Situated in the highly desirable Villa Turicum neighborhood of East Lake Forest, this well-maintained home offers generous living spaces, tasteful updates, and a wonderful setting for everyday living and entertaining. Set on a picturesque .96-acre property with a sparkling in-ground pool, the home features a gracious, open floor plan filled with natural light and neutral decor throughout. The inviting family room boasts a vaulted ceiling and fireplace with a beautiful view of the yard, while the spacious, elegant living room offers a second fireplace and a bay with French doors that open seamlessly to the backyard, creating an ideal setting for every lifestyle. The separate dining room is ideal for hosting family and friends, and flows right into the updated kitchen. A private office provides the perfect work-from-home space. Main floor laundry, mudroom and two powder rooms complete this wonderful first floor. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite is a true retreat with a beautifully renovated spa-inspired bath and a large walk-in-closet. The second floor also features an ensuite bedroom and two additional bedrooms that share a well-appointed hall bath. The finished lower level expands the living space with a recreation room offering a cozy brick fireplace, a full bath, and abundant storage. Surrounded by mature landscaping and offering wonderful indoor and outdoor spaces, this move-in-ready home presents an exceptional opportunity to make it your own!
Single-familyProperty Type
1969Year Built
0.96 acresLot Size
$597Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Andra O'Neill• @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Tree framed yard surrounds home that opens to curvy staircase to 2nd level. Hard wood floors all throughout home. Roomy kitchen with leads to dining, laundry room and large living room. Finished basement has fireplace plenty of storage space....
Spacious backyard with fenced in ground pool.
9 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Villa Turicum, located between Lake Michigan and the Skokie River corridor, is a lakeside and estate-style Lake Forest neighborhood with wooded lanes and private shoreline. The neighborhood’s character concentrates along North Sheridan Road near the Villa Turicum gates, where stone walls, canopy trees, and long driveways set a quiet, formal rhythm. Architecture leans toward grand historic residences with landscaped grounds and glimpses of the lake. The Lake Forest Beach and Lakefront Park shoreline frames daily walks and seasonal lake views. Market Square and the Lake Forest Library anchor nearby culture with independent storefronts and civic calm. Elawa Farm adds a working-landscape counterpoint with trails and a farm market feel.
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Offer insights
455 Rockefeller Rd · $2,190,000
$2.2M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $2.2M+ is a strong offer
SALE-TO-LIST
101.1%
Most homes are selling 1% above list price.
LIST PRICE
$2,190,000
Median list price in this area is $475,533. (78% lower than this home)
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Built-in features
Walk-in closets
Separate dining room
Screens on windows
Partially finished full basement
11 total rooms
3 fireplaces (family room, living room, basement) — wood burning with gas log and gas starter
Humidifier
Ceiling fans
Security system and security cameras
CO detectors
Sump pump with backup
Sprinkler system (lawn)
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms total
Master bedroom on second floor (16 x 20)
Bedroom 2 on second floor (13 x 15)
Bedroom 3 on second floor (16 x 15)
Bedroom 4 on second floor (14 x 13)
Bathrooms
4 full bathrooms
2 half bathrooms
Master bath features include whirlpool, separate shower, steam shower, double sink, and soaking tub
Bathroom in basement
Kitchen
Island with eating area/table space
Granite counters
Range
Microwave
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Bar fridge
Range hood
Stainless steel appliances
Disposal
Laundry & utility
Laundry room on main level (12 x 9)
Washer and dryer included
Sump pump with backup
Flooring
Hardwood flooring throughout main living areas and most bedrooms
Marble foyer
Ceramic tile in laundry
Carpet in recreation room (basement)
Heating & cooling
Natural gas heating
Forced air
Radiant and radiant floor heating
Multiple heating systems (2+)
Zoned heating
Central air conditioning
Zoned cooling
Exterior features
In-ground pool
Patio
Landscaped lot
Wooded acreage
Lot dimensions approximately 101 x 320 x 163 x 305
School bus service available
Home design
Detached single-family home
2 stories
Fee simple ownership
Built before 1978 (approx. 51–60 years old)
Parking
Attached garage (garage owned) with 2 garage spaces
Asphalt driveway
Garage door opener
Security
Security system
Security cameras
CO detectors
Construction
Brick, stone, and wood siding exterior
Asphalt roof
Concrete perimeter foundation
Approximately 3,673 finished square feet (assessor source) with about 5,800 total finished/unfinshed area
Utilities
Water from Lake Michigan and public water
Public sewer and storm sewer
HOA & community
No master association fee required
Community features include curbs, sidewalks, street lights, and paved streets
Other
Parcel number: 16033010030000
Electricity and solar
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Come see the fresh, updated look of this 4 bdrm/4.2 bath colonial in prestigious Villa Turicum! Hardwood floors throughout. First floor office. Sliders from the living room and family room lead out to expansive paver patio and pool. New closet system in master walk-in. Large secondary bedrooms and one with its own bath. Finished lower level with wet-bar, full bath and fireplace. State of the art security system. Enhanced outdoor entryway with paver patio and landscaping. Close to town, lake, schools and Metra. Almost an acre of paradise.
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09610347
Jun 20, 2017
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Apr 29, 2017
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09509958
Apr 29, 2017
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Apr 6, 2017
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Feb 21, 2017
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09391816
Feb 19, 2017
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Jan 3, 2017
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Nov 22, 2016
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Nov 19, 2016
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09373831
Nov 21, 2016
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Oct 24, 2016
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09294936
Oct 24, 2016
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Oct 19, 2016
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Jul 28, 2016
Listed (New)
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08760048
Jun 17, 2015
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$1,149,000
$313/sq ft
May 27, 2015
Pending
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Apr 9, 2015
Contingent
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Mar 16, 2015
Price Changed
$1,199,000
$327/sq ft
Oct 23, 2014
Listed (New)
$1,249,000
$340/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 25, 2002
Sold
$1,050,000
$286/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 21, 1997
Sold
$630,000
$172/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$25,108 (+2.6%)
$156,374 + $285,948
$442,322
2024
$24,483 (+6.2%)
$156,374 + $285,948
$442,322
2023
$23,062 (+7.7%)
$147,425 + $269,584
$417,009
2022
$21,411 (+5.5%)
$132,887 + $243,000
$375,887
2021
$20,303 (+2.9%)
$145,983 + $215,827
$361,810
2020
$19,739 (+3.8%)
$141,115 + $208,629
$349,744
2019
$19,025 (+25.2%)
$140,455 + $207,653
$348,108
2018
$15,196 (−23.1%)
$154,789 + $230,262
$385,051
2017
$19,749 (+5.0%)
$154,789 + $230,262
$385,051
2016
$18,804 (+2.5%)
$153,896 + $228,934
$382,830
2015
$18,348 (−0.6%)
$146,512 + $217,949
$364,461
2013
$18,451 (−7.8%)
$146,645 + $192,668
$339,313
2012
$20,019 (+7.8%)
$182,159 + $209,088
$391,247
2011
$18,577 (+14.1%)
$184,971 + $212,315
$397,286
2010
$16,275 (+3.2%)
$229,869 + $151,658
$381,527
2008
$15,772 (−4.2%)
$243,609 + $220,698
$464,307
2007
$16,464
$234,912 + $212,818
$447,730
Public record
Beds
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Baths
5
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.96 Acres
Year renovated
1970
Finished Sq. Ft.
5,373
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
5,373
Year built
1969
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lake County
APN
16-03-301-003
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.
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
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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Sun exposure
96/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.2 hrs
5.9 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 455 Rockefeller Rd
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