$388,000
SOLD JUN 12, 2020

153 E Laurel Ave Unit 301 Lake Forest, IL 60045

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,427 Sq Ft
$624/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$272 Per Sq Ft

9% Below List Price

31 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • End Unit
  • Balcony
  • Sheridan Elementary School Rated A
  • Den
  • Skylights

About This Home

As of March 2025

This bright and sunny third floor corner unit within Laurel Place features two bedrooms plus a den, totaling 1427 square feet. This home has been updated with wood floors, fresh paint, and new appliances in 2019. The kitchen features maple cabinets, granite counters, a stainless steel sink, a skylight, and ample table space. The spacious living room with gas fireplace connects with an adjoining den. You will find crown moldings and nice finishes throughout. The floor plan features separate wings for the two bedrooms, offering privacy. This condo has one garage parking spot in the heated garage and a private storage room. The air conditioner was replaced in 2014. The monthly assessment includes the gas and water bills. The building's roof was replaced in 2016 & 2017. This building is located in East Lake Forest close to town, train, dining, and shopping. Move right in and enjoy. Currently vacant and easy to show. Fast close possible.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Suzanne Myers

Coldwell Banker Realty License #475134171 Listed on: 04/11/2020

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Suzanne Myers

Coldwell Banker Realty License #475134171 Listed on: 04/11/2020

Coldwell Banker Realty

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,686

Year Built

  • 2001

HOA Fees

  • $624 per month

Parking

  • Attached Garage
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Stone Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Skylights
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Den
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Walk-In Closet
  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Additional Features

  • Balcony
  • End Unit

Community Details

  • Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,686

Year Built

2001

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$624 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Unit Floor Level: 3
  • Age: 16-20 Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Number Interior Fireplaces: 1
  • Ownership: Condo
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Estimated Year Built: 2001
  • Type Attached: Condo
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 3
  • Year Built: 2001

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Skylight(s), Elevator, Hardwood Floors, Laundry Hook-Up in Unit, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Number Of Rooms: 6
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 17X14, On Level: 3rd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Equipment: TV-Cable, Intercom, Fire Sprinklers
  • Fireplace Details: Gas Logs
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 2
  • Primary Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 2
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 6X5, On Level: 3rd Level
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: COMBO, On Level: 3rd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 20X9, On Level: 3rd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Table Space
  • Additional Rooms: Den
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 17X13, On Level: 3rd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Additional Room 1 Name: Den, Dimensions: 9X9, On Level: 3rd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 18X11, On Level: 3rd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1427
  • Dining Room Type: Combined w/ LivRm

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Building Type: Brick, Stone
  • Exterior Property Features: Balcony, End Unit

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 1
  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 1
  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Parking Included In Price: Yes

Utilities

  • Air Conditioner: Central Air
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Heating Fuel: Gas

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Max Pet Weight: 60
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Pet Information: Cats OK, Dogs OK
  • Common Area Amenities: Elevator
  • Assessment Includes: Water, Gas
  • Assessment Association Fees: 624
  • Management Contact Name: Brian Beegun
  • Management Phone: 847-724-7851X31

Fee Information

  • Management Company: Nimrod

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: COMMON
  • Parcel Identification Number: 12283071320000

Multi Family

  • Total Number Unitsin Building: 18
  • Number Stories: 3

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 5663.96

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 25, 2025
Closed on
Feb 27, 2025
Sold by
Michael Cohen Living Trust and Cohen Michael
Bought by
Braun Evan and Braun Kathy
Seller's Agent
Suzanne Myers
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Leslie McDonnell
RE/MAX Suburban
List Price
$569,000
Sold Price
$590,000
Premium/Discount to List
$21,000
3.69%
Total Days on Market
31
Views
16
Current Estimated Value
$579,006

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$10,994
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-7.25%
Original Mortgage
$442,500
Outstanding Balance
$441,646
Interest Rate
6.96%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$137,360

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 11, 2020
Closed on
Jun 5, 2020
Sold by
Farwell Blair and The E Marvin Farwell Revocable
Bought by
Cohen Michael and The Michael Cohen Living Trust
Seller's Agent
Suzanne Myers
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Suzanne Myers
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$425,000
Sold Price
$388,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$37,000
-8.71%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.27%
Original Mortgage
$194,000
Interest Rate
3.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 9, 2017
Sold by
Farwell E Marvin and Farwell Mary Elizabeth
Bought by
Farwell E Marvin and E Marvin Farwell Revocable Tru

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 27, 2014
Sold by
Ueberwasser Karen and Karen Ueberwasser Revocable Tr
Bought by
Farwell Marvin and Farwell Mary

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$268,000
Interest Rate
4.37%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 2, 2011
Sold by
Ueberwasser Karen
Bought by
Ueberwasser Karen and Karen Ueberwasser Revocable Tr

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 11, 2011
Sold by
Zannini John J and The John J Zannini Declaration
Bought by
Ueberwasser Karen

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 23, 2007
Sold by
Zannini John J and Zannini John
Bought by
Zannini John J and John J Zannini Declaration Of

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 23, 2005
Sold by
Lang Coralie and The Coralie Lang Trust
Bought by
Zannini John

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 11, 2003
Sold by
Lang Coralie
Bought by
Lang Coralie and Coralie Lang Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 26, 2002
Sold by
Kieckhafer Regina M and The Harry A Baumann Jr Revocab
Bought by
Lang Coralie
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $590,000 Burnet Title
Deed $388,000 Chicago Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Attorney
Warranty Deed $335,000 First American Title Ins Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Deed $275,000 Sterling Title Services Llc
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Deed $397,000 St
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Deed $365,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $442,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $194,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $320,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $271,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $268,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/04/2025 03/04/25 Sold $590,000 +3.7% $413 / Sq Ft
01/27/2025 01/27/25 Pending -- -- --
01/25/2025 01/25/25 For Sale $569,000 +46.6% $399 / Sq Ft
06/12/2020 06/12/20 Sold $388,000 -8.7% $272 / Sq Ft
05/12/2020 05/12/20 Pending -- -- --
04/11/2020 04/11/20 For Sale $425,000 -- $298 / 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 $8,686 $158,397 $13,891 $144,506
2023 $8,686 $146,015 $12,805 $133,210
2022 $7,893 $136,717 $11,748 $124,969
2021 $7,671 $135,538 $11,647 $123,891
2020 $7,501 $136,287 $11,711 $124,576
2019 $7,125 $133,785 $11,496 $122,289
2018 $5,568 $112,844 $12,594 $100,250
2017 $5,472 $110,957 $12,383 $98,574
2016 $5,236 $105,613 $11,787 $93,826
2015 $5,162 $99,447 $11,099 $88,348
2014 $4,284 $82,290 $11,379 $70,911
2012 $4,167 $83,004 $11,478 $71,526
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD10688205

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 12-28-307-132