250 S Sheridan Rd Lake Forest, IL 60045
Estimated payment $9,004/month
Highlights
- 1.27 Acre Lot
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- Sheridan Elementary School Rated A
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Bonus Room
About This Home
Welcome to your dream home in the sought-after enclave of Far East Lake Forest, set back in a private setting off of the prestigious Sheridan Road. Originally built as a Coach House in 1927, this exquisite residence has been meticulously expanded and renovated over the years, now offering an expansive 4,900 square feet of living space on a very private 1.27-acre lot. This majestic home features 5 bedrooms and 4.5 baths, perfectly blending historic charm with modern amenities. The first-floor primary suite provides a serene retreat, overlooking the beautifully landscaped yard. The family room, adjacent to the kitchen, features a charming fireplace and French doors that open to the patio and incredible yard, perfect for indoor-outdoor living and entertaining. The expansive kitchen, a blank canvas awaiting your personal touch, offers a spacious dine in area and room for a walk in pantry, great potential for a custom dream design. The living room is a showstopper, with a large picture window that floods the space with natural light and a cozy fireplace for those chilly evenings. A versatile den/library with its own entrance offers additional private space for work or relaxation. The first floor also hosts a convenient laundry room. Upstairs, two separate wings with separate staircases, provide flexibility and privacy. One wing includes two bedrooms with a shared Jack and Jill bathroom, while the other features a bedroom with an ensuite bathroom, an additional full bathroom, and a large flex space ideal for an office or extra bedroom. The home boasts a three-car attached garage with incredible storage options and a gated driveway for added security. Close to downtown, 2 different beaches, 2 different Metra stops, shopping, incredible restaurants, Fort Sheridan, and the award winning Lake Forest schools, this impressive home offers endless possibilities and is waiting for your personal touch. Schedule a viewing today to experience the charm and potential of this unique property. PLEASE NOTE:: The kitchen is currently in an unfinished state, ready for you to make it your own. A design rendering is available, along with pricing and layout options from a local top kitchen designer and general contractor, detailed in the additional documentation. The picture shown in the photos is only a rendering to provide design inspiration. This home also does not have a basement.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $25,970
Year Built
- Built in 1927
Lot Details
- 1.27 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 404.9x252.2x149.8x151.7x102.8x192x75
- Additional Parcels
Parking
- 3 Car Garage
- Driveway
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Shake Roof
Interior Spaces
- 4,880 Sq Ft Home
- 1.5-Story Property
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Bonus Room
- Home Gym
- Walk-In Pantry
- Laundry Room
- Basement
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5 Potential Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Separate Shower
Schools
- Sheridan Elementary School
- Lake Forest High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $22,022 | $398,603 | $220,666 | $177,937 |
| 2023 | $22,022 | $359,296 | $198,906 | $160,390 |
| 2022 | $23,370 | $394,372 | $218,509 | $175,863 |
| 2021 | $22,162 | $381,220 | $211,222 | $169,998 |
| 2020 | $21,546 | $381,220 | $211,222 | $169,998 |
| 2019 | $20,766 | $379,437 | $210,234 | $169,203 |
| 2018 | $20,026 | $388,899 | $191,319 | $197,580 |
| 2017 | $19,801 | $386,657 | $190,216 | $196,441 |
| 2016 | $18,995 | $368,104 | $181,089 | $187,015 |
| 2015 | $18,535 | $358,061 | $168,251 | $189,810 |
| 2014 | $21,878 | $401,216 | $224,566 | $176,650 |
| 2012 | $21,077 | $403,557 | $225,876 | $177,681 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/02/2025 09/02/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/28/2025 08/28/25 | For Sale | $1,299,000 | +9.6% | $266 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/20/2021 12/20/21 | Sold | $1,185,000 | -23.5% | $241 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 11/24/2021 11/24/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/21/2021 06/21/21 | For Sale | $1,550,000 | -- | $315 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $1,750,000 | St |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12456054
APN: 16-03-106-009
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