Sold
Last Sold Price
4 beds5,931 sqft
796 E Deerpath Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.61 acresLot Size
1958Year Built
$513/sq ftPrice per sq ft
3 carsParking Spaces

Description

Completely transformed in 2004 by Landmark Development, this thoughtfully designed home showcases high-quality craftsmanship, luxury finishes, and convenient service features all located on a beautifully landscaped property in the heart of East Lake Forest. With over 5,900 square feet of above-grade living space, the first-floor highlights include a living room with an oversized bay window and raised coffered ceilings; a private home office; a den with french doors to a bluestone patio; a large formal...Completely transformed in 2004 by Landmark Development, this thoughtfully designed home showcases high-quality craftsmanship, luxury finishes, and convenient service features all located on a beautifully landscaped property in the heart of East Lake Forest. With over 5,900 square feet of above-grade living space, the first-floor highlights include a living room with an oversized bay window and raised coffered ceilings; a private home office; a den with french doors to a bluestone patio; a large formal dining room with bay window and fireplace; custom painted butler's pantry with Peacock cabinetry and walnut counters; a sun-filled breakfast room overlooking the backyard; and a dream kitchen that's open to the family room featuring custom built-ins and a gas fireplace. The convenient service hall from the garage provides a mud room, powder room, laundry room, service pantry, and elevator access to all floors. Upstairs, a large stair hall provides cozy nooks and custom window seats. The primary suite offers a sumptuously appointed bedroom with vaulted ceiling, hers and his closets, and bathroom with infinity soaking tub, double vanity, and separate commode. Three additional bedrooms include one with a private en-suite bath and two that access a jack-and-jill bath. The lovely yard has been professionally landscaped by Rocco Fiore Landscaping and offers superb privacy from surrounding properties. In the backyard is a Lannon stone water feature set amongst a backdrop of giant arborvitae. In the front, a crushed stone circular driveway provides ample parking and a large front lawn showcasing a specimen Austrian Pine trained to grow in the manner of an Indian trail tree. Additional features throughout the property include a heated 3-car garage with a dog shower, a generator, and heated floors in the primary bath, garage, breakfast room, and basement. Don't miss this sophisticated home in an unbeatable location just a couple of blocks from the beach and a short distance to town.

Listing Agents

  1. Lori Baker

    Lori Baker

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (847) 863-1791

    M: (847) 863-1791

  2. Alissa McNicholas

    Alissa McNicholas

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (847) 530-3098

    M: (847) 530-3098

Sold By Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

Listing closed: 11/21/2022 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 11625939

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Avg days on market

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Sale-to-list ratio

1122.8%

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Property Information for 796 East Deerpath Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $35,131 / year
  • MLS Type: Detached Single / 2 Stories
  • County: Lake County
  • Area: Lake Forest
  • Township: Shields
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Num Of Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Num Of Cars: 3.0
  • Parking Included in Price: Yes
  • Air Conditioning Type: Central Air
  • Num of Interior Fireplaces: 3
  • Heat/Fuel: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Radiant, Zoned
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1958
  • Lot Size: 0.61 AC / 26,658 SF
General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 67
  • Elementary School: Sheridan 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), Heated
  • Garage On Site: true
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Parking: Garage
  • Parking On Site: true
  • Parking Ownership: Owned
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: North, South
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, Bar-Wet, Elevator, Hardwood Floors, Heated Floors, First Floor Laundry, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases
  • Num Of Rooms: 11
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Lake, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Attic: Full,Pull Down Stair
  • Bath Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink,Soaking Tub
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Basement Sq Ft: 2222
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room,Dining Room
  • Room Type: Den, Breakfast Room, Office, Foyer, Pantry
  • Num of Baths: 3.2
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public, Sewer-Storm
  • Water: Lake Michigan, Public
  • Appliances: Oven-Double, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Cooktop, Range Hood
  • Other Equipment: Humidifier, Security System, CO Detectors, Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Patio, Storms/Screens
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2004
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 61-70 Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 5931
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 5931
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 8153
  • Main Sq Ft: 3633
  • Upper Sq Ft: 2298
  • Lot Description: Landscaped Professionally
  • Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 126X172X125X212
  • Zero Lot Line: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Driveway: Gravel,Circular
  • Exterior Building Type: Cedar, Shakes, Limestone
  • Roof Type: Shake
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: Commuter Train,Historical District
  • North Coordinate: 26
  • South Coordinate: 0
  • East Coordinate: 0
  • West Coordinate: 9
  • Living Area Source: Plans
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 1
  • Document Date: 2022-09-09T17:41:28
  • Photos Count: 60
  • Rural: N
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full, Double Sink, Tub & Separate Shwr
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 20X20
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 16X15
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 16X11
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 14X11
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 21X17
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 19X15
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 15X15
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 8X6
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 27X17
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Dimensions: 18X12
Office Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Office
  • Dimensions: 14X11
Pantry Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Pantry
  • Dimensions: 6X5
Den Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Den
  • Dimensions: 15X11
Breakfast Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
  • Dimensions: 18X16

Property History for 796 East Deerpath Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 21, 2022

Sold

MRED #11625939

$3,045,000
Sep 15, 2022

Pending

MRED #11625939

Sep 9, 2022

Listed (Active)

MRED #11625939

$2,995,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/21/2022

Sold

MRED #11625939

$3,045,000
09/15/2022

Pending

MRED #11625939

09/09/2022

Listed (Active)

MRED #11625939

$2,995,000

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

Public Records for 796 East Deerpath Road

Taxable ValueLand$187,239Additions$462,104Total$649,343
Tax Record2019$32,629 ($2,719 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt4,969 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,969 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt2,534 SqFtStories2Lot Size26,660 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1958Year Renovated1974CountyLAKEAPN12332030020000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 796 East Deerpath Road

This home is within Lake Forest School District 67.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 4
Public - 5 to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Sheridan Elementary School
PublicPK 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

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This home: 796 East Deerpath Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045
$3,045,000
4
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26,658
$3,045,000
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