$950,000
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
3,112 Sq. Ft.
$305 / Sq. Ft.
3,112
Sq. Ft.
$305
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Charming Cape Cod in the Ponds. Elegant, sophisticated, and pristine living - unique with a first 1st floor primary bedroom! A recently refreshed kitchen with honed granite countertops, ample storage, light and bright, with sleek lines make this the natural hub of the house. The French doors in the great room bring in the western light and the gas log fireplace adds to the enjoyment of the room. A comfortable den makes a nice office or formal dining room, great flex space for easy living! The primary...Charming Cape Cod in the Ponds. Elegant, sophisticated, and pristine living - unique with a first 1st floor primary bedroom! A recently refreshed kitchen with honed granite countertops, ample storage, light and bright, with sleek lines make this the natural hub of the house. The French doors in the great room bring in the western light and the gas log fireplace adds to the enjoyment of the room. A comfortable den makes a nice office or formal dining room, great flex space for easy living! The primary bedroom has multiple closets, recently updated with a separate tub and shower, double sinks and linen storage, the windows add to the light in this room. The second floor has three family bedrooms with fabulous closets. A hall bath with skylight brightens the room. Additional features include 1st floor laundry/mudroom, heated garage, finished lower level with ample storage complete the home. 2022 new attic insulation installed. 2017 new HVAC and new windows 1st and 2nd floors.

Listing Agents

  1. Marina Carney

    Marina Carney

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    marina.carney@compass.com

    P: (847)-274-5566

  2. Andy Mrowiec

    Andy Mrowiec

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    andy.mrowiec@compass.com

    P: (847)-308-2589

Property Details for 540 Buena Road

Area
Lake Forest
Township
West Deerfield
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Cars
2.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
LISTING UPDATED: 12/03/2022 02:02 AM

Property Details for 540 Buena Road

StatusClosed
MLS #11644215
Days on Market8
Taxes$15,588 / year
HOA Fees$700 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1985
Lot Size0.38 AC / 16,552 SF
CountyLake County
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Building Information for 540 Buena Road

Stories-Year Built1985Building Size-Lot Size0.38 AC / 16,552 SF

Payment Calculator

$6,052 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,694

Property Taxes

$1,299

HOA Dues

$58

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Property Information for 540 Buena Road

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 67
  • Elementary School: Cherokee 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), Heated
  • Garage On Site: true
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Parking: Garage
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: West
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Fee Includes: Common Insurance
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 8
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Bath Amenities: Separate Shower
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Gas Starter
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Num of Baths: 2.1
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public, Sewer-Storm
  • Water: Public
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: No
  • Age: 31-40 Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 141X166X21X35
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Exterior Building Type: Cedar
  • Roof Type: Shake
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Assessor Square Footage: 5616
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional
  • Public Document Count: 0
  • Photos Count: 37
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
  • Virtual Tour Date: 10-06-2022
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 18X16
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 17X12
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 14X13
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 13X13
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: COMBO
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 14X14
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 12X16
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 6X6
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 33X16

Property History for 540 Buena Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 3, 2025

Sold

MRED #12496514

$1,200,000
Nov 10, 2025

Pending

MRED #12496514

Nov 10, 2025

Contingent

MRED #12496514

Nov 7, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12496514

$1,085,000
Nov 30, 2022

Sold

MRED #11644215

$950,000
Nov 14, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1502933947

$950,000

+0.7% / yr

Oct 9, 2022

Pending

MRED #11644215

Oct 9, 2022

Contingent

MRED #11644215

Oct 2, 2022

Listed (Active)

MRED #11644215

$975,000
Oct 31, 2016

Cancelled

MRED #09220014

$899,000
May 9, 2016

Listed (Active)

MRED #09220014

$949,000
Jul 1, 2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #198073100

$850,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/03/2025

Sold

MRED #12496514

$1,200,000
11/10/2025

Pending

MRED #12496514

11/10/2025

Contingent

MRED #12496514

11/07/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12496514

$1,085,000
11/30/2022

Sold

MRED #11644215

$950,000
11/14/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1502933947

$950,000

+0.7% / yr

10/09/2022

Pending

MRED #11644215

10/09/2022

Contingent

MRED #11644215

10/02/2022

Listed (Active)

MRED #11644215

$975,000
10/31/2016

Cancelled

MRED #09220014

$899,000
05/09/2016

Listed (Active)

MRED #09220014

$949,000
07/01/2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #198073100

$850,000

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

Public Records for 540 Buena Road

Taxable ValueLand$98,263Additions$193,783Total$292,046
Tax Record2024$16,193 ($1,349 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2Total Finished SqFt3,026 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,026 SqFtStories2StyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1985CountyLAKEAPN16-05-402-044Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 540 Buena 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
Cherokee 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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