Google street view image for 711 Valley Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045

Off Market Dec 2015 for $1M

$1,499,793

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $6,875/mo

•

3,448

sq ft

711 Valley Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045

About this home

Stately brick French Normandy built by Gene Martin set on one of the largest lots in the sought after neighborhood of the Ponds. This elegant 2-story home has all the luxuries of today's lifestyle to accommodate gracious family living and entertaining. Impeccable attention to detail: Solid wood crown moldings, chair rails, oak floors on the first floor, and an elegant curved staircase. The spacious white kitchen is appointed with quality appliances, such as Subzero refrigerator and Decor double ovens. A center island has a vegetable sink and granite counters. The formal dining room connects to the kitchen and breakfast area, which leads to a large wooden deck overlooking the expansive conservation area. The 2nd level features a master bedroom with fireplace and tray ceiling. The finished basement has a recreation room and a wine cellar with mahogany racks and a tasting area. Walking/bicycle trails leading to ponds and to Waveland Park. Close to all!

Single-familyProperty Type

1986Year Built

0.46 acresLot Size

$435Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Brunhild Baass • Baird & Warner

Bought with Suzanne Myers • Coldwell Banker Realty

Redfin checked: 3 minutes ago

•Source:MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09006031

Redfin Estimate

$1,499,793

$435K since sold in December 2015$10K since August

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This home's estimate is 22.9% higher than the average sale price ($1.22M) of 5 comparable homes.

SOLD APR 24, 2026
$1,175,000
A
4 beds4.5 baths3,449 sq ft
131 W Everett Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
SOLD JUL 7, 2026
$1,050,000
B
4 beds3 baths3,108 sq ft
433 Greenwood Ave, Lake Forest, IL 60045
SOLD MAY 1, 2026
$1,385,789
C
4 beds3.5 baths3,342 sq ft
722 Forest Hill Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
SOLD OCT 17, 2025
$1,365,000
D
4 beds3.5 baths3,415 sq ft
51 Heron Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
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 August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.4%

+0.8% MoM

Median sale price

$1.4M

$117K MoM

Avg. days on market

52d

1 days MoM

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108

22 MoM

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Kitchen with eating area semi open to family room...laundry on main floor...double sink in master bath.
11 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
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Sale history for 711 Valley Rd

Date

Event

Price

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09006031

Dec 7, 2015

Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)

$1,065,000

$309/sq ft

Sep 8, 2015

Contingent

—

Aug 7, 2015

Listed (New)

$1,175,000

$341/sq ft

Public Records

Oct 22, 2008

Sold

$1,075,000

$312/sq ft

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06928411

Jul 11, 2008

Listing Removed

—

Jun 23, 2008

Contingent

—

Jun 11, 2008

Listed

$333/sq ft

Public Records

Aug 22, 2002

Sold

$890,000

$258/sq ft

Public Records

Feb 20, 1996

Sold

$585,000

$170/sq ft

Public Records

Jan 1, 1984

Sold

$45,000

$13/sq ft

** Price available after signing in.

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$20,145 (+1.4%)

$103,019 + $255,221

$358,240

2024

$19,869 (+4.2%)

$103,019 + $255,221

$358,240

2023

$19,063 (+7.3%)

$98,263 + $243,439

$341,702

2022

$17,773 (+5.8%)

$89,811 + $222,502

$312,313

2021

$16,797 (+2.6%)

$96,698 + $204,948

$301,646

2020

$16,365 (+3.5%)

$93,230 + $197,597

$290,827

2019

$15,818 (+2.0%)

$93,267 + $197,677

$290,944

2018

$15,512 (+2.0%)

$98,855 + $200,928

$299,783

2017

$15,207 (+3.2%)

$98,855 + $200,928

$299,783

2016

$14,739 (+1.4%)

$98,540 + $200,287

$298,827

2015

$14,536 (−1.7%)

$94,814 + $192,713

$287,527

2013

$14,793 (+3.5%)

$89,722 + $188,383

$278,105

2012

$14,289 (+4.2%)

$90,931 + $190,921

$281,852

2011

$13,714 (+11.8%)

$95,416 + $200,337

$295,753

2010

$12,266 (+3.1%)

$104,781 + $182,370

$287,151

2008

$11,894 (+6.8%)

$111,020 + $193,230

$304,250

2007

$11,135

$110,492 + $192,312

$302,804

Tax history for 711 Valley Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$20,145 (+1.4%)

$103,019 + $255,221

$358,240

2024

$19,869 (+4.2%)

$103,019 + $255,221

$358,240

2023

$19,063 (+7.3%)

$98,263 + $243,439

$341,702

2022

$17,773 (+5.8%)

$89,811 + $222,502

$312,313

2021

$16,797 (+2.6%)

$96,698 + $204,948

$301,646

2020

$16,365 (+3.5%)

$93,230 + $197,597

$290,827

2019

$15,818 (+2.0%)

$93,267 + $197,677

$290,944

2018

$15,512 (+2.0%)

$98,855 + $200,928

$299,783

2017

$15,207 (+3.2%)

$98,855 + $200,928

$299,783

2016

$14,739 (+1.4%)

$98,540 + $200,287

$298,827

2015

$14,536 (−1.7%)

$94,814 + $192,713

$287,527

2013

$14,793 (+3.5%)

$89,722 + $188,383

$278,105

2012

$14,289 (+4.2%)

$90,931 + $190,921

$281,852

2011

$13,714 (+11.8%)

$95,416 + $200,337

$295,753

2010

$12,266 (+3.1%)

$104,781 + $182,370

$287,151

2008

$11,894 (+6.8%)

$111,020 + $193,230

$304,250

2007

$11,135

$110,492 + $192,312

$302,804

*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

7.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.46 Acres

Year renovated

1986

Sq. Ft.

4,036

Year built

1986

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Lake County

APN

16-04-301-063

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Parking (Total): 2
Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bath Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower,Steam Shower,Double Sink

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Bedrooms Possible: 4

Room Information
Room Type: Breakfast Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14 x 11
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Recreation Room
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 24 x 14
Flooring: Carpet

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Dimensions: 15 x 11
Flooring: Carpet

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Dimensions: 15 x 13
Flooring: Carpet

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Second
Dimensions: 15 x 11
Flooring: Carpet

Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14 x 12
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 22 x 16
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Type: Eating Area-Table Space,Island
Level: Main
Dimensions: 16 x 12
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 9
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 25 x 15
Flooring: Hardwood

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

Additional Rooms Information
Attic: Unfinished
Dining Room: Separate
Basement: Partially Finished, Partial

Interior Features
# of Rooms: 10
Window Features: Skylight(s)

Equipment
Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Humidifier
TV-Cable, Security System, CO Detectors, Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn, Backup Sump Pump;, Generator

Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Location: Family Room,Master Bedroom
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Gas Log, Gas Starter

Exterior

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck

Building Information
Living Area Source: Assessor
Age: 26-30 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
Roof: Shake
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Brick

Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 2 Stories
Ownership: Fee Simple w/ HO Assn.
Rehab (Y/N): No
General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train
Parcel Number: 16043010630000

Lot Information
Dimensions: 78X169X74X205
Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
Lot Features: Landscaped

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $15,222.30
Tax Year: 2014
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Special Service Area: N

Utilities

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

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

Location

Community Information
Community Features: Street Lights, Street Paved

Homeowners Association Information
Association Fee: $450
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Fee Includes: Insurance, Other

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 VALLEY, S TO 711

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 7.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,036
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.46 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1986
Year Renovated: 1986
County: Lake County
APN: 16-04-301-063

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 • 1.8mi

10/10

Deer Path Middle School West

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.8mi

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

$1.43M – $1.73M

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Home values near 711 Valley Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
721 Valley Road, Lake Forest, IL 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3038 Sq. Ft.	$1,396,026
778 Valley Road, Lake Forest, IL 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 4254 Sq. Ft.	$1,239,748

Address	Redfin Estimate
750 Valley Road, Lake Forest, IL 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4328 Sq. Ft.	$1,378,502
770 Valley Road, Lake Forest, IL 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3301 Sq. Ft.	$1,294,937

Address	Redfin Estimate
730 Valley Road, Lake Forest, IL 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3162 Sq. Ft.	$1,445,189
660 Valley Road, Lake Forest, IL 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3185 Sq. Ft.	$1,244,849

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