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Off Market Aug 2024 for $1.2M

$1,342,013

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,225/mo

•

2,548

sq ft

1170 Griffith Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045

About this home

Introducing 1170 Griffith Road in the East Lake Forest Neighborhood, a home improved to perfection and completely turnkey. This stunning property boasts an open concept floor plan with 9' ceilings and gorgeous deep crown moldings. The kitchen is a chef's dream with new GE double convection self-cleaning ovens, a 5-burner cooktop stove, a Profile oversized microwave, and a Bosch dishwasher, all complemented by elegant granite countertops. The family room, open to the kitchen, features a cozy gas log fireplace with a gas start, perfect for relaxing evenings. The living room opens to the dining room with custom built-in book shelves. Enjoy the natural light streaming through the new Renewal by Anderson transom and sliding doors. This spacious home offers 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and a convenient half bath. The deep pour finished basement includes a fabulous new full bathroom, laundry room and a new sump pump with a backup battery, ensuring peace of mind. Additional features include a relaxing porch, a rare 3-car garage, and an interior street with sidewalks. The location is unbeatable - a short stroll to the beach, Market Square, the train and walking distance to Lake Forest High School. Walk to town or bike to Lake Bluff, with everything you need close by. A fenced yard, Keyth Security System, Ring door bell and Lorex outside cameras complete this jewel. Don't miss your chance to own this impeccable home - it won't last long!

Single-familyProperty Type

1996Year Built

10,465 sq ftLot Size

$527Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 car garageParking

Listed by Donielle Foss • Coldwell Banker Realty

Listed by Donna Mercier • Coldwell Banker Realty

Bought with Connie Dornan • @properties Christie's International Real Estate

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12055985

Redfin Estimate

$1,342,013

$92K since sold in August 2024$0 since July

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This home's estimate is 0.8% higher than the average sale price ($1.33M) of 5 comparable homes.

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SOLD JUL 16, 2026
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B
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SOLD JUL 21, 2026
$1,110,000
C
4 beds3 baths2,424 sq ft
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SOLD MAR 2, 2026
$1,675,000
D
4 beds3.5 baths2,502 sq ft
90 E Woodland Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
SOLD JUN 1, 2026
$1,619,822
E
4 beds3.5 baths3,000 sq ft
33 Washington Cir, Lake Forest, IL 60045

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$5,082/mo

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Market trends in 60045, IL

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.4%

+0.8% MoM

Median sale price

$1.4M

$117K MoM

Avg. days on market

52d

1 days MoM

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108

22 MoM

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Immaculately maintained mid 90's built home in convenient location: blocks to town and Metra. Fresh paint, granite kitchen with black appliances. Finished basement with high ceilings. Rear yard contains three car garage, deck and small grassy area....
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Sale history for 1170 Griffith Rd

Date

Event

Price

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12055985

Aug 28, 2024

Sold (MLS)

$1,250,000

$491/sq ft

Jul 24, 2024

Listed

$1,149,000

$451/sq ft

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08829118

Nov 6, 2015

Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)

$705,000

$277/sq ft

Sep 30, 2015

Pending

—

Sep 9, 2015

Contingent

—

Jun 25, 2015

Price Changed

$779,000

$306/sq ft

Feb 2, 2015

Listed (New)

$799,000

$314/sq ft

+19

LOOK NO FURTHER FOR YOUR HOME SWEET HOME, THIS ONE IS GORGEOUS BOTH INSIDE AND OUT! THE OPEN CONCEPT FLOOR PLAN IS SUNNY AND BRIGHT AND OFFERS 9' CEILINGS, CUSTOM MILLWORK, A FIN. LOWER LEVEL W/BATH, AND A 3 CAR GARAGE. NESTLED ON A QUIET, INTERIOR STREET WITH SIDEWALKS IN A DYNAMITE EAST LAKE FOREST NEIGHBORHOOD WITHIN A SHORT STROLL TO MARKET SQUARE, THE TRAIN, BIKE TRAIL AND BEACH; FOR ANYONE WHO VALUES THE CONVENIENCE AND ENJOYMENT OF A "CONNECTED TO EVERYTHING" LIFESTYLE, THIS HOME IS WHERE YOU WANT TO BE!

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08717473

Dec 23, 2014

Listing Removed

—

Oct 19, 2014

Price Changed

Sep 3, 2014

Listed (New)

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08263226

Mar 7, 2013

Listing Removed

—

Feb 27, 2013

Contingent

—

Feb 4, 2013

Listed (New)

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08126093

Nov 25, 2012

Listing Removed

—

Jul 30, 2012

Listed (New)

Public Records

Dec 20, 2004

Sold

$655,000

$257/sq ft

Public Records

Feb 20, 1998

Sold

$505,000

$198/sq ft

Public Records

Dec 22, 1995

Sold

$150,000

$59/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$22,999 (+7.5%)

$106,983 + $299,223

$406,206

2024

$21,395 (+13.9%)

$106,983 + $299,223

$406,206

2023

$18,788 (+6.6%)

$96,333 + $269,436

$365,769

2022

$17,618 (+2.9%)

$80,730 + $225,795

$306,525

2021

$17,126 (+2.3%)

$78,425 + $219,350

$297,775

2020

$16,744 (+5.3%)

$77,749 + $217,458

$295,207

2019

$15,907 (+1.3%)

$76,744 + $214,647

$291,391

2018

$15,701 (+3.4%)

$102,416 + $199,763

$302,179

2017

$15,179 (+4.3%)

$102,416 + $199,763

$302,179

2016

$14,551 (+1.2%)

$100,704 + $196,424

$297,128

2015

$14,378 (+14.7%)

$95,854 + $186,964

$282,818

2013

$12,534 (+2.0%)

$81,033 + $150,773

$231,806

2012

$12,294 (+2.4%)

$84,806 + $157,793

$242,599

2011

$12,002 (+4.7%)

$90,258 + $167,936

$258,194

2010

$11,462 (−0.3%)

$97,533 + $169,405

$266,938

2008

$11,492 (+7.0%)

$106,512 + $185,000

$291,512

2007

$10,740

$105,723 + $183,630

$289,353

Tax history for 1170 Griffith Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$22,999 (+7.5%)

$106,983 + $299,223

$406,206

2024

$21,395 (+13.9%)

$106,983 + $299,223

$406,206

2023

$18,788 (+6.6%)

$96,333 + $269,436

$365,769

2022

$17,618 (+2.9%)

$80,730 + $225,795

$306,525

2021

$17,126 (+2.3%)

$78,425 + $219,350

$297,775

2020

$16,744 (+5.3%)

$77,749 + $217,458

$295,207

2019

$15,907 (+1.3%)

$76,744 + $214,647

$291,391

2018

$15,701 (+3.4%)

$102,416 + $199,763

$302,179

2017

$15,179 (+4.3%)

$102,416 + $199,763

$302,179

2016

$14,551 (+1.2%)

$100,704 + $196,424

$297,128

2015

$14,378 (+14.7%)

$95,854 + $186,964

$282,818

2013

$12,534 (+2.0%)

$81,033 + $150,773

$231,806

2012

$12,294 (+2.4%)

$84,806 + $157,793

$242,599

2011

$12,002 (+4.7%)

$90,258 + $167,936

$258,194

2010

$11,462 (−0.3%)

$97,533 + $169,405

$266,938

2008

$11,492 (+7.0%)

$106,512 + $185,000

$291,512

2007

$10,740

$105,723 + $183,630

$289,353

*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

Baths

3.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

10,465

Year renovated

1996

Sq. Ft.

2,548

Year built

1996

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Lake County

APN

12-28-302-013

Parking Spaces

Basement

Yes

Accessible

HOA Dues

—

Garage

Yes

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 15, 2025.

GR3

General Residence District

The GR-3 District is a two-family residence district used for the purpose of maintaining the character of those areas of the community traditionally zoned for two-family dwellings, partially developed by such uses, and in the best interests of the community, desirably maintained for one-and two-family dwelling use.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Greenhouse / nursery
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Park & open space

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 3
# of Parking (Total): 3
Parking: Garage
Garage Ownership: Owned
Garage On-Site: Yes
Garage Type: Detached
Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s)
Driveway: Asphalt

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bath Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower,Double Sink
Basement Bathrooms (Y/N): Yes

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Bedrooms Possible: 4

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Dimensions: 11 x 16
Flooring: Carpet

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Dimensions: 10 x 12
Flooring: Carpet

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Second
Dimensions: 11 x 12
Flooring: Carpet

Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 16
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 18 x 19
Window Treatments: Shades
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Type: Eating Area-Breakfast Bar,Eating Area-Table Space
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 17
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Laundry

Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14 x 16
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Second
Dimensions: 12 x 19
Flooring: Carpet
Bath: Full

Additional Rooms Information
Attic: Unfinished
Dining Room: Separate
Basement: Full
Basement Description: Finished

Interior Features
Interior Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Bar-Dry, Hardwood Floors
# of Rooms: 8

Equipment
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
Humidifier, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump

Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Location: Family Room
Fireplace Features: Gas Log

Exterior

Building Information
Living Area Source: Assessor
Exterior Building Type: Cedar
Age: 26-30 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
Roof: Asphalt
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter

Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 2 Stories
Ownership: Fee Simple
Property Currently Being Leased: No
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): No
General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train
Parcel Number: 12283020130000

Lot Information
Dimensions: 65X161
Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $18,787.90
Tax Year: 2023
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Financial Information
Finance Code: Cash
Special Service Area: N

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Lake Michigan
Sewer: Public Sewer, Sewer-Storm
Electric: Circuit Breakers

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Community Information
Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights

Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

School Information
Elementary School District: 67
Elementary School: Sheridan Elementary School
Middle Or Junior School District: 67
Middle Or Junior School: Deer Path Middle School
High School District: 115
High School: Lake Forest High School

Location Information
Township: Shields
Corporate Limits: Lake Forest
Directions: Woodland East of Mckinley to Edgewood, north to Rose Terrace, west to 1170 Griffith. The pink drapes in the 4th bedroom are excluded and the small fridge in the basement.

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,548
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: 3
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 10,465 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1996
Year Renovated: 1996
County: Lake County
APN: 12-28-302-013
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: —

Home facts updated by owner on Sep 15, 2025

Other

Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: No

Teams Information
Buyer Team Name: The Connie Dornan Group

Around this home

Schools
Places
Transit

Sheridan Elementary School

Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 2.6mi

10/10

Deer Path Middle School West

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.6mi

10/10

Lake Forest High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.3mi

9/10

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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 97° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

0% 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

Lake Forest, IL • 60045

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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.

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Estimated sale price

$1.27M – $1.54M

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Home values near 1170 Griffith Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
1192 Griffith Road, Lake Forest, IL 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2500 Sq. Ft.	$1,354,389
1129 Griffith Road, Lake Forest, IL - Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2380 Sq. Ft.	$848,843

Address	Redfin Estimate
1211 Griffith Road, Lake Forest, IL - Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2892 Sq. Ft.	$934,854
1189 Griffith Road, Lake Forest, IL - Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1766 Sq. Ft.	$691,013

Address	Redfin Estimate
1150 Griffith Road, Lake Forest, IL 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$639,233
1184 Griffith Road, Lake Forest, IL - Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1248 Sq. Ft.	$693,008

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