NOT LISTED FOR SALE

281 Pembroke Dr Lake Forest, IL 60045

Estimated Value: $842,299 - $1,056,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
3,231 Sq Ft
$288/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 05, 2020

Last sale price $608,000 $188 Per Sq Ft

Est. 53% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,835/month

45 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Recreation Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Sheridan Elementary School Rated A
  • Wooded Lot
  • Tudor Architecture

About This Home

As of October 2020

Picturesque home in Lincolnshire all nestled on 1/2-acre wooded lot! Feel the warmth of home as you are welcomed in by remarkable hardwood floors that extend throughout. With a formal living room and dining room you won't have a hard time finding a place to host family or friends. The gourmet Kitchen has a plethora of custom inset white maple cabinets, subway tile backsplash, farmhouse sink, honed granite counters, quality stainless steel appliances featuring Bosch refrigerator, Bosch double oven and Bosch dishwasher. Enjoy lush backyard views while you sip on your morning coffee at the bayed eating area or at the cozy window seat. Family room with dual-sided Fireplace and custom built-ins that provide not only style but storage. Step out the slider and you will find the perfect place to entertain on summer nights, with the brick paver patio and privacy of the tree lined yard. The upstairs includes skylights for a sun-filled master with generous closet space, French doors leading to versatile sitting room that can also be used as a home office or additional master closet. Updated private bath with whirlpool tub, double bowl vanity, Carrera marble flooring, and spa-like shower. 3 additional bedrooms with generous closet space, and updated full bath featuring Carrera marble flooring and double bowl vanity complete the second level. Don't stop there; in the English basement you will find added living space with the expansive rec room and so much storage! Award-winning Stevenson School district! This is a 10+ and is a must see!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Leslie McDonnell

RE/MAX Suburban License #475124525 Listed on: 06/19/2020

RE/MAX Suburban

Last Buyer's Agent

Ali Lerner

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475171604

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $19,619

Year Built | Renovated

  • 1981 | 1984

Lot Details

  • Irregular Lot
  • Wooded Lot

Parking

  • Attached Garage
  • Heated Garage
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Garage Is Owned

Home Design

  • Tudor Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slab Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Wood Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Attached Fireplace Door
  • See Through Fireplace
  • Sitting Room
  • Recreation Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Double Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

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

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Utilities

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

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions
  • $7,043 Seller Concession

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$19,619

Year Built | Renovated

1981 | 1984

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • General Information: School Bus Service, Interstate Access
  • Recent Rehab: Yes
  • Age: 31-40 Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Number Interior Fireplaces: 1
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Rehab Year: 1984
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 2.1
  • Style Of House: Tudor
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Estimated Year Built: 1981
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner, Senior
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1981
  • Year Renovated: 1984

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, 1st Floor Laundry
  • Number Of Rooms: 10
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 25X13, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: None
  • Appliances: Oven-Double, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances
  • Equipment: Humidifier, Security System, Sump Pump
  • Fireplace Details: See through/Multi Sided, Wood Burning, Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room, Living Room
  • Basement: Finished
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 4
  • Primary Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Bathroom Amenities: Whirlpool, Separate Shower, Double Sink
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 4
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 8X7, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: None
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 13X12, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: None
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 20X13, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: None
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Table Space
  • Additional Rooms: Recreation Room, Sitting Room
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 18X15, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: None
  • Additional Room 1 Name: Recreation Rm, Dimensions: 26X21, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: None
  • Additional Room 2 Name: Sitting, Dimensions: 9X6, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: None
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 14X10, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: None
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 15X12, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: None
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 30X14, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: None
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 3231
  • Dining Room Type: Separate
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 22X13, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: None

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete
  • Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick, Frame
  • Roof Type: Wood Shakes/Shingles
  • Exterior Property Features: Deck
  • Acreage: 0.4809

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 2
  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s), Transmitter(s), Heated
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 2
  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Air Conditioner: Central Air
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Heating Fuel: Gas, Forced Air

Schools

  • School District: 125
  • Elementary School: Laura B Sprague School
  • Middle School: Daniel Wright Junior High School
  • High School: Adlai E Stevenson High School
  • Junior High Dist: 103

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 136X194X100X124X38
  • Lot Description: Irregular, Wooded
  • Parcel Identification Number: 15144090120000

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 18200.50

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 19, 2020
Closed on
Sep 18, 2020
Sold by
Briggs Nancy
Bought by
Haas Alexander Willam and Vardas Jessica Florence
Seller's Agent
Leslie McDonnell
RE/MAX Suburban
Buyer's Agent
Ali Lerner
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$639,000
Sold Price
$608,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$31,000
-4.85%
Total Days on Market
45
Current Estimated Value
$930,825

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$322,825
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.85%
Original Mortgage
$408,000
Interest Rate
2.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 31, 2008
Sold by
L Q Needler & Co
Bought by
Briggs Nancy

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 1, 2007
Sold by
Cummings Jenifer S
Bought by
Harris Na and Trust #11-2175

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$637,500
Interest Rate
8.25%
Mortgage Type
Construction

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 13, 2007
Sold by
Harris Na
Bought by
L Q Needler & Co

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$637,500
Interest Rate
8.25%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Haas Alexander Willam $608,000 Euclid Title
Briggs Nancy $725,000 First American Title Ins Co
Harris Na $197,000 Ticor
L Q Needler & Co $525,000 Ticor
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Haas Alexander Willam $408,000
Previous Owner L Q Needler & Co $637,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/05/2020 10/05/20 Sold $608,000 -4.9% $188 / Sq Ft
08/03/2020 08/03/20 Pending -- -- --
06/19/2020 06/19/20 For Sale $639,000 -- $198 / Sq Ft
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 $19,619 $237,874 $78,538 $159,336
2023 $18,034 $220,050 $72,653 $147,397
2022 $18,034 $204,855 $67,636 $137,219
2021 $17,341 $202,646 $66,907 $135,739
2020 $18,752 $229,827 $67,135 $162,692
2019 $18,201 $228,980 $66,888 $162,092
2018 $18,280 $236,231 $72,711 $163,520
2017 $18,015 $230,717 $71,014 $159,703
2016 $17,278 $220,930 $68,002 $152,928
2015 $16,908 $206,612 $63,595 $143,017
2014 $16,051 $191,889 $68,300 $123,589
2012 $15,564 $192,274 $68,437 $123,837
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD10752994

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 15-14-409-012