Seller's Agent in 2022
Marina Carney
Compass
(847) 274-5566
131 in this area
176 Total Sales
1305 Elm Tree Rd Lake Forest, IL 60045
Estimated Value: $2,926,000 - $3,136,000
5
Beds
6.5
Baths
6,593
Sq Ft
$456/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- 1.01 Acre Lot
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Sun or Florida Room
- Sheridan Elementary School Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- Steam Shower
About This Home
As of November 2022This delightful family home is in an easy walk to everything location, Sheridan School, Lake Forest High School, Market Square, the train and Lake Forest Beach! The quality and millwork ever-present throughout, complete with generous proportions in all rooms. A recent two story expansion by Traditional Concepts includes a second family room, wet bar, lower level exercise/workout room with a full bath which can double as a guest room. On the second floor, the addition includes the primary bath with walk in shower, separate steeping tub and an expansive dressing room. Additionally on the second floor there are 5 bedrooms and 5 baths, an office, and a laundry room. On the first floor, the pine paneled den, living room, as well as both family rooms have fireplaces as does the primary bedroom. The expansive kitchen is open to the family room and separate breakfast room making this the perfect hub for daily living! Secluded patios enjoy southern exposure, are accessed from the family rooms, dining room, garden room as well as the front entrance hall, perfect for entertaining on warm summer nights. Many extras include an attached 3 car garage, mudroom, 1.01 acres, architect of note, Edwin Hill Clark, new slate roof in 2001!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $45,284
Year Built
- Built in 1922 | Remodeled in 2001
Lot Details
- 1.01 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 139x275x168x204
Parking
- 3 Car Attached Garage
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Slate Roof
Interior Spaces
- 6,593 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- Built-In Features
- Bookcases
- Historic or Period Millwork
- Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Fireplace in Hearth Room
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 5 Fireplaces
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Sitting Room
- Breakfast Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Library with Fireplace
- Sun or Florida Room
- Home Gym
- Wood Flooring
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5 Potential Bedrooms
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Dual Sinks
- Steam Shower
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on upper level
Unfinished Basement
- Partial Basement
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Schools
- Sheridan Elementary School
- Deer Path Middle School
- Lake Forest High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- SpacePak Central Air
- Heating System Uses Steam
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Radiant Heating System
- Lake Michigan Water
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 13, 2022
Closed on
Oct 20, 2022
Sold by
Stensrud Lorry J and Stensrud Karen M
Bought by
Leffingwell Bridget E
Seller's Agent
Marina Carney
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Nancy Adelman
Compass
List Price
$2,795,000
Sold Price
$2,300,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$495,000
-17.71%
Views
6
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
$708,462
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.74%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leffingwell Bridget E | $2,300,000 | Chicago Title |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Stensrud Lorry J | $1,500,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Stensrud Lorry J | $1,000,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Stensrud Lorry J | $1,000,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Stensrud Larry J | $1,000,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/01/2022 11/01/22 | Sold | $2,300,000 | -14.7% | $349 / Sq Ft |
| 09/14/2022 09/14/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/03/2022 08/03/22 | Price Changed | $2,695,000 | -3.6% | $409 / Sq Ft |
| 07/13/2022 07/13/22 | For Sale | $2,795,000 | -- | $424 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $48,246 | $766,590 | $295,340 | $471,250 |
| 2023 | $48,246 | $766,590 | $272,253 | $494,337 |
| 2022 | $47,635 | $794,901 | $261,914 | $532,987 |
| 2021 | $46,311 | $788,045 | $259,655 | $528,390 |
| 2020 | $45,274 | $792,403 | $261,091 | $531,312 |
| 2019 | $43,013 | $777,857 | $256,298 | $521,559 |
| 2018 | $46,689 | $901,529 | $343,307 | $558,222 |
| 2017 | $45,905 | $886,459 | $337,568 | $548,891 |
| 2016 | $44,038 | $843,765 | $321,310 | $522,455 |
| 2015 | $43,555 | $794,506 | $302,552 | $491,954 |
| 2014 | $48,786 | $885,025 | $271,631 | $613,394 |
| 2012 | $47,801 | $892,702 | $273,987 | $618,715 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Marina Carney
-
Andrew Mrowiec
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2022
Andrew Mrowiec
Compass
(847) 308-2589
112 in this area
160 Total Sales
-
Nancy Adelman
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Nancy Adelman
Compass
(847) 338-5068
68 in this area
92 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 11462528
APN: 12-28-207-027
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