161 Washington Cir

2,500 Sq. Ft.
$332 / Sq. Ft.
2,500
Sq. Ft.
$332
per Sq. Ft.

Description

EAST Lake Forest Wonderfully updated home inside and out! Walk to downtown, train, park and tennis courts. Welcome to a home with so much historical character and feel, yet all the modern features you could want. Dark hardwood floors, crown moulding, and plantation shutters give elegance to the home. Updated chefs kitchen, boasting high-end stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, microwave drawer, and wine fridge. Lighting inside and below the upper cabinets, and the open shelving above the...EAST Lake Forest Wonderfully updated home inside and out! Walk to downtown, train, park and tennis courts. Welcome to a home with so much historical character and feel, yet all the modern features you could want. Dark hardwood floors, crown moulding, and plantation shutters give elegance to the home. Updated chefs kitchen, boasting high-end stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, microwave drawer, and wine fridge. Lighting inside and below the upper cabinets, and the open shelving above the bar to match the wood beams on the ceiling contrast beautifully with the white shaker cabinets and brushed gold hardware. Plenty of storage with a floor-ceiling pantry closet, and no shortage of counter space with a huge island (comfortably seats 5). Kitchen overlooks the yard, and has an abundance of natural light. Seamless transition to the outdoor space with deck and fully fenced yard. Step down into a cozy family room, with a combination of natural light and LED recessed lighting. Plus a private den/office space with backyard views. 4 beds and 3 full baths upstairs. One private bathroom off of bedroom 1, Very large master bath with separate glass shower, and still room for free standing tub, or additional vanity for the Master Bed; and one Full hallway bath. Attic is finished as yoga studio. Could be 5th bedroom, playroom, etc. Nothing left to do on this home! Come and see ASAP! Since 2017 - Kitchen remodel, master bath remodel, new kitchen appliances, new Washer/Dryer, toilets, vanities, Upgraded electrical, Buried outside wires, 3rd floor insulation, two new A/C units, spacepac, and Boiler, New garage door and opener, New front door, New gas fireplace, New roof, Plantation shutters, New fence, Almost all windows, New backyard landscaping, All new lighting, switches/fixtures, paint, carpet.

Property Details for 161 Washington Circle

Area
Lake Forest
Township
Shields
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Cars
2.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air, Space Pac
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
LISTING UPDATED: 05/05/2021 08:57 AM

Property Details for 161 Washington Circle

StatusClosed
MLS #10444961
Days on Market82
Taxes$11,624 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1929
Lot Size0.22 AC / 9,452 SF
CountyLake County

Location

Add your commute

Building Information for 161 Washington Circle

Stories-Year Built1929Building Size-Lot Size0.22 AC / 9,452 SF

Payment Calculator

Get preapproved with
OriginPoint Mortgage or Rocket Mortgage1

$5,011 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,042

Property Taxes

$969

HOA Dues

$0

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Know your buying power with a preapproval and custom rate in minutes

Rocket Mortgage1

Property Information for 161 Washington Circle

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)
  • Garage On Site: true
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Parking: Garage
Location and General Information
  • Direction Faces: West
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Bar-Dry, Hardwood Floors, Heated Floors, 1st Floor Laundry, Built-in Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 10
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Park, Tennis Court(s), Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Attic: Finished
  • Bath Amenities: Separate Shower
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air, Space Pac
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Room Type: Bonus Room, Den
  • Num of Baths: 3.1
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Deck
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2018
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 91-100 Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Description: Fenced Yard, Landscaped Professionally, Mature Trees
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 86X134X80X105
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Exterior Building Type: Cedar
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Commuter Train
  • North Coordinate: 26
  • West Coordinate: 10
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
  • Assessor Square Footage: 2061
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 1
  • Document Date: 2020-03-07T23:06:38
  • Photos Count: 25
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
  • Virtual Tour Date: 03-08-2020
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Flooring: Hardwood
  • Master Bedroom Size: 15X14
  • Master Bedroom Window Treatments: Plantation Shutters
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • 2nd Bedroom Flooring: Hardwood
  • 2nd Bedroom Size: 14X12
  • 2nd Bedroom Window Treatments: Plantation Shutters
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • 3rd Bedroom Flooring: Hardwood
  • 3rd Bedroom Size: 13X12
  • 3rd Bedroom Window Treatments: Blinds
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • 4th Bedroom Flooring: Hardwood
  • 4th Bedroom Size: 8X10
  • 4th Bedroom Window Treatments: Blinds
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room Size: 14X12
  • Dining Room Window Treatments: Blinds
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Flooring: Carpet
  • Family Room Size: 19X14
  • Family Room Window Treatments: Plantation Shutters
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Type: Island,Pantry-Butler,Pantry-Closet
  • Kitchen Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Size: 18X14
  • Kitchen Window Treatments: Blinds
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Flooring: Ceramic Tile
  • Laundry Size: 14X7
  • Laundry Window Treatments: Blinds
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Flooring: Hardwood
  • Living Room Size: 20X14
  • Living Room Window Treatments: Plantation Shutters
Additional Room #1 Information
  • Addtl Room 1 Flooring: Carpet
  • Addtl Room 1 Size: 16X15
  • Addtl Room 1 Window Treatments: Blinds
Additional Room #2 Information
  • Addtl Room 2 Flooring: Hardwood
  • Addtl Room 2 Size: 6X8
  • Addtl Room 2 Window Treatments: Plantation Shutters
Bonus Room Information
  • Room Level: Attic
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
Den Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Den

Property History for 161 Washington Circle

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 6, 2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #672831889

$829,500

+10.4% / yr

Jul 6, 2020

Sold

MRED #10444961

$829,300
May 26, 2020

Listed (Active)

MRED #10444961

$898,900
May 26, 2020

Pending

MRED #10444961

Mar 6, 2020

Listed (Active)

MRED #10444961

$898,900
Mar 17, 2017

Sold

MRED #09483200

$597,000
Mar 13, 2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #593560847

$597,000

-1.6% / yr

Jan 24, 2017

Pending

MRED #09483200

Jan 23, 2017

Listed (Active)

MRED #09483200

$619,000
Feb 22, 2016

Cancelled

MRED #08991157

$649,000
Jul 23, 2015

Listed (Active)

MRED #08991157

$649,000
May 19, 2015

Cancelled

MRED #08814339

$699,000
Jan 12, 2015

Listed (Active)

MRED #08814339

$719,000
Mar 21, 2014

Cancelled

MRED #08347423

$725,000
May 20, 2013

Listed (Active)

MRED #08347423

$749,000
Apr 26, 2011

Cancelled

MRED #07736275

$749,000
Feb 21, 2011

Listed (Active)

MRED #07736275

$749,000
Apr 19, 2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #155375449

$720,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/06/2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #672831889

$829,500

+10.4% / yr

07/06/2020

Sold

MRED #10444961

$829,300
05/26/2020

Listed (Active)

MRED #10444961

$898,900
05/26/2020

Pending

MRED #10444961

03/06/2020

Listed (Active)

MRED #10444961

$898,900
03/17/2017

Sold

MRED #09483200

$597,000
03/13/2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #593560847

$597,000

-1.6% / yr

01/24/2017

Pending

MRED #09483200

01/23/2017

Listed (Active)

MRED #09483200

$619,000
02/22/2016

Cancelled

MRED #08991157

$649,000
07/23/2015

Listed (Active)

MRED #08991157

$649,000
05/19/2015

Cancelled

MRED #08814339

$699,000
01/12/2015

Listed (Active)

MRED #08814339

$719,000
03/21/2014

Cancelled

MRED #08347423

$725,000
05/20/2013

Listed (Active)

MRED #08347423

$749,000
04/26/2011

Cancelled

MRED #07736275

$749,000
02/21/2011

Listed (Active)

MRED #07736275

$749,000
04/19/2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #155375449

$720,000

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

Public Records for 161 Washington Circle

Taxable ValueLand$104,639Additions$179,127Total$283,766
Tax Record2024$15,176 ($1,265 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt2,484 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,484 SqFtStories2Lot Size9,431 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1929CountyLAKEAPN12-33-407-021Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 161 Washington Circle

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.

Neighborhood Map and Transit

Similar Homes

Similar Sold Homes

No guarantee, warranty or representation of any kind is made regarding the completeness or accuracy of descriptions or measurements (including square footage measurements and property condition), such should be independently verified, and Compass, Inc., its subsidiaries, affiliates and their agents and associated third parties expressly disclaims any liability in connection therewith. Photos may be virtually staged or digitally enhanced and may not reflect actual property conditions. Offers of compensation are subject to change at the discretion of the seller. No financial or legal advice provided. Equal Housing Opportunity.

Listing Courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

Based on information from one of the following Multiple Listing Services: Midwest Real Estate Data LLC (\"MRED\"), MRED PLN GRID, Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association and NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS. Information being provided is for the visitor’s personal, noncommercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties visitor may be interested in purchasing. The data contained herein is copyrighted by Midwest Real Estate Data LLC (\"MRED\"), MRED PLN GRID, Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association and NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS is protected by all applicable copyright laws. Any dissemination of this information is in violation of copyright laws and is strictly prohibited. Property information referenced on this web site comes from the Internet Data Exchange (IDX) program of the MLS. This web site may reference real estate listing(s) held by a brokerage firm other than the broker and/or agent who owns this web site. For the avoidance of doubt, the accuracy of all information, regardless of source, is deemed reliable but not guaranteed and should be personally verified through personal inspection by and/or with the appropriate professionals. Properties displayed may be listed or sold by various participants in the MLS. Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 05/05/2021 08:57 AM. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.