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Off Market Jul 2023 for $510K

$626,518

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,765/mo

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1,456

sq ft

68 W Old Elm Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045

About this home

Ready to welcome you home, this delightfully situated home boasts three inviting bedrooms and two and a half bright and airy bathrooms for all of your comfortable living needs. Offering plenty of space to entertain guests or curl up for a cozy night in, this home features tasteful built-in banquette seating, plantation shutters, and gleaming maple hardwood floors and a generous sized rear deck. Head downstairs to the finished basement, where you'll find a spacious recreation room perfect for hosting game nights, movie marathons, and other fun activities. Ideally situated close to Rte 41, Metra and bike trail, this location is ideal for your transportation needs. Looking for outdoor adventure?,.....take a short stroll to nearby Northcroft Park-- the ideal place to unwind and soak up nature. Whether you're an early morning coffee drinker, a late-night bookworm, or simply enjoy spending time with family and friends, this home offers the perfect setting. Experience the peaceful and serene backdrop of the highly desirable Lake Forest living and create cherished memories in this exceptional home. Buyer pays LF Transfer Tax...$4/$1000

Single-familyProperty Type

1986Year Built

6,098 sq ftLot Size

$430Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Tim Ratty • Baird & Warner

Bought with Samuel Lubeck • Baird & Warner

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•Source:MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11761140

Redfin Estimate

$626,518

$117K since sold in July 2023$1,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 37.5% lower than the average sale price ($1.00M) of 6 comparable homes.

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$1,250,000
A
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SOLD APR 15, 2026
$874,500
B
4 beds3 baths2,532 sq ft
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SOLD JUN 22, 2026
$979,500
C
4 beds2.5 baths2,724 sq ft
196 E Louis Ave, Lake Forest, IL 60045
SOLD NOV 19, 2025
$757,000
D
4 beds2.5 baths3,100 sq ft
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SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$1,350,000
E
4 beds3.5 baths2,853 sq ft
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SOLD SEP 19, 2025
$800,000
F
3 beds3 baths2,488 sq ft
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Market trends in 60045, IL

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

100.7%

0.5% MoM

Median sale price

$1.4M

$46K MoM

Avg. days on market

49d

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Sale history for 68 W Old Elm Rd

Date

Event

Price

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11761140

Jul 5, 2023

Sold (MLS) (Closed)

$510,000

$350/sq ft

May 1, 2023

Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)

—

Apr 27, 2023

Listed (Active)

$507,000

$348/sq ft

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09893575

Jun 28, 2018

Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)

$415,000

$285/sq ft

Mar 27, 2018

Contingent

—

Mar 23, 2018

Listed (New)

$419,000

$288/sq ft

+14

This Pottery Barn perfect home is ready for you to move right in! The fresh, white kitchen cabinets with newer appliances, countertops and built-in banquette seating and table. All new plantation shutters and newer maple hardwood floors. Wonderful backyard and attached two-car garage. Master bedroom with bathroom including double sinks and shower. The finished basement has a wonderful recreation room, game area and laundry room. A wonderful home across from Northcroft Park!

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08328697

Jun 19, 2013

Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)

$369,000

$253/sq ft

May 5, 2013

Contingent

—

Apr 29, 2013

Listed (New)

$389,000

$267/sq ft

Nicely maintained cedar colonial in great location near Northcroft park, schools and transportation. Spacious living room w/sliders to newer deck overlooking picket fenced yard. Large eat-in kitchen. Separate dining room. Master bath updated w/ marble shower & granite counters. HW floors in entry, kitchen & 2nd floor. Full unfinished basement allows expansion possibility. Exterior freshly painted. Adorable!

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07596329

Oct 24, 2010

Listing Removed

—

Aug 26, 2010

Price Changed (Price Change)

Jul 31, 2010

Listed (New)

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06462732

Sep 5, 2007

Listing Removed

—

Apr 2, 2007

Listed

Public Records

Dec 3, 2003

Sold

$370,000

$254/sq ft

Public Records

Apr 1, 1986

Sold

$20,000

$14/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$8,146 (+1.6%)

$46,840 + $102,888

$149,728

2024

$8,021 (+2.5%)

$46,840 + $102,888

$149,728

2023

$7,829 (+10.6%)

$44,678 + $98,138

$142,816

2022

$7,077 (+5.9%)

$41,628 + $91,439

$133,067

2021

$6,682 (+2.7%)

$39,212 + $84,599

$123,811

2020

$6,509 (+3.4%)

$37,806 + $81,565

$119,371

2019

$6,293 (−8.3%)

$37,822 + $81,598

$119,420

2018

$6,866 (+2.0%)

$40,088 + $96,086

$136,174

2017

$6,730 (+3.3%)

$40,088 + $96,086

$136,174

2016

$6,517 (+1.6%)

$39,960 + $95,780

$135,740

2015

$6,415 (+19.9%)

$38,449 + $92,158

$130,607

2013

$5,350 (+0.3%)

$36,384 + $65,324

$101,708

2012

$5,333 (−13.1%)

$36,874 + $66,205

$103,079

2011

$6,136 (+2.9%)

$38,694 + $91,179

$129,873

2010

$5,965 (+7.7%)

$42,483 + $94,291

$136,774

2008

$5,540 (+6.4%)

$45,013 + $99,906

$144,919

2007

$5,206

$44,799 + $99,432

$144,231

Tax history for 68 W Old Elm Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$8,146 (+1.6%)

$46,840 + $102,888

$149,728

2024

$8,021 (+2.5%)

$46,840 + $102,888

$149,728

2023

$7,829 (+10.6%)

$44,678 + $98,138

$142,816

2022

$7,077 (+5.9%)

$41,628 + $91,439

$133,067

2021

$6,682 (+2.7%)

$39,212 + $84,599

$123,811

2020

$6,509 (+3.4%)

$37,806 + $81,565

$119,371

2019

$6,293 (−8.3%)

$37,822 + $81,598

$119,420

2018

$6,866 (+2.0%)

$40,088 + $96,086

$136,174

2017

$6,730 (+3.3%)

$40,088 + $96,086

$136,174

2016

$6,517 (+1.6%)

$39,960 + $95,780

$135,740

2015

$6,415 (+19.9%)

$38,449 + $92,158

$130,607

2013

$5,350 (+0.3%)

$36,384 + $65,324

$101,708

2012

$5,333 (−13.1%)

$36,874 + $66,205

$103,079

2011

$6,136 (+2.9%)

$38,694 + $91,179

$129,873

2010

$5,965 (+7.7%)

$42,483 + $94,291

$136,774

2008

$5,540 (+6.4%)

$45,013 + $99,906

$144,919

2007

$5,206

$44,799 + $99,432

$144,231

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

2.5

Stories

Lot width

50 ft.

Lot depth

125 ft.

Lot size

6,251 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1986

Sq. Ft.

2,002

Year built

1986

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Lake County

APN

16-08-218-008

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# Of Cars: 2
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking: Garage
Garage Ownership: Owned
Garage On-Site: Yes
Garage Type: Attached
Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
Driveway: Asphalt

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (1/2): 1

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms Possible: 3

Room Information
Room Type: Recreation Room
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 23 x 13
Flooring: Carpet

Room Information
Room Type: Play Room
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 10 x 10
Flooring: Carpet

Room Information
Room Type: Foyer
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 4
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Dimensions: 12 x 9
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Dimensions: 11 x 9
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4

Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 10
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Family Room

Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Type: Eating Area-Table Space
Level: Main
Dimensions: 16 x 11
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 16 x 10

Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 17 x 14
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Second
Dimensions: 13 x 13
Flooring: Hardwood
Bath: Full

Additional Rooms Information
Attic: Unfinished
Dining Room: Separate
Basement: Full
Basement Description: Unfinished

Interior Features
Interior Features: Hardwood Floors
# of Rooms: 8

Equipment
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
TV-Cable

Exterior

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Deck

Building Information
Living Area Source: Assessor
Exterior Building Type: Cedar
Age: 31-40 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
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
Parcel Number: 16082180080000

Lot Information
Dimensions: 50X125
Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $6,682
Tax Year: 2021
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Special Service Area: N

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Lake Michigan
Sewer: Public Sewer
Electric: 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Community Information
Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

School Information
Elementary School District: 67
Elementary School: Cherokee 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: West Deerfield
Corporate Limits: Lake Forest
Directions: Old Elm Rd. west of 41 to #

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,002
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,251 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1986
Year Renovated: 1986
County: Lake County
APN: 16-08-218-008

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 15, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing

Teams Information
Buyer Team Name: The Lubeck Group

Around this home

Schools

Cherokee Elementary School

Public K-4 • Assigned • 1.9mi

10/10

Deer Path Middle School West

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.9mi

10/10

Lake Forest High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.2mi

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 98° 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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$596,000 – $721,000

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Home values near 68 W Old Elm Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
60 W Old Elm Road, Lake Forest, IL 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2110 Sq. Ft.	$588,169
124 W Old Elm Road, Lake Forest, IL 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2462 Sq. Ft.	$915,867

Address	Redfin Estimate
76 W Old Elm Road, Lake Forest, IL 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2486 Sq. Ft.	$682,060
140 W Old Elm Road, Lake Forest, IL 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2329 Sq. Ft.	$1,040,396

Address	Redfin Estimate
86 W Old Elm Road, Lake Forest, IL 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2140 Sq. Ft.	$717,909
10 W Old Elm Road, Lake Forest, IL 3 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 2686 Sq. Ft.	$862,247

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