jun 19, 2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #555935874

$600,000

+4.7% / yr

Jun 17, 2015

Listed (Active)

MRED #08920471

$541,000—
May 13, 2003

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #116290328

$345,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/03/2026

Price Change

MRED #12606475

$939,000
09/07/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1498705454

$722,500

+14.4% / yr

09/07/2022

Sold

MRED #11411005

$722,500
08/03/2022

Pending

MRED #11411005

—
08/03/2022

Contingent

MRED #11411005

—
07/21/2022

Listed (Active)

MRED #11411005

$749,000
07/03/2018

Cancelled

MRED #09806696

$698,000
02/28/2018

Listed (Active)

MRED #09806696

$775,000
06/20/2016

Sold

MRED #08920471

$309,619
05/20/2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #574483502

$309,619

-51.3% / yr

05/05/2016

Pending

MRED #08920471

—
06/19/2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #555935874

$600,000

+4.7% / yr

06/17/2015

Listed (Active)

MRED #08920471

$541,000
05/13/2003

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #116290328

$345,000

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Public Records for 140 West Old Elm Road

Taxable ValueLand$87,129Additions$97,794Total$184,923
Tax Record2024$11,099 ($925 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3Total Finished SqFt2,329 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,329 SqFtStories1Lot Size9,901 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1957CountyLAKEAPN16-08-217-006Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 140 West Old Elm Road

This home is within Lake Forest School District 67.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Cherokee Elementary School
Public - K to 4
Deer Path Middle School East
Public - 5 to 6
Deer Path Middle School West
Public - 7 to 8
Lake Forest High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Cherokee Elementary School
PublicK 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

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