1401 Lake Rd

Lake Forest, IL 60045

$2,400,000
Last Sold Price
5
Beds
4,858 Sq. Ft.
$494 / Sq. Ft.
4,858
Sq. Ft.
$494
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 7/1/21
Closed 7/1/21

Description

Enjoy stunning seasonal views and sounds of Lake Michigan from this exquisite French Country home on prestigious Lake Road. A new paver brick driveway welcomes you to this elegant and impeccably maintained 5 bedroom, 5.1 bath beauty. Awarded the 2017 Preservation Award by the Lake Forest Historic Preservation Foundation for a complete rebuild of the historic David Adler fence, this charming home has exceptional curb appeal. Superb craftsmanship and finishes throughout, including: gorgeous arched...Enjoy stunning seasonal views and sounds of Lake Michigan from this exquisite French Country home on prestigious Lake Road. A new paver brick driveway welcomes you to this elegant and impeccably maintained 5 bedroom, 5.1 bath beauty. Awarded the 2017 Preservation Award by the Lake Forest Historic Preservation Foundation for a complete rebuild of the historic David Adler fence, this charming home has exceptional curb appeal. Superb craftsmanship and finishes throughout, including: gorgeous arched walls, rich millwork, high ceilings, 4 fireplaces, and hardwood floors. Gracious formal living and dining rooms with plaster moldings. Handsome paneled library with built-in bookcases and French doors that open to outdoor bluestone patio. Completely renovated gourmet white kitchen with marble countertops, new appliances, and charming breakfast room. Kitchen opens to spacious family room with coffered ceiling, built-in shelving flanking fireplace, wet bar, and French doors that lead to spectacular outdoor garden. 5 bedrooms and 4 luxurious, remodeled full baths upstairs. Gorgeous primary bedroom with sitting room and fireplace offers spectacular lake views. Fully remodeled lower level includes roomy recreation room, game room, and wet bar. Many outdoor improvements, including a brand new shade garden and extensive landscaping, landscape lighting, and irrigation system. Enviable location in East Lake Forest, walking distance to Lake Forest Beach, Sheridan School, and Lake Forest High School. Must see to appreciate! A true treasure by the lake!
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Sold By Griffith, Grant & Lackie

Property Details for 1401 Lake Road

Area
Lake Forest
Township
Shields
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
3.0
Num Of Cars
3.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air, Zoned
Num of Interior Fireplaces
4
LISTING UPDATED: 07/02/2021 05:22 AM

Property Details for 1401 Lake Road

StatusClosed
MLS #11020328
Days on Market2
Taxes$31,153 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1982
Lot Size0.46 AC / 19,994 SF
CountyLake County
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Building Information for 1401 Lake Road

Stories-Year Built1982Building Size-Lot Size0.46 AC / 19,994 SF

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Property Information for 1401 Lake 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
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s), Heated
  • 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 Frequency: Not Required
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Bar-Wet, Hardwood Floors, First Floor Laundry, First Floor Full Bath, Ceiling - 9 Foot, Beamed Ceilings, Special Millwork
  • Num Of Rooms: 14
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Attic: Full,Pull Down Stair
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Gas Starter
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 5
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air, Zoned
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Basement Description: Partially Finished
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room,Master Bedroom,Den/Library
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Recreation Room, Game Room, Breakfast Room, Foyer, Library, Sitting Room
  • Num of Baths: 5.1
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Storm
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Appliances: Oven-Double, Dishwasher, Dishwasher-Portable, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
  • Other Equipment: Water-Softener Owned, Security System, Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Patio
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: No
  • Age: 31-40 Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 6737
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 6737
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 6737
  • Lower Sq Ft: 1879
  • Main Sq Ft: 2669
  • Upper Sq Ft: 2189
  • Lot Description: Wooded
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 160X125
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Driveway: Brick
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Roof Type: Tile
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: None
  • North Coordinate: 27
  • South Coordinate: 0
  • East Coordinate: 0
  • West Coordinate: 10
  • Living Area Source: Builder
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional
  • Public Document Count: 3
  • Document Date: 2021-03-13T20:57:39
  • Photos Count: 39
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Additional Media Type 1: Video
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full, Double Sink, Tub & Separate Shwr
  • Master Bedroom Flooring: Carpet
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 18X16
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • 2nd Bedroom Flooring: Carpet
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 16X11
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • 3rd Bedroom Flooring: Carpet
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 17X11
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • 4th Bedroom Flooring: Carpet
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 16X13
Bedroom #5 Information
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 26X13
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 18X14
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Flooring: Hardwood
  • Family Room Dimensions: 24X15
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Table Space,Pantry-Walk-in
  • Kitchen Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 11X17
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Flooring: Hardwood
  • Laundry Dimensions: 6X9
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Flooring: Hardwood
  • Living Room Dimensions: 16X23
Additional Room #1 Information
  • Addtl Room 1 Flooring: Carpet
Additional Room #2 Information
  • Addtl Room 2 Flooring: Carpet
Additional Room #3 Information
  • Addtl Room 3 Flooring: Carpet
Additional Room #4 Information
  • Addtl Room 4 Flooring: Hardwood
Additional Room #5 Information
  • Addtl Room 5 Flooring: Hardwood
Additional Room #6 Information
  • Addtl Room 6 Flooring: Hardwood
Additional Room #7 Information
  • Addtl Room 7 Flooring: Carpet
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Dimensions: 16X12
Recreation Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Dimensions: 34X14
Breakfast Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
  • Dimensions: 11X12
Game Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Game Room
  • Dimensions: 16X34
Sitting Room Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Sitting Room
  • Dimensions: 14X15
Library Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Library
  • Dimensions: 16X17

Property History for 1401 Lake Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 1, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1472405425

$2,400,000

+2.3% / yr

Jul 1, 2021

Sold

MRED #11020328

$2,400,000—
Mar 14, 2021

Pending

MRED #11020328

—
Mar 13, 2021

Listed (Active)

MRED #11020328

$2,550,000—
May 8, 2007

Sold

MRED #06275146

$2,960,000—
May 7, 2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #220658680

$1,735,000—
Jan 24, 2007

Listed (Active)

MRED #06275146

$3,295,000—
Jan 23, 2007

Pending

MRED #06275146

—
Sep 11, 2006

Listed (Active)

MRED #06275146

$3,295,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/01/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1472405425

$2,400,000

+2.3% / yr

07/01/2021

Sold

MRED #11020328

$2,400,000
03/14/2021

Pending

MRED #11020328

—
03/13/2021

Listed (Active)

MRED #11020328

$2,550,000
05/08/2007

Sold

MRED #06275146

$2,960,000
05/07/2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #220658680

$1,735,000
01/24/2007

Listed (Active)

MRED #06275146

$3,295,000
01/23/2007

Pending

MRED #06275146

—
09/11/2006

Listed (Active)

MRED #06275146

$3,295,000

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

Public Records for 1401 Lake Road

Taxable ValueLand$202,271Additions$547,067Total$749,338
Tax Record2024$38,514 ($3,210 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths5.5Total Finished SqFt3,990 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,990 SqFtStories2Lot Size19,994 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1982CountyLAKEAPN12-28-202-029Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1401 Lake Road

This home is within Lake Forest School District 67.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Sheridan Elementary School
Public - PK 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
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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