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Last Sold Price
5 beds3,222 sqft
555 W Everett Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
Single FamilyProperty Type
1.38 acresLot Size
1979Year Built
$318/sq ftPrice per sq ft
3 carsParking Spaces

Description

Classic elegance meets modern comfort Located in desirable Lake Forest, this classic 5-Bedroom brick home sits on a beautiful 1.38-acre lot offering exceptional privacy and space Inside, you will find over 3200 square feet of living space with generously-sized rooms Gorgeous white oak floors have just been refinished on both levels Brand NEW 75-gallon water heater has been installed Enjoy a refreshed kitchen with white cabinets, Granite counters and NEW stainless appliances in 2025 (refrigerator/dishwasher/microwave)...Classic elegance meets modern comfort Located in desirable Lake Forest, this classic 5-Bedroom brick home sits on a beautiful 1.38-acre lot offering exceptional privacy and space Inside, you will find over 3200 square feet of living space with generously-sized rooms Gorgeous white oak floors have just been refinished on both levels Brand NEW 75-gallon water heater has been installed Enjoy a refreshed kitchen with white cabinets, Granite counters and NEW stainless appliances in 2025 (refrigerator/dishwasher/microwave) Main floor Bedroom or Office provides flexible living space to suit your needs, while the main-level Laundry/mud room adds everyday convenience plus an updated look with NEW cabinets Primary Suite Bath feels like a private sanctuary and newly renovated hall Bath (2021) offers style and comfort for family or guests More updates include lighting, hardware and plumbing fixtures throughout, giving the space a polished, modern feel NEW vinyl plank flooring in finished Basement The attached 3-car Garage includes an EV outlet (2024) and 2 New Garage doors with opener (2019) Step outside to a large brick Patio and walkways, perfect for entertaining and enjoying the peaceful, wooded setting With mature trees and serene surroundings, this home blends classic elegance, contemporary updates and everyday functionality-a perfect retreat with all the conveniences of Lake Forest living!

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    • Listed by: Anne Stromayer 224.430.9446 astromayer@bhhschicago.com • Berkshire Hathaway-Chicago
    Listing closed: 11/14/2025 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 12482308

    Recent comparable sales

    Median sold price

    $930,000

    Avg days on market

    16

    Sale-to-list ratio

    96.3%

    Lake Forest, IL

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    Square Feet
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    Square Feet
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    Property Information for 555 West Everett Road

    Property Details
    • Taxes: $18,994 / year
    • MLS Type: Detached Single / 2 Stories
    • County: Lake County
    • Area: Lake Forest
    • Township: West Deerfield
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
    • Num Of Garage Spaces: 3.0
    • Parking Included in Price: Yes
    • Air Conditioning Type: Central Air
    • Num of Interior Fireplaces: 1
    • Heat/Fuel: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+
    • Architectural Style: Traditional
    Building Information
    • Year Built: 1979
    • Lot Size: 1.38 AC / 60,112 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
    • Parking Details: Asphalt, 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: 1st Floor Bedroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
    • Num Of Rooms: 11
    • Bedrooms Total: 5
    • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
    • Community Features: Street Paved
    • Bath Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink,Soaking Tub
    • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen, Gas Starter
    • Basement Type: Finished, Crawl Space, Partial
    • Bedrooms Possible: 5
    • Air Conditioning: Central Air
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    • Dining Room: Separate
    • Basement Bathrooms: No
    • Fireplace Location: Family Room
    • Room Type: Breakfast Room, Bedroom 5, Recreation Room
    • Num of Baths: 2.1
    Exterior Features
    • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
    • Type: 2 Stories
    Utilities / Equipment
    • Sewer: Sewer-Public
    • Water: Public
    • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Humidifier
    • Other Equipment: Sump Pump
    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 Description: Landscaped Professionally, Wooded
    • Lot Size: 1.0-1.99 Acres
    • Lot Dimensions: 211X284.63X211X284.82
    • Waterfront: No
    • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
    • Exterior Building Type: Brick, Cedar
    • Construction: Brick, Cedar
    • Roof Type: Asphalt
    • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
    • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
    • Living Area Source: Assessor
    • Assessor Square Footage: 4422
    Property and Assessments
    • Public Document Count: 1
    • Document Date: 2025-10-01T19:54:56
    • Photos Count: 28
    • OpenHouse Count: 2
    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: 20X14
    Bedroom #2 Information
    • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 2
    • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 13X12
    Bedroom #3 Information
    • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 3
    • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 17X13
    Bedroom #4 Information
    • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 4
    • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 16X12
    Bedroom #5 Information
    • 5th Bedroom Level: Main
    • Room Type: Bedroom 5
    • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 13X11
    Dining Room Information
    • Dining Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
    • Dining Room Dimensions: 15X12
    Family Room Information
    • Family Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_FR: Family Room
    • Family Room Dimensions: 21X14
    Kitchen Information
    • Kitchen Level: Main
    • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
    • Kitchen Dimensions: 13X11
    Laundry Information
    • Laundry Level: Main
    • Room Type: Laundry
    • Laundry Dimensions: 13X08
    Living Room Information
    • Living Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Living Room
    • Living Room Dimensions: 21X14
    Recreation Room Information
    • Room Level: Basement
    • Room Type: Recreation Room
    • Dimensions: 45X29
    Breakfast Room Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Breakfast Room
    • Dimensions: 17X10

    Property History for 555 West Everett Road

    DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
    Nov 14, 2025

    Sold

    MRED #12482308

    $1,025,000
    Oct 7, 2025

    Pending

    MRED #12482308

    Oct 7, 2025

    Contingent

    MRED #12482308

    DateEvent & SourcePrice
    11/14/2025

    Sold

    MRED #12482308

    $1,025,000
    10/07/2025

    Pending

    MRED #12482308

    10/07/2025

    Contingent

    MRED #12482308

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

    Public Records for 555 West Everett Road

    Taxable ValueLand$169,251Additions$173,824Total$343,075
    Tax Record2025$18,977 ($1,581 / month)
    Home Facts
    Beds4Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt3,222 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,222 SqFtStories2Lot Size60,113 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1979CountyLAKEAPN16-08-102-002Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

    Schools near 555 West Everett 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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    Nearby home values

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    This home: 555 West Everett Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045
    $1,025,000
    5
    3,222
    60,112
    $715,000
    2
    2,194
    60,112
    4
    3,801
    60,113
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    4
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