Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds1,144 sqft

889 N McKinley Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045

Single FamilyProperty Type
0.02 acresLot Size
1900Year Built
$412/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Highest and Best due by: 12/23/2024 at 6:00 p.m. Charming Ranch in the Heart of Downtown Lake Forest! You cannot get a better price or location! Located on a corner lot directly across from the Metra station, this delightful home offers timeless charm and unbeatable convenience. Relax on the inviting sun porch - perfect spot for watching the world go by. Inside, a spacious living room and formal dining room provide ample space for hosting dinner parties and gatherings. The kitchen features plenty...Highest and Best due by: 12/23/2024 at 6:00 p.m. Charming Ranch in the Heart of Downtown Lake Forest! You cannot get a better price or location! Located on a corner lot directly across from the Metra station, this delightful home offers timeless charm and unbeatable convenience. Relax on the inviting sun porch - perfect spot for watching the world go by. Inside, a spacious living room and formal dining room provide ample space for hosting dinner parties and gatherings. The kitchen features plenty of maple cabinetry and white appliances, offering so much functionality. Freshly painted interiors and newer windows throughout bring in natural light, enhancing the home's cozy feel. The partially finished basement includes a versatile rec space complete with a bar and game area, ideal for entertaining or casual fun. There is also a full attic that could be built out to add an upstairs primary suite. This home is an estate sale and is being sold "as is!" Don't miss the opportunity to make this super cute property your own while enjoying all "small town" charm Lake Forest has to offer: award-winning schools, shopping, Starbuck, Dunkin, Market Square with plenty of village activities just beyond your door! Act quickly-this gem won't last long!
Listing Agent
  1. Jacqueline Koukol

    Jacqueline Koukol

    Listing Agent

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    jackiek@cbrealty.com

    P: (847) 736-4610

    M: (847) 736-4610

Sold By NextHome Oak Street Realty

Listing closed: 01/28/2025 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 12223602
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Property Information for 889 North McKinley Road

Property Details

  • Taxes: $3,234 / year
  • MLS Type: Detached Single / None
  • County: Lake County
  • Area: Lake Forest
  • Township: Shields
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Air Conditioning Type: Central Air
  • Heat/Fuel: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod

Building Information

  • Year Built: 1900
  • Lot Size: 0.02 AC / 1,000 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
  • Parking: Space/s
  • Parking Details: Driveway, Alley Access
  • Parking On Site: true
  • Parking Ownership: N/A
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: West
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Property Information

Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 7
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Attic: Pull Down Stair,Unfinished
  • Bath Amenities: Soaking Tub
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Basement Description: Partially Finished
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: Enclosed Porch, Recreation Room, Foyer
  • Num of Baths: 1.0
Exterior Features
  • Type: None
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Dishwasher-Portable, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: None
  • Total Sq Ft: 1899
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 1899
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 1899
  • Lower Sq Ft: 755
  • Main Sq Ft: 1144
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot, Fenced Yard, Streetlights
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 50X20
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Exterior Building Type: Aluminum Siding
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Block, Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: Commuter Train
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Assessor Square Footage: 1144
  • Lot Size Source: County Records
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 1
  • Document Date: 2024-12-09T23:31:11
  • Photos Count: 29
  • Rural: N
  • 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: None
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 16X11
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 14X8
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 9X8
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: 15X11
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 14X9
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 15X8
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 15X11
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Dimensions: 5X4
Recreation Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Dimensions: 19X13
Enclosed Porch Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Enclosed Porch
  • Dimensions: 18X6

Property History for 889 North McKinley Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 28, 2025

Sold

MRED #12223602

$471,000—
Jan 14, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1549906855

$471,000—
Dec 25, 2024

Pending

MRED #12223602

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/28/2025

Sold

MRED #12223602

$471,000
01/14/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1549906855

$471,000
12/25/2024

Pending

MRED #12223602

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Public Records for 889 North McKinley Road

Taxable Value

Land

$34,712

Additions

$41,176
Total$75,888

Tax Record

2025

$3,416 ($285 / month)

Home Facts

Beds

0

Baths

1

Total Finished SqFt

1,144 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

1,144 SqFt

Stories

1

Lot Size

2,666 SqFt

Style

Single Family Residence

Year Built

1900

County

LAKE

APN

12-28-315-035

Schools near 889 North McKinley 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

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