5 Wakefield Ln

2,444 Sq. Ft.
$196 / Sq. Ft.
2,444
Sq. Ft.
$196
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Calling all investors / rehabbers. Spacious 4-bedroom, 2.1-bath home located in one of Buffalo Grove's most sought-after neighborhoods, served by top-rated schools including award-winning Stevenson High School! This home offers an open and versatile floor plan with a large living room, inviting family room, eat-in kitchen, and a separate dining room-perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. The full basement provides endless possibilities with space for a second family room, exercise area,...Calling all investors / rehabbers. Spacious 4-bedroom, 2.1-bath home located in one of Buffalo Grove's most sought-after neighborhoods, served by top-rated schools including award-winning Stevenson High School! This home offers an open and versatile floor plan with a large living room, inviting family room, eat-in kitchen, and a separate dining room-perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. The full basement provides endless possibilities with space for a second family room, exercise area, and abundant storage. With a little decorating, new carpet, and fresh paint, this home could truly shine! Enjoy the fenced yard with patio, underground sprinkler system, and attached two-car garage. Notable updates include newer stainless steel appliances, windows approximately 10 years old, and roof approximately 15 years old. A wonderful opportunity to add your personal touches in an exceptional location! Sold As Is. Call me before you schedule a showing.
  1. Listed by Jane Herrick Corder • @properties Christie's International Real Estate
    P: (847)-815-6484 C: (847)-815-6484 jcorder@atproperties.com

Sold By RE/MAX Plaza

Property Details for 5 Wakefield Lane

Area
Buffalo Grove
Subdivision
Highland Grove
Township
Vernon
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
LISTING UPDATED: 02/13/2026 07:08 PM

Property Details for 5 Wakefield Lane

StatusClosed
MLS #12553197
Days on Market14
Taxes$15,498 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1978
Lot Size0.18 AC / 7,665 SF
CountyLake County
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Building Information for 5 Wakefield Lane

Stories-Year Built1978Building Size-Lot Size0.18 AC / 7,665 SF

Payment Calculator

$3,631 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,339

Property Taxes

$1,292

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 5 Wakefield Lane

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 102
  • Jr High Middle School: Aptakisic Junior High School
  • High School District: 125
  • High School: Adlai E Stevenson High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 102
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
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: Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Num Of Rooms: 9
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Bath Amenities: Separate Shower,Soaking Tub,No Tub
  • Basement Type: Partially Finished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: Recreation Room, Storage
  • Num of Baths: 2.1
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Appliances: Oven-Double, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Cooktop
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: No
  • Age: 41-50 Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 105 x73
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Aluminum Siding, Other
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Assessor Square Footage: 2444
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 1
  • Document Date: 2026-01-23T16:37:57
  • Photos Count: 1
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
  • Virtual Tour Date: 02-13-2026
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 12X20
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 16X11
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 12X15
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 10X11
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 11X12
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 21X19
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 11X12
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 9X10
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 11X11
Storage Room 1 Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Storage
  • Dimensions: 13X14
Recreation Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Dimensions: 24X22

Property History for 5 Wakefield Lane

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 13, 2026

Sold

MRED #12553197

$480,000
Feb 4, 2026

Pending

MRED #12553197

Feb 4, 2026

Contingent

MRED #12553197

Feb 3, 2026

Price Change

MRED #12553197

$520,000
Feb 3, 2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12553197

$545,000
Jan 25, 2026

Contingent

MRED #12553197

Jan 22, 2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12553197

$545,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/13/2026

Sold

MRED #12553197

$480,000
02/04/2026

Pending

MRED #12553197

02/04/2026

Contingent

MRED #12553197

02/03/2026

Price Change

MRED #12553197

$520,000
02/03/2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12553197

$545,000
01/25/2026

Contingent

MRED #12553197

01/22/2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12553197

$545,000

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

Public Records for 5 Wakefield Lane

Taxable ValueLand$31,565Additions$139,798Total$171,363
Tax Record2024$14,213 ($1,184 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,444 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,444 SqFtStories2Lot Size7,667 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1978CountyLAKEAPN15-33-102-001

Schools near 5 Wakefield Lane

This home is within Aptakisic-Tripp Central Consolidated School District 102.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 3
Public - 4 to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Tripp School
PublicK to 3

Meridian Middle School
Public4 to 5

Aptakisic Junior High School
Public6 to 8

Adlai E Stevenson 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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