254 Mellody Rd Lake Forest, IL 60045
Estimated Value: $1,233,000 - $1,507,000
4
Beds
6
Baths
3,254
Sq Ft
$413/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Multiple Garages
- Landscaped Professionally
- Recreation Room
- Deer Path Middle School East Rated A
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Vaulted Ceiling
About This Home
As of September 2021Stunning 4+ bedroom ranch, completely remodeled in 2016. Open floor plan. Bright kitchen with all SS appliances and bar stool area. Great room with vaulted ceiling, wood burning fireplace, and floor to ceiling windows. You love the large dining area, fireplace, and separate bar area with wine frig and cabinets. Generous Primary bedroom with sliders to patio. 2 large walk-in closets. Bath features, separate vanities, steam shower and Whirlpool tub. All with views of private backyard. 2nd bedroom with en suite bath. 3rd and 4th bedroom share hall bath. 4 bedroom makes an excellent office. Back hall as you enter from garage has separate mudroom, powder room, and laundry room with additional refrigerator. Full basement features recreation room with wet bar and an additional 1/2 bath. Another large open space that could become a home gym/or home theatre. 5th bedroom and full bath. Set on wooded .62 acres. Wrap around patio with exterior fireplace. 3 car attached garage. New roof in 2016. Resort-like living in Lake Forest!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Coldwell Banker Realty License #475121886 Listed on: 07/28/2021
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $17,331
Year Built
- Built in 1955 | Remodeled in 2016
Lot Details
- 0.62 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 201x280x94x135
- Landscaped Professionally
Parking
- 3 Car Attached Garage
- Multiple Garages
- Garage Transmitter
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Asphalt Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 3,254 Sq Ft Home
- Wet Bar
- Bar Fridge
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Skylights
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Fireplace With Gas Starter
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Great Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Recreation Room
- Workshop
- Home Gym
- Wood Flooring
- Home Security System
Kitchen
- Built-In Oven
- Cooktop with Range Hood
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Wine Refrigerator
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 5 Potential Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Bidet
- Dual Sinks
- Whirlpool Bathtub
- Steam Shower
- Shower Body Spray
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Sink Near Laundry
- Gas Dryer Hookup
Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Sump Pump
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Shed
Schools
- Everett Elementary School
- Deer Path Middle School
- Lake Forest High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Humidifier
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 400 Amp
- Lake Michigan Water
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- Ranch
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 28, 2021
Closed on
Sep 8, 2021
Sold by
Gilbertson Thomas L and Gilbertson Kathryn C
Bought by
Scheinbaum Alan C and Scheinbaum Sandra L
Seller's Agent
Helen Larsen
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Maxine Goldberg
Engel & Voelkers Chicago North Shore
List Price
$1,100,000
Sold Price
$990,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$110,000
-10%
Total Days on Market
11
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$354,700
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.78%
Original Mortgage
$792,000
Interest Rate
2.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 10, 2017
Sold by
Baranko Matthew
Bought by
Gilbertson Thomas L and Gilbertson Kathryn C
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$672,000
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 28, 2016
Closed on
Sep 19, 2016
Sold by
Deutsche Bank National Trust Company
Bought by
Baranko Matthew and Baranko Matthew
Seller's Agent
Melanie Croft
Vylla Home
Buyer's Agent
Matthew Baranko
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
List Price
$709,900
Sold Price
$456,750
Premium/Discount to List
-$253,150
-35.66%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.89%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 29, 2015
Sold by
Malanfant Michael and Malanfant Susan
Bought by
Deutsche Bank National Trust Company
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 14, 2002
Sold by
Hill David E and Hill Virginia S
Bought by
Malanfant Michael and Malanfant Susan B
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$455,000
Interest Rate
4.5%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 24, 2001
Sold by
Neuhaus Albert J and The Albert J Neuhaus Trust
Bought by
Hill David E and Hill Virginia S
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$275,000
Interest Rate
7.15%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 7, 1998
Sold by
Neuhaus Albert J and Neuhaus Lillian C
Bought by
Neuhaus Albert J and Neuhaus Lillian C
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scheinbaum Alan C | $990,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Gilbertson Thomas L | $840,000 | None Available | |
| Baranko Matthew | $456,750 | None Available | |
| Deutsche Bank National Trust Company | -- | Attorney | |
| Malanfant Michael | $569,000 | Chicago Title Insurance Co | |
| Hill David E | $445,000 | -- | |
| Neuhaus Albert J | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Scheinbaum Alan C | $792,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Gilbertson Thomas L | $634,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Gilbertson Thomas L | $634,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Gilbertson Thomas L | $672,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Malanfant Michael L | $1,000,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Malanfant Michael L | $1,000,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Malanfant Michael L | $450,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Malanfant Michael L | $332,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Malanfant Michael | $257,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Malanfant Michael L | $463,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Malanfant Michael L | $229,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Malanfant Michael L | $161,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Malanfant Michael | $455,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Hill David E | $275,000 | |
| Closed | Hill David E | $100,000 | |
| Closed | Malanfant Michael | $112,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/14/2021 09/14/21 | Sold | $990,000 | -10.0% | $304 / Sq Ft |
| 08/09/2021 08/09/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/28/2021 07/28/21 | For Sale | $1,100,000 | +140.8% | $338 / Sq Ft |
| 09/29/2016 09/29/16 | Sold | $456,750 | -8.6% | $140 / Sq Ft |
| 09/08/2016 09/08/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/02/2016 09/02/16 | Price Changed | $499,900 | -6.6% | $154 / Sq Ft |
| 07/20/2016 07/20/16 | Price Changed | $535,000 | -10.8% | $164 / Sq Ft |
| 07/06/2016 07/06/16 | Price Changed | $599,900 | -4.8% | $184 / Sq Ft |
| 06/22/2016 06/22/16 | Price Changed | $629,900 | -5.3% | $194 / Sq Ft |
| 05/18/2016 05/18/16 | Price Changed | $664,900 | -5.0% | $204 / Sq Ft |
| 04/12/2016 04/12/16 | Price Changed | $699,900 | -1.4% | $215 / Sq Ft |
| 02/28/2016 02/28/16 | For Sale | $709,900 | -- | $218 / 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 | $20,746 | $385,557 | $122,572 | $262,985 |
| 2023 | $20,746 | $355,417 | $112,990 | $242,427 |
| 2022 | $19,221 | $341,919 | $108,699 | $233,220 |
| 2021 | $18,688 | $321,103 | $107,761 | $213,342 |
| 2020 | $18,269 | $322,879 | $108,357 | $214,522 |
| 2019 | $17,357 | $316,952 | $106,368 | $210,584 |
| 2018 | $14,485 | $280,373 | $131,201 | $149,172 |
| 2017 | $14,399 | $275,686 | $129,008 | $146,678 |
| 2016 | $13,504 | $262,409 | $122,795 | $139,614 |
| 2015 | $13,317 | $247,089 | $115,626 | $131,463 |
| 2014 | $13,924 | $253,977 | $103,809 | $150,168 |
| 2012 | $13,499 | $256,180 | $104,709 | $151,471 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Helen Larsen
Seller's Agent in 2021
Helen Larsen
Coldwell Banker Realty
(847) 420-0156
45 Total Sales
-
Maxine Goldberg
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Maxine Goldberg
Engel & Voelkers Chicago North Shore
(847) 922-4815
73 Total Sales
-
Melanie Croft
Seller's Agent in 2016
Melanie Croft
Vylla Home
(847) 778-7412
71 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2016
Matthew Baranko
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 11152823
APN: 12-32-304-005
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