Adorable cottage style ranch offering charming curb appeal and comfortable, functional living space. The shake exterior, bay windows, and welcoming covered front porch create an inviting first impression. Inside, the open concept floor plan features hardwood flooring throughout and a seamless flow between the main living areas. The living room is anchored by a fireplace and opens to the spacious kitchen featuring a breakfast bar, abundant cabinetry, generous countertop space, and stainless steel appliances. A rear deck conveniently located off the kitchen provides the perfect setting for outdoor grilling. The separate dining area features a vaulted ceiling and skylight that fill the space with natural light. The primary suite offers two closets and en-suite bathroom with a double vanity and walk-in shower. Three additional bedrooms share a full hall bathroom. Adding to the property's appeal is a charming detached shed equipped with electricity and heat, offering a versatile space with potential for a home office, art studio, hobby room, or additional storage. Recent improvements include a new asphalt shingle roof (2022), new furnace (2024), and fresh interior and exterior painting (2026). With its charming cottage character, thoughtful floor plan, and unique workshop, this home offers a wonderful combination of comfort, functionality, and character. Northcroft Park is located directly across the street and Prairie Wolf Forest Preserve is just steps away!
Active
$619,000
20 W Old Elm Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
4beds
1,944sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1964
0.28 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$318/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Three additional bedroomsShake exteriorBay windowsGenerous countertop spaceSpacious kitchenOpen concept floor planAbundant cabinetry
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Listed by:
Brady Andersen (847)732-9790,
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Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12781572
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: No additional rooms
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X14
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 275 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X11
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 24 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X3
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 336 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X14
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Laundry Closet
Features
- Open Floorplan
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,944 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Size: 0.28 Acres
- Dimensions: 100X125
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Additional parcels included: 16082120140000
- Parcel number: 16082120150000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cedar, Shake Siding
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1964
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Lake Forest
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $318/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $338,163
- Annual tax amount: $7,335
- Date on market: 10/9/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history is unavailable.
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,707 -1% | $118,166 +4.8% |
| 2023 | $6,772 +0.8% | $112,710 +4.2% |
| 2022 | $6,719 +5.8% | $108,167 -3.3% |
| 2021 | $6,353 +2.6% | $111,847 +3.5% |
| 2020 | $6,191 +3.5% | $108,063 +0.2% |
| 2019 | $5,982 +57.4% | $107,880 +46.9% |
| 2018 | $3,801 | $73,440 +0.3% |
| 2017 | $3,801 +4.6% | $73,206 +3.9% |
| 2016 | $3,634 -25.7% | $70,438 +6.4% |
| 2015 | $4,889 +10.5% | $66,183 -24.4% |
| 2014 | $4,423 +3.3% | $87,582 +0.9% |
| 2012 | $4,281 +3.9% | $86,809 -6.8% |
| 2011 | $4,120 +6.2% | $93,140 -1.8% |
| 2010 | $3,880 +7.5% | $94,854 -5.6% |
| 2009 | $3,609 +0.9% | $100,502 -2.2% |
| 2008 | $3,578 +7.1% | $102,815 -9.2% |
| 2006 | $3,341 +149.4% | $113,180 |
| 2005 | $1,340 -3.9% | -- |
| 2004 | $1,394 -10.3% | -- |
| 2003 | $1,554 -3.8% | -- |
| 2002 | $1,616 | -- |
| 2001 | -- | $71,410 +6.4% |
| 2000 | $1,756 | $67,119 |
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Neighborhood: 60045
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Cherokee 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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