15553 Lakeview Dr Manhattan, IL 60442
Estimated payment $3,552/month
Total Views
5,072
4
Beds
4
Baths
4,851
Sq Ft
$98
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- Sun or Florida Room
- Bar
- Anna McDonald Elementary School Rated 9+
- Mud Room
- Breakfast Bar
About This Home
Welcome to this one-of-a-kind, custom-built Forrester home in the sought-after Ridgefield Estates subdivision of Manhattan, Illinois. Designed and constructed by a custom home builder for his own family, this home showcases true craftsmanship, thoughtful design, and about 5000 sq ft of beautifully finished indoor and outdoor living space-including 5 spacious bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms. From the moment you arrive, the home makes a lasting impression with its architectural details-including a twisted brick column on the front porch-offering a hint of the quality and charm found inside. Step into the impressive foyer and you're welcomed by soaring cathedral ceilings, skylights, and rich oak hardwood flooring that flows through the main living areas, stairs and upstairs bedrooms. The living room is drenched in natural light and flows seamlessly into the formal dining room and a spacious kitchen featuring abundant cabinetry, newer stainless-steel appliances, and views overlooking the large family room with oak floors and a cozy brick gas fireplace. Just off the kitchen, you'll find not one, but two sunrooms-ideal for relaxing, entertaining, or even expanding your all-season living space further. Entertaining is effortless with a full bar area complete with sink, cabinets, and mini fridge, conveniently located between the foyer and family room. The main level also features a full bath and a functional mudroom with water hookup-perfect for catch-all room or even a pet washing station-with direct access to the 3.5-car garage. Upstairs, discover four generously sized bedrooms, some with custom built-in closet systems. The primary suite is a true retreat with new carpet, two walk-in closets and an expansive en-suite bath featuring two vanities, bathroom heater, a whirlpool tub, and separate shower. The main laundry area is also conveniently located on the upper level. The full finished basement offers related living with a second full eat-in kitchen, large family room, 5th bedroom with walk-in closet, a full bath with walk-in shower, bathroom heater, and another laundry room. An Acorn stair lift to the basement is perfect for accessibility needs but can be easily removed if not required. Additional unfinished storage space with built-in shelving is also available. The meticulously maintained exterior includes professional landscaping, mature trees, an extra-wide driveway, a fenced side yard perfect for pets, a rear patio, and all on an almost HALF ACRE corner lot. Extras include a shed, John Deere riding mower, generator, and a wealth of stored extras-paint, trim, tiles, blinds, siding, screens and more-all thoughtfully saved by the seller for future use. The 3.5 car insulated garage has 10 '3" ceilings and built in shelving. Additional features: Two A/C units & two furnaces, Battery backup sump pump, Custom window wells, new roof, new windows and doors, new skylights, new flooring in many rooms, new appliances, (Full list of updates available under agent remarks). This truly special home combines luxury, functionality, low maintenance practicality and flexibility. Don't miss the opportunity to own a builder's own personal masterpiece-schedule your private showing today!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $11,632
Year Built
- Built in 2002
Lot Details
- 0.43 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 105 x 180 x 105 x 180
Parking
- 3.5 Car Garage
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Quad-Level Property
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- 4,851 Sq Ft Home
- Bar
- Mud Room
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Family Room Downstairs
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Storage Room
- Laundry Room
- Breakfast Bar
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 5 Potential Bedrooms
- 4 Full Bathrooms
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Accessible Home Design
- Accessibility Features
- Stair Lift
Schools
- Lincoln-Way West High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Community Details
- Ridgefield Estates Subdivision, Forrester Floorplan
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $11,632 | $117,600 | $25,100 | $92,500 |
| 2022 | $10,462 | $107,850 | $19,000 | $88,850 |
| 2021 | $9,928 | $102,400 | $19,000 | $83,400 |
| 2020 | $9,630 | $99,250 | $19,000 | $80,250 |
| 2019 | $9,604 | $99,250 | $19,000 | $80,250 |
| 2018 | $9,165 | $95,300 | $19,000 | $76,300 |
| 2017 | $8,906 | $92,350 | $19,000 | $73,350 |
| 2016 | $8,953 | $92,350 | $19,000 | $73,350 |
| 2015 | $8,573 | $90,150 | $18,250 | $71,900 |
| 2014 | $8,573 | $88,350 | $18,250 | $70,100 |
| 2013 | $8,573 | $91,350 | $18,250 | $73,100 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/20/2025 08/20/25 | Price Changed | $475,000 | -1.0% | $98 / Sq Ft |
| 08/07/2025 08/07/25 | For Sale | $480,000 | -- | $99 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Trustee Deed | -- | Acruest Title Services Llc | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Deed | $39,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $266,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $264,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $37,900 | Stand Alone Second | |
| Previous Owner | $250,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $212,000 | Credit Line Revolving |
Source: Public Records
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Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12439101
APN: 14-12-17-205-004
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