$760,000
SOLD NOV 16, 2015

520 Cherokee Rd Lake Forest, IL 60045

4 Beds
4 Baths
3,030 Sq Ft
0.55 Acres

Recently Sold

$251 Per Sq Ft

5% Below List Price

11 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Home Theater
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Recreation Room
  • Cherokee Elementary School Rated A
  • Deck
  • Corner Lot

About This Home

As of August 2022

Spectacular updated home in desirable Whispering Oaks just steps from Cherokee School. Graceful, sweeping staircase welcomes you into the foyer. Neutral & light-filled, this home has a flowing floor plan. Inviting living room opens to gracious dining room. Fabulous updated white kitchen with breakfast bar, ss appliances, marble & stone surfaces. Kitchen also features an eating area, working desk & pantry. Cozy family room with custom built-ins & fireplace with limestone hearth. Lovely master suite includes new designer bath with heated floors & separate vanities. Large bedrooms with customized closets. Finished lower level has a rec room area, half bath, theater & ample storage. The deck & patio overlook the beautifully landscaped fenced backyard. Easy access to train, bike path & parks. This charming home is move-in ready!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Stephanie Klein

@properties Listed on: 08/17/2015

Last Buyer's Agent

Richard Brandel

Exclusive Buyer Brokers LLC License #471000862

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $18,058

Year Built

  • 1965

Lot Details

  • Fenced Yard
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Corner Lot

Parking

  • Attached Garage
  • Garage Is Owned

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Wood Shingle Roof
  • Cedar

Interior Spaces

  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Home Theater
  • Recreation Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Oven or Range
  • <<microwave>>
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$18,058

Year Built

1965

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • General Information: School Bus Service, Commuter Train
  • Age: 41-50 Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Number Interior Fireplaces: 1
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 2.2
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Estimated Year Built: 1965
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1965

Interior Features

  • Number Of Rooms: 10
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 22X15, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: None
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances
  • Fireplace Details: Gas Logs
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Partially Finished
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 4
  • Primary Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 4
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 11X7, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Vinyl, Windows: Shades
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 12X12, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Curtains/Drapes
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 20X12, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: None
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Eating Area-Table Space, Pantry-Closet
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Recreation Room, Theatre Room
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 19X14, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Blinds
  • Additional Room 1 Name: Recreation Rm, Dimensions: 19X19, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: None
  • Additional Room 2 Name: Theater Rm, Dimensions: 19X10, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: None
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 17X12, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Blinds
  • Additional Room 3 Name: Foyer, Dimensions: 14X8, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Slate, Windows: None
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 16X12, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: Blinds
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 16X12, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Blinds
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 3030
  • Dining Room Type: Separate
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 18X14, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Curtains/Drapes

Exterior Features

  • Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick, Cedar
  • Roof Type: Wood Shakes/Shingles
  • Exterior Property Features: Deck, Patio
  • Acreage: 0.55

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 2
  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

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

Schools

  • School District: 115
  • Elementary School: CHEROKEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
  • Middle School: DEER PATH MIDDLE SCHOOL
  • High School: LAKE FOREST HIGH SCHOOL
  • Junior High Dist: 67

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 190'X119'X200'X121'
  • Lot Description: Corner, Fenced Yard, Landscaped Professionally
  • Parcel Identification Number: 16044060360000

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 13864.92

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 5, 2022
Closed on
Aug 9, 2022
Sold by
Pennington and Kate
Bought by
Coletto Anthony Nicholas and Coletto Nicola
Seller's Agent
Elizabeth Wieneke
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Suzanne Myers
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$1,175,000
Sold Price
$1,175,000
Current Estimated Value
$1,262,019

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$87,019
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.90%
Original Mortgage
$940,000
Outstanding Balance
$898,397
Interest Rate
4.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$343,852

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 17, 2015
Closed on
Nov 16, 2015
Sold by
Chuchel Paul B and Chuchel Sheila A
Bought by
Pennington Glen
Seller's Agent
Stephanie Klein
@properties
Buyer's Agent
Richard Brandel
Exclusive Buyer Brokers LLC
List Price
$799,000
Sold Price
$760,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$39,000
-4.88%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.69%
Original Mortgage
$608,000
Interest Rate
3.37%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $1,175,000 Chicago Title
Warranty Deed $760,000 Ct
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $940,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $139,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $608,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $400,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $417,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $350,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $200,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $400,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $400,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $298,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $300,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $382,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/09/2022 08/09/22 Sold $1,175,000 0.0% $388 / Sq Ft
08/05/2022 08/05/22 Pending -- -- --
08/05/2022 08/05/22 For Sale $1,175,000 +54.6% $388 / Sq Ft
11/16/2015 11/16/15 Sold $760,000 -4.9% $251 / Sq Ft
08/28/2015 08/28/15 Pending -- -- --
08/17/2015 08/17/15 For Sale $799,000 -- $264 / 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 $18,058 $345,873 $125,848 $220,025
2023 $15,530 $296,367 $107,835 $188,532
2022 $15,530 $264,410 $113,547 $150,863
2021 $14,677 $254,927 $109,475 $145,452
2020 $14,298 $255,463 $109,705 $145,758
2019 $13,821 $255,030 $109,519 $145,511
2018 $14,094 $275,696 $116,080 $159,616
2017 $13,954 $274,817 $115,710 $159,107
2016 $13,524 $264,426 $111,335 $153,091
2015 $13,312 $248,451 $104,609 $143,842
2014 $13,450 $253,945 $105,357 $148,588
2012 $12,992 $251,705 $104,428 $147,277
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD09013737

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 16-04-406-036