520 Cherokee Rd

3,030 Sq. Ft.
$388 / Sq. Ft.
3,030
Sq. Ft.
$388
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Fully renovated colonial in the heart of Whispering Oaks just short walk to Cherokee elementary and playground! Beautifully appointed throughout, it features well proportioned light filled rooms, architectural moldings, gorgeous Restoration Hardware light fixtures and gleaming hardwood floors. Welcoming foyer opens to a gracious sun drenched living room and formal dining room with a beautiful chandelier and plantation shutters. Just completed chef's kitchen features custom cabinetry with contrasting...Fully renovated colonial in the heart of Whispering Oaks just short walk to Cherokee elementary and playground! Beautifully appointed throughout, it features well proportioned light filled rooms, architectural moldings, gorgeous Restoration Hardware light fixtures and gleaming hardwood floors. Welcoming foyer opens to a gracious sun drenched living room and formal dining room with a beautiful chandelier and plantation shutters. Just completed chef's kitchen features custom cabinetry with contrasting stone counters and new high-end appliances. A separate breakfast room has a built-in banquette and overlooks a lovely stone patio and garden. The adjacent family room boasts custom moldings and built-ins, a gorgeous fireplace and a double glass door giving access to one of the homes two patios and yard. A lovely powder room, large mudroom with a new washer and dryer complete the first floor. Upstairs find spacious primary suite with two walk-in closets and a beautiful en-suite bathroom with separate vanities and a large walk-in glassed shower. Three additional generously sized bedrooms, all with walk-in closets and hardwood floors, and a stunning hallway bath. The finished lower level offers over 1000 SF of additional living and entertaining space and its beautifully finished with a movie theatre, large recreational room with custom built-ins, and large exercise room (optional bedroom/ home office), infrared sauna and a bath, plus ample storage. Other highlights include a professionally landscaped 0.5+ acre yard with mature trees and perennial gardens, privacy fence, oversized 2-car garage with epoxied floor and a large (12x13) storage shed. Fantastic location in a great neighborhood with easy access to downtown LF, Metra and major highways, parks and beach. Move-in and enjoy!

Listing Agent

  1. Elizabeth Wieneke

    Elizabeth Wieneke

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (847)-732-4039

Property Details for 520 Cherokee Road

Area
Lake Forest
Subdivision
Whispering Oaks
Township
West Deerfield
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Num Of Cars
2.0
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
LISTING CLOSED: 08/09/2022 12:00 AM

Property Details for 520 Cherokee Road

StatusClosed
MLS #11484524
Days on Market1
Taxes$14,275 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1965
Lot Size0.55 AC / 24,018 SF
CountyLake County
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Building Information for 520 Cherokee Road

Stories-Year Built1965Building Size-Lot Size0.55 AC / 24,018 SF

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Property Information for 520 Cherokee Road

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), Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On Site: true
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Parking: Garage
  • Parking Details: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: North
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Hardwood Floors, First Floor Laundry, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Num Of Rooms: 11
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Door Features: French Doors
  • Community Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Paved
  • Bath Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink,Soaking Tub
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Basement Sq Ft: 1470
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Room Type: Exercise Room, Foyer, Recreation Room, Theatre Room
  • Num of Baths: 2.2
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Oven/Built-In, Range Hood
  • Other Equipment: CO Detectors
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Deck, Patio
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2018
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 51-60 Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 3030
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 3030
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 4500
  • Upper Sq Ft: 3030
  • Lot Description: Fenced Yard, Landscaped Professionally, Park Adjacent
  • Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 190X119X200X121
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick, Cedar
  • Construction: Brick, Cedar
  • Roof Type: Shake
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Assessor Square Footage: 3030
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 0
  • Document Date: 2022-06-03T21:56:49
  • Photos Count: 40
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
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, Double Sink, Shower Only
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 19X14
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 17X12
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 16X12
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 16X12
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 12X12
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 18X14
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 20X12
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 11X7
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 22X15
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Dimensions: 14X8
Recreation Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Dimensions: 19X19
Exercise Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Exercise Room
  • Dimensions: 17X13
Theatre Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Theatre Room
  • Dimensions: 19X10

Property History for 520 Cherokee Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 9, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1495411118

$1,175,000

+6.7% / yr

Aug 9, 2022

Sold

MRED #11484524

$1,175,000
Aug 5, 2022

Pending

MRED #11484524

DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/09/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1495411118

$1,175,000

+6.7% / yr

08/09/2022

Sold

MRED #11484524

$1,175,000
08/05/2022

Pending

MRED #11484524

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Public Records for 520 Cherokee Road

Taxable ValueLand$131,939Additions$230,674Total$362,613
Tax Record2025$20,085 ($1,674 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt3,030 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,030 SqFtStories2Lot Size24,002 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1965Year Renovated1983CountyLAKEAPN16-04-406-036Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 520 Cherokee 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
Cherokee 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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