NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1291 Elm Tree Rd Lake Forest, IL 60045

Estimated Value: $3,223,379 - $5,339,000

5 Beds
8 Baths
7,845 Sq Ft
$530/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 10, 2020

Last sale price $3,975,000 $507 Per Sq Ft

Est. 5% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $29,255/month

161 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • Multiple Garages
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Sheridan Elementary School Rated A
  • Heated Floors
  • Recreation Room

About This Home

As of August 2020

Exquisite craftsmanship and luxurious finishes elevate this special home to a class of its own. A few doors from Lake Michigan, the spectacular ravine setting is unparalleled with hand-hewn trails, steps and breath-taking natural vistas -all blending with a series of natural gardens that connect the ravine and the estate grounds. Graciously sized rooms, five ensuite bedrooms, finished basement, guest house, lap pool with pool house and separate exercise gazebo all make this a one-of-a kind property. This spectacular estate is the perfect blend of comfort and elegance as it embraces a spectacular natural setting.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Andra O'Neill

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475136496 Listed on: 01/31/2020

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Mary Grant

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475124370

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $76,873

Year Built | Renovated

  • 1930 | 2005

Lot Details

  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Wooded Lot

Parking

  • Attached Garage
  • Multiple Garages
  • Heated Garage
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Brick Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price
  • Garage Is Owned

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slab Foundation
  • Wood Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Wet Bar
  • Built-In Features
  • Bar Fridge
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Sitting Room
  • Breakfast Room
  • Den
  • Library
  • Recreation Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Storm Screens

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Butlers Pantry
  • Built-In Oven
  • Microwave
  • High End Refrigerator
  • Bar Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Cooler
  • Kitchen Island

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Heated Floors

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • Dual Sinks
  • Soaking Tub
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

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

Outdoor Features

  • In Ground Pool
  • Patio
  • Fire Pit

Utilities

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

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$76,873

Year Built | Renovated

1930 | 2005

Lot Details

0

Parking

4

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • General Information: School Bus Service, Commuter Train, Interstate Access
  • Recent Rehab: Yes
  • Age: 81-90 Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 6
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Number Interior Fireplaces: 5
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Rehab Year: 2005
  • Square Footage Comments: Assessor square footage includes basement.
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 6.2
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Estimated Year Built: 1930
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Year Renovated: 2005

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Bar-Wet, Hardwood Floors, Heated Floors, 1st Floor Laundry, Built-in Features
  • Number Of Rooms: 15
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 34X19, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Refrigerator-Bar, Washer, Dryer, Wine Cooler/Refrigerator, Oven/Built-in
  • Equipment: Humidifier, Security System, CO Detectors, Sump Pump, Backup Sump Pump;, Power Generator, Multiple Water Heaters
  • Fireplace Details: Wood Burning, Gas Logs, Gas Starter
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Finished
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 5
  • Primary Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower, Double Sink, Soaking Tub
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 5
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 13X5, On Level: Main Level
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 21X19, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 17X14, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Pantry-Butler
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus, 5th Bedroom, Breakfast Room, Den, Foyer, Library, Recreation Room, Sitting Room
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 20X19, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Additional Room 1 Name: 5th Bdrm, Dimensions: 18X13, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Additional Room 2 Name: Breakfast Rm, Dimensions: 22X15, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 18X15, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Additional Room 3 Name: Library, Dimensions: 22X12, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Other
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 17X12, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Additional Room 4 Name: Bonus, Dimensions: 25X14, On Level: 3rd Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 18X17, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Additional Room 5 Name: Sitting, Dimensions: 19X12, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Additional Room 6 Name: Foyer, Dimensions: 24X10, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Marble
  • Additional Room 7 Name: Recreation Rm, Dimensions: 33X19, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Carpet
  • Additional Room 8 Name: Den, Dimensions: 15X16, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Carpet
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 7845
  • Dining Room Type: Separate
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 22X20, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete
  • Lot Size: 3.0-3.99 Acres
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Roof Type: Wood Shakes/Shingles
  • Exterior Property Features: Patio, Pool In-Ground, Storms/Screens, Fire Pit
  • Acreage: 3.6

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 4
  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s), Transmitter(s), Heated, Multiple Garages
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 4
  • Driveway: Asphalt, Brick
  • Parking Included In Price: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Assessed Sq Ft: 11549

Schools

  • School District: 115
  • Elementary School: Sheridan Elementary School
  • Middle School: Deer Path Middle School
  • High School: Lake Forest High School
  • Junior High Dist: 67

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 431X491X280X340
  • Lot Description: Landscaped Professionally, Wooded
  • Parcel Identification Number: 12282070280000

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 73563.20

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 31, 2020
Closed on
Aug 7, 2020
Sold by
1291 Elm Tree Road Llc
Bought by
Chicago Title Land Trust Company and Trust Number 8002383715
Seller's Agent
Andra O'Neill
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Mary Grant
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$4,795,000
Sold Price
$3,975,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$820,000
-17.1%
Current Estimated Value
$4,157,126

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$182,126
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.50%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 31, 2020
Closed on
Jul 10, 2020
Sold by
Mcnerney W James W and Mcnerney Haity M
Bought by
1291 Elm Tree Road Llc
Seller's Agent
Andra O'Neill
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Mary Grant
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$4,795,000
Sold Price
$3,975,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$820,000
-17.1%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 24, 2006
Sold by
Milestone Development Llc
Bought by
Mcnerney W James and Mcnerney Haity M E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,100,000
Interest Rate
5.87%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 1, 2006
Sold by
Mihelich Maurice W
Bought by
Milestone Development Llc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$310,000
Interest Rate
8.25%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 30, 2004
Sold by
Kallergis Mary Jo and Mary Jo Kallergis Trust
Bought by
Mihelich Maurice

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$3,300,000
Interest Rate
5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 19, 2004
Sold by
Amended Mueller Donna K and Amended Donna K Mueller
Bought by
Kallergis Mary Jo and Mary Jo Kallergis Trust Agreem
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Chicago Title Land Trust Company $3,935,000 Proper Title Llc
1291 Elm Tree Road Llc -- Attorney
Mcnerney W James $7,600,000 None Available
Milestone Development Llc -- None Available
Mihelich Maurice -- Metropolitan Title Co
Kallergis Mary Jo $3,790,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Chicago Title $3,180,000
Previous Owner Mcnerney W James $970,000
Previous Owner Mcnerney W James $1,000,000
Previous Owner Mcnerney W James $1,100,000
Previous Owner Mihelich Maurice W $310,000
Previous Owner Mihelich Maurice W $5,867,000
Previous Owner Mihelich Maurice $3,300,000
Previous Owner Kallergis Mary Jo $3,200,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/10/2020 08/10/20 Sold $3,975,000 -4.2% $507 / Sq Ft
07/10/2020 07/10/20 Pending -- -- --
06/11/2020 06/11/20 Price Changed $4,150,000 -13.5% $529 / Sq Ft
01/31/2020 01/31/20 For Sale $4,795,000 -- $611 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $76,873 $2,871,797 $557,459 $2,314,338
2023 $72,356 $1,221,449 $513,882 $707,567
2022 $72,356 $1,198,330 $504,155 $694,175
2021 $68,772 $1,187,995 $499,807 $688,188
2020 $71,551 $1,194,565 $502,571 $691,994
2019 $71,551 $1,284,092 $511,007 $773,085
2018 $42,912 $1,514,863 $679,610 $835,253
2017 $76,357 $1,489,541 $668,250 $821,291
2016 $72,935 $1,417,800 $636,065 $781,735
2015 $72,148 $1,335,028 $598,931 $736,097
2014 $71,953 $1,302,468 $537,719 $764,749
2012 $69,653 $1,313,766 $542,383 $771,383
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD10624077

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 12-28-207-028