Welcome to 163 Forest Avenue, a charming home nestled in a boutique neighborhood in the heart of the old downtown. Enjoy the unique lifestyle walking to your local butcher, ice cream shop, coffee shop and more. Just a few steps away from gorgeous lake view sunsets, Breezewald Park, and the beach. Step inside to find a beautifully designed kitchen featuring a striking stone backsplash that extends onto the island, perfectly complementing the quartz countertops and Mouser custom cherry cabinets from Elizabethtown KY. Recent upgrades include a new oven/stovetop and refrigerator (2024) and a new dishwasher (2023). Hardwood flooring spans all three levels, enhancing the home's timeless appeal, while thoughtful details like a cozy Harry Potter room under the stairs and a built-in reading bench in the office add to its character. Both the baseboards and interior doors have been updated throughout the home this year! Outside, an oversized garage with 8-foot doors (new in Spring 2024) offers ample space for campers, boats, or large vans, making it ideal for outdoor enthusiasts. The wooden deck, rebuilt in 2024, features built-in bench seating, providing a perfect setting for relaxation and entertaining. The lawn has been recently seeded and covered with straw, ensuring it's ready for spring. The versatile basement boasts a wood-burning fireplace and a full bath, making it an excellent space for gatherings or quiet retreats. Additional updates include a new water heater (2024) rebuilt furnace (2024) for efficient heating, windows replaced in 2024, and freshly painted trim (2025) for enhanced energy efficiency. A home warranty is included for buyer's peace of mind. This exceptional home is minutes from Lake Zurich, Oak Ridge Nature Park, Breezewald Park-with its playground and volleyball court-and Sunset Pavilion, which hosts live music. The vibrant downtown area is also just a short walk away, offering easy access to dining, shopping, and entertainment. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to enjoy both natural beauty and urban convenience. Schedule your private tour today and imagine the possibilities in this remarkable home!
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$500,000
163 Forest Ave, Lake Zurich, IL 60047
4beds
2,847sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1976
8,712 Square Feet Lot
$526,300 Zestimate®
$176/sqft
$4,746 Estimated rent
Home value
$526,300
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Wood-burning fireplaceCozy harry potter roomOversized garageStone backsplashQuartz countertopsBeautifully designed kitchenVersatile basement
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Listed by:
Matthew Messel 847-906-1872,
Compass
Bought with:
Jill Das
Baird & Warner
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12311283
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Office, Utility Room-Lower Level, Recreation Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Screens), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Screens)
- Level: Second
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Screens, Shutters)
- Level: Second
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Screens)
- Level: Second
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X14
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: COMBO
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Custom Cabinetry), Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Screens)
- Level: Main
- Area: 242 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X22
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 49 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X7
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Screens)
- Level: Main
- Area: 300 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X25
Office
- Level: Main
- Area: 65 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5X13
Recreation room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 312 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X24
Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 336 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X21
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Upper Level, In Unit
Features
- Built-in Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Partially Finished,Partial
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Basement
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,847
- Total interior livable area: 2,847 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Fencing: Fenced,Wood
Lot
- Size: 8,712 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 90 X 96 X 90 X 96
- Features: Mature Trees, Sloped
Details
- Parcel number: 14173080070000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Wood Siding, Combination
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1976
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Lake
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Lake Zurich
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $176/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $415,118
- Annual tax amount: $9,269
- Date on market: 3/28/2025
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/1/2025 | Sold | $500,000+4.4%$176/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12311283 Report a problem | ||
| 3/30/2025 | Contingent | $479,000$168/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12311283 Report a problem | ||
| 3/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $479,000$168/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12311283 Report a problem | ||
| 8/20/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12129846 Report a problem | ||
| 8/5/2024 | Listed for sale | $479,000$168/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12129846 Report a problem | ||
| 8/5/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12109292 Report a problem | ||
| 7/31/2024 | Contingent | $479,000$168/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12109292 Report a problem | ||
| 7/14/2024 | Price change | $479,000-4.2%$168/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12109292 Report a problem | ||
| 7/12/2024 | Listed for sale | $500,000$176/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12109292 Report a problem | ||
| 7/12/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12062795 Report a problem | ||
| 5/29/2024 | Listed for sale | $500,000$176/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12062795 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $9,978 +7.6% | $144,461 +4.4% |
| 2023 | $9,270 +14.3% | $138,359 +10% |
| 2022 | $8,110 +3.5% | $125,834 +22.2% |
| 2021 | $7,839 +1.8% | $102,943 +2.6% |
| 2020 | $7,697 +1.6% | $100,305 +0.9% |
| 2019 | $7,578 -6.9% | $99,430 -7.7% |
| 2018 | $8,140 | $107,756 +1.2% |
| 2017 | $8,140 +3.1% | $106,457 +3.3% |
| 2016 | $7,898 -1% | $103,086 +5% |
| 2015 | $7,981 +0.8% | $98,186 +0.9% |
| 2014 | $7,918 +5.3% | $97,339 -0.2% |
| 2012 | $7,522 -0.4% | $97,544 -9% |
| 2011 | $7,552 +10.5% | $107,171 -8.9% |
| 2010 | $6,832 -5.6% | $117,686 -2.4% |
| 2009 | $7,239 +2% | $120,576 +2.1% |
| 2008 | $7,096 +14.5% | $118,131 +2.5% |
| 2006 | $6,198 +2.9% | $115,306 |
| 2005 | $6,026 +12.5% | -- |
| 2004 | $5,356 +4.5% | -- |
| 2003 | $5,126 +7.5% | -- |
| 2002 | $4,769 +2.4% | -- |
| 2001 | $4,658 +10.9% | $67,848 +2.7% |
| 2000 | $4,202 | $66,063 |
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Neighborhood: 60047
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10May Whitney Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 8/10Lake Zurich Middle - N CampusGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 8/10Lake Zurich High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: May Whitney Elementary School
- Middle: Lake Zurich Middle - N Campus
- High: Lake Zurich High School
- District: 95
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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