369 E Illinois Rd Lake Forest, IL 60045
2
Beds
2
Baths
864
Sq Ft
9,518
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- 2.5 Car Detached Garage
- Living Room
- 1-Story Property
- Sheridan Elementary School Rated A
- Laundry Room
- 3-minute walk to Triangle Park
About This Home
As of January 2025Charming East Lake Forest in-town ranch, one block to the train station, with exceptional curb appeal! Vintage charm yet completely updated for today's lifestyle. Beautifully updated Kitchen with SS appliances. The Breakfast Bar opens up to the cozy Living Room with gas fireplace. Master Bedroom with updated bath. Stunning finished basement with large Recreation Room and beautiful second bath with stone walk-in shower and laundry room. Private beautifully landscaped fenced-in yard has a Blue Stone patio with custom gas fire pit. Detached 2.5 car garage with large pull-down attic storage above. Recent improvements include newer Furnace, AC and Appliances. Previously approved for additional square footage- expand or build new! The lot can accommodate up to 2660 square feet per the City of Lake Forest. Would also make a great condo alternative! Top rated schools, walking distance to Market Square which boasts amazing Restaurants, Shops, and the Lake Forest Train Station. Highly sought after East Side in-town location walking distance to Lake Forest Beach. North Shore in-town living at its finest!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475168071 Listed on: 08/15/2024
Last Buyer's Agent
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475174043
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,349
Year Built
- Built in 1933
Lot Details
- 9,518 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 183x60
Parking
- 2.5 Car Detached Garage
- Parking Space is Owned
Home Design
- Frame Construction
Interior Spaces
- 864 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Laundry Room
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Potential Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Schools
- Sheridan Elementary School
- Deer Path Middle School
- Lake Forest High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 15, 2024
Closed on
Jan 3, 2025
Sold by
Smith Gregory J and Smith Janet L
Bought by
Myers Vu
Seller's Agent
Christine Hall
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Heather Fowler
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$579,000
Sold Price
$550,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$29,000
-5.01%
Total Days on Market
117
Views
165
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
$15,708
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.91%
Original Mortgage
$357,750
Outstanding Balance
$357,452
Interest Rate
6.91%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$208,256
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 6, 2022
Closed on
May 19, 2022
Sold by
Knowles Jill M
Bought by
Smith Gregory J and Smith Janet L
Seller's Agent
Christine Hall
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Anshoom Jain
Redfin Corporation
List Price
$595,000
Sold Price
$520,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$75,000
-12.61%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.14%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 12, 1999
Sold by
Towne Timothy J
Bought by
Knowles Jill M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$168,000
Interest Rate
7.91%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone First
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $550,000 | Proper Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $520,000 | Proper Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $240,000 | Stewart Title Company | |
| Warranty Deed | $190,000 | Stewart Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $357,750 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $300,000 | Commercial | |
| Previous Owner | $350,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $133,275 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $202,650 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $40,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $217,500 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $168,000 | Stand Alone First | |
| Closed | $48,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/17/2025 01/17/25 | Sold | $550,000 | -5.0% | $637 / Sq Ft |
| 12/11/2024 12/11/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/17/2024 10/17/24 | For Sale | $579,000 | 0.0% | $670 / Sq Ft |
| 10/03/2024 10/03/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/10/2024 09/10/24 | For Sale | $579,000 | 0.0% | $670 / Sq Ft |
| 08/24/2024 08/24/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/15/2024 08/15/24 | For Sale | $579,000 | +11.3% | $670 / Sq Ft |
| 05/24/2022 05/24/22 | Sold | $520,000 | -5.3% | $602 / Sq Ft |
| 05/07/2022 05/07/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/18/2022 04/18/22 | Price Changed | $549,000 | -7.7% | $635 / Sq Ft |
| 04/06/2022 04/06/22 | For Sale | $595,000 | 0.0% | $689 / Sq Ft |
| 01/07/2021 01/07/21 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/01/2021 01/01/21 | Rented | $3,000 | -7.7% | -- |
| 09/15/2020 09/15/20 | Price Changed | $3,250 | -11.0% | $4 / Sq Ft |
| 08/27/2020 08/27/20 | For Rent | $3,650 | -- | -- |
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 | $7,349 | $127,694 | $79,720 | $47,974 |
| 2023 | $6,232 | $117,712 | $73,488 | $44,224 |
| 2022 | $6,232 | $104,142 | $65,016 | $39,126 |
| 2021 | $6,059 | $103,244 | $64,455 | $38,789 |
| 2020 | $5,923 | $103,815 | $64,811 | $39,004 |
| 2019 | $5,627 | $100,991 | $63,621 | $37,370 |
| 2018 | $6,043 | $115,911 | $84,994 | $30,917 |
| 2017 | $5,942 | $113,973 | $83,573 | $30,400 |
| 2016 | $6,781 | $135,000 | $106,064 | $28,936 |
| 2015 | $6,690 | $127,119 | $99,872 | $27,247 |
| 2014 | $6,195 | $117,568 | $89,665 | $27,903 |
| 2012 | $6,085 | $118,588 | $90,443 | $28,145 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Christine Hall
Seller's Agent in 2025
Christine Hall
@ Properties
(847) 295-0700
45 Total Sales
-
Heather Fowler
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Heather Fowler
@ Properties
(773) 510-2525
92 Total Sales
-
A
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Anshoom Jain
Redfin Corporation
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12138714
APN: 12-33-125-002
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