NOT LISTED FOR SALE

185 Washington Cir Lake Forest, IL 60045

Estimated Value: $1,154,000 - $1,376,000

4 Beds
4 Baths
3,060 Sq Ft
$404/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 16, 2020

Last sale price $795,000 $260 Per Sq Ft

Est. 56% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,398/month

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Wood Flooring
  • Sheridan Elementary School Rated A
  • Recreation Room
  • Mud Room

About This Home

As of October 2020

Classic Colonial style home just blocks from downtown, park and bike path. Features include a sun-filled home office, updated white kitchen with granite counters, large center island, farmhouse sink and stainless steel Thermador appliances. Other features in the home include surround sound, hardwood floors, a wood-burning fireplace, and crown moldings. Large family room addition just off the kitchen overlooks the fenced yard. Updated master bathroom with walk-in closet. Large finished basement provides a rec room, laundry, 1/2 bath and storage. A mudroom features custom cabinetry, bar fridge, granite counters, and slate flooring. Beautiful outdoor spaces feature a bluestone patio, and an open porch and fire-pit. Extensive landscaping with irrigation systems. The shared driveway widens to a 2.5 car detached garage.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Alissa McNicholas

Compass License #475134192 Listed on: 09/24/2020

Compass

Co-Listed By

Lori Baker

Compass License #475134193

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Lori Baker

Compass License #475134193

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $17,491

Year Built | Renovated

  • 1948 | 2007

Lot Details

  • East or West Exposure
  • Fenced Yard
  • Landscaped Professionally

Parking

  • Detached Garage
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price
  • Garage Is Owned

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Cedar

Interior Spaces

  • Bar Fridge
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Mud Room
  • Home Office
  • Recreation Room
  • Play Room
  • Home Gym
  • Wood Flooring
  • Storm Screens

Kitchen

  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Oven or Range
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • High End Refrigerator
  • Bar Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Island

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • Dual Sinks
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Porch

Utilities

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

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$17,491

Year Built | Renovated

1948 | 2007

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Recent Rehab: Yes
  • Age: 71-80 Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Number Interior Fireplaces: 1
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Rehab Year: 2007
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 2.2
  • Style Of House: Colonial
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Estimated Year Built: 1948
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1948
  • Year Renovated: 2007

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Hardwood Floors
  • Number Of Rooms: 12
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 26X12, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: None
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Refrigerator-Bar, Washer, Dryer, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Range Hood
  • Fireplace Details: Wood Burning
  • Attic: Pull Down Stair, Unfinished
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Finished
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 4
  • Primary Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower, Double Sink
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 4
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 12X10, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Other, Windows: None
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 13X12, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: None
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 19X15, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: None
  • Kitchen Type: Island, Pantry-Closet
  • Additional Rooms: Office, Mud Room, Recreation Room, Play Room, Exercise Room
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 17X20, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Blinds
  • Additional Room 1 Name: Office, Dimensions: 20X9, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Blinds
  • Additional Room 2 Name: Mud, Dimensions: 23X7, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Slate, Windows: None
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 12X11, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: None
  • Additional Room 3 Name: Recreation Rm, Dimensions: 22X22, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: None
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 11X11, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Blinds
  • Additional Room 4 Name: Playroom, Dimensions: 20X12, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: None
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 21X13, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Blinds
  • Additional Room 5 Name: Exercise Rm, Dimensions: 18X13, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Other, Windows: None
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 3060
  • Dining Room Type: Separate
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 23X17, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: None

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Exterior Building Type: Cedar
  • Roof Type: Asphalt/Glass (Shingles)
  • Exterior Property Features: Patio, Porch, Storms/Screens
  • Exposure: W (West)
  • Acreage: 0.3047

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s), Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 2.5
  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Parking Included In Price: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Electricity: 200+ Amp Service
  • Air Conditioner: Central Air
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Heating Fuel: Gas, Forced Air

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: 50X276
  • Lot Description: Fenced Yard, Landscaped Professionally
  • Parcel Identification Number: 12334070180000

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 16868.98

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 24, 2020
Closed on
Oct 16, 2020
Sold by
Rancourt Michael and Rancourt Julie
Bought by
Curran Erik and Curran Maeve
Seller's Agent
Alissa McNicholas
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Lori Baker
Compass
List Price
$799,000
Sold Price
$795,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,000
-0.5%
Total Days on Market
0
Current Estimated Value
$1,236,271

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$441,271
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.89%
Original Mortgage
$636,000
Outstanding Balance
$566,847
Interest Rate
2.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$563,066

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 10, 2009
Sold by
Heizer Hunter Chad and Heizer Hunter Janee
Bought by
Rancourt Michael and Rancourt Julie

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
5.38%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 25, 2005
Sold by
Gobeyn Brett and Gobeyn Elena
Bought by
Hunter Chad and Heizer Hunter Janee

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
6%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 3, 2001
Sold by
Smith Gregory B and Smith Kathryn W
Bought by
Gobeyn Brett and Gobeyn Elena

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$252,000
Interest Rate
7.58%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 2, 1993
Sold by
Smith Gregory B and Smith Kathryn W
Bought by
Smith Gregory B and Smith Kathryn W
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
Curran Erik $795,000 Chicago Title
Rancourt Michael $890,000 Stewart Title Company
Hunter Chad $831,000 --
Gobeyn Brett $640,000 Chicago Title Insurance Co
Smith Gregory B -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Curran Erik $636,000
Previous Owner Rancourt Michael $407,000
Previous Owner Rancourt Michael $417,000
Previous Owner Hunter Chad $150,000
Previous Owner Hunter Chad $561,000
Previous Owner Gobeyn Brett $252,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/16/2020 10/16/20 Sold $795,000 -0.5% $260 / Sq Ft
09/24/2020 09/24/20 Pending -- -- --
09/24/2020 09/24/20 For Sale $799,000 0.0% $261 / Sq Ft
11/18/2019 11/18/19 Rented $4,500 0.0% --
10/18/2019 10/18/19 Under Contract -- -- --
10/11/2019 10/11/19 For Rent $4,500 -- --
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 $17,491 $325,675 $130,710 $194,965
2023 $16,139 $285,920 $114,754 $171,166
2022 $16,139 $267,278 $107,272 $160,006
2021 $15,691 $264,973 $106,347 $158,626
2020 $18,102 $314,432 $106,935 $207,497
2019 $16,869 $308,660 $104,972 $203,688
2018 $8,358 $297,988 $140,458 $157,530
2017 $14,964 $293,007 $138,110 $154,897
2016 $14,345 $278,895 $131,458 $147,437
2015 $13,872 $262,613 $123,783 $138,830
2014 $12,546 $237,494 $111,133 $126,361
2012 $12,310 $239,554 $112,097 $127,457
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD10850378

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 12-33-407-018