NOT LISTED FOR SALE

153 E Laurel Ave Unit 306 Lake Forest, IL 60045

Estimated Value: $570,025 - $652,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,427 Sq Ft
$734/ mo HOA Fee

Last Sold November 01, 2023

Last sale price $489,000 $343 Per Sq Ft

Est. 24% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,613/month

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Den
  • Skylights
  • Sheridan Elementary School Rated A
  • Elevator
  • 1 Car Attached Garage

About This Home

As of November 2023

This desirable corner, penthouse condo enjoys tree top views and sun-filled rooms. You will be welcomed by an elegant living room with gas fireplace, deep moldings, and walnut wood floors, opening to a lovely balcony and private office with French doors, grass cloth wall paper, and handsome built-ins. This updated chef's kitchen features Woodmode cabinetry, Viking gas stove, Bosch dishwasher, Subzero refrigerator, and granite counters. The two bedrooms enjoy the privacy of a split floor plan, and both bathrooms have been pleasantly updated. Additional features include plantation shutters, skylights, a walk-in cedar closet, alarm system, and built-in stereo speakers. This condo has one garage parking spot in the heated garage and a private storage room. The monthly assessment includes the gas and water bills. The furnace, AC, and air conditioner are 2016/2017. This lovely condo building is located close to town, train, and dining. Move right in and enjoy.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Suzanne Myers

Coldwell Banker Realty License #475134171 Listed on: 10/11/2023

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Lori Baker

Compass License #475134193

Compass

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,560

Year Built

  • Built in 1997

Lot Details

  • 2,134

HOA Fees

  • $734 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

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

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Shake Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,427 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Skylights
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Den
  • Wood Flooring
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Laundry in unit

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

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

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, gas, insurance, exterior maintenance, lawn care, snow removal
  • 18 Units
  • Brian Beegun Association, Phone Number (847) 724-7850
  • Property managed by Nimrod Realty Group

Pet Policy

  • Pets up to 60 lbs
  • Pet Size Limit
  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

Additional Features

  • Elevator
  • Resident Manager or Management On Site

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,560

Year Built

Built in 1997

Lot Details

2,134 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$734 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Type Attached: Condo
  • Ownership: Condo
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: Condo
  • Year Built: 1997
  • Age: 26-30 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Unit Floor Level: 3
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 3

Interior Features

  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • LivingArea: 1427
  • Room Type: Den, Eating Area
  • Stories Total: 3
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: None
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shake
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Number of Cars: 1
  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Garage Details: Heated
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Size Limit
  • Association Fee: 734
  • Association Amenities: Elevator(s)
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Management: Manager Off-site
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Management Company: Nimrod Realty Group
  • Management Contact Name: Brian Beegun
  • Management Phone: 847-724-7850
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

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

Schools

  • Elementary School: Sheridan Elementary School
  • High School: Lake Forest High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Deer Path Middle School

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: COMMON
  • 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: 7560.24
  • Tax Year: 2022

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 18

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 19, 2006
Sold by
Chicago Title Land Trust Co
Bought by
Boyce Sanford C
Current Estimated Value
$605,256

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$260,000
Interest Rate
6.73%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 29, 2003
Sold by
Janowski Daniel M and Janowski Candice R
Bought by
Chicago Land Trust Co and Trust #1110672

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 12, 2002
Sold by
Wayne Hummer Trust Co Na
Bought by
Janowski Daniel and Janowski Candice

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
6.23%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 10, 2000
Sold by
Lasalle Bank National Assn
Bought by
Wintrust Asset Management Company Na and Trust #Lft 1447

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
7%
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
Boyce Sanford C $500,000 None Available
Chicago Land Trust Co -- --
Janowski Daniel $385,000 Stewart Title Company
Wintrust Asset Management Company Na $306,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Closed Boyce Sanford C $260,000
Previous Owner Janowski Daniel $300,000
Previous Owner Wintrust Asset Management Company Na $300,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
11/01/2023 11/01/23 Sold $489,000 -2.0% $343 / Sq Ft
10/14/2023 10/14/23 Pending -- -- --
10/11/2023 10/11/23 For Sale $499,000 -- $350 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

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 $8,336 $161,050 $13,290 $147,760
2023 $7,560 $148,460 $12,251 $136,209
2022 $7,560 $136,209 $11,240 $124,969
2021 $7,345 $135,034 $11,143 $123,891
2020 $7,184 $135,781 $11,205 $124,576
2019 $6,822 $133,288 $10,999 $122,289
2018 $5,277 $112,299 $12,049 $100,250
2017 $5,184 $110,422 $11,848 $98,574
2016 $4,947 $105,103 $11,277 $93,826
2015 $4,859 $98,967 $10,619 $88,348
2014 $5,065 $97,207 $11,379 $85,828
2012 $4,978 $98,051 $11,478 $86,573
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11896059

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 12-28-307-137

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