A rare opportunity to own a spectacular ranch with sweeping Lake Eleanor views and lake rights. Located in Lake Eleanor Estates, this three-bedroom, three-bath home offers peaceful lakefront living with fishing and boating privileges. Beautiful water views are enjoyed from every rear-facing window, creating a serene backdrop throughout the home. The main living space features an inviting great room with a wood-beamed ceiling and Italian porcelain flooring. Sliding glass doors open to a balcony spanning the full width of the home, making it an ideal setting for morning coffee or evening sunsets overlooking the lake. The primary bedroom features hardwood floors, a walk-in closet, and an ensuite bathroom with a new vanity and quartz countertop. Two additional bedrooms with hardwood floors and a hall bath complete the main level. The walk-out lower level is designed for both relaxation and entertaining, offering a spacious family room with a wood-burning fireplace with gas setup, a recreation room, a full bath, and an office or exercise room. Sliding doors open to a large patio, a sandy beach, and seamless access to the shoreline. Recent improvements include a new roof, new gutters with oversized downspouts, newer zoned A/C units providing independent temperature control, a tankless water heater, sump pumps with backup, and a completely rebuilt shoreline stone retaining wall. Additional updates include a new concrete walkway and stoop, a new front door with sidelights and exterior lighting, new garage door, a fenced dog run with pea gravel, and an invisible dog fence. Custom landscaping with ornamental trees and flowerbeds enhances the thoughtfully designed outdoor spaces, creating effortless indoor-outdoor living and tranquil lake views year-round. Served by award-winning schools, this exceptional home offers a unique blend of natural beauty, recreation, and comfort in a highly desirable setting.
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$864,000
1285 Montgomery Dr, Deerfield, IL 60015
4beds
1,874sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1968
0.27 Acres Lot
$881,900 Zestimate®
$461/sqft
$4,384 Estimated rent
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$881,900
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Fourth bedroomNew garage doorFully renovated kitchenInvisible dog fenceSix-burner gas cooktopWaterfall peninsula with seatingOffice or exercise room
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Listed by:
Elliot Jaffe 847-564-1180,
Jaffe Realty Inc.
Bought with:
Isabelle Lacouture
Compass
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12558937
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Recreation Room, Great Room, Office, Family Room, Utility Room-Lower Level
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Main
- Area: 304 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X19
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X14
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile), Window Treatments (Blinds, Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X10
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Porcelain Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X11
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 368 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X16
Other
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 368 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X16
Great room
- Features: Flooring (Porcelain Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 506 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X23
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Eating Area-Table Space, Custom Cabinetry, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Porcelain Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 256 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X16
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 64 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X8
Office
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 255 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X17
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 390 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X26
Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 260 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 26X10
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Cooktop, Electric Oven, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Sink
Features
- Vaulted Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, In-Law Floorplan, 1st Floor Full Bath, Beamed Ceilings
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Finished,Exterior Entry,Rec/Family Area,Storage Space,Full,Walk-Out Access
- Attic: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Gas Starter, Family Room, Basement
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,874 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Balcony, Dog Run
- Fencing: Invisible
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, Back of Property
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Back of Property
- Waterfront features: Lake Front
Lot
- Size: 0.27 Acres
- Dimensions: 80 x 150
- Features: Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 16302050230000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Sump Pump, Backup Sump Pump;
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Cedar
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1968
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Lake, Water Rights, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Lake Eleanor Estates
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Other
- HOA fee: $550 annually
Location
- Region: Deerfield
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $461/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $523,036
- Annual tax amount: $15,343
- Date on market: 2/3/2026
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple w/ HO Assn.
- Has irrigation water rights: Yes
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/16/2026 | Sold | $864,000+8.1%$461/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12558937 Report a problem | ||
| 2/10/2026 | Contingent | $799,000$426/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12558937 Report a problem | ||
| 2/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $799,000+71.1%$426/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12558937 Report a problem | ||
| 2/13/2015 | Sold | $467,000-1.7%$249/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #08799642 Report a problem | ||
| 12/18/2014 | Pending sale | $475,000$253/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Experts #08799642 Report a problem | ||
| 12/10/2014 | Listed for sale | $475,000$253/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $15,343 +2.3% | $193,938 +11.2% |
| 2023 | $14,997 -0.3% | $174,328 +4.2% |
| 2022 | $15,045 +6% | $167,301 +1.6% |
| 2021 | $14,191 +4% | $164,745 +3.5% |
| 2020 | $13,649 +2.3% | $159,170 +0.2% |
| 2019 | $13,337 +4.9% | $158,899 -0.1% |
| 2018 | $12,716 | $159,109 +0.3% |
| 2017 | $12,716 +9% | $158,601 +3.9% |
| 2016 | $11,661 -3.4% | $152,604 +6.4% |
| 2015 | $12,067 +3% | $143,384 +0.8% |
| 2014 | $11,719 +1.6% | $142,191 +0.9% |
| 2012 | $11,538 -0.2% | $140,936 -6.8% |
| 2011 | $11,565 +1.9% | $151,213 -9.1% |
| 2010 | $11,355 +7.5% | $166,265 -5.6% |
| 2009 | $10,563 +1.5% | $176,166 -2.3% |
| 2008 | $10,407 +7.1% | $180,221 +2.8% |
| 2006 | $9,715 +7.4% | $175,329 |
| 2005 | $9,048 +9.3% | -- |
| 2004 | $8,281 +4.9% | -- |
| 2003 | $7,895 -3.1% | -- |
| 2002 | $8,151 +6.8% | -- |
| 2001 | $7,632 +3.7% | $116,800 +6.4% |
| 2000 | $7,359 | $109,783 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60015
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Wilmot Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 9/10Charles J Caruso Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 10/10Deerfield High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Wilmot Elementary School
- Middle: Charles J Caruso Middle School
- High: Deerfield High School
- District: 109
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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- 1285 Montgomery Dr
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