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973 Valley Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
About this home
Located in the heart of the highly sought-after HO Stone neighborhood, 973 Valley Road offers the perfect combination of tradition, space, and convenience. This beautifully loved home features an expansive primary bedroom suite with a massive walk-in closet and a spa-like bathroom complete with a sauna. Room for everyone with four additional spacious bedrooms located upstairs, perfect for family or guests. Modern open floor plan, the first floor boasts a seamless circular flow with a timeless kitchen, dining room, living room, and family room, ideal for entertaining or everyday living. Serene outdoor space, the backyard is a private oasis with a beautiful patio, mature trees, and a tranquil creek. Direct access to walking trails leading to the park makes it perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. Don't miss this exceptional opportunity to own a home that truly has it all.
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Sale history for 973 Valley Rd
$178/sq ft
$184/sq ft
Tax history for 973 Valley Rd
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
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Property details
Parking
- Parking Information
- # of Garage Spaces: 2
- # of Parking (Total): 2
- Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Interior
- Bathroom Information
- # of Baths (Full): 3
- # of Baths (1/2): 1
- Bath Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink,Soaking Tub
- Bedroom Information
- # of Bedrooms: 5
- # of Bedrooms Possible: 5
- Room Information
- Room Type: Breakfast Room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 11 x 10
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Room Information
- Room Type: Bedroom 5
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 11 x 11
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Room Information
- Room Type: Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 15 x 15
- Flooring: Carpet
- Room Information
- Room Type: Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 16 x 13
- Flooring: Carpet
- Room Information
- Room Type: Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 14 x 13
- Flooring: Carpet
- Room Information
- Room Type: Dining Room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 14 x 13
- Flooring: Carpet
- Room Information
- Room Type: Family Room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 21 x 14
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Room Information
- Room Type: Kitchen
- Type: Eating Area-Breakfast Bar,Eating Area-Table Space,Pantry-Closet
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 11 x 13
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Room Information
- Room Type: Laundry
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 7 x 17
- Flooring: Vinyl
- Room Information
- Room Type: Living Room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 24 x 13
- Flooring: Carpet
- Room Information
- Room Type: Master Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 21 x 15
- Flooring: Carpet
- Bath: Full
- Additional Rooms Information
- Dining Room: Separate
- Basement: Unfinished, Partial
- Laundry Features: Upper Level, Sink
- Interior Features
- Interior Features: Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
- # of Rooms: 10
- Window Features: Screens
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Equipment
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
- Fireplace Information
- # of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace Location: Family Room
- Fireplace Features: Gas Starter
Exterior
- Exterior Features
- Patio And Porch Features: Patio
- Building Information
- Living Area Source: Plans
- Age: 41-50 Years
- Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
- Roof: Asphalt
- Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
- Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Stone
- Property Information
- Property Type: Detached Single
- Property Type: 2 Stories
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Rebuilt (Y/N): No
- Rehab (Y/N): No
- General Information: School Bus Service
- Parcel Number: 16091020120000
- Lot Information
- Dimensions: 183X99X186X117
- Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
- Lot Size Source: County Records
- Lot Features: Landscaped, Wooded, Mature Trees
- Waterfront Features: Stream
Financial
- Tax Information
- Tax Annual Amount: $13,582.64
- Tax Year: 2023
- Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior
- Financial Information
- Finance Code: Conventional
- Special Service Area: N
Utilities
- Utility Information
- Water Source: Lake Michigan, Public
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Heating & Cooling
- Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+
- Cooling: Central Air
Location
- Community Information
- Community Features: Park, Lake, 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: East of Route 41 to Valley Road North to 973.
Public facts
- Beds: 5
- Baths: 3.5
- Sq. Ft.: 4,011
- Stories: —
- Lot Size: 0.47 acres
- Style: Single Family Residential
- Year Built: 1976
- Year Renovated: 1976
- County: Lake County
- APN: 16-09-102-012
Other
- Listing Information
- Holds Earnest Money: Yes
- Possession: Closing
- Some Photos Virtually Staged?: No
- Teams Information
- Buyer Team Name: Dawn McKenna Group
Around this home
Schools
Public K-4 • Assigned • 2.0mi
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.0mi
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.9mi
Lifestyle
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Climate risks
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
7 days above 98° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.2 hours in June and 3.3 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.
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| Address | Redfin Estimate |
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3 Beds | 2.5 Baths | 1681 Sq. Ft. | $659,163 |
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3 Beds | 2 Baths | - Sq. Ft. | $699,736 |
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