Welcome Home to this exceptional residence tucked away in the highly sought-after Academy Woods community! Perfectly positioned on a premium wooded corner lot in a quiet cul-de-sac, this home offers both tranquility and access to nature with nearby Middlefork Savanna-a stunning natural preserve featuring walking trails, wildlife, and wetlands once part of a glacial lake. Enjoy Academy Woods HOA-provided services including professional landscaping, weekly lawn care, mulching, seasonal cleanups, annual gutter cleaning, exterior maintenance, and even snow removal. Step inside and you're greeted by gleaming hardwood floors, soaring volume ceilings, and an abundance of natural light. The Great Room is the heart of the home-spacious enough for entertaining a crowd or relaxing with family, and lined with large picture windows framing serene outdoor views. The cozy fireplace is a dream on those cool evenings. The adjacent dining room is ready for your next dinner party, complete with a dry bar for easy entertaining. The kitchen is a chef's dream-featuring 42" upper wood cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a built-in tech station, and ample workspace. The mudroom/laundry area impresses with style and functionality. On the main level, find a flexible guest suite or office, with adjacent full bathroom so convenient. The main level also has your Primary Suite. The Primary Suite offers a spa-like en suite with dual vanities, a jacuzzi tub, and a separate shower. Upstairs, a spacious stylish loft with built-in shelving and two generous bedrooms share a full bath. The finished basement is another showstopper-offering a large rec room and full bathroom. Perfect for a media room, game zone, or cozy retreat! Plus, there's an oversized storage space for all your extras. Additional highlights include a new dishwasher, dual water heaters, alarm system, and in-ground programmable sprinkler system. Enjoy grilling season with the gas BBQ line on the terrace. Come experience the ease, beauty, and comfort of Academy Woods living-this home truly has it all!
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$855,000
1700 Cornell Ct, Lake Forest, IL 60045
4beds
2,659sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1998
7,405 Square Feet Lot
$892,200 Zestimate®
$322/sqft
$5,793 Estimated rent
Home value
$892,200
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Cozy fireplaceStylish loftFinished basementGenerous bedroomsPrimary suiteSoaring volume ceilingsPremium wooded corner lot
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Listed by:
Lisa Wolf 224-627-5600,
Keller Williams North Shore West
Bought with:
David Chung
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Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12394783
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Rooms
- Room types: Loft, Recreation Room, Walk In Closet, Workshop, Terrace
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (All), Bathroom (Full, Double Sink, Tub & Separate Shwr)
- Level: Main
- Area: 325 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X25
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Second
- Area: 294 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X21
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Second
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X14
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X14
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Granite Counters), Flooring (Ceramic Tile), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 345 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X23
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 40 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5X8
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 476 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 28X17
Loft
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Second
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X13
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Lower
- Area: 750 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X30
Other
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Main
- Area: 624 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 52X12
Walk in closet
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Lower
- Area: 60 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X5
Other
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Lower
- Area: 1092 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 28X39
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Cooktop, Oven, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Open Floorplan, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Partially Finished,Egress Window,9 ft + pour,Concrete,Full,Daylight
- Attic: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Gas Starter, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,652
- Total interior livable area: 2,659 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 975
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Brick Driveway, 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: 7,405 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 78X99X68X99
- Features: Corner Lot, Cul-De-Sac, Landscaped, Mature Trees
Details
- Parcel number: 11362010610000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cedar, Synthetic Stucco
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1998
Details
- Builder model: DARTMOUTH
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Storm Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Lake, Curbs, Street Lights, Street Paved
- Security: Security System, Fire Sprinkler System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Academy Woods
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Snow Removal
- HOA fee: $1,830 quarterly
Location
- Region: Lake Forest
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $322/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $734,077
- Annual tax amount: $14,770
- Date on market: 6/16/2025
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple w/ HO Assn.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/4/2025 | Sold | $855,000-5%$322/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12394783 Report a problem | ||
| 6/24/2025 | Contingent | $899,900$338/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12394783 Report a problem | ||
| 6/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $899,900-1.7%$338/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12394783 Report a problem | ||
| 6/16/2025 | Listing removed | $915,000$344/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12373543 Report a problem | ||
| 5/23/2025 | Listed for sale | $915,000-1.1%$344/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12373543 Report a problem | ||
| 4/16/2025 | Listing removed | $925,000$348/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12189067 Report a problem | ||
| 2/22/2025 | Price change | $925,000-2.1%$348/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12189067 Report a problem | ||
| 10/15/2024 | Listed for sale | $945,000$355/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12189067 Report a problem | ||
| 10/15/2024 | Listing removed | $945,000$355/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12013951 Report a problem | ||
| 9/20/2024 | Listed for sale | $945,000+21.2%$355/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12013951 Report a problem | ||
| 4/16/2003 | Sold | $780,000+155900%$293/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/8/2002 | Sold | $500-99.9% |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/19/1998 | Sold | $701,000$264/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $14,780 +3.1% | $253,329 +3.5% |
| 2023 | $14,332 +9.2% | $244,668 +8.4% |
| 2022 | $13,121 +4.3% | $225,667 -0.3% |
| 2021 | $12,586 -4.1% | $226,296 -4.4% |
| 2020 | $13,120 +4.3% | $236,633 +1% |
| 2019 | $12,585 -4.9% | $234,383 -13.4% |
| 2018 | $13,235 | $270,596 +3.3% |
| 2017 | $13,235 +7.1% | $262,053 +5.5% |
| 2016 | $12,355 -2% | $248,462 +7% |
| 2015 | $12,605 +1.1% | $232,229 -0.3% |
| 2014 | $12,466 +5.2% | $233,031 -0.9% |
| 2012 | $11,855 +4.6% | $235,052 -4.4% |
| 2011 | $11,333 +3.7% | $245,878 -4% |
| 2010 | $10,926 +8.6% | $256,123 -0.7% |
| 2009 | $10,064 -10.6% | $257,824 -13.3% |
| 2008 | $11,253 +6.3% | $297,517 +3.5% |
| 2006 | $10,581 +4.8% | $287,345 |
| 2005 | $10,093 +2.9% | -- |
| 2004 | $9,807 0% | -- |
| 2003 | $9,810 -3.4% | -- |
| 2002 | $10,159 +2.1% | -- |
| 2001 | $9,951 -1.4% | $209,281 +2.6% |
| 2000 | $10,097 | $203,997 |
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Neighborhood: 60045
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Cherokee Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 1.1 mi
- 10/10Deer Path Middle School WestGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 9/10Lake Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.7 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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