Beautifully updated classic colonial with large private yard, backs to wooded nature conservation w/ walking trails to ponds and Waveland park. This exquisite home features an updated Chefs kitchen boasting Viking, Sub-Zero, and Bosch appliances as well as a deluxe Miele espresso machine. Luxe bathrooms, high ceilings, hardwood floors throughout, large sunny rooms , 1st fl office w/ built-ins, finished lower level, prof. landscaping, large deck, and fire pit for your enjoyment, are just a few special highlights of this picture perfect retreat. Well maintained and move in ready, this home provides both the privacy and luxury finishes you've been looking for! Conveniently located to expressways, 26 miles to Chicago, 1.3 miles to train station and walking distance to Cherokee elementary school. A must see! Plans for expansion available.
Single-familyProperty Type
1984Year Built
0.5 acresLot Size
$402Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Dawn Wheldon• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Bought with Len Altimari• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices KoenigRubloff
Beautifully updated classic colonial with a large private yard backing to wooded conservancy, walking trail and just steps to Waveland park. It features a gorgeous new kitchen and baths, high ceilings, hardwood floors and new windows throughout. Large, sunny rooms and finished lower level. 1st fl office. Prof. landscaping, large deck, and fire pit for your enjoyment. A must see! Plans for expansion available.
Public Records
Jun 26, 1996
Sold
$615,000
$204/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 1, 1990
Sold
$580,000
$192/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 1, 1986
Sold
$316,000
$105/sq ft
Public Records
May 1, 1983
Sold
$48,000
$16/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$16,608 (+1.6%)
$103,019 + $201,674
$304,693
2024
$16,354 (+1.3%)
$103,019 + $201,674
$304,693
2023
$16,141
$98,263 + $192,364
$290,627
2022
$16,135 (+5.8%)
$89,811 + $175,819
$265,630
2021
$15,251 (+2.7%)
$96,698 + $177,687
$274,385
2020
$14,856 (+3.5%)
$93,230 + $171,314
$264,544
2019
$14,359 (+0.3%)
$93,267 + $171,384
$264,651
2018
$14,311 (+2.0%)
$98,855 + $178,186
$277,041
2017
$14,029 (+3.2%)
$98,855 + $178,186
$277,041
2016
$13,597 (+1.4%)
$98,540 + $177,618
$276,158
2015
$13,408 (−1.7%)
$94,814 + $170,902
$265,716
2013
$13,634 (+3.5%)
$89,722 + $167,080
$256,802
2012
$13,171 (+4.2%)
$90,931 + $169,331
$260,262
2011
$12,642 (+11.2%)
$95,416 + $177,682
$273,098
2010
$11,369 (+3.1%)
$104,781 + $161,789
$266,570
2008
$11,025 (+6.8%)
$111,020 + $171,423
$282,443
2007
$10,323
$110,492 + $170,609
$281,101
Tax history for 785 Valley Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$16,608 (+1.6%)
$103,019 + $201,674
$304,693
2024
$16,354 (+1.3%)
$103,019 + $201,674
$304,693
2023
$16,141
$98,263 + $192,364
$290,627
2022
$16,135 (+5.8%)
$89,811 + $175,819
$265,630
2021
$15,251 (+2.7%)
$96,698 + $177,687
$274,385
2020
$14,856 (+3.5%)
$93,230 + $171,314
$264,544
2019
$14,359 (+0.3%)
$93,267 + $171,384
$264,651
2018
$14,311 (+2.0%)
$98,855 + $178,186
$277,041
2017
$14,029 (+3.2%)
$98,855 + $178,186
$277,041
2016
$13,597 (+1.4%)
$98,540 + $177,618
$276,158
2015
$13,408 (−1.7%)
$94,814 + $170,902
$265,716
2013
$13,634 (+3.5%)
$89,722 + $167,080
$256,802
2012
$13,171 (+4.2%)
$90,931 + $169,331
$260,262
2011
$12,642 (+11.2%)
$95,416 + $177,682
$273,098
2010
$11,369 (+3.1%)
$104,781 + $161,789
$266,570
2008
$11,025 (+6.8%)
$111,020 + $171,423
$282,443
2007
$10,323
$110,492 + $170,609
$281,101
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.5 Acres
Year renovated
1984
Sq. Ft.
3,610
Year built
1984
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lake County
APN
16-04-301-073
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
Garage Parking
Attached Garage
Garage On-Site
Owned Garage
Asphalt Driveway
Interior
Virtual Tour
Additional Media Type 1: Video
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms (Above Grade): 3
Master Bedroom Information
Size: 14X17
On 2nd Level
Hardwood Flooring
Bedroom #2 Information
Size: 14X15
On 2nd Level
Hardwood Flooring
Bedroom #3 Information
Size: 14X13
On 2nd Level
Hardwood Flooring
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Master Bath
Separate Shower, Double Sink, Soaking Tub
Living Room Information
Size: 19X14
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Family Room Information
Size: 19X14
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Dining Room Information
Separate Dining Room
Size: 16X13
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Kitchen Information
Size: 12X11
Eating Area (Breakfast Bar), Eating Area (Table Space)
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Laundry Room Information
Size: 12X8
On Main Level
Other Flooring
Additional Rooms Information
Breakfast Room, Office, Recreation Room
Partial Basement
Partially Finished Basement, Crawl Space, Exterior Access to Basement
Unfinished Attic
Additional Room #1 Information
Breakfast Room
Size: 11X11
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Additional Room #2 Information
Office
Size: 14X9
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Additional Room #3 Information
Recreation Room
Size: 27X25
In Basement
Carpet Flooring
Equipment
Oven/Range, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer