Seller's Agent in 2024
Jill Okun
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
(847) 902-2296
15 in this area
21 Total Sales
1735 Oak Knoll Dr Lake Forest, IL 60045
Estimated Value: $2,255,000 - $2,583,000
5
Beds
7
Baths
5,952
Sq Ft
$410/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Home Theater
- In Ground Pool
- Landscaped Professionally
- Everett Elementary School Rated A
- 1.73 Acre Lot
- Fireplace in Kitchen
About This Home
As of July 2024This French Country home welcomes you to a resort-like setting that is like vacationing at home every day. Set on 1.75 acres of lush green lawn and colorful gardens, you'll find enchanting little sitting spots, layered landscaping along charming garden walls, a fenced yard for your family and pets to play in perfect privacy, and a refreshing built-in pool with a pergola that has patio lights so you can enjoy an evening swim under the stars. This house combines luxurious amenities with all the casual comforts of home, substantial in size and quality, yet ever so cozy. Highlights include a beautifully remodeled kitchen, family room with wall of new Pella windows and sliding door opening to the covered terrace, a dramatic vaulted living room with beams, a main floor primary suite adjacent to an office or study, 4 additional second floor bedrooms including a second primary suite or guest room with remodeled bathroom, plus a versatile loft, exceptional bonus rooms, and views that will delight you in every season. Entertaining is sensational here, with versatile outdoor spaces including a front courtyard and covered porch, a rear covered patio with built-in grill, and a "hidden garden" patio off the primary suite with hot tub, and of course, the pool! In addition, you'll enjoy tons of storage throughout the home, 3 fireplaces, numerous built-ins, finished basement with wet bar, TV and exercise rooms, a remodeled main floor mud/laundry room, front and back staircases, a circular drive, 3-car heated garage and parking in abundance for family and guests. All this in a peaceful location for walking, biking, Costco runs, dog park, grocery stores, the train station, O'hare, and every amenity Lake Forest has to offer, including the schools, restaurants, parks and beach.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $29,786
Year Built
- Built in 1972
Lot Details
- 1.73 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 202 x 368 x 201 x382
- Fenced Yard
- Landscaped Professionally
- Level Lot
- Sprinkler System
- Garden
Parking
- 3 Car Attached Garage
- Heated Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Shake Roof
- Radon Mitigation System
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 5,952 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- Bar Fridge
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Drapes & Rods
- Blinds
- Bay Window
- Mud Room
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 3 Fireplaces
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Breakfast Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Theater
- Recreation Room
- Loft
- Bonus Room
- Utility Room with Study Area
- Tandem Room
- Wood Flooring
- Unfinished Attic
- Video Cameras
Kitchen
- Double Oven
- Cooktop
- Microwave
- High End Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Wine Refrigerator
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Disposal
- Fireplace in Kitchen
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5 Potential Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- In-Law or Guest Suite
- Bathroom on Main Level
- Dual Sinks
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Partially Finished Basement
- Partial Basement
- Sump Pump
- Finished Basement Bathroom
- Crawl Space
- Basement Storage
Pool
- In Ground Pool
- Spa
Outdoor Features
- Exterior Lighting
- Pergola
Schools
- Everett Elementary School
- Deer Path Middle School
- Lake Forest High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Zoned Cooling and Heating System
- Humidifier
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 200+ Amp Service
- Lake Michigan Water
- Gas Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Community Details
Overview
- French Country
Recreation
- Community Pool
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 25, 2025
Sold by
Kennette Gregory and Kennette Christina
Bought by
Gregory W Kennette Trust and Christina J Kennette Trust
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 14, 2024
Closed on
Jun 25, 2024
Sold by
Rand Nickerson First Restatement Of Decl and Decarolyn B Coonce First Restatement Of
Bought by
Kennette Gregory and Kennette Christina
Seller's Agent
Jill Okun
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Buyer's Agent
Sue Carey
Baird & Warner
List Price
$2,295,000
Sold Price
$2,250,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$45,000
-1.96%
Views
1
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.83%
Original Mortgage
$985,000
Interest Rate
5.13%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 5, 2022
Closed on
Jul 29, 2022
Sold by
Ducker and Carol
Bought by
Rand Nickerson First Restatement Of Declarati and Carolyn B Coonce First Restatement Of Declaration Of Trust
Seller's Agent
Kim Shortsle
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Jill Okun
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
List Price
$1,975,000
Sold Price
$2,055,000
Premium/Discount to List
$80,000
4.05%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.89%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 4, 2010
Sold by
Hardy Robert W and Hardy Gretchen S
Bought by
Ducker John and Ducker Carol
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$840,000
Interest Rate
4.37%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 19, 2000
Sold by
Lowe Alan L and Lowe Jill S
Bought by
Hardy Robert W and Hardy Gretchen S
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Interest Rate
9.5%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 28, 1994
Sold by
Harris Bank Hinsdale
Bought by
Lowe Alan L and Lowe Jill S
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Interest Rate
6.75%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 22, 1994
Sold by
Harris Bank Glencoe Northbrook Na
Bought by
Harris Bank Libertyville
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Interest Rate
6.75%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 11, 1994
Sold by
Harris Bank Glencoe Northbrook
Bought by
Harris Bank Libertyville
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Interest Rate
6.75%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gregory W Kennette Trust | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Kennette Gregory | $2,250,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Rand Nickerson First Restatement Of Declarati | $2,055,000 | Wifler Law Group Pc | |
| Ducker John | $1,050,000 | Baird & Warner Title Service | |
| Hardy Robert W | $1,110,000 | -- | |
| Lowe Alan L | $840,000 | Chicago Title Insurance Co | |
| Harris Bank Libertyville | -- | -- | |
| Harris Bank Libertyville | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Kennette Gregory | $985,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Ducker John | $826,025 | |
| Previous Owner | Ducker John | $840,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Ducker John | $840,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Hardy Robert W | $200,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Hardy Robert W | $150,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Lowe Alan L | $482,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Lowe Alan L | $500,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/01/2024 07/01/24 | Sold | $2,250,000 | -2.0% | $378 / Sq Ft |
| 04/20/2024 04/20/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/14/2024 04/14/24 | For Sale | $2,295,000 | +11.7% | $386 / Sq Ft |
| 08/08/2022 08/08/22 | Sold | $2,055,000 | +4.1% | $298 / Sq Ft |
| 05/17/2022 05/17/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/05/2022 03/05/22 | For Sale | $1,975,000 | -- | $286 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
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 | $32,451 | $672,426 | $224,867 | $447,559 |
| 2023 | $29,787 | $526,678 | $215,803 | $310,875 |
| 2022 | $29,787 | $502,141 | $227,290 | $274,851 |
| 2021 | $27,413 | $484,131 | $219,138 | $264,993 |
| 2020 | $26,701 | $485,150 | $219,599 | $265,551 |
| 2019 | $25,799 | $484,326 | $219,226 | $265,100 |
| 2018 | $24,282 | $483,735 | $232,362 | $251,373 |
| 2017 | $24,049 | $469,474 | $231,620 | $237,854 |
| 2016 | $22,870 | $451,722 | $222,862 | $228,860 |
| 2015 | $21,946 | $424,431 | $209,398 | $215,033 |
| 2014 | $17,516 | $347,952 | $210,895 | $137,057 |
| 2012 | $16,926 | $344,883 | $209,035 | $135,848 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Jill Okun
-
Sue Carey
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Sue Carey
Baird Warner
(847) 367-1855
5 in this area
23 Total Sales
-
Kim Shortsle
Seller's Agent in 2022
Kim Shortsle
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
(847) 987-5702
53 in this area
121 Total Sales
-
Carleigh Mia Goldsberry
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2022
Carleigh Mia Goldsberry
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
(224) 558-1993
30 in this area
69 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12027780
APN: 16-18-102-005
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