NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1071 Valley Rd Lake Forest, IL 60045

Estimated Value: $968,686 - $1,162,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
3,006 Sq Ft
$351/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: May 17, 2021

Last sale price $839,000 $279 Per Sq Ft

Est. 23% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,709 / mo

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Spa
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Cherokee Elementary School Rated A
  • Open Floorplan
  • Landscaped Professionally

About This Home

As of May 2021

Offering a lifestyle of warmth, comfort and a touch of elegance! Timeless brick two-story with new exterior in 2015: front porch, Hardie board siding, soffits, fascia and gutters with leaf guards. Versatile first floor offers the luxury of personal space for all with an expanded kitchen, office in a quiet location on the first floor, stools at the breakfast bar for homework help and a comfortable four-season room with a gas fireplace by Regency, many sought after features for today's NEW LIFESTYLE. Stone fireplace, bayed front window and custom built-ins complete the living room. Remodeled kitchen offers natural cherry cabinetry, high end stainless appliances, island and breakfast bar. Butler's pantry/laundry room off the kitchen has a sink, cabinetry, a large pantry closet and room for a 2nd refrigerator or freezer. Adjacent family room has a rich wood and beamed slightly sloped ceiling, Velux skylights and dining area. Need a 1st floor bedroom? The spacious office with built-in cabinetry can easily transform into comfortable sleeping quarters. The favorite room in the house, the four-season room, was remodeled to be enjoyed year-round with gas fireplace and all new windows. Hardwood floors, on 1st and 2nd floor. Four bedrooms, main bedroom with walk-in closet and remodeled full bath. Finished basement has space for games and TV entertainment, exercise equipment and second office area. Enjoy the beautiful perennial gardens from the TimberTech deck or patio with stone knee wall. The owners created a resort like environment with outdoor spa, stone cooking center and firepit! Mark Twain may have written a tale about the adventures on the stream running through Lake Forest behind Valley Road. The children have had many adventures enjoying this neighborhood feature. Additional improvements by the owners include replacing: all windows, front, sliding and garage doors. Roof; chimney tuckpointed. Base and crown moldings, new hardwood floors 1st floor. Elfa closet systems throughout. Security system. Fenced in yard, landscape lighting front and back; shed. Two newer furnaces, air conditioners and hot water tank. Schedule your tour today, you won't be disappointed.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Julie Frentzas

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475179251 Listed on: 03/12/2021

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Co-Listed By

Christine Puszynski

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #471007859

Last Buyer's Agent

Curtis Crotty

Compass License #475179945

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • 1962

Lot Details

  • East or West Exposure
  • Fenced Yard
  • Wood Fence
  • Landscaped Professionally

Parking

  • Attached Garage
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Side Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price
  • Garage Is Owned

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slab Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Open Floorplan
  • Bookcases
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Home Office
  • Recreation Room
  • Heated Sun or Florida Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Storm Screens

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Oven or Range
  • Range with Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops
  • Built-In or Custom Kitchen Cabinets
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Recreation or Family Area in Basement
  • Basement Storage

Outdoor Features

  • Spa
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Fire Pit
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Outdoor Grill

Location

  • Property is near bus stop

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

1962

Lot Details

0.46 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • General Information: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus, Commuter Train
  • Age: 51-60 Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Number Interior Fireplaces: 2
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Square Footage Comments: 3006 square feet includes the four season sun room
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 2.1
  • Style Of House: Colonial
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Estimated Year Built: 1962
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1962

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Skylight(s), Hot Tub, Hardwood Floors, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Laundry, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Beamed Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Some Wood Floors, Granite Counters
  • Number Of Rooms: 11
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 18X14, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: BW,C
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Range Hood, Front Controls on Range/Cooktop, Range Hood
  • Fireplace Details: Gas Logs, Gas Starter
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Basement: Partial
  • Basement: Partially Finished, Rec/Family Area, Storage Space
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 4
  • Primary Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 4
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 13X14, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 10X14, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: All
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 27X12, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: None
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Island, Custom Cabinetry, Granite Counters, Updated Kitchen
  • Additional Rooms: Sun/Florida Room Heated, Office, Recreation Room, Deck
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 11X17, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Curtains/Drapes
  • Additional Room 1 Name: Sun/Florida Room Heated, Dimensions: 14X14, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Stone, Windows: Screens
  • Additional Room 2 Name: Office, Dimensions: 20X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Blinds
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 9X10, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Curtains/Drapes
  • Additional Room 3 Name: Recreation Rm, Dimensions: 27X25, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Porcelain Tile, Windows: None
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 12X13, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Curtains/Drapes
  • Additional Room 4 Name: Deck, Dimensions: 14X13, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Other
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 12X12, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Curtains/Drapes
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 3006
  • Dining Room Type: Combined w/ FamRm
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 22X14, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Skylight(s)

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick, Fiber Cement
  • Roof Type: Asphalt/Glass (Shingles)
  • Exterior Property Features: Deck, Patio, Hot Tub, Storms/Screens, Outdoor Grill, Fire Pit
  • Exposure: W (West)
  • Acreage: 0.467

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 2
  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s), Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 2
  • Driveway: Side Drive
  • Parking Included In Price: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Electricity: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Air Conditioner: Central Air
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Sewer: Sewer-Storm
  • Heating Fuel: Gas, Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Special Assessments: Y
  • Assessed Sq Ft: 2810

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: 67

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 72X241X101X223
  • Lot Description: Fenced Yard, Landscaped Professionally, Outdoor Lighting, Wood Fence
  • Parcel Identification Number: 16091150060000
  • Zero Lot Line: No

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 11073.08

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 12, 2021
Closed on
May 17, 2021
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Julie Frentzas
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Curtis Crotty
Compass
List Price
$839,000
Sold Price
$839,000
Current Estimated Value
$1,032,267

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$193,267
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.56%
Original Mortgage
$713,150
Interest Rate
0.0337%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 29, 2004
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$475,200
Interest Rate
0.0487%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$839,000 Jp Title Guaranty Inc
$594,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Closed $713,150
Closed $244,700
Closed $475,200
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/17/2021 05/17/21 Sold $839,000 0.0% $279 / Sq Ft
03/19/2021 03/19/21 Pending -- -- --
03/12/2021 03/12/21 For Sale $839,000 -- $279 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History

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Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $13,611 $238,350 $87,692 $150,658
2024 $13,722 $236,641 $92,938 $143,703
2023 $12,466 $227,103 $89,192 $137,911
2022 $12,466 $213,421 $84,018 $129,403
2021 $11,781 $205,767 $81,005 $124,762
2020 $11,480 $206,200 $81,175 $125,025
2019 $11,093 $205,850 $81,037 $124,813
2018 $11,399 $224,120 $85,893 $138,227
2017 $11,286 $223,405 $85,619 $137,786
2016 $10,936 $214,957 $82,381 $132,576
2015 $10,760 $201,970 $77,404 $124,566
2014 $10,406 $197,851 $77,958 $119,893
2012 $10,055 $196,105 $77,270 $118,835
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD11018859

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 16-09-115-006

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