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Last Sold Price
5 beds6,292 sqft
900 Maplewood Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
Single FamilyProperty Type
1.82 acresLot Size
1950Year Built
$339/sq ftPrice per sq ft
3 carsParking Spaces

Description

A slice of paradise in East Lake Forest! This absolutely special masterpiece home hosts many magnificent features. The gallery foyer welcomes you! The woodwork in the living room is unique and has a story! You will love the hidden bar, bay window and grand fireplace. There is a first floor sun room with the most spectacular and soothing views. The formal dining room also has a gorgeous fireplace. The kitchen features a quaint separate eating area, granite counters and stunning views. The first floor...A slice of paradise in East Lake Forest! This absolutely special masterpiece home hosts many magnificent features. The gallery foyer welcomes you! The woodwork in the living room is unique and has a story! You will love the hidden bar, bay window and grand fireplace. There is a first floor sun room with the most spectacular and soothing views. The formal dining room also has a gorgeous fireplace. The kitchen features a quaint separate eating area, granite counters and stunning views. The first floor also hosts a remarkable mud room which could accommodate a fitness room. The 5th bedroom is an "en-suite" and is located on the first floor and is currently being used as a grand office with a fireplace. The first floor family room, with its soaring beamed ceilings has gleaming hardwood floors and a lovely fireplace. The master suite "get-a-way" has a lovely bay window, walk in closet and a very spacious bath! There is a second en-suite on the 2nd floor. You'll appreciate the 2nd floor laundry room. There is a great theater in the lower level and an abundance of storage! The back yard is truthfully a gardener's paradise! The elegant pool sits among a beautiful blue stone patio. There is also an outdoor accessed bathroom which is perfect when one has a pool! The gardens are "hit out of the park" sensational. The home sits near a beautiful ravine and the setting really is one of a kind. It sits in a peaceful location just minutes to the beach!

    Sold By Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

    • Listed by: Maureen O'Grady-Tuohy 847.845.6444 mogrady@bhhschicago.com • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
    • Listed by: Jean Anderson 847.460.5412 janderson@bhhschicago.com • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
    Listing closed: 08/23/2021 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 10847513

    Recent comparable sales

    Median sold price

    $2,065,000

    Avg days on market

    42

    Sale-to-list ratio

    89.9%

    Lake Forest, IL

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    Square Feet
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    a front view of a house with a yard and shrubs
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    7,325
    Square Feet
    1.40
    Acres

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    Property Information for 900 Maplewood Road

    Property Details
    • Taxes: $39,906 / 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
    • Air Conditioning Type: Central Air
    • Num of Interior Fireplaces: 4
    • Heat/Fuel: Natural Gas
    • Architectural Style: Traditional
    Building Information
    • Year Built: 1950
    • Lot Size: 1.82 AC / 79,218 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 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 Frequency: Not Required
    • Additional Parcels: No
    Property Information
    Interior Features
    • Interior Property Features: First Floor Bedroom
    • Num Of Rooms: 11
    • Bedrooms Total: 5
    • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
    • Community Features: Pool
    • Attic: Pull Down Stair
    • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
    • Basement Type: Partial
    • Bedrooms Possible: 5
    • Air Conditioning: Central Air
    • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
    • Basement Description: Partially Finished
    • Dining Room: Separate
    • Basement Bathrooms: No
    • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room,Other
    • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Breakfast Room, Sun Room, Office, Utility Room-2nd Floor
    • Num of Baths: 5.1
    Exterior Features
    • Type: 2 Stories
    Utilities / Equipment
    • Sewer: Sewer-Public
    • Water: Lake Michigan
    • Appliances: Oven-Double, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
    • Other Equipment: Water-Softener Owned, TV-Cable
    Property/Lot Information
    • Exterior Property Features: Patio, Pool In-Ground
    • New Construction YN: No
    • Rebuilt: No
    • Rehabilitated: No
    • Built Before 1978: Yes
    • Age: 61-70 Years
    • Type Detached: 2 Stories
    • Total Sq Ft: 0
    • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
    • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
    • Lot Description: Wooded
    • Lot Size: 1.0-1.99 Acres
    • Lot Dimensions: 543X87X77X265.85X405.80
    • Waterfront: No
    • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
    • Driveway: Asphalt
    • Exterior Building Type: Brick, Cedar
    • Roof Type: Shake
    • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
    • General Information: None
    • North Coordinate: 26
    • South Coordinate: 0
    • East Coordinate: 0
    • West Coordinate: 10
    • Living Area Source: Assessor
    Property and Assessments
    • Buyer Financing: Conventional
    • Public Document Count: 1
    • Document Date: 2021-03-02T22:53:19
    • Photos Count: 28
    Virtual Tour/Additional Media
    • Virtual Tour: None
    • Virtual Tour YN: No
    • Virtual Tour Date: 09-30-2020
    Room Information
    Master Bedroom Information
    • Master Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Master Bedroom
    • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
    • Master Bedroom Flooring: Carpet
    • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 19X16
    Bedroom #2 Information
    • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 2
    • 2nd Bedroom Flooring: Carpet
    • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 20X13
    Bedroom #3 Information
    • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 3
    • 3rd Bedroom Flooring: Carpet
    • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 14X13
    Bedroom #4 Information
    • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 4
    • 4th Bedroom Flooring: Carpet
    • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 15X12
    Bedroom #5 Information
    • 5th Bedroom Level: Main
    • Room Type: Bedroom 5
    • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 15X13
    Dining Room Information
    • Dining Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
    • Dining Room Flooring: Hardwood
    • Dining Room Dimensions: 18X15
    Family Room Information
    • Family Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_FR: Family Room
    • Family Room Flooring: Hardwood
    • Family Room Dimensions: 25X18
    Kitchen Information
    • Kitchen Level: Main
    • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
    • Kitchen Type: Galley
    • Kitchen Flooring: Other
    • Kitchen Dimensions: 18X10
    Laundry Information
    • Laundry Level: Second
    • Room Type: Laundry
    • Laundry Flooring: Ceramic Tile
    • Laundry Dimensions: 9X7
    Living Room Information
    • Living Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Living Room
    • Living Room Flooring: Hardwood
    • Living Room Dimensions: 31X18
    Additional Room #1 Information
    • Addtl Room 1 Flooring: Carpet
    Additional Room #3 Information
    • Addtl Room 3 Flooring: Ceramic Tile
    Additional Room #4 Information
    • Addtl Room 4 Flooring: Ceramic Tile
    • Addtl Room 4 Window Treatments: None
    Additional Room #5 Information
    • Addtl Room 5 Flooring: Other
    • Addtl Room 5 Window Treatments: None
    Office Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Office
    • Dimensions: 13X15
    Breakfast Room Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Breakfast Room
    • Dimensions: 14X13
    Sun Room Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Sun Room
    • Dimensions: 13X15
    Utility Room 2nd Floor Information
    • Room Level: Second
    • Room Type: Utility Room-2nd Floor
    • Dimensions: 10X6

    Property History for 900 Maplewood Road

    DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
    Aug 23, 2021

    Sold

    MRED #10847513

    $2,130,000
    Aug 16, 2021

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #1474657247

    $2,130,000

    -1.5% / yr

    Apr 21, 2021

    Contingent

    MRED #10847513

    DateEvent & SourcePrice
    08/23/2021

    Sold

    MRED #10847513

    $2,130,000
    08/16/2021

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #1474657247

    $2,130,000

    -1.5% / yr

    04/21/2021

    Contingent

    MRED #10847513

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

    Public Records for 900 Maplewood Road

    Taxable ValueLand$565,674Additions$367,996Total$933,670
    Tax Record2025$50,756 ($4,230 / month)
    Home Facts
    Beds0Baths5.5Total Finished SqFt5,639 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt5,639 SqFtStories2Lot Size79,236 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1947CountyLAKEAPN12-34-303-009Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

    Schools near 900 Maplewood 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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    This home: 900 Maplewood Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045
    $2,130,000
    5
    6,292
    79,218
    $3,150,000
    8
    7,893
    44,866
    5,722
    30,300
    $1,886,500
    5
    4,307
    49,222
    $2,050,000
    6
    5,630
    58,370
    $4,000,000
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    38,332

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