Complete overhaul on this hidden gem w/ nothing left untouched. This charming 5 bed, 3.1 bath home lives large & shows beautifully! Sun drenched & newly renovated (inside & out) w/ no expense spared! NEW siding, windows, craftsman doors, bathrooms, hardwoods, basement, lighting, kitchen, high efficiency appliances & mechanicals + SO MUCH MORE! Set on a professionally landscaped half acre adjacent to mature wooded grounds that provide you tranquility & privacy. 1st floor boasts open & versatile floor plan perfect for entertaining & everyday living. Dreams come true w/ the magazine worthy mudroom equipped w/ tons of storage, washer/dryer & dog shower. 2nd floor features spacious master retreat w/ huge walk-in closet, bathroom & private balcony to relax on a summer night. 2 additional generously sized bedrooms share a brand new full bathroom. The new basement includes a Rec. rm, 4th & 5th bedrooms & a spa like bathroom. Award winning schools + LOW taxes! THIS HOUSE HAS IT ALL!
Single-familyProperty Type
1974Year Built
0.45 acresLot Size
$290Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Alyson Tesar• Coldwell Banker Realty
Listed by Justin Tesar
Bought with Sandra Limacher• @properties Christie's International Real Estate
For those who value privacy, nature, community, schools, this is the place you want to be! Charming cottage style home lives large and shows beautifully with spacious sunny rooms and a flowing open concept floor plan for seamless entertaining. Set on nearly a half acre of glorious wooded property, the home is thoroughly updated with a gourmet kitchen featuring BRAND NEW stainless appliances, newer windows, Maple flooring, and numerous private patio areas that invite you to enjoy the outdoors. Highlights include a large formal dining room and living room big enough for a grand piano, a roof deck off the master bedroom, a front circular drive plus a side drive leading to a newer attached garage. All this plus a security system, partially finished basement w/potential 4th bedroom, play room and loads of storage! Excellent access to Abbott, Excellent Lake Bluff schools, low taxes, a hidden gem of a neighborhood for rare privacy and glorious views of the changing seasons!
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09014999
Oct 29, 2015
Listing Removed
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08949522
Aug 18, 2015
Listing Removed
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Public Records
Sep 15, 1999
Sold
$232,000
$84/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,201 (−1.6%)
$51,337 + $89,852
$141,189
2024
$8,338 (+2.9%)
$51,337 + $89,852
$141,189
2023
$8,106 (−0.3%)
$49,582 + $86,780
$136,362
2022
$8,134 (+3.3%)
$45,731 + $80,041
$125,772
2021
$7,876 (+4.4%)
$43,954 + $83,497
$127,451
2020
$7,543 (+2.5%)
$43,008 + $81,700
$124,708
2019
$7,359 (+2.1%)
$41,883 + $79,562
$121,445
2018
$7,207 (+3.2%)
$41,726 + $79,144
$120,870
2017
$6,983 (+4.3%)
$41,726 + $79,144
$120,870
2016
$6,696 (+1.9%)
$40,409 + $76,645
$117,054
2015
$6,569 (+7.1%)
$38,313 + $72,670
$110,983
2013
$6,131 (−1.1%)
$33,648 + $63,820
$97,468
2012
$6,198 (−9.3%)
$24,560 + $84,963
$109,523
2011
$6,834 (+11.0%)
$26,778 + $92,635
$119,413
2010
$6,154 (+4.8%)
$27,895 + $96,495
$124,390
2008
$5,874 (+14.8%)
$29,250 + $101,183
$130,433
2007
$5,116
$27,416 + $94,841
$122,257
Tax history for 315 N Forest Knoll Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,201 (−1.6%)
$51,337 + $89,852
$141,189
2024
$8,338 (+2.9%)
$51,337 + $89,852
$141,189
2023
$8,106 (−0.3%)
$49,582 + $86,780
$136,362
2022
$8,134 (+3.3%)
$45,731 + $80,041
$125,772
2021
$7,876 (+4.4%)
$43,954 + $83,497
$127,451
2020
$7,543 (+2.5%)
$43,008 + $81,700
$124,708
2019
$7,359 (+2.1%)
$41,883 + $79,562
$121,445
2018
$7,207 (+3.2%)
$41,726 + $79,144
$120,870
2017
$6,983 (+4.3%)
$41,726 + $79,144
$120,870
2016
$6,696 (+1.9%)
$40,409 + $76,645
$117,054
2015
$6,569 (+7.1%)
$38,313 + $72,670
$110,983
2013
$6,131 (−1.1%)
$33,648 + $63,820
$97,468
2012
$6,198 (−9.3%)
$24,560 + $84,963
$109,523
2011
$6,834 (+11.0%)
$26,778 + $92,635
$119,413
2010
$6,154 (+4.8%)
$27,895 + $96,495
$124,390
2008
$5,874 (+14.8%)
$29,250 + $101,183
$130,433
2007
$5,116
$27,416 + $94,841
$122,257
*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
Permits
Beds
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Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.45 Acres
Year renovated
1978
Sq. Ft.
2,214
Year built
1974
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lake County
APN
11-13-403-001
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.
R-2
Residential District
The R-2 Zoning Districts are expected to accommodate a large percentage of the residential growth projected in unincorporated Lake County over the 20-year planning horizon covered by the Regional Framework Plan. The districts are primarily intended to accommodate moderate density residential development that can be served by the full range of infrastructure. The districts are generally intended to be applied in areas with existing infrastructure. The uses and densities allowed in the R-2 Districts 1.33 to 2.5 units per acre offer county residents a variety of housing choices in the moderate density range. The R-2 Districts are intended to implement the Regional Framework Plan’s Residential future land use designations.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Equestrian facility
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Public service
Educational/school
Golf related
Communications tower
Agriculture-Cropland
Park & open space
Water related-Wetland
Mar 29, 2027 • Active
Building - alteration
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Cars: 2
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Parking
Garage Door Opener(s), Garage Transmitter(s)
Attached Garage
Garage On-Site
Owned Garage
Circular Driveway, Side Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 5
# of Bedrooms (Above Grade): 3
# of Bedrooms (Below Grade): 2
Master Bedroom Information
Size: 18X13
On 2nd Level
Hardwood Flooring
Window Curtains/Drapes
Bedroom #2 Information
Size: 15X14
On 2nd Level
Hardwood Flooring
Window Curtains/Drapes
Bedroom #3 Information
Size: 13X12
On 2nd Level
Carpet Flooring
Bedroom #4 Information
Size: 12X12
In Basement
Wood Laminate Flooring
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Master Bath
Double Sink
Bathroom(s) in Basement
Living Room Information
Size: 13X12
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Window Curtains/Drapes
Family Room Information
Size: 13X13
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Window Curtains/Drapes
Dining Room Information
Separate Dining Room
Size: 15X13
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Window Curtains/Drapes
Kitchen Information
Size: 15X14
Eating Area (Breakfast Bar), Eating Area (Table Space), Island, Pantry (Walk-in)