NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1170 Griffith Rd Lake Forest, IL 60045

Estimated Value: $1,287,000 - $1,481,000

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,548 Sq Ft
$533/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 28, 2024

Last sale price $1,250,000 $491 Per Sq Ft

Est. 3% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,312/month

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Sheridan Elementary School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • Formal Dining Room

About This Home

As of August 2024

Introducing 1170 Griffith Road in the East Lake Forest Neighborhood, a home improved to perfection and completely turnkey. This stunning property boasts an open concept floor plan with 9' ceilings and gorgeous deep crown moldings. The kitchen is a chef's dream with new GE double convection self-cleaning ovens, a 5-burner cooktop stove, a Profile oversized microwave, and a Bosch dishwasher, all complemented by elegant granite countertops. The family room, open to the kitchen, features a cozy gas log fireplace with a gas start, perfect for relaxing evenings. The living room opens to the dining room with custom built-in book shelves. Enjoy the natural light streaming through the new Renewal by Anderson transom and sliding doors. This spacious home offers 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and a convenient half bath. The deep pour finished basement includes a fabulous new full bathroom, laundry room and a new sump pump with a backup battery, ensuring peace of mind. Additional features include a relaxing porch, a rare 3-car garage, and an interior street with sidewalks. The location is unbeatable - a short stroll to the beach, Market Square, the train and walking distance to Lake Forest High School. Walk to town or bike to Lake Bluff, with everything you need close by. A fenced yard, Keyth Security System, Ring door bell and Lorex outside cameras complete this jewel. Don't miss your chance to own this impeccable home - it won't last long!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Donielle Foss Crimmins

Coldwell Banker Realty License #475123271 Listed on: 07/24/2024

Coldwell Banker Realty

Co-Listed By

Donna Mercier

Coldwell Banker Realty License #475068501

Last Buyer's Agent

Connie Dornan

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475128119

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $18,788

Year Built

  • Built in 1996

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 65x161

Parking

  • 3 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Space is Owned

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation
  • Cedar

Interior Spaces

  • 2,548 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Dry Bar
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Unfinished Attic

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Potential Bedrooms
  • Dual Sinks
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Sump Pump
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Schools

  • Sheridan Elementary School
  • Deer Path Middle School
  • Lake Forest High School

Utilities

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

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$18,788

Year Built

Built in 1996

Lot Details

8,320 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Colonial
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 1996
  • Age: 26-30 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
  • Basement: Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Bar-Dry, Hardwood Floors
  • LivingArea: 2548
  • Other Equipment: Humidifier, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Bathroom Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower,Double Sink
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Attic: Unfinished
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Cedar

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • ParkingTotal: 3
  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer, Sewer-Storm
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Sheridan Elementary School
  • High School: Lake Forest High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Deer Path Middle School

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Dimensions: 65X161
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 2

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 18787.9
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 24, 2024
Closed on
Aug 26, 2024
Sold by
Rodas Jean P and Caterina Caputo
Bought by
Raymer Daniel Alexander and Raymer Stephanie Kay
Seller's Agent
Donielle Foss Crimmins
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Connie Dornan
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$1,149,000
Sold Price
$1,250,000
Premium/Discount to List
$101,000
8.79%
Current Estimated Value
$1,282,489

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$32,489
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.45%
Original Mortgage
$766,000
Outstanding Balance
$756,593
Interest Rate
6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$601,227

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 2, 2015
Closed on
Nov 5, 2015
Sold by
Dahlgren Karl and Dahlgren Anne
Bought by
Caputo Roda Jean P and Caputo Roda Caterina
Seller's Agent
Jill Okun
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Buyer's Agent
Stacey Marquis
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$799,000
Sold Price
$705,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$94,000
-11.76%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.71%
Original Mortgage
$365,000
Interest Rate
4.37%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 19, 2004
Sold by
Mcafee Sean S and Mcafee Maria R
Bought by
Dahlgren Karl and Dahlgren Anne

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$470,000
Interest Rate
4.87%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 9, 2003
Sold by
Mcafee Sean S and Mcafee Maria R
Bought by
Mcafee Sean S and Mcafee Maria R

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 13, 1998
Sold by
Kozil Ronald and Kozil Irene
Bought by
Mcafee Sean and Mcafee Maria R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$454,500
Interest Rate
6.99%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 21, 1995
Sold by
Troy James E and Troy Dorothy N
Bought by
Kozil Ronald and Kozil Irene
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Raymer Daniel Alexander -- Prairie Title
Caputo Roda Jean P $705,000 Fort Dearborn Title
Dahlgren Karl $655,000 St
Mcafee Sean S -- --
Mcafee Sean $505,000 Mercury Title
Kozil Ronald $150,000 First American Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Raymer Daniel Alexander $766,000
Previous Owner Caputo Roda Jean P $365,000
Previous Owner Dahlgren Karl $470,000
Previous Owner Mcafee Sean $454,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
08/28/2024 08/28/24 Sold $1,250,000 +8.8% $491 / Sq Ft
07/30/2024 07/30/24 Pending -- -- --
07/24/2024 07/24/24 For Sale $1,149,000 +63.0% $451 / Sq Ft
11/06/2015 11/06/15 Sold $705,000 -9.5% $277 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
09/08/2015 09/08/15 Pending -- -- --
06/25/2015 06/25/15 Price Changed $779,000 -2.5% $306 / Sq Ft
02/02/2015 02/02/15 For Sale $799,000 -- $314 / 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 $18,788 $365,769 $96,333 $269,436
2023 $17,618 $306,525 $80,730 $225,795
2022 $17,618 $297,775 $78,425 $219,350
2021 $17,126 $295,207 $77,749 $217,458
2020 $16,744 $296,840 $78,179 $218,661
2019 $15,907 $291,391 $76,744 $214,647
2018 $15,440 $302,179 $102,416 $199,763
2017 $15,179 $297,128 $100,704 $196,424
2016 $14,551 $282,818 $95,854 $186,964
2015 $14,379 $270,361 $90,258 $180,103
2014 $12,534 $231,806 $81,033 $150,773
2012 $12,294 $233,817 $81,736 $152,081
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12055985

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 12-28-302-013

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