731 Mellody Rd

2,866 Sq. Ft.
$297 / Sq. Ft.
2,866
Sq. Ft.
$297
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Sprawling 50's ranch in prime location to schools and downtown Lake Forest. 33 x 14 Sunroom with slate floor, wet bar, vaulted ceiling, skylights and sliding doors to fenced backyard. Sunroom is back-to-back with living room and has 2 entries from the living room. Paneled den with vaulted and beamed ceiling can also serve as office or another bedroom as it has a closet. Kitchen with island, plenty of cabinets with pull out drawers, newer refrigerator, stove, ovens, stone floor and breakfast nook...Sprawling 50's ranch in prime location to schools and downtown Lake Forest. 33 x 14 Sunroom with slate floor, wet bar, vaulted ceiling, skylights and sliding doors to fenced backyard. Sunroom is back-to-back with living room and has 2 entries from the living room. Paneled den with vaulted and beamed ceiling can also serve as office or another bedroom as it has a closet. Kitchen with island, plenty of cabinets with pull out drawers, newer refrigerator, stove, ovens, stone floor and breakfast nook that accommodates table. Hall bath remodeled with Kohler cast iron tub, new tile, toilet, and granite countertop. 3rd bedroom and full bath are in the basement. Garage has epoxy floor and built-in cabinets. 2,866 sq ft AS IS sale.
  1. Listed by Suzie Hempstead • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
    P: (847)-910-8465 C: (847)-910-8465 shempstead@bhhschicago.com

Property Details for 731 Mellody Road

Area
Lake Forest
Township
Shields
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, Baseboard
LISTING UPDATED: 02/03/2026 12:53 PM

Property Details for 731 Mellody Road

StatusNew
MLS #12553044
Days on Market1
Taxes$15,090 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 1 Story
Year Built1958
Lot Size0.54 AC / 23,387 SF
CountyLake County

Location

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Building Information for 731 Mellody Road

Stories-Year Built1958Building Size-Lot Size0.54 AC / 23,387 SF

Payment Calculator

$5,400 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,143

Property Taxes

$1,258

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 731 Mellody Road

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 67
  • 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: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s)
  • Num Of Rooms: 7
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 1
  • Community Features: Curbs, Street Paved
  • Attic: Unfinished
  • Bath Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Gas Starter
  • Basement Type: Partially Finished, Crawl Space, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Room Type: Den, Sun Room
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Type: 1 Story
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Oven
  • Other Equipment: Security System, Ceiling Fan(s)
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 61-70 Years
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Description: Landscaped Professionally, Wooded
  • Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 202X83X180X180
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Brick
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Assessor Square Footage: 2866
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 1
  • Document Date: 2026-02-03T17:32:41
  • Photos Count: 29
  • 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: 12X17
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 17X12
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 20X17
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: 17X13
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 17X13
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Laundry
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 27X15
Den Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Den
  • Dimensions: 17X12
Sun Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sun Room
  • Dimensions: 33X14

Property History for 731 Mellody Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 3, 2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12553044

$850,000
Feb 25, 2016

Sold

MRED #09021046

$525,000
Feb 24, 2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #566691307

$525,000
Nov 30, 2015

Listed (Active)

MRED #09021046

$637,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/03/2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12553044

$850,000
02/25/2016

Sold

MRED #09021046

$525,000
02/24/2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #566691307

$525,000
11/30/2015

Listed (Active)

MRED #09021046

$637,000

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

Public Records for 731 Mellody Road

Taxable ValueLand$118,061Additions$149,887Total$267,948
Tax Record2024$14,538 ($1,212 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,866 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,866 SqFtStories1Lot Size23,387 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1958CountyLAKEAPN12-32-308-001Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 731 Mellody 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
Everett 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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731 Mellody Road is a single family home for sale in Lake Forest, IL 60045. This property was listed for sale on February 3, 2026 by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago, it's currently listed at $850,000. It has been on the market for a total of 1 days and was last sold on February 25, 2016. This listing's school districts are Lake Forest Chsd 115 School District, Lake Forest School District 67. Nearby schools include Everett Elementary School, Deer Path Middle School East and Deer Path Middle School West. 731 Mellody Road is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 2,866 sqft single family home built in 1958.

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