Beautifully updated home in Arbor Ridge! This 5 bedroom, 5.2 bathroom house has 4,824 sq. ft. above grade and sits on .58 acres at the end of a large cul-de-sac overlooking Everett Park. Features include: hardwood floors throughout the 1st floor; high ceilings; lovely millwork; 2 fireplaces; a large, light-filled updated kitchen w/ island that opens into the breakfast area and family room that overlooks the back yard; a huge Primary suite with two walk-in closets, and a large Primary bathroom w/ a jetted tub and double vanities; 4 additional bedrooms each w/ a wonderfully updated en-suite bathroom; a private office or library w/ built-in shelving/storage & radiant heat flooring; a 1st floor laundry; a spacious finished lower level w/ large recreation room, newer theater room, abundant storage & 1/2 bath; and an over-sized 3-car garage. Outside, there is a large deck w/ a hot tub that overlooks the expansive backyard with invisible dog fence, as well as a circular driveway w/ 3 additional, individual parking spaces. Newer theater room, furnace, hot water heater, sump pump, beautiful custom built-in millwork, finishes and more! This wonderful home is close to Everett School, Everett Park (which features a pond, tennis courts, a playground, and a baseball diamond), the West Lake Forest station, Costco, Sunset Foods, Starbucks, restaurants and many other amenities. Move right in and enjoy this fabulous home!
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$1,725,000
1227 Kajer Ln, Lake Forest, IL 60045
5beds
4,824sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1989
0.57 Acres Lot
$1,804,100 Zestimate®
$358/sqft
$7,999 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,804,100
$1.62M - $2.00M
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High ceilingsHot tubEn-suite bathroomPrivate officePrimary suiteInvisible dog fenceFamily room
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Listed by:
Ann Lyon 847-295-0700,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with:
Alice Berger
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12328397
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 5, Eating Area, Library, Recreation Room, Foyer, Theatre Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 336 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X11
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 280 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X14
Eating area
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 276 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X12
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 368 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X16
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 300 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X12
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Island, Pantry-Butler), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 368 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X16
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Library
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X13
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 336 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X14
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 920 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 40X23
Other
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 312 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X13
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air, Radiant, Zoned, Radiant Floor
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Disposal, Multiple Water Heaters
- Laundry: Main Level, Gas Dryer Hookup, Sink
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Wet Bar
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Attic: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Gas Log, Family Room, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 4,824 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 9
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Side Apron, Driveway, Circular Driveway, Owned, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Outdoor Hot Tub
- Fencing: Invisible
Lot
- Size: 0.57 Acres
- Dimensions: 55X175.43X246.46X221.63
- Features: Cul-De-Sac
Details
- Additional parcels included: 16073030550000
- Parcel number: 16073030540000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Intercom, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Backup Sump Pump;
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Cedar
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shake
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1989
- Major remodel year: 2018
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Tennis Court(s), Lake, Curbs, Street Lights, Street Paved
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: Arbor Ridge
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Other
- HOA fee: $1,200 annually
Location
- Region: Lake Forest
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $358/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,185,865
- Annual tax amount: $27,101
- Date on market: 4/3/2025
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/15/2025 | Sold | $1,725,000+1.5%$358/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12328397 Report a problem | ||
| 5/6/2025 | Pending sale | $1,700,000$352/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12328397 Report a problem | ||
| 4/6/2025 | Contingent | $1,700,000$352/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12328397 Report a problem | ||
| 4/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,700,000+33.2%$352/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12328397 Report a problem | ||
| 6/30/2015 | Sold | $1,276,000-8.9%$265/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #08742452 Report a problem | ||
| 6/16/2015 | Pending sale | $1,399,900$290/sqft |
Source: @properties #08742452 Report a problem | ||
| 10/2/2014 | Price change | $1,399,900+0.1%$290/sqft |
Source: @properties #08742452 Report a problem | ||
| 8/28/2014 | Price change | $1,399,000-6.7%$290/sqft |
Source: Griffith, Grant & Lackie Realtors #08685162 Report a problem | ||
| 7/29/2014 | Listed for sale | $1,499,000+19.9%$311/sqft |
Source: Griffith, Grant & Lackie Realtors #08685162 Report a problem | ||
| 8/8/2012 | Sold | $1,250,000+26.3%$259/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 8/6/1996 | Sold | $990,000$205/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $23,028 -0.8% | $414,379 +4.8% |
| 2023 | $23,225 +13.7% | $395,249 +4.2% |
| 2022 | $20,422 +5.8% | $379,318 +9.5% |
| 2021 | $19,305 +2.7% | $346,274 +3.5% |
| 2020 | $18,804 +3.5% | $334,556 +0.2% |
| 2019 | $18,176 +0.6% | $333,989 -6.1% |
| 2018 | $18,063 | $355,575 +0.3% |
| 2017 | $18,063 +4.6% | $354,440 +3.9% |
| 2016 | $17,264 -4.2% | $341,037 +6.4% |
| 2015 | $18,016 +2.9% | $320,434 -2.5% |
| 2014 | $17,508 +3.5% | $328,735 +0.9% |
| 2012 | $16,908 +4.2% | $325,835 -6.8% |
| 2011 | $16,222 -5.6% | $349,597 -12.6% |
| 2010 | $17,184 +3.2% | $399,905 -5.6% |
| 2009 | $16,659 +1.5% | $423,718 -2.3% |
| 2008 | $16,408 -3.8% | $433,472 +2.8% |
| 2006 | $17,050 +10% | $421,706 |
| 2005 | $15,505 -0.1% | -- |
| 2004 | $15,517 -8.4% | -- |
| 2003 | $16,947 +0.7% | -- |
| 2002 | $16,834 +5.6% | -- |
| 2001 | $15,938 +5.8% | $349,433 +6.4% |
| 2000 | $15,061 | $328,439 |
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Neighborhood: 60045
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Everett Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 1.4 mi
- 10/10Deer Path Middle School WestGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 9/10Lake Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Everett 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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