Last Sold Price
4 beds2,499 sqft$398/sqft
597 S Green Bay Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045

Description

Beautifully updated 4 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath brick ranch home in desirable Whispering Oaks! Features include a great floor plan, an expansive, updated primary suite with high ceilings and a beautiful marble bathroom with a large seperate shower and soaking tub, a beautifully updated hall bath, a newer gourmet kitchen with high-end stainless steel appliances, custom cabinets with maple interiors and stone countertops, a brand new powder room, recently refinished hardwood floors throughout, an elegant,...Beautifully updated 4 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath brick ranch home in desirable Whispering Oaks! Features include a great floor plan, an expansive, updated primary suite with high ceilings and a beautiful marble bathroom with a large seperate shower and soaking tub, a beautifully updated hall bath, a newer gourmet kitchen with high-end stainless steel appliances, custom cabinets with maple interiors and stone countertops, a brand new powder room, recently refinished hardwood floors throughout, an elegant, spacious living room and family room open to the kitchen, both with fireplaces, a beautifully updated lower level with a stone fireplace, new lighting, many updated mechanicals, and a 2-car attached garage. Outside, the lovely landscaped 1/2 acre yard is mostly fenced with a huge deck. Other features include a patio, spacious front porch, mature trees and lovely gardens. Close to schools, parks, town and train! Move right in and enjoy this fabulous home!
LISTING CLOSED: 03/12/2024 12:00 AM

    Sold By Compass

    Property Details for 597 South Green Bay Road

    Status
    MLS #
    11971665
    Days on Market
    2
    Taxes
    $10,544 / year
    HOA Fees
    -
    Condo/Co-op Fees
    -
    Property Type
    MLS Type
    Detached Single / 1 Story
    Year Built
    1956
    Lot Size
    0.47 AC / 20,473 SF
    Area
    Lake Forest
    Subdivision
    Whispering Oaks
    Township
    West Deerfield
    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, Zoned
    Num of Interior Fireplaces
    3
    Heat/Fuel
    Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned
    Architectural Style
    Ranch

    Location

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    Building Information for 597 South Green Bay Road

    Stories-Year Built1956Building Size-Lot Size0.47 AC / 20,473 SF

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    Property Information for 597 South Green Bay 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)
    • Garage On Site: true
    • Garage Ownership: Owned
    • Garage Type: Attached
    • Parking: Garage
    Location and General Information
    • Front Exposure: West
    Taxes and HOA Information
    • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
    • Association Fee Includes: None
    • Master Association Fee: No
    • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
    • Additional Parcels: No
    Property Information
    Interior Features
    • Interior Property Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Some Window Treatment
    • Num Of Rooms: 9
    • Bedrooms Total: 4
    • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
    • Community Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Paved
    • Attic: Pull Down Stair,Unfinished
    • Bath Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink,Soaking Tub
    • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen, Gas Log, Gas Starter
    • Basement Type: Partial
    • Bedrooms Possible: 4
    • Air Conditioning: Central Air, Zoned
    • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
    • Basement Description: Finished, Crawl
    • Basement Sq Ft: 700
    • Dining Room: Separate
    • Basement Bathrooms: No
    • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room,Basement
    • Room Type: Recreation Room, Storage
    • Num of Baths: 2.1
    Exterior Features
    • Type: 1 Story
    Utilities / Equipment
    • Sewer: Sewer-Public
    • Water: Lake Michigan
    • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Range Hood
    • Other Equipment: Humidifier, Security System, CO Detectors, Sump Pump, Water Heater-Gas
    Property/Lot Information
    • Exterior Property Features: Deck, Patio
    • New Construction YN: No
    • Rebuilt: No
    • Rehabilitated: Yes
    • Rehab Year: 2019
    • Built Before 1978: Yes
    • Age: 61-70 Years
    • Type Detached: 1 Story
    • Total Sq Ft: 2499
    • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 3199
    • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 3199
    • Main Sq Ft: 2499
    • Lot Description: Fenced Yard, Wooded
    • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
    • Lot Dimensions: 100 X 200
    • 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
    • Below Grade Finished Area: 700.0
    • Living Area Source: Assessor
    • Lot Size Source: County Records
    Property and Assessments
    • Public Document Count: 3
    • Document Date: 2024-02-02T19:50:06
    • Photos Count: 42
    • Rural: N
    • OpenHouse Count: 0
    Virtual Tour/Additional Media
    • Virtual Tour: None
    • Virtual Tour YN: No
    Room Information
    Master Bedroom Information
    • Master Bedroom Level: Main
    • Room Type: Master Bedroom
    • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
    • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 21X19
    Bedroom #2 Information
    • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
    • Room Type: Bedroom 2
    • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 18X10
    Bedroom #3 Information
    • 3rd Bedroom Level: Main
    • Room Type: Bedroom 3
    • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 12X12
    Bedroom #4 Information
    • 4th Bedroom Level: Main
    • Room Type: Bedroom 4
    • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 12X11
    Dining Room Information
    • Dining Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
    • Dining Room Dimensions: 13X11
    Family Room Information
    • Family Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_FR: Family Room
    • Family Room Dimensions: 18X18
    Kitchen Information
    • Kitchen Level: Main
    • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
    • Kitchen Dimensions: 19X10
    Laundry Information
    • Laundry Level: Basement
    • Room Type: Laundry
    • Laundry Dimensions: 10X5
    Living Room Information
    • Living Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Living Room
    • Living Room Dimensions: 19X15
    Storage Room 1 Information
    • Room Level: Basement
    • Room Type: Storage
    • Dimensions: 9X5
    Recreation Room Information
    • Room Level: Basement
    • Room Type: Recreation Room
    • Dimensions: 25X20

    Property History for 597 South Green Bay Road

    DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
    Mar 12, 2024

    Sold

    MRED #11971665

    $995,000
    Feb 9, 2024

    Pending

    MRED #11971665

    Feb 9, 2024

    Contingent

    MRED #11971665

    DateEvent & SourcePrice
    03/12/2024

    Sold

    MRED #11971665

    $995,000
    02/09/2024

    Pending

    MRED #11971665

    02/09/2024

    Contingent

    MRED #11971665

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

    Public Records for 597 South Green Bay Road

    Taxable ValueLand$105,054Additions$128,667Total$233,721
    Tax Record2025$12,621 ($1,052 / month)
    Home Facts
    Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt2,499 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,499 SqFtStories1Lot Size19,998 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1956CountyLAKEAPN16-04-405-008Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

    Schools near 597 South Green Bay 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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