Nestled in a private cul-de-sac and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this adorable historic cottage blends timeless charm with thoughtful modern updates. A welcoming stone patio connects the driveway to the expansive yard and guides you to the inviting front entrance. Inside, an updated kitchen features a long island, ample workspace, and a sunny eating area that flows seamlessly into the cozy living room. The living space is anchored by a classic brick, wood-burning fireplace and opens to a charming screened porch through a distinctive Dutch door, which allows for enjoyment of quiet mornings or relaxing evenings both indoors and out. A rare find for a home of this era, the first floor includes a beautifully updated full bathroom, bringing the total to two full baths. Upstairs, the light-filled primary bedroom offers windows on the west and south sides, a charming window seat with ledge, generous closet space, and an attached flex room ideal for a home office or reading nook. The spacious second bedroom features built-in bookshelves, and beautiful outdoor views. An updated full bath completes the upper level. The unfinished basement provides additional workspace along with a dedicated laundry area. Ideally located just minutes from the West Lake Forest train station, as well as shopping and dining, this home offers the perfect combination of historic character and modern convenience.
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$729,000
561 Hathaway Cir, Lake Forest, IL 60045
2beds
1,425sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1925
0.46 Acres Lot
$731,500 Zestimate®
$512/sqft
$4,175 Estimated rent
Home value
$731,500
$666,000 - $797,000
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Listed by:
Andra O'Neill 847-295-0700,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with:
Cory Green
Compass
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12619189
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Office, Foyer, Screened Porch
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 160 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X10
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X15
Foyer
- Level: Main
- Area: 28 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X4
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Island), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 336 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 28X12
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 300 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X15
Office
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 60 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X10
Screened porch
- Features: Flooring (Stone)
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X11
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Oven, Gas Cooktop
- Laundry: Sink
Features
- 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished,Partial
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,891
- Total interior livable area: 1,425 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Screened
Lot
- Size: 0.46 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Cul-De-Sac
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 12312080120000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shake
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Street Paved
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Lake Forest
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $512/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $606,057
- Annual tax amount: $12,621
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/1/2026 | Sold | $729,000-84.6%$512/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12619189 Report a problem | ||
| 9/10/2013 | Listing removed | $4,749,000$3,333/sqft |
Source: @properties #08275573 Report a problem | ||
| 2/25/2013 | Price change | $4,749,000+11.1%$3,333/sqft |
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| 5/23/2012 | Listed for sale | $4,275,000+1071.2%$3,000/sqft |
Source: @properties #08073285 Report a problem | ||
| 2/1/1996 | Sold | $365,000$256/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $11,607 +14.3% | $226,427 +12.1% |
| 2023 | $10,156 +3.9% | $201,999 +19.3% |
| 2022 | $9,772 +2.9% | $169,280 +0.9% |
| 2021 | $9,498 +2.3% | $167,737 +0.3% |
| 2020 | $9,287 +5.2% | $167,209 +1.9% |
| 2019 | $8,828 -4.3% | $164,140 -11.6% |
| 2018 | $9,220 | $185,709 +1.7% |
| 2017 | $9,220 +5.9% | $182,604 +5.1% |
| 2016 | $8,709 +8.5% | $173,810 +6.2% |
| 2015 | $8,028 +1.1% | $163,663 +9.9% |
| 2014 | $7,938 +1.9% | $148,975 -0.9% |
| 2012 | $7,792 +4.2% | $150,267 -9.4% |
| 2011 | $7,479 +17.8% | $165,933 -17.6% |
| 2010 | $6,348 -25.1% | $201,271 -8.4% |
| 2009 | $8,477 +1.6% | $219,800 -2% |
| 2008 | $8,346 +13.1% | $224,195 +4.3% |
| 2006 | $7,381 +2.8% | $215,010 |
| 2005 | $7,181 +12.7% | -- |
| 2004 | $6,371 +6% | -- |
| 2003 | $6,010 -2.7% | -- |
| 2002 | $6,177 +4.6% | -- |
| 2001 | $5,905 +1.7% | $129,900 +5.6% |
| 2000 | $5,805 | $123,013 |
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Neighborhood: 60045
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Deer Path Middle School EastGrades: 5-6Distance: 1.1 mi
- 10/10Deer Path Middle School WestGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 9/10Lake Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2 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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