NOT LISTED FOR SALE

45 W Honeysuckle Rd Lake Forest, IL 60045

Estimated Value: $1,455,000 - $1,868,570

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
4,050 Sq Ft
$424/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 15, 2022

Last sale price $1,725,000 $426 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $11,111/month

1 Day on Market

Highlights

  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Double Shower
  • Cherokee Elementary School Rated A
  • Recreation Room
  • Vaulted Ceiling

About This Home

As of September 2022

Stunning, updated modern farmhouse in desirable Onwentsia Gardens! Completely renovated inside and out by the current homeowners, this 4 bedroom, 3 1/2 bath home is perfect for today's buyer w/ comfortable & inviting spaces amid a wonderful open floor plan. Their thoughtful attention to detail and craftsmanship is evident in every finish and amenity. The gourmet kitchen and adjoining butler's pantry both feature custom cabinetry by Thomas McNeil Cabinetry, as well as luxury appliances, countertops & amenities. The large primary bedroom suite is on the 1st floor and features a cozy sitting area w/ fireplace, and a retreat-like bathroom w/ radiant heat flooring & a two-person walk-in shower. A sun-filled octagonal sitting area is the perfect place to enjoy a good book or a glass of wine in the evening. Two dining areas provide space to host your finest dinner parties or serve family or friends casual meals during busy times. Outside, a new, bluestone front porch boasts views of the professionally landscaped grounds, and is a great place to take in the amazing neighborhood. And don't miss the private, outdoor shower! With all new Marvin doors & windows (2019), new roof (2019), new mechanicals including a whole house generator (2019 and later), and brand new driveway (2022), this carefree home is absolutely move-in ready and waiting for new memories to be made! A truly unique opportunity for the most discerning buyer, this amazing home is as close to perfection as you'll find in Lake Forest!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jeffrey Folker

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475154651 Listed on: 08/15/2022

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Debbie Brooks

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475126191

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $19,400

Year Built

  • Built in 1984 | Remodeled in 2019

Lot Details

  • 0.5 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 185 x 161 x 68 x 185
  • Property has an invisible fence for dogs
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Sprinkler System

HOA Fees

  • $63 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage ceiling height seven feet or more
  • Heated Garage
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Roof Vent Fans
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Metal Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation
  • Cedar

Interior Spaces

  • 4,050 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Built-In Features
  • Dry Bar
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Pocket Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Sitting Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Recreation Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Lower Floor Utility Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Range with Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • High End Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Refrigerator
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Potential Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Dual Sinks
  • Double Shower
  • Shower Body Spray
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Sink Near Laundry

Partially Finished Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Sump Pump
  • Recreation or Family Area in Basement
  • Crawl Space
  • Basement Window Egress

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Porch

Schools

  • Cherokee Elementary School
  • Deer Path Middle School
  • Lake Forest High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Humidifier
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Power Generator
  • Multiple Water Heaters

Community Details

  • Onwentsia Gardens Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$19,400

Year Built

Built in 1984 | Remodeled in 2019

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$63 per month

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Subdivision Name: Onwentsia Gardens
  • Year Built: 1984
  • Age: 31-40 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2019
  • New Construction Y/N: No
  • Special Service Area Fee: 29
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Renovated: 2019

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood
  • Basement: Partial
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Gas Starter
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Interior Amenities: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Skylight(s), Bar-Dry, Bar-Wet, Hardwood Floors, First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Laundry, First Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • LivingArea: 4050
  • Other Equipment: Humidifier, Security System, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn, Backup Sump Pump;, Generator, Multiple Water Heaters
  • Room Type: Bonus Room, Eating Area, Foyer, Office, Recreation Room, Sitting Room, Utility Room-Lower Level, Other Room
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: Partially Finished,Crawl,Egress Window,Rec/Family Area
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink,Full Body Spray Shower,Double Shower
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Master Bedroom
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Door Features: Pocket Door(s)
  • Bathroom: Full
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Patio, Porch, Invisible Fence
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • List Price: 1725000
  • Lot Features: Landscaped, Fence-Invisible Pet, Outdoor Lighting
  • Roof: Asphalt, Metal
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Cedar

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Number of Cars: 3
  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s),Heated,7 Foot or more high garage door
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air, Zoned, Power Roof Vents
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Radiant, Zoned
  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Sink
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 750
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Annually

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Other

Schools

  • Elementary School: Cherokee Elementary School
  • High School: Lake Forest High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Deer Path Middle School
  • Middle/Junior School District: 67

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.5
  • Lot Dimensions: 185 X 161 X 68 X 185
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 2
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 19400
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 15, 2022
Closed on
Sep 15, 2022
Sold by
Lamontagne Steven A and Lamontagne Kathryn M
Bought by
Karen Stiefel Revocable Trust
Seller's Agent
Jeffrey Folker
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Debbie Brooks
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$1,725,000
Sold Price
$1,725,000
Views
35
Current Estimated Value
$1,715,393

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$9,607
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.18%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 6, 2018
Closed on
Aug 22, 2018
Sold by
Whalen Thomas J and Whalen Annette M
Bought by
Lamontagne Steven A and Lamontagne Kathryn M
Seller's Agent
Sandy Clifton
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Kim Shortsle
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$998,000
Sold Price
$998,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.39%
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 30, 2017
Sold by
Silvers Jeffrey B and Silvers Lisa M
Bought by
Whalen Thomas I and Whalen Annette M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$788,000
Interest Rate
3.97%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 30, 2007
Sold by
Stillman Loraine H and Loraine H Stillman Trust
Bought by
Silvers Jeffrey B and Silvers Lisa M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$744,000
Interest Rate
6.27%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 8, 2002
Sold by
Stillman Loraine H and Stillman Lawrence A
Bought by
Stillman Loraine H and Loraine H Stillman Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 5, 1996
Sold by
Stillman Lawernce A and Stillman Loraine H
Bought by
Stillman Lawrence A and Stillman Loraine H
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
Karen Stiefel Revocable Trust $1,725,000 Proper Title
Lamontagne Steven A $998,000 Chicago Title Company
Whalen Thomas I $985,000 Fort Dearborn Title
Silvers Jeffrey B $930,000 Fort Dearborn Land Title
Stillman Loraine H -- --
Stillman Lawrence A -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Lamontagne Steven A $500,000
Previous Owner Whalen Thomas I $788,000
Previous Owner Silvers Jeffrey B $744,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
09/15/2022 09/15/22 Sold $1,725,000 0.0% $426 / Sq Ft
08/17/2022 08/17/22 Pending -- -- --
08/15/2022 08/15/22 For Sale $1,725,000 +72.8% $426 / Sq Ft
08/22/2018 08/22/18 Sold $998,000 0.0% $255 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/07/2018 06/07/18 Pending -- -- --
06/06/2018 06/06/18 For Sale $998,000 -- $255 / 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 $23,017 $437,489 $109,351 $328,138
2023 $20,552 $388,754 $97,169 $291,585
2022 $20,552 $361,309 $104,697 $256,612
2021 $19,427 $348,350 $100,942 $247,408
2020 $19,330 $343,301 $101,154 $242,147
2019 $18,682 $342,718 $100,982 $241,736
2018 $16,744 $326,389 $107,032 $219,357
2017 $16,578 $325,348 $106,691 $218,657
2016 $16,069 $313,046 $102,657 $210,389
2015 $15,820 $294,133 $96,455 $197,678
2014 $14,585 $274,858 $97,145 $177,713
2012 $14,087 $272,433 $96,288 $176,145
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11490832

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 16-05-204-026