Located in the highly desirable Ponds subdivision, this premier property offers spectacular, unobstructed water views. This spacious 3,734 SF Tudor-style home features an open floor plan with vaulted ceilings, a see-thru fireplace connecting the family and living rooms, and a formal dining room off the entry. The first-floor primary suite includes a screened porch and a luxurious private bath. The stunning gourmet kitchen, remodeled in 2017, showcases quartzite countertops, a unique octagonal breakfast room, center island, stainless steel appliances, and a walk-in pantry. A mudroom connects to the attached 3-car garage. Upstairs, you'll find three additional bedrooms, 1.5 baths, and a versatile loft space with new neutral carpeting (2025). The English basement offers a spacious recreation room and a full bath. Enjoy outdoor living on the large deck overlooking a fully fenced, .38-acre backyard-featuring what may be the best pond views in the subdivision. The Ponds community includes three stocked ponds perfect for fishing, scenic walking paths, and direct access to Waveland Park. Conveniently located in central Lake Forest near schools, shopping, and transportation, this is a truly special home.
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$1,125,000
510 Buena Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
4beds
3,734sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1985
0.38 Acres Lot
$1,523,600 Zestimate®
$301/sqft
$7,567 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,523,600
$1.36M - $1.72M
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See-thru fireplaceVersatile loft spaceCenter islandUnique octagonal breakfast roomWalk-in pantryOpen floor planSpectacular unobstructed water views
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Lisa Trace 847-295-0700,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate,
Samantha Trace,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with:
Samantha Trace
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12469448
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Breakfast Room, Foyer, Loft
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Main
- Area: 350 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X11
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 238 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X14
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 105 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X7
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Island, Pantry-Walk-in, Breakfast Room, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 247 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X13
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 65 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X5
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 408 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X17
Loft
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 374 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 34X11
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
Features
- Basement: Finished,Full,Daylight
- Attic: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Double Sided, Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen, Gas Log, Gas Starter, Family Room, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,459
- Total interior livable area: 3,734 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, Back of Property
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Back of Property
- Waterfront features: Pond
Lot
- Size: 0.38 Acres
- Dimensions: 88X162X114X156
- Features: Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 16054020410000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Tudor
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Synthetic Stucco
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shake
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1985
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: The Ponds
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Other
- HOA fee: $1,000 annually
Location
- Region: Lake Forest
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $301/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,055,427
- Annual tax amount: $20,464
- Date on market: 9/11/2025
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/7/2025 | Sold | $1,125,000-6.2%$301/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12469448 Report a problem | ||
| 10/7/2025 | Contingent | $1,199,000$321/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12469448 Report a problem | ||
| 9/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,199,000-4%$321/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12469448 Report a problem | ||
| 9/11/2025 | Listing removed | $1,249,000$334/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12431208 Report a problem | ||
| 7/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,249,000$334/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12431208 Report a problem | ||
| 7/28/2025 | Listing removed | $1,249,000$334/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12418767 Report a problem | ||
| 7/26/2025 | Price change | $1,249,000-3.6%$334/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12418767 Report a problem | ||
| 7/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,295,000+29.5%$347/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12418767 Report a problem | ||
| 6/6/2008 | Sold | $1,000,000+5.3%$268/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #06685896 Report a problem | ||
| 7/20/2005 | Sold | $950,000+51.4%$254/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/15/1995 | Sold | $627,500$168/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $20,464 +4.2% | $368,800 +4.8% |
| 2023 | $19,636 +10.9% | $351,774 +9.4% |
| 2022 | $17,705 +5.8% | $321,518 +7% |
| 2021 | $16,736 +2.7% | $300,566 +3.5% |
| 2020 | $16,303 +3.5% | $290,396 +0.2% |
| 2019 | $15,757 -5.1% | $289,903 -11.3% |
| 2018 | $16,601 | $326,823 +0.3% |
| 2017 | $16,601 +4.8% | $325,781 +3.9% |
| 2016 | $15,842 -5.4% | $313,462 +6.4% |
| 2015 | $16,739 +2.9% | $294,524 -3.7% |
| 2014 | $16,267 +3.5% | $305,864 +0.9% |
| 2012 | $15,711 +4.2% | $303,166 -6.8% |
| 2011 | $15,074 +12.2% | $325,273 +3.6% |
| 2010 | $13,441 +3.1% | $314,074 -5.6% |
| 2009 | $13,032 +1.5% | $332,776 -2.2% |
| 2008 | $12,841 +6.8% | $340,435 +2.8% |
| 2006 | $12,029 +0.7% | $331,194 |
| 2005 | $11,941 -4.3% | -- |
| 2004 | $12,482 +2.3% | -- |
| 2003 | $12,199 +2.3% | -- |
| 2002 | $11,924 +5.5% | -- |
| 2001 | $11,305 +2.4% | $248,744 +6.4% |
| 2000 | $11,041 | $233,799 |
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Neighborhood: 60045
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GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Deer Path Middle School EastGrades: 5-6Distance: 1.4 mi
- 10/10Deer Path Middle School WestGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 9/10Lake Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.4 mi
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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