This home offers a move-in-ready opportunity in a prime location with easy access to highways, schools, shopping, parks, and forest preserves. Key features include: Modern Upgrades: Enjoy a recently updated white kitchen with high-end appliances, including a Wolf stove and Liebherr refrigerator. The master bath was renovated in 2023, and the HVAC system was replaced in 2020. Comfort and Efficiency: Benefit from new attic fans, light fixtures, and whole-house Ethernet and phone wiring. The water system has been meticulously maintained with a Reverse Osmosis system and whole-house filtration to ensure extra pure water. Convenience: The home is equipped with two tankless hot water heaters installed in 2021. Two out of three full baths and the powder room have been renovated by the previous owner. Additional Features: The lower level includes a guest bedroom and full bath. Recent upgrades also include a new ejector pump and radon mitigation system. Upcoming Enhancements: Skylights and the bay window in the kitchen are scheduled for replacement. This property has been thoughtfully maintained and updated, providing modern comforts and practical features for a seamless living experience.
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$1,070,000
1140 Mount Vernon Ave, Lake Forest, IL 60045
5beds
3,567sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1985
0.3 Acres Lot
$1,198,700 Zestimate®
$300/sqft
$7,836 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,198,700
$1.11M - $1.29M
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Marina Carney 847-250-6391,
Compass,
Andrew Mrowiec 847-308-2589,
Compass
Bought with:
Beth Wexler
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Lauren Rabin
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12138441
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 5, Breakfast Room, Den, Office, Game Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full, Double Sink, Whirlpool & Sep Shwr)
- Level: Second
- Area: 260 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X16
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Sustainable)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X11
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 136 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X8
Den
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 345 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X15
Game room
- Features: Flooring (Sustainable)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 280 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X14
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Breakfast Room), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X10
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 35 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X5
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X13
Office
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X8
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Water Purifier, Water Purifier Owned, Water Softener, Water Softener Owned
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Finished,Crawl Space,Partial
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Family Room, Master Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 3,567 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, On Site, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Size: 0.3 Acres
- Dimensions: 100 X134
Details
- Parcel number: 16081050100000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1985
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer, Storm Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Street Paved
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Lake Forest
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $300/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $824,972
- Annual tax amount: $15,526
- Date on market: 8/15/2024
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/14/2024 | Sold | $1,070,000-8.9%$300/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12138441 Report a problem | ||
| 10/6/2024 | Contingent | $1,175,000$329/sqft |
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| 8/15/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,175,000+62.2%$329/sqft |
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| 9/28/2020 | Sold | $724,400-4.7%$203/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10777683 Report a problem | ||
| 8/13/2020 | Pending sale | $759,900$213/sqft |
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| 7/10/2020 | Listed for sale | $759,900+24.1%$213/sqft |
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| 6/24/2016 | Sold | $612,500-5.8%$172/sqft |
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| 5/10/2016 | Pending sale | $650,000$182/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Lake Forest #09069729 Report a problem | ||
| 4/12/2016 | Price change | $650,000-7%$182/sqft |
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| 2/1/2016 | Price change | $699,000-1.4%$196/sqft |
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| 12/15/2015 | Price change | $709,000-2.7%$199/sqft |
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| 10/22/2015 | Listed for sale | $729,000$204/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $15,874 +2.2% | $288,271 +4.8% |
| 2023 | $15,526 -0.6% | $274,963 +7.3% |
| 2022 | $15,622 +5.8% | $256,194 -3.8% |
| 2021 | $14,764 +2.7% | $266,252 +3.5% |
| 2020 | $14,381 +3.4% | $257,242 +0.2% |
| 2019 | $13,905 -0.5% | $256,805 -7.1% |
| 2018 | $13,973 | $276,319 +0.3% |
| 2017 | $13,973 +6.9% | $275,438 +3.9% |
| 2016 | $13,068 +18.7% | $265,022 +6.4% |
| 2015 | $11,009 +2.9% | $249,011 +19.6% |
| 2014 | $10,695 +2.9% | $208,211 +0.9% |
| 2012 | $10,395 -13.9% | $206,374 -22.3% |
| 2011 | $12,077 +13.5% | $265,646 +4.7% |
| 2010 | $10,636 +3.1% | $253,681 -5.6% |
| 2009 | $10,320 +1.4% | $268,786 -11.4% |
| 2008 | $10,178 -7% | $303,291 +2.8% |
| 2006 | $10,940 +7.7% | $295,059 |
| 2005 | $10,160 +0% | -- |
| 2004 | $10,158 +0.3% | -- |
| 2003 | $10,123 +2.2% | -- |
| 2002 | $9,909 +5.6% | -- |
| 2001 | $9,384 +2.5% | $209,003 +6.4% |
| 2000 | $9,157 | $196,445 |
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Neighborhood: 60045
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Cherokee Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 1.5 mi
- 10/10Deer Path Middle School WestGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.5 mi
- 9/10Lake Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.3 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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