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1286 N Sheridan Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
About this home
Situated on a private lane in a premier East Lake Forest location, this home is cited on a 1+ acre professionally landscaped setting with an easy walk to beach, train, dining, shopping and steps to Sheridan School, park and the High School. Masterfully renovated by Lynch this home features an open concept floor plan perfect for entertaining and family living. The fully equipped gourmet kitchen opens to large breakfast room area overlooking private park-like rear yard and brick paver patio. Four fireplaces grace the living room, family room, kitchen and private office. There is over 6,000 feet of quality finished space including a new basement with Rec/media area, large bar, bedroom, exercise room and full bath. The fully renovated master suite includes a large balcony overlooking the rear yard, and twin walk in closets. Freshly painted interior in June 2019 plus two redone hall baths. Recent improvements include copper gutters, outdoor lighting, paver driveway and sprinkler system. Easy to show.
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Sale history for 1286 N Sheridan Rd
$262/sq ft
$282/sq ft
$413/sq ft
$272/sq ft
$272/sq ft
$27/sq ft
Tax history for 1286 N Sheridan Rd
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
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- Public record
- Permits
Grading
Perform a renovation of a kitchen.
HVAC
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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
- Brick Driveway, Circular Driveway
Interior
- Virtual Tour
- Additional Media Type 1: Virtual Tour
- Bedroom Information
- # of Bedrooms: 6
- # of Bedrooms (Above Grade): 5
- # of Bedrooms (Below Grade): 1
- Master Bedroom Information
- Size: 17X20
- On 2nd Level
- Hardwood Flooring
- Window Curtains/Drapes
- Bedroom #2 Information
- Size: 12X15
- On 2nd Level
- Hardwood Flooring
- Window Curtains/Drapes
- Bedroom #3 Information
- Size: 13X13
- On 2nd Level
- Hardwood Flooring
- Window Curtains/Drapes
- Bedroom #4 Information
- Size: 20X14
- On 2nd Level
- Hardwood Flooring
- Window Curtains/Drapes
- Bathroom Information
- # of Baths (Full): 4
- # of Baths (1/2): 2
- Master Bath
- Whirlpool, Separate Shower, Double Sink
- Bathroom(s) in Basement
- Living Room Information
- Size: 18X22
- On Main Level
- Hardwood Flooring
- Window Curtains/Drapes
- Family Room Information
- Size: 18X24
- On Main Level
- Hardwood Flooring
- Window Curtains/Drapes
- Dining Room Information
- Separate Dining Room
- Size: 16X15
- On Main Level
- Hardwood Flooring
- Window Curtains/Drapes
- Kitchen Information
- Size: 27X14
- Eating Area (Table Space), Island
- On Main Level
- Ceramic/Porcelain Tile Flooring
- Window Blinds
- Laundry Room Information
- Size: 10X10
- On Main Level
- Hardwood Flooring
- Window Blinds
- Additional Rooms Information
- Office, Recreation Room, 5th Bedroom, 6th Bedroom, Exercise Room, Foyer
- Full Basement
- Finished Basement
- Unfinished Attic
- Additional Room #1 Information
- Office
- Size: 16X14
- On Main Level
- Hardwood Flooring
- Additional Room #2 Information
- Recreation Room
- Size: 41X26
- In Basement
- Carpet Flooring
- Additional Room #3 Information
- Bar
- Size: 14X7
- In Basement
- Ceramic/Porcelain Tile Flooring
- Additional Room #4 Information
- Bedroom #5
- Size: 14X12
- On 2nd Level
- Hardwood Flooring
- Additional Room #5 Information
- Bedroom #6
- Size: 12X13
- In Basement
- Carpet Flooring
- Additional Room #6 Information
- Exercise Room
- Size: 17X18
- In Basement
- Carpet Flooring
- Additional Room #7 Information
- Foyer
- Size: 17X12
- On Main Level
- Hardwood Flooring
- Equipment
- Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Cooktop, Oven/Built-in
- Humidifier, Security System, Air Cleaner
- Fireplace Information
- # of Fireplaces: 4
- In Family Room, In Living Room, Other Fireplace Location (See Remarks)
- See-Through/Multi-Sided, Wood Burning
- Interior Features
- Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Wet Bar, Hardwood Flooring, 1st Floor Laundry
- Heating & Cooling
- Gas Heating, Zoned Heating
- Central Air Conditioning, Zoned Air Conditioning
Exterior
- Building Information
- Sq. Ft. Source: Other
- Recent Rehab (Y/N): Yes
- Age: 31-40 Years
- Brick Exterior, Stucco Exterior
- Concrete Foundation
- Other Roof Type (See Remarks)
- Property Features
- Balcony, Patio
- Lot Information
- Dimensions: 174X278X174X277
- 1.0-1.99 Acres
- Cul-de-Sac, Professionally Landscaped, Wooded
- Property Information
- # of Rooms: 13
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Main Sq. Ft.: 2690
- Unfinished Basement Sq. Ft.: 216
- Finished Basement Sq. Ft.: 1931
- Upper Level Sq. Ft.: 2272
- Aprox. Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 6893
- Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft: 4962
- Rehab Year: 2006
- School Bus Service, Commuter Train
- Green Disclosure: No
- Energy/Green Building Rating Source: Other (See Remarks
- Parcel Identification Number: 12282040090000
Financial
- Financial Information
- Tax: $27,527
- Tax Year: 2018
- Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
- Special Service Area: N
- Finance Code: Conventional
Utilities
- Utility Information
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
- Sewer (Public), Sewer (Storm)
- 200+ Amp Service
Location
- Community Information
- Paved Street
- School Information
- Elementary School: Sheridan 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: East Lake Forest
- Township: Shields
- Corporate Limits: Lake Forest
- Directions: Sheridan North to private lane, just south of Sheridan School.
Public facts
- Beds: 6
- Baths: 5.0
- Sq. Ft.: 4,962
- Stories: 1.5
- Parking Spaces: 2
- Basement: Yes
- Accessible: No
- Lot Size: 1.12 acres
- Style: Single Family Residential
- Year Built: 1985
- Year Renovated: 1985
- County: Lake County
- APN: 12-28-204-009
- HOA Dues: —
- Garage: Yes
- Features: Green
Other
- Listing Information
- Sale Price Includes Parking
- Listing Agent Must Accompany
- Possession: Closing
- Holds Earnest Money: Yes
- Sale Terms: Conventional
- Seller Concessions: No
- Some Property Photos Virtually Staged
Around this home
Schools
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 2.9mi
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.9mi
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.2mi
Lifestyle
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Climate risks
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
7 days above 97° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
0% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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.
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