Sold
Last Sold Price
4 beds2,056 sqft$246/sqft
315 Mellody Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.39 acresLot Size
1955Year Built
$246/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Enjoy easy living at it's best in this spacious and bright 1 story home on a large, lushly landscaped lot. Pretty hardwood floors throughout and amazing newer family room/kitchen addition. Gourmet kitchen with abundant white cabinetry including glass front cabinets and open shelving, granite counter tops, all stainless steel appliances and an eating area surrounded by windows. The inviting family room w/vaulted ceiling and numerous windows overlooks the charming brick paver patio and lovely gardens....Enjoy easy living at it's best in this spacious and bright 1 story home on a large, lushly landscaped lot. Pretty hardwood floors throughout and amazing newer family room/kitchen addition. Gourmet kitchen with abundant white cabinetry including glass front cabinets and open shelving, granite counter tops, all stainless steel appliances and an eating area surrounded by windows. The inviting family room w/vaulted ceiling and numerous windows overlooks the charming brick paver patio and lovely gardens. A mudroom addition that includes a powder room provides easy access to the 2.5 car garage. The lower level with plush carpet, boasts a 4th bedroom, full bath, office, laundry room, craft/workroom and an enormous rec room with fireplace and built-ins. This is a fantastic home in excellent condition that has been lovingly maintained and cared for by current owner.

    Sold By Griffith, Grant & Lackie

    • Listed by: Jean 847.460.5412 janderson@koenigrubloff.com • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices KoenigRubloff
    • Listed by: Donna Mancuso 847.234.2500 dmancuso@bhhschicago.com • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
    Listing closed: 11/29/2018 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 09949338

    Recent comparable sales

    Median sold price

    $776,500

    Avg days on market

    20

    Sale-to-list ratio

    100.1%

    Lake Forest, IL

    9 comparable properties found

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    1/20
    1

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    Sold 12/27/24

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    Bedrooms
    1,872
    Square Feet
    0.19
    Acres
    a front view of a house with a yard and trees
    1/50
    2

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    Sold 07/25/25

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    Bedrooms
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    Square Feet
    1.19
    Acres
    a front view of a house with a garden
    1/26
    3

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    Bedrooms
    2,090
    Square Feet
    0.41
    Acres
    a front view of a house with garden
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    4

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    Bedrooms
    1,755
    Square Feet
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    Acres
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    Square Feet
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    Acres
    a view of a house with a yard and plants
    1/36
    6

    $776,500

    Sold 06/30/25

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    1,867
    Square Feet
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    7

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    Bedrooms
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    Square Feet
    0.51
    Acres
    $1,000,000 | 346 Spruce Avenue, Lake Forest, IL 60045
    1/32
    8

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    Bedrooms
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    9

    $600,000

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    4
    Bedrooms
    1,623
    Square Feet
    0.17
    Acres

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    Property Information for 315 Mellody Road

    Property Details
    • Taxes: $5,245 / year
    • MLS Type: Detached Single / 1 Story
    • County: Lake County
    • Area: Lake Forest
    • Township: SHIELDS
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
    • Num Of Garage Spaces: 2.0
    • Parking Included in Price: Yes
    • Air Conditioning Type: Central Air
    • Num of Interior Fireplaces: 2
    • Heat/Fuel: Natural Gas, Forced Air
    • Architectural Style: Ranch
    Building Information
    • Year Built: 1955
    • Lot Size: 0.39 AC / 16,988 SF
    General Information
    School Information
    • Elementary School District: 67
    • Elementary School: CHEROKEE 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)
    • 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: No
    Property Information
    Interior Features
    • Interior Property Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Hardwood Floors, First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Full Bath
    • Num Of Rooms: 13
    • Bedrooms Total: 3
    • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 1
    • Community Features: Street Paved
    • Bath Amenities: Separate Shower
    • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
    • Basement Type: Full
    • Bedrooms Possible: 4
    • Air Conditioning: Central Air
    • Basement Description: Finished
    • Dining Room: L-shaped
    • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
    • Fireplace Location: Living Room,Basement
    • Room Type: Eating Area, Office, Recreation Room, Game Room, Workshop, Foyer, Mud Room
    • Num of Baths: 2.1
    Exterior Features
    • Type: 1 Story
    Utilities / Equipment
    • Sewer: Sewer-Public
    • Water: Lake Michigan
    • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Cooktop
    • Other Equipment: Security System, Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn, Backup Sump Pump;
    Property/Lot Information
    • Exterior Property Features: Storage Shed, Brick Paver Patio
    • New Construction YN: No
    • Rebuilt: No
    • Rehabilitated: No
    • Built Before 1978: Yes
    • Age: 61-70 Years
    • Type Detached: 1 Story
    • Total Sq Ft: 0
    • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
    • Lot Description: Landscaped Professionally, Wooded
    • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
    • Lot Dimensions: 148X132X116X81X53
    • Waterfront: No
    • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
    • Driveway: Asphalt
    • Exterior Building Type: Brick
    • Roof Type: Asphalt
    • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
    • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train
    • Living Area Source: Assessor
    Property and Assessments
    • Photos Count: 31
    Virtual Tour/Additional Media
    • Virtual Tour: None
    • Virtual Tour YN: No
    • Virtual Tour Date: 06-16-2018
    Room Information
    Master Bedroom Information
    • Master Bedroom Level: Main
    • Room Type: Master Bedroom
    • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 16X11
    Bedroom #2 Information
    • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
    • Room Type: Bedroom 2
    • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 12X11
    Bedroom #3 Information
    • 3rd Bedroom Level: Main
    • Room Type: Bedroom 3
    • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 14X11
    Bedroom #4 Information
    • 4th Bedroom Level: Basement
    • Room Type: Bedroom 4
    • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 23X12
    Dining Room Information
    • Dining Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
    • Dining Room Dimensions: 12X11
    Family Room Information
    • Family Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_FR: Family Room
    • Family Room Dimensions: 16X12
    Kitchen Information
    • Kitchen Level: Main
    • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
    • Kitchen Dimensions: 20X10
    Laundry Information
    • Laundry Level: Basement
    • Room Type: Laundry
    • Laundry Dimensions: 13X9
    Living Room Information
    • Living Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Living Room
    • Living Room Dimensions: 21X14
    Foyer Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Foyer
    • Dimensions: 12X3
    Recreation Room Information
    • Room Level: Basement
    • Room Type: Recreation Room
    • Dimensions: 25X18
    Mud Room Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Mud Room
    • Dimensions: 11X7
    Eating Area Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Eating Area
    • Dimensions: 11X9
    Office Information
    • Room Level: Basement
    • Room Type: Office
    • Dimensions: 13X10
    Work Room Information
    • Room Level: Basement
    • Room Type: Work Room
    • Dimensions: 24X10
    Game Room Information
    • Room Level: Basement
    • Room Type: Game Room
    • Dimensions: 17X10

    Property History for 315 Mellody Road

    DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
    Nov 29, 2018

    Sold

    MRED #09949338

    $505,000
    Nov 28, 2018

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #636138196

    $505,000
    Oct 14, 2018

    Pending

    MRED #09949338

    DateEvent & SourcePrice
    11/29/2018

    Sold

    MRED #09949338

    $505,000
    11/28/2018

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #636138196

    $505,000
    10/14/2018

    Pending

    MRED #09949338

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

    Public Records for 315 Mellody Road

    Taxable ValueLand$66,332Additions$114,394Total$180,726
    Tax Record2025$9,935 ($828 / month)
    Home Facts
    Beds0Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,056 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,056 SqFtStories1Lot Size17,001 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1955CountyLAKEAPN12-32-305-002Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

    Schools near 315 Mellody Road

    This home is within Lake Forest School District 67.
    Rating
    School
    Type
    Grades
    Distance
    Public - K to 4
    Public - 5 to 6
    Public - 7 to 8
    Public - 9 to 12
    Rating
    School
    Distance
    Everett 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

    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: 315 Mellody Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045
    $505,000
    4
    2,056
    16,988
    $190,000
    1,629
    14,972
    $323,500
    4
    2,864
    19,998
    $199,500
    1,629
    15,969
    $1,080,000
    5
    5,268
    39,386
    $1,215,000
    5,837
    58,632

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