785 Valley Road

Closed 3/30/18Virtual Tour
Closed 3/30/18Virtual Tour
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$807,000
3 beds3,020 sqft

785 Valley Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045

Single FamilyProperty Type
0.5 acresLot Size
1984Year Built
$267/sq ftPrice per sq ft
$525/yrHOA Fees
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Beautifully updated classic colonial with large private yard, backs to wooded nature conservation w/ walking trails to ponds and Waveland park. This exquisite home features an updated Chefs kitchen boasting Viking, Sub-Zero, and Bosch appliances as well as a deluxe Miele espresso machine. Luxe bathrooms, high ceilings, hardwood floors throughout, large sunny rooms , 1st fl office w/built-ins, finished lower level, prof. landscaping, large deck, and fire pit for your enjoyment, are just a few special...Beautifully updated classic colonial with large private yard, backs to wooded nature conservation w/ walking trails to ponds and Waveland park. This exquisite home features an updated Chefs kitchen boasting Viking, Sub-Zero, and Bosch appliances as well as a deluxe Miele espresso machine. Luxe bathrooms, high ceilings, hardwood floors throughout, large sunny rooms , 1st fl office w/built-ins, finished lower level, prof. landscaping, large deck, and fire pit for your enjoyment, are just a few special highlights of this picture perfect retreat. Well maintained and move in ready, this home provides both the privacy and luxury finishes you've been looking for! Conveniently located to expressways, 26 miles to Chicago, 1.3 miles to train station and walking distance to Cherokee elementary school. A must see! Plans for expansion available.

    Sold By Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices KoenigRubloff

    • Listed by: Dawn Wheldon 847.331.4989 dwheldon@koenigrubloff.com • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
    Listing closed: 03/30/2018 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 09682890
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    Median sold price

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    Avg days on market

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    Sale-to-list ratio

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    Property Information for 785 Valley Road

    Property Details

    • Taxes: $13,408 / year
    • MLS Type: Detached Single / 2 Stories
    • County: Lake County
    • Area: Lake Forest
    • Subdivision: THE PONDS
    • Township: WEST DEERFIELD
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
    • Num Of Garage Spaces: 2.0
    • Num Of Cars: 2.0
    • Air Conditioning Type: Central Air
    • Num of Interior Fireplaces: 2
    • Heat/Fuel: Natural Gas, Forced Air
    • Architectural Style: Colonial

    Building Information

    • Year Built: 1984
    • Lot Size: 0.50 AC / 21,780 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
    • Garage On Site: true
    • Garage Ownership: Owned
    • Garage Type: Attached
    • Parking: Garage
    Taxes and HOA Information
    • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
    • Association Fee Includes: Other
    • Master Association Fee: No
    • Additional Parcels: No

    Property Information

    Interior Features
    • Interior Property Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, First Floor Laundry
    • Num Of Rooms: 10
    • Bedrooms Total: 3
    • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
    • Community Features: Lake, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
    • Attic: Unfinished
    • Bath Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink,Soaking Tub
    • Basement Type: Partial
    • Bedrooms Possible: 3
    • Air Conditioning: Central Air
    • Basement Description: Partially Finished, Crawl, Exterior Access
    • Dining Room: Separate
    • Basement Bathrooms: No
    • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Master Bedroom
    • Room Type: Breakfast Room, Office, Recreation Room
    • Num of Baths: 2.1
    Exterior Features
    • Type: 2 Stories
    Utilities / Equipment
    • Sewer: Sewer-Public
    • Water: Lake Michigan
    • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
    Property/Lot Information
    • Exterior Property Features: Deck
    • New Construction YN: No
    • Rebuilt: No
    • Rehabilitated: Yes
    • Rehab Year: 2009
    • Built Before 1978: No
    • Age: 31-40 Years
    • Type Detached: 2 Stories
    • Total Sq Ft: 3020
    • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 3695
    • Main Sq Ft: 1511
    • Upper Sq Ft: 1509
    • Lot Description: Landscaped Professionally
    • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
    • Lot Dimensions: 152X133X158X86
    • Waterfront: No
    • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
    • Driveway: Asphalt
    • Exterior Building Type: Frame
    • General Information: School Bus Service
    • North Coordinate: 25
    • South Coordinate: 0
    • East Coordinate: 0
    • West Coordinate: 10
    • Below Grade Finished Area: 675.0
    • Living Area Source: Assessor
    • Assessor Square Footage: 3020
    • Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 358
    Property and Assessments
    • Public Document Count: 2
    • Document Date: 2017-07-10T17:47:00
    • Photos Count: 31
    Virtual Tour/Additional Media
    • Virtual Tour: None
    • Additional Media Type 1: Video

    Room Information

    Master Bedroom Information
    • Master Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Master Bedroom
    • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
    • Master Bedroom Flooring: Hardwood
    • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 14X17
    Bedroom #2 Information
    • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 2
    • 2nd Bedroom Flooring: Hardwood
    • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 14X15
    Bedroom #3 Information
    • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 3
    • 3rd Bedroom Flooring: Hardwood
    • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 14X13
    Dining Room Information
    • Dining Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
    • Dining Room Flooring: Hardwood
    • Dining Room Dimensions: 16X13
    Family Room Information
    • Family Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_FR: Family Room
    • Family Room Flooring: Hardwood
    • Family Room Dimensions: 19X14
    Kitchen Information
    • Kitchen Level: Main
    • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
    • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Breakfast Bar,Eating Area-Table Space
    • Kitchen Flooring: Hardwood
    • Kitchen Dimensions: 12X11
    Laundry Information
    • Laundry Level: Main
    • Room Type: Laundry
    • Laundry Flooring: Other
    • Laundry Dimensions: 12X8
    Living Room Information
    • Living Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Living Room
    • Living Room Flooring: Hardwood
    • Living Room Dimensions: 19X14
    Additional Room #1 Information
    • Addtl Room 1 Flooring: Hardwood
    Additional Room #2 Information
    • Addtl Room 2 Flooring: Hardwood
    Additional Room #3 Information
    • Addtl Room 3 Flooring: Carpet
    Recreation Room Information
    • Room Level: Basement
    • Room Type: Recreation Room
    • Dimensions: 27X25
    Office Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Office
    • Dimensions: 14X9
    Breakfast Room Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Breakfast Room
    • Dimensions: 11X11

    Property History for 785 Valley Road

    DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
    Mar 30, 2018

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #619282446

    		$807,000—
    Mar 30, 2018

    Sold

    MRED #09682890

    		$807,000—
    Dec 21, 2017

    Pending

    MRED #09682890

    		—
    DateEvent & SourcePrice
    03/30/2018

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #619282446

    $807,000
    03/30/2018

    Sold

    MRED #09682890

    $807,000
    12/21/2017

    Pending

    MRED #09682890

    —

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

    Public Records for 785 Valley Road

    Taxable Value

    Land

    $103,019

    Additions

    $201,674
    Total$304,693

    Tax Record

    2025

    $16,325 ($1,360 / month)

    Home Facts

    Beds

    4

    Baths

    2.5

    Total Finished SqFt

    3,020 SqFt

    Above Grade Finished SqFt

    3,020 SqFt

    Stories

    2

    Style

    Single Family Residence

    Year Built

    1984

    County

    LAKE

    APN

    16-04-301-073

    Fireplace Type

    Has Fireplace

    Schools near 785 Valley Road

    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

    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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