Sold
Last Sold Price
4 beds4,170 sqft$444/sqft
499 Washington Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.87 acresLot Size
1924Year Built
$444/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Prepare to fall in love with 499 Washington Road. Originally the coach house to neighboring Linden Lodge, this 4 bedroom/4.1 bath house has been masterfully renovated by the current owners creating a home steeped in historic charm & modern convenience. Special features include a newer great room opening to the fantastic gourmet kitchen w/beautiful custom cabinetry, marble counters, a large island & a built-in banquette. A charming den, w/fireplace & built-in cabinetry, provides a quiet retreat. The...Prepare to fall in love with 499 Washington Road. Originally the coach house to neighboring Linden Lodge, this 4 bedroom/4.1 bath house has been masterfully renovated by the current owners creating a home steeped in historic charm & modern convenience. Special features include a newer great room opening to the fantastic gourmet kitchen w/beautiful custom cabinetry, marble counters, a large island & a built-in banquette. A charming den, w/fireplace & built-in cabinetry, provides a quiet retreat. The large, sunny family room could easily be converted to a first floor primary suite as originally intended with it's large bath & walk-in closet. The second floor features the current primary suite with luxurious bath & treetop views plus 3 additional bedrooms, 2 full baths & a laundry room. Recent improvements include a new cedar roof & copper gutters (2024), new fence (2022) and new air conditioning systems (2021). Situated on a gorgeous .87 acre parcel w/beautiful outdoor spaces including a brick patio w/outdoor fireplace & a covered back porch.....in a walk to everything east Lake Forest location.

Listing Agent

  1. Kathi Hudson

    Kathi Hudson

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (847) 987-4309

Listing closed: 09/10/2024 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 12051504

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,725,000

Avg days on market

44

Sale-to-list ratio

98.6%

Lake Forest, IL

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Square Feet
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Property Information for 499 Washington Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $23,574 / year
  • MLS Type: Detached Single / 2 Stories
  • County: Lake County
  • Area: Lake Forest
  • Township: Shields
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Num Of Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Air Conditioning Type: Central Air
  • Num of Interior Fireplaces: 2
  • Heat/Fuel: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Hot Water/Steam
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1924
  • Lot Size: 0.87 AC / 37,897 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 On Site: true
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Parking: Garage
Location and General Information
  • Postal Code Plus 4: 6004
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Hardwood Floors, First Floor Bedroom, Second Floor Laundry, First Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Coffered Ceiling(s)
  • Num Of Rooms: 9
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Bath Amenities: Separate Shower
  • Basement Type: Partial
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Den/Library,Great Room
  • Room Type: Eating Area, Den, Great Room, Foyer, Mud Room
  • Num of Baths: 4.1
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Range Hood
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Patio
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 91-100 Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 211X211X81X119X59X332
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Driveway: Brick
  • Exterior Building Type: Stucco
  • Roof Type: Shake
  • General Information: None
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 4
  • Document Date: 2024-05-13T15:45:06
  • Photos Count: 35
  • OpenHouse Count: 1
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: 21X15
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 15X15
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 14X10
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 15X20
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 23X14
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 14X21
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Second
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 5X6
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Living Room
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Dimensions: 12X14
Mud Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Mud Room
  • Dimensions: 9X9
Eating Area Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eating Area
  • Dimensions: 15X7
Den Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Den
  • Dimensions: 14X15
Great Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Great Room
  • Dimensions: 25X24

Property History for 499 Washington Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 10, 2024

Sold

MRED #12051504

$1,850,000
Aug 31, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1541016453

$1,850,000

+2.5% / yr

May 16, 2024

Pending

MRED #12051504

DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/10/2024

Sold

MRED #12051504

$1,850,000
08/31/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1541016453

$1,850,000

+2.5% / yr

05/16/2024

Pending

MRED #12051504

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

Public Records for 499 Washington Road

Taxable ValueLand$255,809Additions$196,480Total$452,289
Tax Record2025$25,581 ($2,132 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths3Total Finished SqFt4,170 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,170 SqFtStories2Lot Size38,019 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1896CountyLAKEAPN12-33-212-012Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 499 Washington 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: 499 Washington Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045
$1,850,000
4
4,170
37,897
$2,000,000
5
5,664
52,272
$1,375,000
5
6,202
38,241
4.5
3,800
31,851
$600,000
41,817

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