Nestled in the desirable Whispering Oaks Neighborhood, this inviting single-story home, professionally landscaped on .49 acre, features over 3,200 square feet of tastefully finished living space. It includes a family room and a large primary bedroom addition, along with a bright white kitchen, a spacious dining room with built-ins, and a living room with a wood-burning fireplace. The home also offers a versatile den that can serve as a 4th bedroom plus a dedicated office space. The impressive full-footprint basement, spanning more than 3,000 square feet, presents endless possibilities for customization and personal touches." Large 2 tiered cedar deck offers multiple entertaining spaces for friends and family enjoyment.
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$985,000
701 Morningside Dr, Lake Forest, IL 60045
3beds
3,223sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1966
0.49 Acres Lot
$1,007,400 Zestimate®
$306/sqft
$6,615 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,007,400
$907,000 - $1.12M
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Impressive full-footprint basementLarge primary bedroom additionDedicated office spaceVersatile denFamily roomMultiple entertaining spacesBright white kitchen
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Listed by:
Alissa McNicholas 847-416-0446,
Compass,
Lori Baker, SRES 847-863-1791,
Compass
Bought with:
Brady Andersen
Compass
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12499740
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Office, Den
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Main
- Area: 260 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Den
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X13
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 440 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X20
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X10
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 432 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X18
Office
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 198 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X11
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Cooktop, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Sink
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Attic: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,223
- Total interior livable area: 3,223 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Size: 0.49 Acres
- Dimensions: 108x213x105x190
Details
- Parcel number: 16092150030000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Other equipment: Fan-Attic Exhaust, Fan-Whole House, Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Cedar
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1966
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Curbs, Street Paved
- Security: Security System
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Lake Forest
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $306/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $775,992
- Annual tax amount: $14,444
- Date on market: 10/20/2025
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/6/2026 | Sold | $985,000-1%$306/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12499740 Report a problem | ||
| 10/24/2025 | Contingent | $995,000$309/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12499740 Report a problem | ||
| 10/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $995,000$309/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12499740 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $14,444 -0.7% | $284,714 +10.1% |
| 2023 | $14,543 +9.7% | $258,638 +4.2% |
| 2022 | $13,257 +5.9% | $248,213 +7.2% |
| 2021 | $12,517 +2.6% | $231,583 +3.5% |
| 2020 | $12,194 +3.4% | $223,747 +0.2% |
| 2019 | $11,790 +2.5% | $223,367 -4.2% |
| 2018 | $11,499 | $233,252 +0.3% |
| 2017 | $11,499 +5.1% | $232,508 +3.9% |
| 2016 | $10,937 -1.7% | $223,716 +6.4% |
| 2015 | $11,124 +2.9% | $210,200 0% |
| 2014 | $10,806 +2.9% | $210,266 +0.9% |
| 2012 | $10,502 +4.1% | $208,411 -6.8% |
| 2011 | $10,093 -11.4% | $223,609 -17.5% |
| 2010 | $11,394 +3.1% | $271,064 -5.6% |
| 2009 | $11,055 +1.4% | $287,205 -2.2% |
| 2008 | $10,901 +12% | $293,815 -5% |
| 2006 | $9,731 +7.5% | $309,117 |
| 2005 | $9,050 -5.5% | -- |
| 2004 | $9,581 +117% | -- |
| 2003 | $4,415 -48.8% | -- |
| 2002 | $8,624 +111.3% | -- |
| 2001 | $4,082 -49.4% | $182,611 +6.4% |
| 2000 | $8,060 | $171,640 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60045
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Deer Path Middle School EastGrades: 5-6Distance: 2.7 mi
- 10/10Deer Path Middle School WestGrades: 7-8Distance: 2.7 mi
- 9/10Lake Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.2 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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