701 Morningside Dr

Lake Forest, IL 60045

$995,000
Price
3
Beds
3,223 Sq. Ft.
$309 / Sq. Ft.
3,223
Sq. Ft.
$309
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Nestled in the desirable Whispering Oaks Neighborhood, this inviting single-story home, professionally landscaped on .49 acre, features over 3,200 square feet of tastefully finished living space. It includes a family room and a large primary bedroom addition, along with a bright white kitchen, a spacious dining room with built-ins, and a living room with a wood-burning fireplace. The home also offers a versatile den that can serve as a 4th bedroom plus a dedicated office space. The impressive full-footprint...Nestled in the desirable Whispering Oaks Neighborhood, this inviting single-story home, professionally landscaped on .49 acre, features over 3,200 square feet of tastefully finished living space. It includes a family room and a large primary bedroom addition, along with a bright white kitchen, a spacious dining room with built-ins, and a living room with a wood-burning fireplace. The home also offers a versatile den that can serve as a 4th bedroom plus a dedicated office space. The impressive full-footprint basement, spanning more than 3,000 square feet, presents endless possibilities for customization and personal touches." Large 2 tiered cedar deck offers multiple entertaining spaces for friends and family enjoyment.

Property Details for 701 Morningside Drive

Area
Lake Forest
Township
West Deerfield
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air
LISTING UPDATED: 10/25/2025 03:01 AM

Property Details for 701 Morningside Drive

StatusContingent
MLS #12499740
Days on Market6
Taxes$14,444 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 1 Story
Year Built1966
Lot Size0.49 AC / 21,344 SF
CountyLake County

Location

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Building Information for 701 Morningside Drive

Stories-Year Built1966Building Size-Lot Size0.49 AC / 21,344 SF

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$6,120 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,917

Property Taxes

$1,204

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 701 Morningside Drive

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, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: North
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, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Num Of Rooms: 9
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Park, Curbs, Street Paved
  • Attic: Unfinished
  • Bath Amenities: Separate Shower
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Basement Type: Unfinished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Basement Sq Ft: 3223
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Room Type: Office, Den
  • Num of Baths: 2.1
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Type: 1 Story
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan, Public
  • Appliances: Oven-Double, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Cooktop
  • Other Equipment: Security System, Fan-Attic Exhaust, Fan-Whole House, Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn, Water Heater-Gas
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 51-60 Years
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 3223
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 108x213x105x190
  • Zero Lot Line: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Construction: Brick, Cedar
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: None
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Assessor Square Footage: 3223
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 2
  • Document Date: 2025-10-20T20:38:11
  • Photos Count: 40
  • Rural: N
  • OpenHouse Count: 1
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: 20X13
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 13X11
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 13X12
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 16X13
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 22X20
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 18X10
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 12X12
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 24X18
Office Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Office
  • Dimensions: 18X11
Den Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Den
  • Dimensions: 15X12

Property History for 701 Morningside Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 24, 2025

Contingent

MRED #12499740

—
Oct 20, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12499740

$995,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/24/2025

Contingent

MRED #12499740

—
10/20/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12499740

$995,000

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

Public Records for 701 Morningside Drive

Taxable ValueLand$100,202Additions$158,436Total$258,638
Tax Record2024$14,522 ($1,210 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt3,223 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,223 SqFtStories1Lot Size21,209 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1966CountyLAKEAPN16-09-215-003Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 701 Morningside Drive

This home is within Lake Forest School District 67.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Cherokee Elementary School
Public - K to 4
Deer Path Middle School East
Public - 5 to 6
Deer Path Middle School West
Public - 7 to 8
Lake Forest High School
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

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