NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1878 Hackberry Ln Lake Forest, IL 60045

Estimated Value: $1,242,233 - $1,287,000

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,832 Sq Ft
$331/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 14, 2025

Last sale price $1,250,000 $326 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,100/month

10 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • 0.81 Acre Lot
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Everett Elementary School Rated A
  • Open Floorplan
  • Recreation Room

About This Home

As of July 2025

Prepare yourself for an amazing treat with this incredible center entry Colonial home. Perfectly nestled on a scenic .81 acre lot, you'll be swept away by the gorgeous curb appeal and the charming front porch. You will be delighted with the first glance as you enter the most impressive and inviting generous entry foyer. The curved open staircase makes a lovely statement and is the perfect welcome to this majestic home. You'll love the formal living room with its bright windows, fresh paint, custom crown moldings, and classic gas log fireplace. The elegant dining room sets the stage for amazing dinner parties and entertaining. One can appreciate the butler's pantry/ coffee bar which is located between the kitchen and dining room. The open kitchen floor plan has a wonderful breakfast bar and it opens to the spectacular and massive family room. The abundance of cabinets and granite counters provide great cooking and prep space. There is a large walk-in pantry. This family room boasts 2 bay windows and a luxury marble wall to wall gas start fireplace. There is a first floor den that can easily be converted to a bedroom or the perfect home office. There is also a 1st floor laundry room. The sun room offers a unique and wonderful space! You will feel as if everyday is a vacation day! With its many windows, sky lights and fun canvas ceiling (which has underneath lighting) this fun room over looks the pool and the extremely scenic yard! The primary suite is the perfect "Get-a-way" with it's ample closet space and private bathroom with 2 separate vanities and a whirlpool tub. The majority of the rooms have gleaming hardwood floors of which some have been newly refinished. The basement is a FULL basement and has 3 wonderful recreation spaces, a storage room and a workshop room. The quality billiard's table stays for your enjoyment. The icing on the cake is the incredible built-in pool and lovely patio! One can enjoy the refreshing pool and the stunning grounds. There is a full bathroom located off the pool area too! There is plenty of patio space for outdoor dining and taking in the sun! The fenced yard is much larger than one sees. These grounds provide great space for sports and entertaining. The garage is an oversized 2.5 car garage with loads of natural sunlight. The home has so many amazing features and it is the perfect place to call "HOME"

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Maureen O'Grady-Tuohy

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago License #475094236 Listed on: 05/19/2025

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

Last Buyer's Agent

Patricia Denenberg

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #471003431

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $18,220

Year Built

  • Built in 1969

Lot Details

  • 0.81 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 98x268x131x33x267
  • Fenced

Parking

  • 2.5 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 3,832 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Window Screens
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Den
  • Recreation Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Game Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Lower Floor Utility Room
  • Storage Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Granite Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Potential Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom on Main Level

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level

Outdoor Features

  • In Ground Pool
  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$18,220

Year Built

Built in 1969

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 1969
  • Age: 51-60 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • New Construction Y/N: No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement: Finished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Gas Log, Gas Starter
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: 1st Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Open Floorplan, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room
  • LivingArea: 3832
  • Room Type: Eating Area, Bonus Room, Recreation Room, Game Room, Utility Room-Lower Level, Storage, Sun Room, Foyer, Den
  • Window Features: Screens, Skylight(s)
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • ExteriorFeatures: Lighting
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Pool Features: In Ground
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.5
  • Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2.5

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.81
  • Lot Dimensions: 98X268X131X33X267
  • Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 2
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 18220
  • Tax Year: 2024
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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/14/2025 07/14/25 Sold $1,250,000 0.0% $326 / Sq Ft
05/29/2025 05/29/25 Pending -- -- --
05/19/2025 05/19/25 For Sale $1,250,000 0.0% $326 / Sq Ft
05/19/2025 05/19/25 Price Changed $1,250,000 -- $326 / 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 $18,028 $317,825 $116,032 $201,793
2023 $15,642 $299,892 $109,485 $190,407
2022 $15,642 $269,123 $98,252 $170,871
2021 $15,174 $266,222 $97,193 $169,029
2020 $14,803 $267,131 $97,525 $169,606
2019 $14,285 $266,146 $97,165 $168,981
2018 $15,025 $298,563 $105,626 $192,937
2017 $14,833 $291,593 $103,160 $188,433
2016 $14,200 $279,224 $98,784 $180,440
2015 $13,917 $261,128 $92,382 $168,746
2014 $15,949 $293,410 $99,218 $194,192
2012 $15,666 $293,998 $99,417 $194,581
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12349840

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 15-12-402-004