This French Country home welcomes you to a resort-like setting that is like vacationing at home every day. Set on 1.75 acres of lush green lawn and colorful gardens, you'll find enchanting little sitting spots, layered landscaping along charming garden walls, a fenced yard for your family and pets to play in perfect privacy, and a refreshing built-in pool with a pergola that has patio lights so you can enjoy an evening swim under the stars. This house combines luxurious amenities with all the casual comforts of home, substantial in size and quality, yet ever so cozy. Highlights include a beautifully remodeled kitchen, family room with wall of new Pella windows and sliding door opening to the covered terrace, a dramatic vaulted living room with beams, a main floor primary suite adjacent to an office or study, 4 additional second floor bedrooms including a second primary suite or guest room with remodeled bathroom, plus a versatile loft, exceptional bonus rooms, and views that will delight you in every season. Entertaining is sensational here, with versatile outdoor spaces including a front courtyard and covered porch, a rear covered patio with built-in grill, and a "hidden garden" patio off the primary suite with hot tub, and of course, the pool! In addition, you'll enjoy tons of storage throughout the home, 3 fireplaces, numerous built-ins, finished basement with wet bar, TV and exercise rooms, a remodeled main floor mud/laundry room, front and back staircases, a circular drive, 3-car heated garage and parking in abundance for family and guests. All this in a peaceful location for walking, biking, Costco runs, dog park, grocery stores, the train station, O'hare, and every amenity Lake Forest has to offer, including the schools, restaurants, parks and beach.
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$2,250,000
1735 Oak Knoll Dr, Lake Forest, IL 60045
5beds
5,952sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1972
1.73 Acres Lot
$2,582,300 Zestimate®
$378/sqft
$14,674 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,582,300
$2.25M - $2.97M
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jill Okun 847-234-2500,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Bought with:
Sue Carey
Baird & Warner
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12027780
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 5, Breakfast Room, Study, Loft, Bonus Room, Recreation Room, Tandem Room, Media Room, Foyer, Mud Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Main
- Area: 450 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X25
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds, Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Second
- Area: 551 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X29
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 323 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X19
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X16
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 285 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X19
Bonus room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 576 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X24
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X17
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Bay Window(s), Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 285 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X19
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 504 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X28
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X17
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Pantry-Closet, Granite Counters, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 294 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X21
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Porcelain Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 153 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X17
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Bay Window(s), Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 494 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X26
Loft
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X16
Media room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 256 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X16
Mud room
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Main
- Area: 36 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4X9
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 992 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 31X32
Study
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 380 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X20
Other
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 340 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X20
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Cooktop, Humidifier, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Wet Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, In-Law Floorplan, 1st Floor Full Bath
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Partially Finished,Crawl Space,Storage Space,Partial
- Attic: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Gas Log, Gas Starter, Family Room, Living Room, Kitchen
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 5,952 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Asphalt, Circular Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Pool features: In Ground
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Outdoor Hot Tub
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 1.73 Acres
- Dimensions: 202 X 368 X 201 X382
- Features: Landscaped, Garden, Level
Details
- Additional structures: Pergola
- Parcel number: 16181020050000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Other equipment: TV-Cable, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn, Radon Mitigation System
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Cedar
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shake
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1972
Details
- Builder model: FRENCH COUNTRY
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Pool
- Security: Closed Circuit Camera(s)
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Lake Forest
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $378/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,017,479
- Annual tax amount: $29,786
- Date on market: 7/1/2024
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/1/2024 | Sold | $2,250,000+9.5%$378/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12027780 Report a problem | ||
| 8/8/2022 | Sold | $2,055,000+95.7%$345/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11401885 Report a problem | ||
| 10/14/2010 | Sold | $1,050,000-10.6%$176/sqft |
Source: Baird & Warnerc #07405772_60045 Report a problem | ||
| 9/11/2010 | Pending sale | $1,175,000$197/sqft |
Source: Baird & Warner - Lake Forest #07405772 Report a problem | ||
| 8/19/2010 | Price change | $1,175,000-2%$197/sqft |
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| 7/25/2010 | Listed for sale | $1,199,000-20%$201/sqft |
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| 1/5/2010 | Listing removed | $1,499,000$252/sqft |
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| 8/6/2009 | Price change | $1,499,000-6.3%$252/sqft |
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| 3/28/2009 | Price change | $1,599,000-5.9%$269/sqft |
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| 3/11/2009 | Price change | $1,699,000-5.6%$285/sqft |
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| 2/13/2009 | Price change | $1,799,000-5.3%$302/sqft |
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| 10/26/2008 | Listed for sale | $1,900,000+71.2%$319/sqft |
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| 7/14/2000 | Sold | $1,110,000+32.1%$186/sqft |
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| 5/4/1994 | Sold | $840,000$141/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $39,510 +21.7% | $704,972 +4.8% |
| 2023 | $32,456 +9% | $672,426 +27.7% |
| 2022 | $29,787 +8.7% | $526,678 +4.9% |
| 2021 | $27,413 +2.7% | $502,141 +3.5% |
| 2020 | $26,701 +3.5% | $485,150 +0.2% |
| 2019 | $25,799 +7.3% | $484,326 +0.1% |
| 2018 | $24,049 | $483,735 +3% |
| 2017 | $24,049 +9.6% | $469,474 +3.9% |
| 2016 | $21,946 +21.8% | $451,722 +6.4% |
| 2015 | $18,024 +2.9% | $424,431 +22% |
| 2014 | $17,516 +3.5% | $347,952 +0.9% |
| 2012 | $16,926 +4.2% | $344,883 -23% |
| 2011 | $16,239 +8.2% | $447,922 -13.2% |
| 2010 | $15,006 -30.5% | $516,272 -5.6% |
| 2009 | $21,576 +1.6% | $547,014 -2.2% |
| 2008 | $21,244 +3.6% | $559,605 +0.5% |
| 2006 | $20,503 +7.6% | $556,601 |
| 2005 | $19,053 +0.3% | -- |
| 2004 | $19,003 +9.9% | -- |
| 2003 | $17,286 +2% | -- |
| 2002 | $16,947 +5.4% | -- |
| 2001 | $16,075 +2.4% | $351,708 +6.4% |
| 2000 | $15,704 | $330,577 |
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Neighborhood: 60045
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Everett Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 1.8 mi
- 10/10Deer Path Middle School WestGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.8 mi
- 9/10Lake Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.5 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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- 60045
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