Google street view image for 1170 Valley Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045

Off Market Sep 2020 for $650K

$919,791

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $4,123/mo

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2 ba

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2,000

sq ft

1170 Valley Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045

About this home

Fabulous midcentury modern with bright open floor plan, clean lines, and integration w nature on a half acre professionally landscaped lot. Designed by renowned architect Norman Abplanalp, this unique home features custom redwood cabinets and trim, paneling and doors, exposed brick walls, w cork oak and brick floors. Many improvements include new roof, entry door, master bth and much more. This is a must see!

Single-familyProperty Type

1956Year Built

0.45 acresLot Size

$460Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 spacesParking

Listed by Karen Daly • @properties Christie's International Real Estate

Bought with Christina McNamee • @properties Christie's International Real Estate

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•Source:MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10836149

Redfin Estimate

$919,791

$270K since sold in September 2020$1,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 20.5% higher than the average sale price ($763K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 24, 2026
$555,000
A
3 beds2 baths2,574 sq ft
3175 University Ave, Highland Park, IL 60035
SOLD APR 1, 2026
$787,500
B
4 beds3 baths2,184 sq ft
385 Greenwood Ave, Lake Forest, IL 60045
BOUGHT WITH REDFIN DEC 16, 2025
$605,000
C
3 beds2 baths2,200 sq ft
3296 Brook Rd, Highland Park, IL 60035
SOLD MAR 3, 2026
$722,500
D
3 beds2.5 baths2,462 sq ft
124 W Old Elm Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
SOLD APR 8, 2026
$1,060,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths2,378 sq ft
948 S Green Bay Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
SOLD NOV 20, 2025
$850,000
F
4 beds2.5 baths2,340 sq ft
1010 S Green Bay Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045

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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

Recently sold homes

108

22 MoM

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Mid-Century Modern from the late 50's. Maintained condition with OK finishes. Classic ranch floorplan on a slab. Large windows bring the outdoors in. Has an original feel inside. Newer roof and the exterior was recently painted. Although in good...
11 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
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Sale history for 1170 Valley Rd

Date

Event

Price

Public Records

Oct 28, 2020

Sold

$650,000

$325/sq ft

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10836149

Sep 25, 2020

Sold (MLS)

$650,000

$325/sq ft

Aug 25, 2020

Listed

$649,900

$325/sq ft

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08952197

Aug 28, 2015

Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)

$499,000

$250/sq ft

Jul 15, 2015

Pending

—

Jul 4, 2015

Contingent

—

Jun 12, 2015

Listed (New)

$499,000

$250/sq ft

+15

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08087353

Aug 31, 2012

Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)

$410,000

$205/sq ft

Jul 10, 2012

Pending

—

Jun 18, 2012

Contingent

—

Jun 8, 2012

Listed (New)

$429,000

$215/sq ft

Fabulous midcentury modern home distinguished by clean lines, simple forms & integration w/ nature. Designed by renowned architect Norman Abplanalp, this easy living single story one-of-a-kind home features an open floor plan w/ abundant natural light & extraordinary craftsmanship. Custom Redwood cabinets, trim, paneling & doors are complimented w/ cork, oak & brick floors. A true architectural work of art!

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$11,209 (+1.5%)

$118,533 + $84,318

$202,851

2024

$11,045 (−0.8%)

$118,533 + $84,318

$202,851

2023

$11,131 (+0.3%)

$113,061 + $80,425

$193,486

2022

$11,101 (+5.8%)

$108,504 + $77,183

$185,687

2021

$10,489 (+2.7%)

$102,210 + $88,470

$190,680

2020

$10,218 (+3.4%)

$98,544 + $85,297

$183,841

2019

$9,877 (+28.1%)

$98,583 + $85,332

$183,915

2018

$7,713 (+2.0%)

$103,531 + $48,480

$152,011

2017

$7,561 (+3.3%)

$103,531 + $48,480

$152,011

2016

$7,322 (+1.5%)

$103,201 + $48,325

$151,526

2015

$7,211 (+0.6%)

$99,299 + $46,498

$145,797

2013

$7,171 (−9.5%)

$93,968 + $43,901

$137,869

2012

$7,927 (+4.0%)

$95,234 + $67,645

$162,879

2011

$7,626 (+3.2%)

$99,931 + $70,981

$170,912

2010

$7,390 (+3.0%)

$109,755 + $69,501

$179,256

2008

$7,176 (−1.6%)

$116,291 + $73,640

$189,931

2007

$7,290

$115,738 + $87,735

$203,473

Tax history for 1170 Valley Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$11,209 (+1.5%)

$118,533 + $84,318

$202,851

2024

$11,045 (−0.8%)

$118,533 + $84,318

$202,851

2023

$11,131 (+0.3%)

$113,061 + $80,425

$193,486

2022

$11,101 (+5.8%)

$108,504 + $77,183

$185,687

2021

$10,489 (+2.7%)

$102,210 + $88,470

$190,680

2020

$10,218 (+3.4%)

$98,544 + $85,297

$183,841

2019

$9,877 (+28.1%)

$98,583 + $85,332

$183,915

2018

$7,713 (+2.0%)

$103,531 + $48,480

$152,011

2017

$7,561 (+3.3%)

$103,531 + $48,480

$152,011

2016

$7,322 (+1.5%)

$103,201 + $48,325

$151,526

2015

$7,211 (+0.6%)

$99,299 + $46,498

$145,797

2013

$7,171 (−9.5%)

$93,968 + $43,901

$137,869

2012

$7,927 (+4.0%)

$95,234 + $67,645

$162,879

2011

$7,626 (+3.2%)

$99,931 + $70,981

$170,912

2010

$7,390 (+3.0%)

$109,755 + $69,501

$179,256

2008

$7,176 (−1.6%)

$116,291 + $73,640

$189,931

2007

$7,290

$115,738 + $87,735

$203,473

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

110 ft.

Lot depth

182 ft.

Lot size

0.46 Acres

Year renovated

1959

Sq. Ft.

1,999

Year built

1959

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Lake County

APN

16-09-120-015

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Cars: 2
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Parking
Garage Transmitter(s)
Detached Garage
Garage On-Site
Owned Garage

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms (Above Grade): 3

Master Bedroom Information
Size: 16X10
On Main Level
Other Flooring
Window Curtains/Drapes

Bedroom #2 Information
Size: 15X11
On Main Level
Other Flooring

Bedroom #3 Information
Size: 15X11
On Main Level
Other Flooring

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Master Bath

Living Room Information
Size: 16X15
On Main Level
Other Flooring
Window Curtains/Drapes

Dining Room Information
Combined with Living Room
Size: 16X8
On Main Level
Other Flooring
Window Curtains/Drapes

Kitchen Information
Size: 16X8
Eating Area (Table Space), Galley
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Window Blinds

Laundry Room Information
Size: 12X6
On Main Level

Additional Rooms Information
Eating Area, Study
Slab Basement

Additional Room #1 Information
Eating Area
Size: 9X8
On Main Level
Other Flooring
Window Curtains/Drapes

Additional Room #2 Information
Study
Size: 13X8
On Main Level
Other Flooring
Window Curtains/Drapes

Equipment
Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal

Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
In Living Room

Interior Features
Skylight(s), Hardwood Flooring, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Laundry, 1st Floor Full Bath

Heating & Cooling
Forced Air Heating, Zoned Heating
Central Air Conditioning, Zoned Air Conditioning

Exterior

Building Information
Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
Built Before 1978
Age: 61-70 Years
Other Exterior (See Remarks)

Lot Information
Dimensions: 2000
.25-.49 Acre

Property Information
# of Rooms: 8
Ownership: Fee Simple
Aprox. Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 0
Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft: 0
School Bus Service
Parcel Identification Number: 16091200150000

Financial

Financial Information
Tax: $7,171
Tax Year: 2019
Special Service Area: N
Finance Code: Conventional

Utilities

Utility Information
Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Sewer (Public), Sewer (Storm)

Location

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

Location Information
Subdivision: H.O. Stone
Township: West Deerfield
Corporate Limits: Lake Forest
Directions: Old Elm Rd west of Green Bay Rd to Valley Rd

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,999
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.46 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1959
Year Renovated: 1959
County: Lake County
APN: 16-09-120-015

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 15, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Possession: Closing
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Seller Concessions: No

Around this home

Schools

Cherokee Elementary School

Public K-4 • Assigned • 2.2mi

10/10

Deer Path Middle School West

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.2mi

10/10

Lake Forest High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.2mi

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 98° 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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Estimated sale price

$874,000 – $1.06M

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Home values near 1170 Valley Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
1180 Valley Rd, Lake Forest, IL 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2222 Sq. Ft.	$697,726
1161 Valley Rd, Lake Forest, IL 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1828 Sq. Ft.	—

Address	Redfin Estimate
1195 Valley Rd, Lake Forest, IL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1730 Sq. Ft.	$626,590
1147 Valley Rd, Lake Forest, IL 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1950 Sq. Ft.	$666,288

Address	Redfin Estimate
1175 Valley Rd, Lake Forest, IL 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1425 Sq. Ft.	$633,817
1125 Valley Rd, Lake Forest, IL 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2254 Sq. Ft.	$838,546

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