Seller's Agent in 2025
Emily Sachs Wong
@ Properties
(312) 613-0022
2 in this area
781 Total Sales
1088 Griffith Rd Lake Forest, IL 60045
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,468
Sq Ft
2024
Built
Highlights
- New Construction
- Colonial Architecture
- Home Office
- Sheridan Elementary School Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- 1 Car Attached Garage
About This Home
As of May 2025Experience the epitome of luxury living in this brand-new construction by McKirnan Group. Located in a perfect East Lake Forest location, this all-brick home boasts 4 bedrooms and 3.5 baths with a fantastic layout for everyday living. The expansive kitchen is a true chef's dream featuring granite countertops, an oversized island, custom cabinets by Quintessential Cabinetry, a 48" Wolf gas range and a French door Subzero refrigerator. The kitchen seamlessly opens to the living room, creating a bright and spacious environment perfect for both living and entertaining. The main level also features a dedicated office, perfect for remote work or study. Just off the garage you will find a practical mudroom with this home's first laundry area. Upstairs you'll find three generous bedrooms and two full bathrooms. The primary suite boasts a large custom closet and a beautifully appointed bath with quartz countertops and Kohler fixtures. The bright, fully finished basement offers a large living area, the fourth bedroom, full bath and a second laundry room. The attached garage is equipped with an EV plug, making it easy to charge your electric vehicle at home. Walk to downtown Lake Forest, filled with charming shops and restaurants! Fabulous location and fabulous home!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475104005 Listed on: 03/03/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 2024 | New Construction
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 50x83
- Fenced
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Parking Available
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Asphalt Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2,468 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Home Office
- Wood Flooring
- Fire Sprinkler System
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
- Dual Sinks
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry in multiple locations
- Sink Near Laundry
Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Schools
- Sheridan Elementary School
- Deer Path Middle School
- Lake Forest High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 3, 2025
Closed on
May 6, 2025
Sold by
Brian G Harbison Trust and Jennifer M Harbison Trust
Bought by
Julia A Palella Declaration Of Trust and Palella
Seller's Agent
Emily Sachs Wong
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Jean Anderson
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$1,150,000
Sold Price
$1,100,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$50,000
-4.35%
Views
92
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$36,138
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.12%
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 4, 2020
Sold by
Harbison Brian G and Harbison Jennifer M
Bought by
Harbison Brian G and Brian G Harbison Trust
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 9, 2018
Closed on
Sep 27, 2018
Sold by
Passionate About Real Estate Llc
Bought by
Harbison Brian G and Harbison Jennifer M
Seller's Agent
Maureen O'Grady-Tuohy
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Buyer's Agent
Maureen O'Grady-Tuohy
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
List Price
$310,000
Sold Price
$259,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$51,000
-16.45%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
21.86%
Original Mortgage
$207,200
Interest Rate
5.12%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 6, 2018
Sold by
Baltrus Birute
Bought by
Passionate About Re Llc
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$279,500
Interest Rate
4.44%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $1,100,000 | Proper Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $259,000 | Greater Illinois Title Compa | |
| Warranty Deed | $215,000 | Greater Illinios Title Compa |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $207,200 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $279,500 | Commercial |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/29/2025 05/29/25 | Sold | $1,100,000 | -4.3% | $446 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/11/2025 04/11/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/03/2025 04/03/25 | Price Changed | $1,150,000 | 0.0% | $466 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/03/2025 04/03/25 | For Sale | $1,150,000 | -4.1% | $466 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/28/2025 03/28/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/03/2025 03/03/25 | For Sale | $1,199,000 | +362.9% | $486 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/27/2018 09/27/18 | Sold | $259,000 | -3.9% | $179 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 08/20/2018 08/20/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/29/2018 07/29/18 | Price Changed | $269,500 | -2.0% | $186 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/19/2018 07/19/18 | Price Changed | $274,900 | -1.8% | $190 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/19/2018 06/19/18 | Price Changed | $279,900 | -3.1% | $193 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/25/2018 05/25/18 | Price Changed | $289,000 | -3.3% | $199 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/27/2018 04/27/18 | Price Changed | $299,000 | -3.5% | $206 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/09/2018 04/09/18 | For Sale | $310,000 | -- | $214 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,656 | $333,681 | $52,606 | $281,075 |
| 2023 | $5,969 | $105,757 | $46,185 | $59,572 |
| 2022 | $5,969 | $98,862 | $43,174 | $55,688 |
| 2021 | $5,804 | $98,010 | $42,802 | $55,208 |
| 2020 | $5,674 | $98,552 | $43,039 | $55,513 |
| 2019 | $5,391 | $96,743 | $42,249 | $54,494 |
| 2018 | $3,240 | $113,400 | $55,859 | $57,541 |
| 2017 | $5,813 | $111,504 | $54,925 | $56,579 |
| 2016 | $5,579 | $106,134 | $52,280 | $53,854 |
| 2015 | $5,520 | $99,938 | $49,228 | $50,710 |
| 2014 | $5,048 | $90,955 | $44,198 | $46,757 |
| 2012 | $4,944 | $91,744 | $44,581 | $47,163 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Emily Sachs Wong
-
Jean Anderson
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Jean Anderson
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
(847) 254-1850
98 in this area
120 Total Sales
-
Donna Mancuso
Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Donna Mancuso
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
(847) 347-8245
79 in this area
95 Total Sales
-
Maureen O'Grady-Tuohy
Seller's Agent in 2018
Maureen O'Grady-Tuohy
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
(847) 845-6444
82 in this area
149 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12302174
APN: 12-28-305-005
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