This gracious center entry colonial is located in the heart of East Lake Forest, between town and beach. This home features high ceilings, generous room sizes, four fireplaces, and a first floor fifth bedroom or office with full bath adjacent. You will find many recent improvements including refinished hardwood floors, fresh paint, new lighting, and new built-ins, wainscoting, and moldings. The second level also enjoys wood floors, and the master bedroom suite features a large, cherry, walk-in closet. The deep basement with updated bath provides a great additional recreation space with home theater and pool table space. This home also features first floor laundry and an attached garage. Located down a private drive, this home has a landscaped and fenced-in rear yard with newer deck. Additional updates include a newer air conditioner, humidifier, electrical work, security system, and exterior paint.
Single-familyProperty Type
1976Year Built
0.41 acresLot Size
$445Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Suzanne Myers• Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with Ann Lyon• @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Gracious traditional Colonial located down a private drive in East LF. Many lovely features incl 9Ft. ceiling, 4 Fpls, custom millwork & HW flrs. Newly remoldeled kitchen w/stone flrs, granite counters, center island & SS appl opens to bkfst rm & cozy fam rm w/FP. Sliders lead to deck overlooking .4 acre fenced property. Great master w/huge dressing rm & remodeled bath. Fabulous location. Walk to town, train & lake.
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08294328
Jul 22, 2013
Listing Removed
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Apr 7, 2013
Price Changed (Price Change)
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Mar 18, 2013
Listed (New)
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08030903
Sep 16, 2012
Listing Removed
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Mar 30, 2012
Listed (New)
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07868181
Nov 29, 2011
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Jul 29, 2011
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07763512
Jul 29, 2011
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Mar 25, 2011
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07538924
Feb 26, 2011
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May 26, 2010
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Public Records
Jun 9, 1998
Sold
$660,000
$193/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$23,193 (+7.5%)
$159,744 + $249,823
$409,567
2024
$21,576 (+3.3%)
$159,744 + $249,823
$409,567
2023
$20,893 (−4.1%)
$143,842 + $261,832
$405,674
2022
$21,784 (+2.9%)
$120,544 + $257,009
$377,553
2021
$21,177 (+2.3%)
$117,103 + $249,673
$366,776
2020
$20,704 (+5.3%)
$116,093 + $247,520
$363,613
2019
$19,669 (+13.4%)
$114,592 + $244,320
$358,912
2018
$17,338 (+2.7%)
$152,770 + $180,284
$333,054
2017
$16,887 (+5.1%)
$152,770 + $180,284
$333,054
2016
$16,070 (+1.2%)
$150,216 + $177,270
$327,486
2015
$15,881 (+19.6%)
$142,981 + $168,732
$311,713
2013
$13,282 (+2.0%)
$133,485 + $111,795
$245,280
2012
$13,027 (+2.4%)
$139,700 + $117,000
$256,700
2011
$12,716 (+3.4%)
$148,680 + $124,521
$273,201
2010
$12,303 (−0.2%)
$125,839 + $160,261
$286,100
2008
$12,334 (+7.0%)
$137,424 + $175,015
$312,439
2007
$11,525
$136,406 + $173,719
$310,125
Tax history for 525 Rosemary Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$23,193 (+7.5%)
$159,744 + $249,823
$409,567
2024
$21,576 (+3.3%)
$159,744 + $249,823
$409,567
2023
$20,893 (−4.1%)
$143,842 + $261,832
$405,674
2022
$21,784 (+2.9%)
$120,544 + $257,009
$377,553
2021
$21,177 (+2.3%)
$117,103 + $249,673
$366,776
2020
$20,704 (+5.3%)
$116,093 + $247,520
$363,613
2019
$19,669 (+13.4%)
$114,592 + $244,320
$358,912
2018
$17,338 (+2.7%)
$152,770 + $180,284
$333,054
2017
$16,887 (+5.1%)
$152,770 + $180,284
$333,054
2016
$16,070 (+1.2%)
$150,216 + $177,270
$327,486
2015
$15,881 (+19.6%)
$142,981 + $168,732
$311,713
2013
$13,282 (+2.0%)
$133,485 + $111,795
$245,280
2012
$13,027 (+2.4%)
$139,700 + $117,000
$256,700
2011
$12,716 (+3.4%)
$148,680 + $124,521
$273,201
2010
$12,303 (−0.2%)
$125,839 + $160,261
$286,100
2008
$12,334 (+7.0%)
$137,424 + $175,015
$312,439
2007
$11,525
$136,406 + $173,719
$310,125
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room,Master Bedroom,Other
Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Gas Starter
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Deck
Building Information
Living Area Source: Assessor
Exterior Building Type: Aluminum Siding
Age: 41-50 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Roof: Asphalt
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 2 Stories
Ownership: Fee Simple
Property Currently Being Leased: No
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): No
General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train
Parcel Number: 12334040070000
Lot Information
Dimensions: 17774
Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
Lot Features: Irregular Lot, Landscaped
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $19,669.06
Tax Year: 2020
Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Special Service Area: N
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Lake Michigan
Sewer: Public Sewer
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Community Information
Community Features: 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: Located on Rosemary between Washington Road and Illinois Road. Third driveway east of Illinois Road on the South side of the street. House not visible from the street.
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,424
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.41 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1976
Year Renovated: 1976
County: Lake County
APN: 12-33-404-007
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 15, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing
Around this home
Schools
Sheridan Elementary School
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 2.3mi
10/10
Deer Path Middle School West
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.3mi
10/10
Lake Forest High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
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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 97° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% 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
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.
10.2 hrs
3.3 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$1.45M – $1.75M
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