NOT LISTED FOR SALE

153 E Laurel Ave Unit 305 Lake Forest, IL 60045

Lake Forest Area

Estimated Value: $525,351 - $580,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,234 Sq Ft
1998 Built

Sale Details

Date Sold: February 11, 2026

Last sale price $565,000 $458 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,375 / mo

Highlights

  • Formal Dining Room
  • Balcony
  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Sheridan Elementary School Rated A
  • Skylights
  • Walk-In Closet

About This Home

As of February 2026

This desirable bright and sunny third floor condo has it all! Fresh neutral decor, 9 ft. ceilings, crown & chair moldings updated light fixtures and new flooring in the living areas. The kitchen features abundant cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, ample table space and skylight (one of the perks of a 3rd floor unit!) Entertain with ease in the spacious living room/dining room featuring a handsome gas fireplace with marble surround and access to the private balcony. The primary bedroom has a large walk-in-closet and newly updated private bath. The second bedroom has been thoughtfully transformed into a dream office, with built-in cabinetry and desk area, including a hidden Murphy bed. The full hall bath has also been recently updated with a fresh, clean look. Convenient in-unit laundry, heated garage and private storage room. All of this in addition to a location near the heart of downtown Lake Forest, and an easy distance to shopping, train and restaurants.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Donna Mancuso

Jameson Sotheby's International Realty Brokerage Phone: (847) 254-1850 License #475138758 Listed on: 01/05/2026

Co-Listed By

Jean Anderson

Jameson Sotheby's International Realty Brokerage Phone: (847) 254-1850 License #475124065

Last Buyer's Agent

Cynthia Poulakidas Tobin

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475163509

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Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,778

Year Built

  • Built in 1998

HOA Fees

  • $660 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Heated Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Entry on the 3rd floor
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Shake Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,234 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Storage

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile
  • Luxury Vinyl Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Potential Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Lake Michigan Water

Additional Features

  • Handicap Shower
  • Balcony

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, gas, parking, insurance, exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavenger, snow removal
  • 18 Units
  • Maria Hogan Association, Phone Number (847) 724-7851
  • Property managed by First Services Residential

Amenities

  • Common Area
  • Community Storage Space
  • Elevator

Pet Policy

  • Pets up to 60 lbs
  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

Security

  • Fire Sprinkler System

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,778

Year Built

Built in 1998

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$660 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Type Attached: Condo
  • Ownership: Condo
  • EntryLevel: 3
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: Condo
  • Year Built: 1998
  • Age: 26-30 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: Commuter Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Attribution Contact: (847) 254-1850
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 3

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Starter
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Elevator, Storage
  • LivingArea: 1234
  • Other Equipment: Fire Sprinklers, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Room Type: Foyer, Walk In Closet, Balcony/Porch/Lanai
  • Stories Total: 3
  • Window Features: Skylight(s)
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Bathroom Amenities: Accessible Shower
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Carpet

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • ExteriorFeatures: Balcony
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Lot Features: Common Grounds
  • Roof: Shake
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Asphalt, Heated Garage, Yes, Attached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, In Unit
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK
  • Association Fee: 660
  • Association Amenities: Elevator(s), Storage
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Management Company: First Services Residential
  • Management Contact Name: Maria Hogan
  • Management Phone: 847-724-7851

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Gas, Parking, Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal

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: COMMON
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 2
  • Pets Allowed (Y/N): Yes
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes
  • Max Pet Weight: 60

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 7778
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 18

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 5, 2026
Closed on
Jan 26, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Donna Mancuso
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Cynthia Poulakidas Tobin
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$499,000
Sold Price
$565,000
Premium/Discount to List
$66,000
13.23%
Views
17
Current Estimated Value
$558,088

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$6,912
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.58%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 3, 2021
Closed on
Nov 18, 2021
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Lisa Trace
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Eric Booth
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$349,000
Sold Price
$320,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$29,000
-8.31%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.42%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 26, 2010
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 31, 2006
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 9, 2001
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 25, 1999
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$219,312
Interest Rate
6.62%
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$565,000 None Listed On Document
$320,000 Attorneys Ttl Guaranty Fund
$245,000 None Available
-- None Available
$340,000 Chicago Title Insurance Co
$270,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner $219,312
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
02/11/2026 02/11/26 Sold $565,000 +13.2% $458 / Sq Ft
01/05/2026 01/05/26 Pending -- -- --
01/05/2026 01/05/26 For Sale $499,000 +55.9% $404 / Sq Ft
11/22/2021 11/22/21 Sold $320,000 -8.3% $259 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
10/21/2021 10/21/21 Pending -- -- --
09/03/2021 09/03/21 For Sale $349,000 -- $283 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History

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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
2025 $7,778 $151,594 $11,248 $140,346
2024 $6,768 $146,058 $10,837 $135,221
2023 $6,795 $134,641 $9,990 $124,651
2022 $6,795 $123,532 $9,166 $114,366
2021 $6,601 $122,467 $9,087 $113,380
2020 $6,456 $123,144 $9,137 $114,007
2019 $6,131 $120,883 $8,969 $111,914
2018 $4,690 $99,462 $9,825 $89,637
2017 $4,280 $97,800 $9,661 $88,139
2016 $4,315 $93,090 $9,196 $83,894
2015 $4,234 $87,655 $8,659 $78,996
2014 $4,335 $84,061 $9,841 $74,220
2012 $4,263 $84,790 $9,926 $74,864
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12526989

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 12-28-307-136

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