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479 Washington Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
About this home
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION in the heart of "East" Lake Forest. This striking estate is tucked behind iron gates and a towering arbor vitae hedge. The home is perfectly refined with intricate details & elegance throughout and has been completely renovated for today's modern living; Features include a large gourmet kitchen, reclaimed teak plank floors, elegant master suite with spa-like bathroom, private main-level office, enclosed sun porch, bonus room, 3rd-floor rec space, walk-out basement, tons of storage, huge laundry room with dual washers and dryers, dog shower & heated 3.5 car garage. A guest suite with kitchenette offers perfect space for nanny or live-in. Professionally landscaped grounds envelop the property. Conveniently located minutes to Market Square, Metra commuter station, or Lake Forest beach.
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Sale history for 479 Washington Rd
$222/sq ft
$222/sq ft
$257/sq ft
$265/sq ft
$289/sq ft
$322/sq ft
$203/sq ft
$59/sq ft
Tax history for 479 Washington 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: 3.5
- # of Garage Spaces: 3.5
- Garage Parking
- Garage Door Opener(s), Heated Garage
- Attached Garage
- Garage On-Site
- Asphalt Driveway
Interior
- Virtual Tour
- Additional Media Type 1: Video
- Bedroom Information
- # of Bedrooms: 5
- # of Bedrooms (Above Grade): 5
- Master Bedroom Information
- Size: 16X14
- On 2nd Level
- Carpet Flooring
- Bedroom #2 Information
- Size: 15X14
- On 2nd Level
- Carpet Flooring
- Bedroom #3 Information
- Size: 15X13
- On 2nd Level
- Carpet Flooring
- Bedroom #4 Information
- Size: 19X14
- On 2nd Level
- Carpet Flooring
- Bathroom Information
- # of Baths (Full): 4
- # of Baths (1/2): 2
- Master Bath
- Separate Shower, Double Sink, Soaking Tub
- Bathroom(s) in Basement
- Living Room Information
- Size: 28X19
- On Main Level
- Hardwood Flooring
- Dining Room Information
- Separate Dining Room
- Size: 21X20
- On Main Level
- Hardwood Flooring
- Kitchen Information
- Size: 25X12
- Eating Area (Breakfast Bar), Eating Area (Table Space), Island, Pantry (Butler)
- On Main Level
- Hardwood Flooring
- Laundry Room Information
- Size: 15X8
- In Walk-Out Basement
- Ceramic/Porcelain Tile Flooring
- Additional Rooms Information
- 5th Bedroom, Breakfast Room, Enclosed Porch, Foyer, Office, Pantry, Recreation Room, Sitting Room, Tandem Room, Walk-In Closet
- Partial Basement, Walkout
- Partially Finished Basement, Exterior Access to Basement
- Additional Room #1 Information
- Bedroom #5
- Size: 12X9
- On 2nd Level
- Carpet Flooring
- Additional Room #2 Information
- Office
- Size: 19X15
- On Main Level
- Hardwood Flooring
- Additional Room #3 Information
- Recreation Room
- Size: 27X17
- On 3rd Level
- Carpet Flooring
- Additional Room #4 Information
- Sitting Room
- Size: 15X11
- On 2nd Level
- Carpet Flooring
- Additional Room #5 Information
- Foyer
- Size: 17X14
- On Main Level
- Stone
- Additional Room #6 Information
- Walk-in Closet
- Size: 12X9
- On 3rd Level
- Carpet Flooring
- Additional Room #7 Information
- Pantry
- Size: 12X8
- On Main Level
- Hardwood Flooring
- Additional Room #8 Information
- Enclosed Porch
- Size: 24X15
- On Main Level
- Additional Room #9 Information
- Breakfast Room
- Size: 16X10
- On Main Level
- Hardwood Flooring
- Additional Room #10 Information
- Tandem Room
- Size: 14X10
- On 2nd Level
- Carpet Flooring
- Equipment
- Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
- Humidifier, Security System, Lawn Sprinkler(s)
- Fireplace Information
- # of Fireplaces: 5
- In Living Room, In Master Bedroom, Other Fireplace Location (See Remarks)
- Interior Features
- Wet Bar, Hardwood Flooring, Heated Floors, In-Law Arrangement
- Heating & Cooling
- Gas Heating, Forced Air Heating
- Central Air Conditioning
Exterior
- Building Information
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Built Before 1978
- Age: 81-90 Years
- Stucco Exterior
- Tile Roof
- Property Features
- Balcony, Patio, Porch
- Lot Information
- Dimensions: 207 X 157 X 181 X 256
- .50-.99 Acre
- Fenced Yard, Professionally Landscaped
- Property Information
- # of Rooms: 13
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- School Bus Service, Commuter Train
- Parcel Identification Number: 12332120040000
Financial
- Financial Information
- Tax: $41,778.82
- Tax Year: 2016
- Special Service Area: N
- Finance Code: Cash
Utilities
- Utility Information
- Water: Lake Michigan
- Sewer (Public)
Location
- Community Information
- Curbs/Gutters, Gated Entry, Sidewalks
- 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
- Township: SHIELDS
- Corporate Limits: LAKE FOREST
- Directions: DEERPATH EAST TO WASHINGTON, SOUTH TO HOUSE
Public facts
- Beds: —
- Baths: 5.0
- Sq. Ft.: 7,941
- Stories: 2.25
- Lot Size: 0.88 acres
- Style: Single Family Residential
- Year Built: 1928
- Year Renovated: 1928
- County: Lake County
- APN: 12-33-212-004
Other
- Listing Information
- Listing Agent Must Accompany
- Possession: Closing
- Holds Earnest Money: Yes
- Seller Concessions: No
Around this home
Schools
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 2.5mi
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.5mi
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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