Sold
Last Sold Price
5 beds4,858 sqft
1401 Lake Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.46 acresLot Size
1982Year Built
$494/sq ftPrice per sq ft
3 carsParking Spaces

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!

    Sold By Griffith, Grant & Lackie

    Listing closed: 07/01/2021 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 11020328

    Recent comparable sales

    Median sold price

    $2,100,000

    Avg days on market

    61

    Sale-to-list ratio

    91.8%

    Lake Forest, IL

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    Property Information for 1401 Lake Road

    Property Details
    • Taxes: $31,153 / year
    • MLS Type: Detached Single / 2 Stories
    • County: Lake County
    • 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
    • Heat/Fuel: Natural Gas, Forced Air
    • Architectural Style: French Provincial
    Building Information
    • Year Built: 1982
    • Lot Size: 0.46 AC / 19,994 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 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

    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

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

    Public Records for 1401 Lake Road

    Taxable ValueLand$224,633Additions$607,547Total$832,180
    Tax Record2024$43,855 ($3,655 / month)
    Home Facts
    Beds5Baths5.5Total Finished SqFt8,190 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt6,090 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt2,100 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt194 SqFtStories2Lot Size19,994 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1982Year Renovated1982CountyLAKEAPN12-28-202-029

    Schools near 1401 Lake 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: 1401 Lake Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045
    $2,400,000
    5
    4,858
    19,994
    $1,500,000
    3,868
    19,929
    $7,750,000
    7
    7,566
    116,740
    4,275
    61,550
    5,372
    34,913
    $2,135,000
    4
    4,302
    19,998

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