1130 Walden Ln Lake Forest, IL 60045
Estimated payment $17,316/month
Total Views
796
4
Beds
5
Baths
3,962
Sq Ft
$681
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Hot Property
- Fireplace in Kitchen
- Contemporary Architecture
- Cherokee Elementary School Rated A
- Deck
- Recreation Room
About This Home
Architectural Mid-Century Modern Masterpiece with breathtaking ravine views! Nestled in a private ravine setting just one block from Lake Michigan, this exceptional one-level home with a walk-out lower level is a stunning collaboration between nature and renowned architect Roy Binkley. Every detail feels like living inside a beautifully crafted work of art. Step into a dramatic living room where a striking stone fireplace and soaring ceilings frame breathtaking ravine views. Walls of glass seamlessly connect the living and family rooms, flooding the space with natural light and drawing your eye to the expansive deck that immerses you in the wooded ravine-an unparalleled setting for morning coffee, quite reflection or sunset gatherings. The dining room, a showpiece of glass and stone, is perfect for hosting unforgettable dinners "al fresco"under the canopy of trees. Throughout the home, discover exquisite craftsmanship: tongue-and-groove black walnut walls, Birger Juell hand-sculpted walnut floors, and floor-to-ceiling windows that blur the line between indoors and out. The sleek Bulthaup stainless steel kitchen featuring Gaggenau ovens and a Sub-Zero refrigerator, is both refined and functional. The primary suite is a serene retreat, complete with a private stone patio where you can unwind surrounded by nature. A separate office with its own fireplace and ravine views offers the ultimate work-from-home sanctuary. Outside, your private oasis awaits - play Bocce ball, gather around the firepit, and savor peaceful evenings surrounded by nature's serenity. This is not just a home - it's a lifestyle of artful living, luxury, and tranquility.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $26,431
Year Built
- Built in 1961 | Remodeled in 2008
Lot Details
- 1.57 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 180x56x42x136x55x33x115x154x262x89x1
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
- Irregular Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Rubber Roof
- Stone Siding
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 3,962 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Built-In Features
- Skylights
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- 4 Fireplaces
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Recreation Room
Kitchen
- Double Oven
- Cooktop with Range Hood
- Microwave
- High End Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Disposal
- Fireplace in Kitchen
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Stone
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Bathroom on Main Level
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Fireplace in Basement
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Deck
- Fire Pit
Schools
- Cherokee Elementary School
- Deer Path Middle School
- Lake Forest High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Steam
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 200+ Amp Service
- Lake Michigan Water
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $24,950 | $441,556 | $255,972 | $185,584 |
| 2023 | $24,814 | $398,013 | $230,730 | $167,283 |
| 2022 | $24,814 | $412,360 | $253,469 | $158,891 |
| 2021 | $23,544 | $398,608 | $245,016 | $153,592 |
| 2020 | $22,889 | $398,608 | $245,016 | $153,592 |
| 2019 | $22,058 | $396,743 | $243,870 | $152,873 |
| 2018 | $20,223 | $382,352 | $231,931 | $150,421 |
| 2017 | $19,775 | $380,148 | $230,594 | $149,554 |
| 2016 | $18,985 | $361,908 | $219,530 | $142,378 |
| 2015 | $18,549 | $336,252 | $203,967 | $132,285 |
| 2014 | $21,250 | $383,920 | $304,247 | $79,673 |
| 2012 | $20,462 | $386,160 | $306,022 | $80,138 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/27/2025 05/27/25 | For Sale | $2,700,000 | +49.6% | $681 / Sq Ft |
| 06/15/2022 06/15/22 | Sold | $1,805,000 | +1.7% | $456 / Sq Ft |
| 06/15/2022 06/15/22 | For Sale | $1,775,000 | +22.4% | $448 / Sq Ft |
| 01/02/2019 01/02/19 | Sold | $1,450,000 | -3.3% | $366 / Sq Ft |
| 11/04/2018 11/04/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/26/2018 10/26/18 | For Sale | $1,500,000 | -- | $379 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $1,805,000 | Proper Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $1,450,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $1,490,000 | St | |
| Trustee Deed | $885,000 | Chicago Title Insurance Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,200,000 | Balloon | |
| Previous Owner | $1,232,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $1,232,500 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $640,000 | Fannie Mae Freddie Mac | |
| Previous Owner | $1,300,000 | Fannie Mae Freddie Mac | |
| Previous Owner | $200,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $225,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $460,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $250,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $585,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
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Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12033234
APN: 16-03-108-019
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