Designed by renowned architect Walter Frazier & located on highly sought after Lake Road this iconic Lake Forest home is full of character and reminiscent of times gone by. Spacious rooms for today's living with all the charm of the past. Perfectly situated on over an acre of beautiful property w/ mature trees & plantings overlooking the wooded bluff & gorgeous views of Lake Michigan. The foyer w/ winding staircase welcomes you in to the freshly painted interior. Hardwood floors can be found throughout along with many original elements & features. Grand living room, handsome library & elegant dining room w/ original built-ins are all graced with fireplaces. Upstairs you will find six bedrooms, three w/ fireplaces & all w/ abundant storage. Coach house with bed, bath & kitchenette. Sprawling back yard ready for entertaining. Roof was replaced in Dec. 2018 & all 3 chimneys were rebuilt w/ chimney caps & tuck-pointing. Steps from the Forest Park beach & boat launch. A true treasure by the Lake
Single-familyProperty Type
1930Year Built
1.24 acresLot Size
$521Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 spacesParking
Listed by Jean Anderson• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Listed by Donna Mancuso• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Bought with Kristen Esplin• Griffith, Grant & Lackie
Designed by renowned architect Walter Frazier and located on highly sought after Lake Road this iconic Lake Forest home is full of character and reminiscent of times gone by. Spacious rooms for today's living with all the charm of the past. Perfectly situated on over an acre of beautiful property with mature trees and plantings overlooking the wooded bluff and gorgeous views of Lake Michigan. The foyer with winding staircase welcomes you in to the freshly painted interior. Hardwood floors can be found throughout along with many original elements and features. Grand living room, handsome library and elegant dining room with original built-ins are all graced with fireplaces. Upstairs you will find six bedrooms, three with fireplaces and all with abundant storage. Coach house with bed, bath & kitchenette. Sprawling back yard with lovely gardens. A true treasure by the Lake!
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09694722
Feb 21, 2018
Listing Removed
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Jul 19, 2017
Listed (New)
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08938795
Jul 18, 2017
Listing Removed
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Jul 10, 2017
Relisted (Reactivated)
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Jul 3, 2017
Contingent
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Oct 5, 2016
Price Changed
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Jan 13, 2016
Price Changed
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Jun 1, 2015
Listed (New)
*
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$51,976 (+5.3%)
$395,078 + $504,822
$899,900
2024
$49,381 (+14.3%)
$395,078 + $504,822
$899,900
2023
$43,185 (+8.3%)
$362,525 + $381,837
$744,362
2022
$39,858 (+2.9%)
$334,186 + $351,988
$686,174
2021
$38,753 (+2.3%)
$321,495 + $338,620
$660,115
2020
$37,884 (+5.3%)
$318,722 + $335,699
$654,421
2019
$35,994 (−16.3%)
$314,602 + $331,360
$645,962
2018
$42,994 (+3.4%)
$419,115 + $397,910
$817,025
2017
$41,572 (+4.2%)
$419,115 + $397,910
$817,025
2016
$39,881 (+1.1%)
$412,109 + $391,259
$803,368
2015
$39,441 (+3.2%)
$392,261 + $372,415
$764,676
2013
$38,236 (+2.6%)
$331,611 + $363,322
$694,933
2012
$37,264 (+2.5%)
$347,051 + $380,239
$727,290
2011
$36,351 (−20.3%)
$369,360 + $404,682
$774,042
2010
$45,593 (−0.2%)
$720,063 + $328,152
$1,048,215
2008
$45,672 (+0.6%)
$786,352 + $358,362
$1,144,714
2007
$45,412
$780,530 + $430,298
$1,210,828
Tax history for 650 Lake Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$51,976 (+5.3%)
$395,078 + $504,822
$899,900
2024
$49,381 (+14.3%)
$395,078 + $504,822
$899,900
2023
$43,185 (+8.3%)
$362,525 + $381,837
$744,362
2022
$39,858 (+2.9%)
$334,186 + $351,988
$686,174
2021
$38,753 (+2.3%)
$321,495 + $338,620
$660,115
2020
$37,884 (+5.3%)
$318,722 + $335,699
$654,421
2019
$35,994 (−16.3%)
$314,602 + $331,360
$645,962
2018
$42,994 (+3.4%)
$419,115 + $397,910
$817,025
2017
$41,572 (+4.2%)
$419,115 + $397,910
$817,025
2016
$39,881 (+1.1%)
$412,109 + $391,259
$803,368
2015
$39,441 (+3.2%)
$392,261 + $372,415
$764,676
2013
$38,236 (+2.6%)
$331,611 + $363,322
$694,933
2012
$37,264 (+2.5%)
$347,051 + $380,239
$727,290
2011
$36,351 (−20.3%)
$369,360 + $404,682
$774,042
2010
$45,593 (−0.2%)
$720,063 + $328,152
$1,048,215
2008
$45,672 (+0.6%)
$786,352 + $358,362
$1,144,714
2007
$45,412
$780,530 + $430,298
$1,210,828
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
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Baths
4.5
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
1.24 Acres
Year renovated
1930
Sq. Ft.
5,802
Year built
1930
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lake County
APN
12-34-103-010
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Cars: 3
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Garage Parking
Garage Door Opener(s)
Attached Garage, Detached Garage
Garage On-Site
Owned Garage
Asphalt Driveway, Circular Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 6
# of Bedrooms (Above Grade): 6
Master Bedroom Information
Size: 20X19
On 2nd Level
Hardwood Flooring
Bedroom #2 Information
Size: 20X15
On 2nd Level
Hardwood Flooring
Bedroom #3 Information
Size: 16X13
On 2nd Level
Hardwood Flooring
Bedroom #4 Information
Size: 21X18
On 2nd Level
Hardwood Flooring
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 4
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Master Bath
Living Room Information
Size: 31X19
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Dining Room Information
Separate Dining Room
Size: 21X19
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Kitchen Information
Size: 15X14
Eating Area (Table Space), Island, Pantry (Butler), Pantry (Closet)