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1401 Lake Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
About this home
Enjoy stunning seasonal views and sounds of Lake Michigan from this exquisite French Country home on prestigious Lake Road. A new paver brick driveway welcomes you to this elegant and impeccably maintained 5 bedroom, 5.1 bath beauty. Awarded the 2017 Preservation Award by the Lake Forest Historic Preservation Foundation for a complete rebuild of the historic David Adler fence, this charming home has exceptional curb appeal. Superb craftsmanship and finishes throughout, including: gorgeous arched walls, rich millwork, high ceilings, 4 fireplaces, and hardwood floors. Gracious formal living and dining rooms with plaster moldings. Handsome paneled library with built-in bookcases and French doors that open to outdoor bluestone patio. Completely renovated gourmet white kitchen with marble countertops, new appliances, and charming breakfast room. Kitchen opens to spacious family room with coffered ceiling, built-in shelving flanking fireplace, wet bar, and French doors that lead to spectacular outdoor garden. 5 bedrooms and 4 luxurious, remodeled full baths upstairs. Gorgeous primary bedroom with sitting room and fireplace offers spectacular lake views. Fully remodeled lower level includes roomy recreation room, game room, and wet bar. Many outdoor improvements, including a brand new shade garden and extensive landscaping, landscape lighting, and irrigation system. Enviable location in East Lake Forest, walking distance to Lake Forest Beach, Sheridan School, and Lake Forest High School. Must see to appreciate! A true treasure by the lake!
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Sale history for 1401 Lake Rd
$494/sq ft
$494/sq ft
$525/sq ft
$357/sq ft
$268/sq ft
Tax history for 1401 Lake 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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Property details
Parking
- Parking Information
- # Of Cars: 3
- # of Garage Spaces: 3
- Parking: Garage
- Garage Ownership: Owned
- Garage On-Site: Yes
- Garage Type: Attached
- Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Heated
- Driveway: Brick
Interior
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- Additional Media Type 1: Video
- Bathroom Information
- # of Baths (Full): 5
- # of Baths (1/2): 1
- Bedroom Information
- # of Bedrooms: 5
- # of Bedrooms Possible: 5
- Additional Rooms Information
- Attic: Full,Pull Down Stair
- Dining Room: Separate
- Basement: Full
- Basement Description: Partially Finished
- Interior Features
- Interior Features: Bar-Wet, Hardwood Floors, Beamed Ceilings, Special Millwork
- # of Rooms: 14
- Equipment
- Appliances: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Portable Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
- Water-Softener Owned, Security System, Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn
- Fireplace Information
- # of Fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room,Master Bedroom,Den/Library
- Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Gas Starter
Exterior
- Exterior Features
- Exterior Features: Patio
- Building Information
- Living Area Source: Builder
- Exterior Building Type: Brick
- Age: 31-40 Years
- Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
- Roof: Tile
- Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
- Aprox. Total Finished Sq Ft: 6,737
- Property Information
- Property Type: Detached Single
- Property Type: 2 Stories
- Lower Sq Ft: 1879
- Main Sq Ft: 2669
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Rebuilt (Y/N): No
- Rehab (Y/N): No
- Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft: 6,737
- Total Sq Ft: 6,737
- Upper Sq Ft: 2189
- Parcel Number: 12282020290000
- Lot Information
- Dimensions: 160X125
- Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
- Lot Features: Wooded
Financial
- Tax Information
- Tax Annual Amount: $31,152.68
- Tax Year: 2019
- Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior
- Financial Information
- Finance Code: Cash
- Special Service Area: N
Utilities
- Utility Information
- Water Source: Lake Michigan
- Sewer: Sewer-Storm
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Heating & Cooling
- Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
- Cooling: Central Air, Zoned
Location
- Community Information
- Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
- 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: DEERPATH EAST TO LAKE RD, NORTH TO # ON EAST SIDE
Public facts
- Beds: 5
- Baths: 5.5
- Sq. Ft.: 5,290
- Stories: 2.0
- Lot Size: 0.46 acres
- Style: Single Family Residential
- Year Built: 1982
- Year Renovated: 1982
- County: Lake County
- APN: 12-28-202-029
Other
- Listing Information
- Holds Earnest Money: Yes
- Possession: Closing
Around this home
Schools
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 3.3mi
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 3.3mi
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
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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| Address | Redfin Estimate |
|---|---|
14 Beds | 9.5 Baths | 23763 Sq. Ft. | $11,088,620 |
7 Beds | 10.5 Baths | 13286 Sq. Ft. | $9,926,805 |
| Address | Redfin Estimate |
|---|---|
- Beds | 6 Baths | 7338 Sq. Ft. | $4,025,423 |
4 Beds | 5 Baths | 5500 Sq. Ft. | $4,756,458 |
| Address | Redfin Estimate |
|---|---|
- Beds | 3.5 Baths | 4275 Sq. Ft. | $2,709,943 |
3 Beds | 3.5 Baths | 3868 Sq. Ft. | $2,345,416 |
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