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Off market jun 2024 for $1.1M

$1,438,884

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $7,963/mo

•

3,672

sq ft

688 Buena Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045

About this home

Welcome to 688 Buena Road, located in the beautiful Ponds neighborhood of Lake Forest! This home offers over 4,000 square feet of living space and seamlessly blends comfort and convenience. Upon entering, you're greeted by beautiful hardwood floors and a grand foyer. The main level boasts remarkable room sizes, starting with a large living room featuring a lovely fireplace and french doors leading to the expansive family room. With vaulted ceilings and a cozy fireplace, the family room is perfect for hanging out and relaxing. The kitchen is a chef's delight, equipped with a large island, top-tier appliances, and ample storage. Adjacent is the bright breakfast room, ideal for casual dining, while the separate and spacious dining room offers an excellent space for entertaining. The main level also features an ultra-rare bedroom with an en-suite bathroom perfect for guests, in-laws, or a home office. A large laundry room, powder room, and 3-car attached garage complete this floor. Upstairs, the expansive primary suite features a huge walk-in closet and a spa-like bathroom with dual sinks, a separate shower, and a whirlpool tub. Three additional bedrooms and another full bathroom provide ample space for family and guests. The finished basement offers a large recreation room, storage space, and a half bathroom. Outside, a new deck overlooks the expansive backyard, perfect for outdoor entertaining. Located close to parks, Cherokee Elementary School and all that Lake Forest has to offer, 688 Buena is the perfect place to call home!

Single-familyProperty Type

1987Year Built

0.5 acresLot Size

$392Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 car garageParking

Listed by David Chung • Compass

Listed by Amy Chung • Compass

Bought with Douglas Misko • Douglas Misko

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•Source:MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12045734

Redfin Estimate

$1,438,884

$269K since sold in June 2024$10K since September

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SOLD APR 24, 2026
$1,175,000
A
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SOLD JUL 17, 2026
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B
5 beds4 baths3,977 sq ft
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C
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SOLD APR 9, 2026
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D
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SOLD NOV 7, 2025
$1,125,000
E
4 beds4 baths3,734 sq ft
510 Buena Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045

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Market trends in 60045, IL

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

100.7%

0.5% MoM

Median sale price

$1.4M

$47K MoM

Avg. days on market

49d

0 days MoM

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Sale history for 688 Buena Rd

Date

Event

Price

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12045734

Jun 28, 2024

Sold (MLS) (Closed)

$1,170,000

$319/sq ft

May 8, 2024

Contingent (Contingent - No Showings)

—

May 2, 2024

Listed (Active)

$1,175,000

$320/sq ft

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08082578

Feb 14, 2013

Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)

$935,000

$255/sq ft

Feb 12, 2013

Pending

—

Feb 5, 2013

Contingent

—

Nov 7, 2012

Price Changed (Price Change)

$980,000

$267/sq ft

Jul 16, 2012

Price Changed (Price Change)

$999,000

$272/sq ft

Jul 3, 2012

Price Changed (Price Change)

$1,045,000

$285/sq ft

Jun 4, 2012

Listed (New)

$1,060,000

$289/sq ft

+10

What a place to call home! So much has been done. NEW kitchen with granite, stainless steel, tall custom cabinetry, Sub-zero + two refrigerator doors, double Wolf ovens,5-burner cook top, large island and wet bar. Wood floors throughout have all been redone. New Master bath includes granite, double sinks, large shower, Kohler Bubble tub, travertine floors. New furnaces, A/C's, air filtration system.

Public Records

Dec 14, 2005

Sold

$958,000

$261/sq ft

Public Records

Jul 23, 1999

Sold

$685,000

$187/sq ft

Public Records

Nov 15, 1993

Sold

$551,000

$150/sq ft

Public Records

Oct 16, 1992

Sold

$575,000

$157/sq ft

Public Records

May 1, 1989

Sold

$615,000

$167/sq ft

Public Records

Jan 1, 1984

Sold

$45,000

$12/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$20,431 (+1.3%)

$103,019 + $260,245

$363,264

2024

$20,164 (+4.2%)

$103,019 + $260,245

$363,264

2023

$19,347 (−1.3%)

$98,263 + $248,461

$346,724

2022

$19,597 (+5.8%)

$89,811 + $227,092

$316,903

2021

$18,527 (+2.7%)

$96,698 + $235,394

$332,092

2020

$18,046 (+3.5%)

$93,230 + $226,951

$320,181

2019

$17,442 (+2.1%)

$93,267 + $227,043

$320,310

2018

$17,082 (+2.0%)

$98,855 + $230,782

$329,637

2017

$16,746 (+3.2%)

$98,855 + $230,782

$329,637

2016

$16,232 (+1.4%)

$98,540 + $230,046

$328,586

2015

$16,010 (−2.6%)

$94,814 + $221,347

$316,161

2013

$16,438 (+3.5%)

$89,722 + $218,774

$308,496

2012

$15,878 (+4.2%)

$90,931 + $221,722

$312,653

2011

$15,236 (+12.5%)

$95,416 + $232,657

$328,073

2010

$13,547 (+3.1%)

$104,781 + $211,743

$316,524

2008

$13,135 (+6.9%)

$111,020 + $224,352

$335,372

2007

$12,293

$110,492 + $223,286

$333,778

Tax history for 688 Buena Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$20,431 (+1.3%)

$103,019 + $260,245

$363,264

2024

$20,164 (+4.2%)

$103,019 + $260,245

$363,264

2023

$19,347 (−1.3%)

$98,263 + $248,461

$346,724

2022

$19,597 (+5.8%)

$89,811 + $227,092

$316,903

2021

$18,527 (+2.7%)

$96,698 + $235,394

$332,092

2020

$18,046 (+3.5%)

$93,230 + $226,951

$320,181

2019

$17,442 (+2.1%)

$93,267 + $227,043

$320,310

2018

$17,082 (+2.0%)

$98,855 + $230,782

$329,637

2017

$16,746 (+3.2%)

$98,855 + $230,782

$329,637

2016

$16,232 (+1.4%)

$98,540 + $230,046

$328,586

2015

$16,010 (−2.6%)

$94,814 + $221,347

$316,161

2013

$16,438 (+3.5%)

$89,722 + $218,774

$308,496

2012

$15,878 (+4.2%)

$90,931 + $221,722

$312,653

2011

$15,236 (+12.5%)

$95,416 + $232,657

$328,073

2010

$13,547 (+3.1%)

$104,781 + $211,743

$316,524

2008

$13,135 (+6.9%)

$111,020 + $224,352

$335,372

2007

$12,293

$110,492 + $223,286

$333,778

*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

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.5 Acres

Year renovated

1995

Sq. Ft.

4,681

Year built

1987

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Lake County

APN

16-05-402-064

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 3
# of Parking (Total): 3
Parking: Garage
Garage Ownership: Owned
Garage On-Site: Yes
Garage Type: Attached
Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s)
Driveway: Asphalt

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
# of Baths (1/2): 2
Bath Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower,Double Sink,Full Body Spray Shower
Basement Bathrooms (Y/N): Yes

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 5
# of Bedrooms Possible: 5

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 5
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 11
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Recreation Room
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 31 x 25
Flooring: Carpet

Room Information
Room Type: Foyer
Level: Main
Dimensions: 15 x 12
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Breakfast Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 12
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Dimensions: 14 x 17
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Dimensions: 13 x 10
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Second
Dimensions: 10 x 13
Flooring: Hardwood

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

Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14 x 20
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Type: Eating Area-Breakfast Bar,Island
Level: Main
Dimensions: 27 x 15
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Main
Dimensions: 9 x 8

Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14 x 21
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Second
Dimensions: 15 x 21
Flooring: Hardwood
Bath: Full

Additional Rooms Information
Attic: Pull Down Stair
Dining Room: Separate
Basement: Partial
Basement Description: Finished
Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Sink

Interior Features
Interior Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, In-Law Arrangement, Walk-In Closet(s)
# of Rooms: 11

Equipment
Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop
Humidifier, CO Detectors, Sump Pump, Air Purifier, Generator

Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 3
Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room,Master Bedroom
Fireplace Features: Gas Log

Exterior

Building Information
Living Area Source: Assessor
Exterior Building Type: Brick
Age: 31-40 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
Roof: Shake
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: 16054020640000

Lot Information
Dimensions: 112 X 169 X 88 X 164
Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $19,347.34
Tax Year: 2023
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Special Service Area: N

Utilities

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

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

Location

Community Information
Community Features: Park, Tennis Court(s), Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

Homeowners Association Information
Association Fee: $875
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Fee Includes: Other
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
Subdivision Name: The Ponds
Township: West Deerfield
Corporate Limits: Lake Forest
Directions: Westleigh to Buena, South to home

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 4,681
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1987
Year Renovated: 1995
County: Lake County
APN: 16-05-402-064

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 15, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: No

Around this home

Schools

Cherokee Elementary School

Public K-4 • Assigned • 1.6mi

10/10

Deer Path Middle School West

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.6mi

10/10

Lake Forest High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.6mi

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

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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Estimated sale price

$1.37M – $1.66M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
694 Buena Rd, Lake Forest, IL 4 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 4149 Sq. Ft.	$1,549,147
615 Buena Rd, Lake Forest, IL 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3349 Sq. Ft.	$1,187,016

Address	Redfin Estimate
677 Buena Rd, Lake Forest, IL 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 5463 Sq. Ft.	$1,478,266
720 Buena Rd, Lake Forest, IL 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3160 Sq. Ft.	$1,326,856

Address	Redfin Estimate
707 Buena Rd, Lake Forest, IL 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 3937 Sq. Ft.	$1,554,132
644 Buena Rd, Lake Forest, IL 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 4148 Sq. Ft.	$1,269,951

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