An inviting wrap-around front porch welcomes you to this delightful Nantucket inspired house. Extensively rebuilt/expanded in the '90's, then more recently renovated creating an open floor plan with a spectacular kitchen w/large center island & breakfast nook w/built-in hutches & cozy banquette opening to both the family room & lovely backyard. The large family room features historic Chicago brick accents including arched doorways & a fireplace. The 1st floor also has lovely separate living & dining rooms & boasts wonderful light, great outdoor access & hardwood floors throughout. The 2nd floor has 4 bedrooms & 3 baths including a spacious primary suite w/well appointed bath, a walk-in closet plus a terrific & versatile office/bonus room. The basement has a rec room, tons of storage plus a deep pour media room. An extra wide east Lake Forest lot, beautiful landscaping plus a newer composite deck & front porch make this home as lovely outside as in. Too many improvements to list here, but recent/significant improvements include backyard tree removal/lawn resodded ('23/24), extensive insulation work done in attic & basement ('23/24), interior painted ('23/24), new roof, driveway, chimney tuckpointed (2022). All this in an easy walk to school, town & beach location.
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$1,585,000
395 Spruce Ave, Lake Forest, IL 60045
4beds
3,263sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1930
0.3 Acres Lot
$1,660,000 Zestimate®
$486/sqft
$7,161 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,660,000
$1.49M - $1.84M
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Beautiful landscapingHistoric chicago brick accentsCozy banquetteWell appointed bathLarge center islandFamily roomWonderful light
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Listing courtesy of:
Katherine Hudson 847-250-6391,
Compass
Bought with:
Kathleen Doron
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12295442
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 289 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X17
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X14
Bonus room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 330 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X15
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X12
Eating area
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 98 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X7
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 483 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X21
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X14
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X11
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X12
Media room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 273 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X21
Recreation room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 392 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 28X14
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Partially Finished,Exterior Entry,Storage Space,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen, Gas Log, Family Room, Master Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 3,263 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: 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: Deck
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.30 Acres
- Dimensions: 100 X 131.5
Details
- Parcel number: 12281090030000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Other equipment: Sump Pump, Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cedar, Shake Siding
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Storm Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Lake Forest
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/11/2025 | Sold | $1,585,000-0.6%$486/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12295442 Report a problem | ||
| 3/5/2025 | Contingent | $1,595,000$489/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12295442 Report a problem | ||
| 2/27/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,595,000+13.9%$489/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12295442 Report a problem | ||
| 6/9/2023 | Sold | $1,400,000-6%$429/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11662677 Report a problem | ||
| 3/17/2023 | Contingent | $1,490,000$457/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11662677 Report a problem | ||
| 1/20/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,490,000$457/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11662677 Report a problem | ||
| 12/16/2022 | Listing removed | $1,490,000$457/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11662677 Report a problem | ||
| 10/28/2022 | Listed for sale | $1,490,000$457/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11662677 Report a problem | ||
| 10/25/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11637610 Report a problem | ||
| 10/14/2022 | Contingent | $1,490,000$457/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11637610 Report a problem | ||
| 9/24/2022 | Listed for sale | $1,490,000+35.5%$457/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11637610 Report a problem | ||
| 7/12/2005 | Sold | $1,100,000+115.7%$337/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/7/1994 | Sold | $510,000+155%$156/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/27/1994 | Sold | $200,000$61/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $20,583 +13.9% | $391,121 +11.1% |
| 2023 | $18,071 +6.6% | $352,186 +19.3% |
| 2022 | $16,950 +2.9% | $295,141 +2.9% |
| 2021 | $16,477 +12.3% | $286,716 +0.3% |
| 2020 | $14,670 -6.8% | $285,815 -8.8% |
| 2019 | $15,748 -7.9% | $313,535 -14.1% |
| 2018 | $17,096 | $365,005 +1.7% |
| 2017 | $17,096 +13.4% | $358,904 +21.2% |
| 2016 | $15,074 +9.9% | $296,183 +6.2% |
| 2015 | $13,717 +1.2% | $278,892 +11.4% |
| 2014 | $13,560 +2% | $250,280 -0.9% |
| 2012 | $13,298 +2.4% | $252,451 -9.4% |
| 2011 | $12,981 -10.9% | $278,771 -17.4% |
| 2010 | $14,568 -0.2% | $337,666 -8.4% |
| 2009 | $14,601 +1.7% | $368,752 -2% |
| 2008 | $14,358 +3.4% | $376,124 +0.6% |
| 2006 | $13,887 +36.5% | $374,051 |
| 2005 | $10,173 -13.3% | -- |
| 2004 | $11,735 +5.7% | -- |
| 2003 | $11,105 -3.1% | -- |
| 2002 | $11,460 +4.5% | -- |
| 2001 | $10,966 +1.7% | $238,865 +5.6% |
| 2000 | $10,788 | $226,201 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60045
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Deer Path Middle School EastGrades: 5-6Distance: 2.9 mi
- 10/10Deer Path Middle School WestGrades: 7-8Distance: 2.9 mi
- 9/10Lake Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Sheridan 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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