
289 S South Shore Ln Lake Forest, IL 60045
Estimated payment $8,545/month
Highlights
- Hot Property
- Second Kitchen
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Deer Path Middle School East Rated A
- Home fronts a pond
- Community Lake
About This Home
New Listing in Sought-After Conway Farms! Stunning, light-filled home with beautiful water views and high-end finishes throughout. A grand 2-story foyer with herringbone hardwood floors welcomes you into the open-concept layout. The great room features soaring ceilings and expansive windows showcasing serene water vistas. Step outside to the extended bluestone patio-perfect for entertaining or relaxing. The elegant formal dining room features tray ceilings, adding architectural interest and charm. The spacious first-floor primary suite includes vaulted ceilings and a large walk-in closet. A cozy office with a fireplace and French doors offers the ideal work-from-home space. The kitchen features a center island, eating area, and connects to a convenient first-floor laundry room. Upstairs, you'll find two generously sized bedrooms and a full bath. The expansive finished lower level includes a 4th bedroom, full bath, family room, and a full second kitchen-perfect for guests, in-laws, or a caretaker suite. Recent updates: new roof completed 2024, newer furnace, A/C, water heaters, and sump pump. Enjoy access to community pool and tennis courts, all in a beautifully landscaped neighborhood with easy access to everything! Buyer pays $4/$1000 Transfer Tax
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $18,460
Year Built
- Built in 1994
Lot Details
- 0.39 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 145x102
- Home fronts a pond
- Cul-De-Sac
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
- Sprinkler System
HOA Fees
- $295 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Driveway
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Shake Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 2,582 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
Kitchen
- Second Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
- Whirlpool Bathtub
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
- Sink Near Laundry
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Sump Pump
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Home Security
- Home Security System
- Intercom
Outdoor Features
- Patio
Schools
- Everett Elementary School
- Deer Path Middle School
- Lake Forest High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 200+ Amp Service
- Lake Michigan Water
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include lawn care, snow removal
- Conway Farms Subdivision
- Community Lake
Recreation
- Tennis Courts
- Community Pool
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 | $18,295 | $313,722 | $84,461 | $229,261 |
2023 | $15,315 | $296,020 | $79,695 | $216,325 |
2022 | $15,315 | $258,658 | $69,636 | $189,022 |
2021 | $14,861 | $255,869 | $68,885 | $186,984 |
2020 | $14,497 | $256,742 | $69,120 | $187,622 |
2019 | $13,992 | $255,795 | $68,865 | $186,930 |
2018 | $13,559 | $265,315 | $74,859 | $190,456 |
2017 | $13,292 | $259,122 | $73,112 | $186,010 |
2016 | $12,829 | $248,130 | $70,011 | $178,119 |
2015 | $12,577 | $232,049 | $65,474 | $166,575 |
2014 | $13,189 | $248,662 | $70,319 | $178,343 |
2012 | $13,047 | $249,160 | $70,460 | $178,700 |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
05/27/2025 05/27/25 | For Sale | $1,199,000 | -- | $464 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Deed | -- | First American Title | |
Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
Deed | $1,035,000 | Chicago Title Insurance Co | |
Warranty Deed | $1,035,000 | None Available | |
Warranty Deed | $649,000 | -- | |
Warranty Deed | -- | Chicago Title Insurance Co | |
Trustee Deed | $578,000 | Chicago Title Insurance Co |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Open | $960,000 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $828,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
Previous Owner | $775,000 | Unknown | |
Previous Owner | $775,000 | Negative Amortization | |
Previous Owner | $475,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Previous Owner | $461,500 | No Value Available |
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Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12374719

APN: 15-01-201-059
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