Sold
Last Sold Price
6 beds3,818 sqft$320/sqft
880 Mellody Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.92 acresLot Size
1975Year Built
$320/sq ftPrice per sq ft
3 carsParking Spaces

Description

This fresh and pristine Colonial home situated on nearly an acre in centrally located Lake Forest offers remarkable living space and is in move-in condition. Freshly painted and beautifully appointed, this home has a terrific flow for family and entertaining. The gourmet kitchen is inviting and offers gorgeous cabinetry, granite counters, a large island with seating for 4 people, Thermador appliances, and an eating area that overlooks the lush backyard and patio. Hardwood floors throughout the home...This fresh and pristine Colonial home situated on nearly an acre in centrally located Lake Forest offers remarkable living space and is in move-in condition. Freshly painted and beautifully appointed, this home has a terrific flow for family and entertaining. The gourmet kitchen is inviting and offers gorgeous cabinetry, granite counters, a large island with seating for 4 people, Thermador appliances, and an eating area that overlooks the lush backyard and patio. Hardwood floors throughout the home and new Andersen windows. The adjacent family room is a great gathering place as it offers ample seating, a wood burning fireplace, a game table area and large custom bar. First floor bedroom with en suite bathroom currently used as the home office. First floor also includes large laundry room, mudroom with custom cabinetry, living room with fireplace and dining room. Primary bedroom is located on second level and is complete with a walk-in closet and primary bath. Three additional generous sized bedrooms share the hall bath. The basement was finished in 2017 and offers much more living space. A large recreation room, a 6th bedroom and full bath, lots of storage, a space for the yoga enthusiast and a 1400 bottle wine cellar! Large fenced-in yard with mature trees, lots of patio space and a 3 car garage. Enjoy the nearby Open Lands, convenient access to downtown Lake Forest, park and beaches, Metra and major highways.

    Sold By john greene, Realtor

    Listing closed: 07/17/2023 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 11793061

    Recent comparable sales

    Median sold price

    $1,399,000

    Avg days on market

    30

    Sale-to-list ratio

    96.6%

    Lake Forest, IL

    9 comparable properties found

    $1,175,000 | 617 East Illinois Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045
    1/48
    1

    $1,175,000

    Sold 01/30/25

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    3,711
    Square Feet
    0.3
    Acres
    a view of a house with a yard
    1/36
    2

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    Sold 03/16/26

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    3,446
    Square Feet
    0.25
    Acres
    a front view of a house with a yard and garage
    1/65
    3

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    Sold 05/02/25

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    4,000
    Square Feet
    0.6
    Acres
    a front view of a house with garden
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    4

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    Square Feet
    0.54
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    a front view of house with yard and green space
    1/40
    6

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    Sold 11/14/24

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    7

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    4,036
    Square Feet
    0.35
    Acres
    $1,399,000 | 1124 Fairview Avenue, Lake Forest, IL 60045
    1/15
    8

    $1,399,000

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    Square Feet
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    a front view of a house with a yard
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    9

    $1,500,000

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    5
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    3,496
    Square Feet
    0.5
    Acres

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    Property Information for 880 Mellody Road

    Property Details
    • Taxes: $21,437 / year
    • MLS Type: Detached Single / 2 Stories
    • County: Lake County
    • Area: Lake Forest
    • Subdivision: Deerpath Farm
    • 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: 2
    • Heat/Fuel: Natural Gas, Forced Air
    • Architectural Style: Colonial
    Building Information
    • Year Built: 1975
    • Lot Size: 0.92 AC / 40,075 SF
    General Information
    School Information
    • Elementary School District: 67
    • Elementary School: Everett 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)
    • Garage On Site: true
    • Garage Ownership: Owned
    • Garage Type: Attached
    • Parking: Garage
    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: Bar-Wet, Hardwood Floors, First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Laundry, First Floor Full Bath
    • Num Of Rooms: 10
    • Bedrooms Total: 5
    • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 1
    • Bath Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink,Soaking Tub
    • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
    • Basement Type: Full
    • Bedrooms Possible: 6
    • Air Conditioning: Central Air
    • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
    • Basement Description: Finished
    • Dining Room: Separate
    • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
    • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room
    • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6
    • Num of Baths: 4.1
    Exterior Features
    • Type: 2 Stories
    Utilities / Equipment
    • Sewer: Sewer-Public
    • Water: Lake Michigan
    • Appliances: Oven-Double, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Wine Cooler/Refrigerator
    • Other Equipment: Security System, CO Detectors, Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn, Backup Sump Pump;
    Property/Lot Information
    • Exterior Property Features: Patio, Brick Paver Patio
    • New Construction YN: No
    • Rebuilt: No
    • Rehabilitated: No
    • Built Before 1978: Yes
    • Age: 41-50 Years
    • Type Detached: 2 Stories
    • Total Sq Ft: 0
    • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
    • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
    • Lot Description: Common Grounds, Fenced Yard
    • Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre
    • Lot Dimensions: 158X201X232X213
    • Waterfront: No
    • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
    • Driveway: Asphalt
    • Exterior Building Type: Brick
    • Roof Type: Asphalt
    • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
    • North Coordinate: 26
    • West Coordinate: 11
    • Living Area Source: Assessor
    Property and Assessments
    • Public Document Count: 1
    • Document Date: 2023-05-31T15:39:06
    • Photos Count: 37
    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
    • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 20X14
    Bedroom #2 Information
    • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 2
    • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 17X13
    Bedroom #3 Information
    • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 3
    • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 15X14
    Bedroom #4 Information
    • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 4
    • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 17X12
    Bedroom #5 Information
    • 5th Bedroom Level: Main
    • Room Type: Bedroom 5
    • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 13X13
    Bedroom #6 Information
    • 6th Bedroom Level: Basement
    • Room Type: Bedroom 6
    • Bedroom #6 Room Dimensions: 12X11
    Dining Room Information
    • Dining Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
    • Dining Room Dimensions: 19X12
    Family Room Information
    • Family Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_FR: Family Room
    • Family Room Dimensions: 22X14
    Kitchen Information
    • Kitchen Level: Main
    • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
    • Kitchen Dimensions: 22X16
    Laundry Information
    • Laundry Level: Main
    • Room Type: Laundry
    • Laundry Dimensions: 13X13
    Living Room Information
    • Living Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Living Room
    • Living Room Dimensions: 23X13

    Property History for 880 Mellody Road

    DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
    Jul 17, 2023

    Sold

    MRED #11793061

    $1,220,000
    Jun 23, 2023

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #1515939876

    $1,220,000

    +1.6% / yr

    Jun 1, 2023

    Pending

    MRED #11793061

    DateEvent & SourcePrice
    07/17/2023

    Sold

    MRED #11793061

    $1,220,000
    06/23/2023

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #1515939876

    $1,220,000

    +1.6% / yr

    06/01/2023

    Pending

    MRED #11793061

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

    Public Records for 880 Mellody Road

    Taxable ValueLand$167,903Additions$318,640Total$486,543
    Tax Record2025$25,479 ($2,123 / month)
    Home Facts
    Beds0Baths3Total Finished SqFt3,818 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,818 SqFtStories2Lot Size40,154 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1975CountyLAKEAPN12-31-403-024Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

    Schools near 880 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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    Nearby home values

    AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
    This home: 880 Mellody Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045
    $1,220,000
    6
    3,818
    40,075
    2,742
    40,541
    $533,500
    3
    $1,770,000
    4,988
    39,766
    $1,100,000
    5
    5,500
    38,960
    3.5
    4,041
    40,415

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