
1363 Elm Tree Rd Lake Forest, IL 60045
Highlights
- In Ground Pool
- Landscaped Professionally
- Whirlpool Bathtub
- Sheridan Elementary School Rated A
- Recreation Room
- Heated Sun or Florida Room
About This Home
As of October 2018Located a block from the lake, the stunning renovation of this 1933 gardener's cottage to a Van Doren Shaw estate was featured in Architectural Digest in 2014 and 2013. Perfection inside and out, the interior was renovated by world renowned interior designer Timothy Corrigan and the grounds were transformed by Scott Byron. It was one of seven properties chosen for the Chicago Botanic Garden's Gardens of Distinction.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Coldwell Banker Realty License #475133732 Listed on: 05/14/2014

Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $47,369
Year Built
- 1933
Lot Details
- Fenced Yard
- Landscaped Professionally
Parking
- Attached Garage
- Heated Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Brick Driveway
- Shared Driveway
- Garage Is Owned
Home Design
- Wood Shingle Roof
- Cedar
Interior Spaces
- Bar Fridge
- Fireplace With Gas Starter
- Mud Room
- Entrance Foyer
- Breakfast Room
- Recreation Room
- Heated Sun or Florida Room
- Screened Porch
- Home Gym
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Butlers Pantry
- Double Oven
- Microwave
- High End Refrigerator
- Bar Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Wine Cooler
- Kitchen Island
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
- Dual Sinks
- Whirlpool Bathtub
- Steam Shower
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Finished Basement
- Partial Basement
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- In Ground Pool
- Balcony
- Patio
- Outdoor Grill
Utilities
- Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Radiant Heating System
- Lake Michigan Water
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Purchase Details
Purchase Details
Purchase Details
Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Similar Homes in Lake Forest, IL
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Deed | $2,900,000 | Chicago Title | |
Deed | -- | Chicago Title Land Trust Co | |
Deed | $2,562,500 | None Available | |
Deed | $2,600,000 | Chicago Title Insurance Co | |
Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Order | |
Warranty Deed | $3,699,000 | St | |
Warranty Deed | $825,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Open | $256,155 | FHA | |
Previous Owner | $1,920,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
Previous Owner | $1,500,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
Previous Owner | $1,880,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Previous Owner | $300,000 | Unknown | |
Previous Owner | $800,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Previous Owner | $2,250,000 | Construction | |
Previous Owner | $560,000 | Unknown |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
10/01/2018 10/01/18 | Sold | $2,562,500 | -1.4% | $497 / Sq Ft |
10/01/2018 10/01/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
10/01/2018 10/01/18 | For Sale | $2,600,000 | 0.0% | $504 / Sq Ft |
11/07/2014 11/07/14 | Sold | $2,600,000 | -5.5% | $504 / Sq Ft |
10/10/2014 10/10/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
10/04/2014 10/04/14 | Price Changed | $2,750,000 | -8.2% | $533 / Sq Ft |
08/05/2014 08/05/14 | Price Changed | $2,995,000 | -7.1% | $581 / Sq Ft |
06/04/2014 06/04/14 | For Sale | $3,225,000 | 0.0% | $626 / Sq Ft |
06/02/2014 06/02/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
05/14/2014 05/14/14 | For Sale | $3,225,000 | -- | $626 / Sq Ft |
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 | $47,369 | $864,744 | $130,806 | $733,938 |
2023 | $47,369 | $760,663 | $109,619 | $651,044 |
2022 | $44,256 | $738,950 | $106,490 | $632,460 |
2021 | $43,026 | $732,577 | $105,572 | $627,005 |
2020 | $42,063 | $736,629 | $106,156 | $630,473 |
2019 | $39,963 | $723,107 | $104,207 | $618,900 |
2018 | $33,342 | $565,108 | $139,704 | $425,404 |
2017 | $37,044 | $716,511 | $137,369 | $579,142 |
2016 | $39,884 | $764,731 | $130,753 | $633,978 |
2015 | $39,445 | $720,086 | $123,120 | $596,966 |
2014 | $38,377 | $697,452 | $110,537 | $586,915 |
2012 | $37,605 | $703,502 | $111,496 | $592,006 |
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Seller's Agent in 2018
Tracy Wurster
Compass
(312) 972-2515
95 Total Sales
-
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2018
Sally Wood
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
(847) 997-0730
22 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2018
Brad Andersen
Compass
(847) 650-3456
29 Total Sales
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Seller's Agent in 2014
Jean Royster
Coldwell Banker Realty
(847) 234-8000
17 Total Sales
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Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2014
Annie Lenzke
Coldwell Banker Realty
(847) 414-4045
76 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: MRD08614828

APN: 12-28-207-002
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