Freshly painted foyer, living & dining rooms, and second-floor hallway. Graciously proportioned and meticulously maintained 3,500 sq ft colonial, sited on a prime 1-acre parcel. The property features English gardens, a verdant lawn, gorgeous woodlands, a walking path with a bridge, and an adorable outdoor shed. This private cul-de-sac is centrally located one mile from downtown Lake Forest (sidewalks to town), north of Westleigh Road, and east of Green Bay Road. Enter to find beautifully scaled rooms, oak hardwood floors, windows galore, and an overall high level of finish. The spacious (front to back) living room with floor-to-ceiling windows has a wood-burning fireplace with marble surround, pretty crown moldings, and oak hardwood floors. The elegant dining room features oak hardwood floors, crown moldings, and tall windows that invite beautiful views of the front yard. The inviting family room has beamed ceilings, wood paneling, hardwood floors, a wood-burning fireplace, and a wet bar. A sliding glass door opens to the paver patio. The spacious kitchen features white cabinetry, granite counters, and a large eating area with a sliding glass door for easy access to the patio. Adjacent to the kitchen is a first-floor laundry/mud room with a large coat closet. The first floor includes a guest (5th) bedroom/home office. There are four bedrooms and two baths on the second level. The expansive primary bedroom has a customized walk-in closet and updated en suite bathroom. There are three additional generously proportioned bedrooms with large closets. The basement is mostly finished with a large rec room, game room, and wet bar. A utility room houses a sump pump with battery backup, a NEW dual-zone HVAC system (11/22), and a water heater. Every inch of this home is spotless and ready for you! Metra commuting options, bike trails, beach access, Starbucks, and great restaurants are all nearby.
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$915,000
472 E Westleigh Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
5beds
3,498sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1978
1.01 Acres Lot
$1,303,000 Zestimate®
$262/sqft
$6,838 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,303,000
$1.15M - $1.49M
$6,838/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: April 26, 2023 at 01:02am
Listing courtesy of:
Mona Hellinga (847)814-1855,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago,
Flor Hasselbring 847-997-1901,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Bought with:
Kelly Dunn Rynes
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 11728346
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 266 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Bedroom 5
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Eating area
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X11
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 308 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X14
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 10 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 1X10
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X13
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 322 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X14
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 800 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 40X20
Walk in closet
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X8
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Cooktop, Oven, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Sink
Features
- Wet Bar, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Separate Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Partially Finished,Partial
- Attic: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,461
- Total interior livable area: 3,498 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 1,169
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
Lot
- Size: 1.01 Acres
- Dimensions: 222.2 X 134.42 X 236.4 X 483
- Features: Cul-De-Sac, Mature Trees, Garden
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 16042100090000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Other equipment: TV-Cable, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Cedar
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1978
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer, Storm Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Community
- Community features: Curbs, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Lake Forest
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/21/2023 | Sold | $915,000-0.4%$262/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11728346 Report a problem | ||
| 3/6/2023 | Pending sale | $919,000$263/sqft |
Source:  Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago #11728346 Report a problem | ||
| 3/6/2023 | Contingent | $919,000$263/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11728346 Report a problem | ||
| 3/1/2023 | Price change | $919,000-1.1%$263/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11728346 Report a problem | ||
| 1/24/2023 | Price change | $929,000-3.6%$266/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11646134 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $16,541 -14.1% | $292,728 +10.9% |
| 2022 | $19,261 +5.5% | $263,862 -20.3% |
| 2021 | $18,249 +2.9% | $331,007 +3.5% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60045
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Cherokee Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.6 mi
- 9/10Deer Path Middle School WestGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 10/10Lake Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Cherokee Elementary School
- Middle: Deer Path Middle School
- High: Lake Forest High School
- District: 67
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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