This home's estimate is 10.9% higher than the average sale price ($1.56M) of 6 comparable homes.
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449 E Illinois Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
About this home
This charming vintage home is set on over an acre of lush property just steps to the heart of Lake Forest. The home is conveniently located to Market Square, bike path, Gorton Community Center, train station and beach. Simplify your lifestyle and enjoy the heart of east Lake Forest. The gracious home has been beautifully restored and maintained over many years. Lovely period details are featured throughout such as original fireplace, hardwood floors, distinctive windows and 9 ft ceilings. The main floor offers a living room, study, dining room and kitchen which opens to the family room. Abundant light pours in the many windows creating a magnificent view of the patio and backyard. Create your own sporting event in this spacious yard! Enjoy the porch whether it be reading or dining in this attractive setting. A 3-room apartment is located over the garage. Don't miss a rare opportunity to purchase this gracious home in the historic district!
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Sale history for 449 E Illinois Rd
$249/sq ft
$295/sq ft
$353/sq ft
Tax history for 449 E Illinois 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: 2
- # of Garage Spaces: 2
- Garage Parking
- Garage Door Opener(s), Garage Transmitter(s), Heated Garage, 7+ Ft. High Garage Door
- Detached Garage
- Garage On-Site
- Owned Garage
- Asphalt Driveway
Interior
- Bedroom Information
- # of Bedrooms: 4
- # of Bedrooms (Above Grade): 4
- Master Bedroom Information
- Size: 15X13
- On 2nd Level
- Carpet Flooring
- Window Curtains/Drapes
- Bedroom #2 Information
- Size: 15X13
- On 2nd Level
- Hardwood Flooring
- Bedroom #3 Information
- Size: 13X13
- On 2nd Level
- Hardwood Flooring
- Bedroom #4 Information
- Size: 13X13
- On 2nd Level
- Hardwood Flooring
- Bathroom Information
- # of Baths (Full): 3
- # of Baths (1/2): 1
- Master Bath
- Living Room Information
- Size: 22X13
- On Main Level
- Hardwood Flooring
- Window Curtains/Drapes
- Family Room Information
- Size: 16X13
- On Main Level
- Ceramic/Porcelain Tile Flooring
- Dining Room Information
- Separate Dining Room
- Size: 22X13
- On Main Level
- Hardwood Flooring
- Kitchen Information
- Size: 15X11
- Eating Area (Breakfast Bar), Island, Pantry (Walk-in)
- On Main Level
- Ceramic/Porcelain Tile Flooring
- Additional Rooms Information
- Library, Bonus Room
- Partial Basement
- Unfinished Basement
- Dormer, Finished Attic, Interior Stair to Attic
- Additional Room #1 Information
- Library
- Size: 16X13
- On Main Level
- Hardwood Flooring
- Additional Room #2 Information
- Bonus Room
- Size: 22X13
- On 3rd Level
- Equipment
- Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
- Fireplace Information
- # of Fireplaces: 4
- In Family Room, In Living Room, In Master Bedroom, Other Fireplace Location (See Remarks)
- Wood Burning
- Interior Features
- Skylight(s), Wet Bar, Hardwood Flooring, 2nd Floor Laundry
- Heating & Cooling
- Hot Water/Steam Heating, Radiators, Zoned Heating
- Partial Air Conditioning, SpacePak Air Conditioning
Exterior
- Building Information
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Built Before 1978
- Age: 100+ Years
- Frame Exterior
- Brick Foundation
- Wood Shake/Shingle Roof
- Property Features
- Patio, Porch, Storm/Screen Windows, Outdoor Grill
- Lot Information
- Dimensions: 80X656X80X653
- 1.0-1.99 Acres
- Professionally Landscaped
- Property Information
- # of Rooms: 10
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Commuter Train, Historical District
- Parcel Identification Number: 12332100130000
Financial
- Financial Information
- Tax: $21,669.27
- Tax Year: 2015
- Tax Exemptions: Homeowner, Senior
- Special Service Area: N
- Finance Code: Cash
Utilities
- Utility Information
- Water: Lake Michigan
- Sewer (Public), Sewer (Storm)
- 200+ Amp Service
Location
- Community Information
- Curbs/Gutters, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Paved Street
- School Information
- Elementary School: SHERIDAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
- Elementary School District: 67
- Junior High District: 67
- High School: LAKE FOREST HIGH SCHOOL
- High School District: 115
- Location Information
- Township: SHIELDS
- Corporate Limits: LAKE FOREST
- Directions: Deerpath Rd to Green Bay Rd. South on Green Bay Rd to Illinois. East.
Public facts
- Beds: —
- Baths: 3.5
- Sq. Ft.: 4,435
- Stories: 2.0
- Lot Size: 1.19 acres
- Style: Single Family Residential
- Year Built: 1893
- Year Renovated: 1913
- County: Lake County
- APN: 12-33-210-013
Other
- Listing Information
- Sale Price Includes Parking
- Listing Agent Must Accompany
- Possession: Closing
- Holds Earnest Money: Yes
- Sale Terms: Conventional
- Seller Concessions: No
Around this home
Schools
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 2.3mi
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.3mi
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi
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
1% 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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|---|---|
3 Beds | 2.5 Baths | 2579 Sq. Ft. | $1,081,959 |
- Beds | 3 Baths | 3716 Sq. Ft. | $1,476,848 |
| Address | Redfin Estimate |
|---|---|
4 Beds | 4 Baths | 3379 Sq. Ft. | $1,329,480 |
4 Beds | 2.5 Baths | 2244 Sq. Ft. | $1,227,855 |
| Address | Redfin Estimate |
|---|---|
5 Beds | 8 Baths | 7914 Sq. Ft. | $2,967,575 |
5 Beds | 6.5 Baths | 7867 Sq. Ft. | $2,682,200 |
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