Inviting Cape Cod home filled with charm, and so close to everything! Stainless/granite kitchen with eat-in table area, dining room with corner built-in's, large living room with fireplace opens to sunny first floor family room or office with sliding doors to oversized concrete-stamped patio and terrific fenced backyard. Hardwood floors throughout most of the house, windows replaced in 2015, newer fence (2014); exterior of house freshly painted fall of 2018. Full basement features relaxing recreation room with fireplace, large workbench for all of your DIY projects next to open laundry area (washer & dryer 2017) and lots of storage. Top rated Deerfield Schools, convenient locale, wonderful neighborhood - make this your Home Sweet Home!
Single-familyProperty Type
1948Year Built
7,920 sq ftLot Size
1 spaceParking
Listed by Debra Kruger• Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with Shaun Raugstad• @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Charming Cape Cod with some great original architectural touches. (Pair of built-in corner cabinets in the dining room) Updated kitchen is inviting. Basement needs some work. Terrific backyard.
13 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
SPACIOUS & BRIGHT CAPE COD HOME CLOSE TO TOWN! BRAND NEW KITCHEN W/ BRAND NEW SS APPLIANCES, UNDER MOUNT SS SINK & GRANITE COUNTER TOPS. HARDWOOD THROUGHOUT, SPACIOUS LIVING ROOM W/ WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE. SUNNY DEN W/ SLIDING DOOR TO PATIO & FENCED YARD. 1 CAR GARAGE JUST RESEALED AND CLEAN. CLOSE TO TOWN, TRAIN, SHOPS AND SCHOOLS.
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07137152
Aug 13, 2009
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$235,000
May 14, 2009
Contingent
—
May 12, 2009
Price Changed
$248,000
Apr 27, 2009
Price Changed
$259,900
Apr 14, 2009
Relisted
—
Mar 24, 2009
Listing Removed
—
Feb 16, 2009
Listed
$274,900
NOT A SHORT SALE! BEST DEAL IN DEERFIELD! HURRY! SELLER WANTS IT SOLD! CHARMING CAPE COD IN WALKING DISTANCE TO METRA TRAIN AND SHOPS! ! HARDWD FLRS & FRESHLY PAINTED. DINING RM W/ BLT IN HUTCHES & BAY WNDOW. LVNG RM W/ FIREPLACE/BAY WINDOW. SUN-DRENCHED KITCHEN W/ ABUNDANCE OF CABINETS & DOUBLE OVEN! 1ST FL. DEN W/ PEGWOOD FLRS & NEW SLIDER TO ENTERTAINMENT SIZED DECK! LRG BDRMS W/ BIG CLOSET SPACE! BSMT W/ FRPLC & WRKSHP
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06497687
Jul 17, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Apr 28, 2007
Listed
*
Public Records
Nov 14, 2000
Sold
$280,000
Public Records
Dec 1, 1984
Sold
$120,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,214 (+4.3%)
$40,934 + $78,800
$119,734
2024
$9,798 (+24.3%)
$40,934 + $78,800
$119,734
2023
$7,883 (−8.6%)
$39,044 + $75,162
$114,206
2022
$8,621 (+6.1%)
$37,470 + $54,241
$91,711
2021
$8,123 (+4.0%)
$40,245 + $56,702
$96,947
2020
$7,813 (+2.3%)
$38,802 + $54,668
$93,470
2019
$7,637 (−4.9%)
$38,818 + $54,690
$93,508
2018
$8,034 (+1.6%)
$41,144 + $60,041
$101,185
2017
$7,905 (+2.9%)
$41,144 + $60,041
$101,185
2016
$7,679 (+2.2%)
$41,013 + $59,849
$100,862
2015
$7,512 (+19.7%)
$39,462 + $57,586
$97,048
2013
$6,276 (+2.3%)
$37,342 + $38,830
$76,172
2012
$6,135 (−16.9%)
$37,846 + $56,020
$93,866
2011
$7,380 (+53.2%)
$39,713 + $58,783
$98,496
2010
$4,817 (+4.8%)
$43,608 + $30,315
$73,923
2008
$4,598 (−32.6%)
$46,205 + $74,086
$120,291
2007
$6,825
$45,986 + $73,734
$119,720
Tax history for 1221 DEERFIELD Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,214 (+4.3%)
$40,934 + $78,800
$119,734
2024
$9,798 (+24.3%)
$40,934 + $78,800
$119,734
2023
$7,883 (−8.6%)
$39,044 + $75,162
$114,206
2022
$8,621 (+6.1%)
$37,470 + $54,241
$91,711
2021
$8,123 (+4.0%)
$40,245 + $56,702
$96,947
2020
$7,813 (+2.3%)
$38,802 + $54,668
$93,470
2019
$7,637 (−4.9%)
$38,818 + $54,690
$93,508
2018
$8,034 (+1.6%)
$41,144 + $60,041
$101,185
2017
$7,905 (+2.9%)
$41,144 + $60,041
$101,185
2016
$7,679 (+2.2%)
$41,013 + $59,849
$100,862
2015
$7,512 (+19.7%)
$39,462 + $57,586
$97,048
2013
$6,276 (+2.3%)
$37,342 + $38,830
$76,172
2012
$6,135 (−16.9%)
$37,846 + $56,020
$93,866
2011
$7,380 (+53.2%)
$39,713 + $58,783
$98,496
2010
$4,817 (+4.8%)
$43,608 + $30,315
$73,923
2008
$4,598 (−32.6%)
$46,205 + $74,086
$120,291
2007
$6,825
$45,986 + $73,734
$119,720
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
67 ft.
Lot depth
120 ft.
Lot size
8,041 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1970
Sq. Ft.
1,479
Year built
1948
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lake County
APN
16-32-104-021
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.
R-3
Single-Family Residence District
The R-3 Single-Family Residence District is intended to provide for a suburban environment of single-family residences at the highest density permitted for such development in the Village. To protect the character of this district, all non-residential uses are prohibited except for special uses as permitted in Article 4.03-C.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Cars: 1
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Parking
Garage Door Opener(s)
Attached Garage
Garage On-Site
Owned Garage
Concrete Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms (Above Grade): 3
Master Bedroom Information
Size: 15X13
On 2nd Level
Hardwood Flooring
Window Blinds, Window Curtains/Drapes
Bedroom #2 Information
Size: 10X20
On 2nd Level
Hardwood Flooring
Window Blinds, Window Curtains/Drapes
Bedroom #3 Information
Size: 8X12
On 2nd Level
Hardwood Flooring
Window Blinds, Window Curtains/Drapes
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Living Room Information
Size: 22X12
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Window Blinds, Window Curtains/Drapes
Family Room Information
Size: 13X15
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Window Blinds, Window Curtains/Drapes
Dining Room Information
Separate Dining Room
Size: 10X12
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Window Curtains/Drapes
Kitchen Information
Size: 10X12
Eating Area (Table Space), Pantry (Closet)
On Main Level
Porcelain Tile
Window Blinds
Additional Rooms Information
Walk-In Closet, Recreation Room, Storage Room
Full Basement
Partially Finished Basement, Unfinished Basement
Unfinished Attic
Additional Room #1 Information
Walk-in Closet
Size: 4X6
On 2nd Level
Hardwood Flooring
Additional Room #2 Information
Recreation Room
Size: 12X24
In Basement
Wood Laminate Flooring
Window Curtains/Drapes
Additional Room #3 Information
Storage
Size: 12X24
In Basement
Other Flooring
Equipment
Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances
Ceiling Fan, Sump Pump
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 2
In Living Room, In Basement
Wood Burning
Interior Features
Hardwood Flooring
Heating & Cooling
Gas Heating, Hot Water/Steam Heating, Radiators
SpacePak Air Conditioning
Exterior
Building Information
Sq. Ft. Source: Not Reported
Built Before 1978
Recent Rehab (Y/N): Yes
Age: 71-80 Years
Brick Exterior
Concrete Foundation
Asphalt/Glass Roof (Shingles)
Property Features
Patio, Stamped Concrete Patio
Lot Information
Dimensions: 66 X 120
Less Than .25 Acre
Corner, Fenced Yard
Property Information
# of Rooms: 8
Ownership: Fee Simple
Aprox. Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 0
Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft: 0
Rehab Year: 2014
School Bus Service, Commuter Bus, Commuter Train
Parcel Identification Number: 16321040210000
Financial
Financial Information
Tax: $7,905
Tax Year: 2017
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
Special Service Area: N
Finance Code: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Water: Lake Michigan
Sewer (Public)
Circuit Breakers
Location
Community Information
Park/Playground, Curbs/Gutters, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Paved Street
School Information
Elementary School: Wilmot Elementary School
Elementary School District: 109
Junior High: Charles J Caruso Middle School
Junior High District: 109
High School: Deerfield High School
High School District: 113
Location Information
Township: West Deerfield
Corporate Limits: Deerfield
Directions: West of Waukegan Rd., SW Corner of Deerpath & Deerfield
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,479
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 8,041 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1948
Year Renovated: 1970
County: Lake County
APN: 16-32-104-021
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 15, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Sale Price Includes Parking
Possession: Closing
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Seller Concessions: No
Around this home
Schools
Wilmot Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
9/10
Charles J Caruso Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
9/10
Deerfield High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 99° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Deerfield, IL • 60015
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.2 hours in
June and 3.3 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10.2 hrs
3.3 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$456,000 – $552,000
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