Last Sold Price
4 beds3,160 sqft$357/sqft
720 Buena Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045

Description

Welcome to 720 Buena Road in The Ponds subdivision of Lake Forest! This impeccably maintained and updated original owner home is ready for new owners! This home features a stunning curb appeal with the exterior constructed of brick & stone and so many upgrades including a BRAND NEW Davinci roof, new mechanicals, new garage doors w/ Lift-Master openers, leaf-guard gutter system, and lawn irrigation system...the list goes on and on. Nearly every window in the house has been replaced! Upon entering...Welcome to 720 Buena Road in The Ponds subdivision of Lake Forest! This impeccably maintained and updated original owner home is ready for new owners! This home features a stunning curb appeal with the exterior constructed of brick & stone and so many upgrades including a BRAND NEW Davinci roof, new mechanicals, new garage doors w/ Lift-Master openers, leaf-guard gutter system, and lawn irrigation system...the list goes on and on. Nearly every window in the house has been replaced! Upon entering the home you are greeted by a 2-story foyer with hardwood flooring throughout the first and second level. The first floor features large living spaces including a living room with fireplace, spacious dining room with crown molding and wainscoting perfect for entertaining, private office, and a family room with fireplace and wet-bar. The kitchen has been updated with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and breakfast room overlooking the professionally landscaped rear yard. Also included is a mudroom/laundry room adjacent to the attached 3-car garage with epoxy floors. The primary suite includes a walk-in closet and luxurious bathroom with double vanity, tub, and separate shower. 3 additional bedrooms of equal size and a full bathroom with double vanity and tub/shower complete the second level. The basement is partially finished and is perfect for additional family room and a crawl space for storage. The yard is fully fenced-in and includes an expansive paver patio with Koi pond and built-in fire-pit. Incredible opportunity to add your personal touches to this well maintained original owner home!
LISTING CLOSED: 06/24/2024 12:00 AM

Listing Agent

  1. Brady Andersen

    Brady Andersen

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (847) 732-9790

    M: (847) 732-9790

Property Details for 720 Buena Road

Status
MLS #
12045969
Days on Market
10
Taxes
$16,797 / year
HOA Fees
$875 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Detached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built
1986
Lot Size
-
Area
Lake Forest
Subdivision
The Ponds
Township
West Deerfield
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
3.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
3.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Num of Interior Fireplaces
2
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,022,000

Avg days on market

58

Sale-to-list ratio

97.2%

Lake Forest, IL

9 comparable properties found

$1,200,000 | 540 Buena Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045
1/35
1

$1,200,000

Sold 12/03/25

4
Bedrooms
3,112
Square Feet
0.38
Acres
$979,500 | 196 East Louis Avenue, Lake Forest, IL 60045
1/36
2

$979,500

Sold 06/22/26

4
Bedrooms
2,724
Square Feet
0.32
Acres
$1,000,000 | 1156 Mt Vernon Avenue, Lake Forest, IL 60045
1/40
3

$1,000,000

Sold 12/12/25

4
Bedrooms
3,574
Square Feet
0.31
Acres
a front view of a house with a garden and yard
1/31
4

$1,300,000

Sold 11/18/25

4
Bedrooms
3,129
Square Feet
1.42
Acres
$1,300,000 | 912 Morningside Drive, Lake Forest, IL 60045
1/44
5

$1,300,000

Sold 08/24/26

4
Bedrooms
3,221
Square Feet
0.50
Acres
a front view of a house with a garden and trees
1/26
6

$1,027,000

Sold 10/23/24

4
Bedrooms
2,656
Square Feet
0.45
Acres
$875,000 | 263 Linden Avenue, Lake Forest, IL 60045
1/30
7

$875,000

Sold 08/18/25

4
Bedrooms
2,848
Square Feet
0.57
Acres
a front view of a house with a yard table and chairs
1/9
8

$1,022,000

Sold 02/27/26

4
Bedrooms
3,072
Square Feet
0.97
Acres
a front view of a house with a yard and garage
1/36
9

$950,000

Sold 10/08/25

4
Bedrooms
2,981
Square Feet
0.58
Acres

Location

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Building Information for 720 Buena Road

Stories-Year Built1986Building Size-Lot Size-

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Property Information for 720 Buena 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 Ownership: Owned
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: East
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Fee Includes: Common Insurance
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 11
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Park, Lake, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Bath Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower,Double Sink,Soaking Tub
  • Basement Type: Partial
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Basement Description: Partially Finished, Crawl
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room, Office, Recreation Room, Foyer, Utility Room-Lower Level, Walk In Closet
  • Num of Baths: 2.1
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Appliances: Oven-Double, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Range Hood, Gas Cooktop
  • Other Equipment: Humidifier, Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn, Water Heater-Gas
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Patio, Fire Pit
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: No
  • Age: 31-40 Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Description: Fenced Yard
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 109X165X112X150
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick, Cedar, Stone
  • Roof Type: Other
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 3
  • Document Date: 2024-05-09T20:32:37
  • Photos Count: 30
  • Rural: N
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: None
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full, Double Sink, Whirlpool & Sep Shwr
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 20X17
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 12X12
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 12X12
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 12X12
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 20X13
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 20X14
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 13X12
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 18X7
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 20X13
Walk In Closet 1 Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Walk In Closet
  • Dimensions: 8X6
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Dimensions: 18X14
Recreation Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Dimensions: 29X26
Office Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Office
  • Dimensions: 13X10
Breakfast Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
  • Dimensions: 16X10
Utility Room Lower Level Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Utility Room-Lower Level
  • Dimensions: 14X11

Property History for 720 Buena Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 24, 2024

Sold

MRED #12045969

$1,127,500
Jun 17, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1534917391

$1,127,500
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/24/2024

Sold

MRED #12045969

$1,127,500
06/17/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1534917391

$1,127,500

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

Public Records for 720 Buena Road

Taxable ValueLand$103,019Additions$218,315Total$321,334
Tax Record2025$17,482 ($1,457 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt3,160 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,160 SqFtStories2StyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1986Year Renovated1991CountyLAKEAPN16-05-402-067Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 720 Buena 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

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 720 Buena Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045
$1,127,500
4
3,160
$460,000
17,318
$925,000
5
3,736
16,727
$799,000
4
3,428
17,646
$950,000
6
4,657
20,573
$1,150,000
5
3,594
18,730

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