Terrific 5+bedroom, 4 bath home in the highly sought after Lake Forest neighborhood. Set in a serene, nature filled setting near Cedar and Twin Lakes, the property is surrounded by mature trees and enjoys panoramic views of the woods and a charming creek. Abundant summer shade and winter sunlight fill the home through many east facing windows. The spacious living room is ideal for gatherings, while a cozy den offers a welcoming retreat for reading or relaxing. A formal dining room easily accommodates dinner parties. The large, light filled kitchen features a skylight, generous workspace, a breakfast area, and top of the line Wolf and Bosch appliances. Step outside to the new, low maintenance Trex deck to take in the peaceful views. Recent updates include a new roof, new front porch columns, new windows, and new gutters, adding value and peace of mind. The upper level includes four bedrooms, highlighted by a spacious owner's suite and three additional bedrooms with closet organizers. The walkout lower level adds flexibility with a fifth bedroom, den/bonus room, exercise room, and a family room with a fireplace. Secluded yet convenient, this Lake Forest home offers a rare combination of privacy, natural beauty, and easy access to everyday amenities. Welcome Home!
Single-familyProperty Type
1970Year Built
0.29 acresLot Size
2 car garageParking
Listed by Scott Stevenson• Coldwell Banker Realty - Lakes
A terrific 5+BR home now priced to allow renovations to fit your lifestyle. A nature-filled location near Cedar and Twin Lakes, with wooded surroundings. In the summer, enjoy the cool shade that envelops the home, and when the trees shed their leaves in the winter, find an abundance of sun with many east-facing windows. A large living room is a great space for gatherings. Retreat to the cozy den for reading or TV watching. Formal dining room large enough to accommodate your dinner parties. The kitchen is bathed in natural light from the skylight and offers plenty of workspace and breakfast area. Step out onto the deck to enjoy the view or the screened porch. The upper level has 4 bedrooms, including the spacious owners' suite and 3 large BR's with closet organizers. The lower level has a 5th bedroom, plus office, finished hobby room and a walkout family room with wood-burning fireplace. In a secluded, yet convenient spot, at home with nature and quick access to everything you want.
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1421470
Oct 15, 1999
Sold
$490,000
Jun 14, 1999
Listing Removed
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May 3, 1999
Listed
$525,000
PRIVATE WOODED SITE CLOSE TO CEDAR LAKE, DOWNTOWN & UPDATED WALKOUT LOWER LEVEL. UPDATED KITCHEN. MAIN FLOOR FAMILY ROOM. MINT CONDITION. OVERLOOKS WETLANDS. CENTRAL AIR & ATTACHED GARAGE. FRAN DAVIS 612-925-8408 FJDAVIS@AOL.COM
Public Records
Jul 1, 1978
Sold
$200,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$11,213 (+8.2%)
$439,100 + $290,600
$729,700
2025
$10,364 (+6.7%)
$430,500 + $264,200
$694,700
2024
$9,714 (+2.0%)
$428,400 + $259,100
$687,500
2023
$9,522 (−1.8%)
$420,000 + $254,100
$674,100
2022
$9,694 (−10.3%)
$400,000 + $283,100
$683,100
2021
$10,804 (−6.8%)
$381,000 + $376,300
$757,300
2020
$11,590 (−0.9%)
$401,000 + $376,300
$777,300
2019
$11,692 (−1.1%)
$401,000 + $358,400
$759,400
2018
$11,825 (+5.4%)
$390,000 + $347,300
$737,300
2017
$11,220 (+0.3%)
$339,200 + $390,800
$730,000
2015
$11,184 (−1.4%)
$299,700 + $387,700
$687,400
2014
$11,343 (+5.9%)
$284,100 + $385,800
$669,900
2013
$10,712 (−0.7%)
$299,100 + $370,800
$669,900
2012
$10,787
$314,800 + $370,800
$685,600
Tax history for 4200 Forest Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$11,213 (+8.2%)
$439,100 + $290,600
$729,700
2025
$10,364 (+6.7%)
$430,500 + $264,200
$694,700
2024
$9,714 (+2.0%)
$428,400 + $259,100
$687,500
2023
$9,522 (−1.8%)
$420,000 + $254,100
$674,100
2022
$9,694 (−10.3%)
$400,000 + $283,100
$683,100
2021
$10,804 (−6.8%)
$381,000 + $376,300
$757,300
2020
$11,590 (−0.9%)
$401,000 + $376,300
$777,300
2019
$11,692 (−1.1%)
$401,000 + $358,400
$759,400
2018
$11,825 (+5.4%)
$390,000 + $347,300
$737,300
2017
$11,220 (+0.3%)
$339,200 + $390,800
$730,000
2015
$11,184 (−1.4%)
$299,700 + $387,700
$687,400
2014
$11,343 (+5.9%)
$284,100 + $385,800
$669,900
2013
$10,712 (−0.7%)
$299,100 + $370,800
$669,900
2012
$10,787
$314,800 + $370,800
$685,600
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
5
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
80 ft.
Lot depth
160 ft.
Lot size
0.29 Acres
Year renovated
1970
Sq. Ft.
4,243
Year built
1970
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hennepin County
APN
31 029 24 12 0005
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2026.
N1
Neighborhood District
Provide a compatible mix of housing types at the same scale allowed for a single-unit dwelling. Allow non-residential uses limited to city facilities, educational, childcare, and places of worship. Home occupations are encouraged and required to be consistent with the residential character of the neighborhood.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
No uses permitted by right
Jun 24, 2026 • Active
Electrical
Electrical
Ev charger
Jul 10, 2025 • Final
Building
Remove and replace the roof on a single-family home and garage.
Roofing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Attached Garage, Asphalt, Garage Door Opener