620 W Old Elm Rd Lake Forest, IL 60045
Estimated payment $14,185/month
Highlights
- 2 Acre Lot
- Landscaped Professionally
- Contemporary Architecture
- Cherokee Elementary School Rated A
- Deck
- 2 Fireplaces
About This Home
Experience the pinnacle of contemporary ranch-style living in this stunning Lake Forest home, beautifully situated on a lush two-acre oasis. Spanning over 5,000 square feet, this residence has undergone meticulous remodeling in the past five years, creating an ideal environment for comfortable, single-level living. The master suite offers a generous spa-like bathroom and direct access to a cozy screened porch, conveniently located next to the outdoor hot tub. Perfectly designed for entertaining, the home features a grand two-story living room, a spacious chef's kitchen with an adjoining dining area, and a generous family room with a substantial coffee bar. Each main living area effortlessly transitions to a large entertainer's dream deck that overlooks the expansive backyard. Enjoy amenities like a fire pit, hot tub, built-in grill, and a putting green with designed chipping pads equipped with ball washers. Considering a pool? There's ample space, along with a large first-floor bathroom and entrance perfectly suited for a pool area. The flexible floor plan includes a versatile first-floor bedroom currently used as a gym. Upstairs, three additional bedrooms with modernized bathrooms provide picturesque views of the serene and private grounds. As you approach via the winding driveway, you'll be enchanted by the property's seclusion and expansive open spaces. The oversized garage comfortably accommodates four to five vehicles. Move in with confidence, knowing this home is impeccably maintained and updated. Don't miss the opportunity to make this Lake Forest gem your own!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $27,702
Year Built
- Built in 1979 | Remodeled in 2015
Lot Details
- 2 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 178x538x198x453
- Landscaped Professionally
Parking
- 3 Car Garage
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Asphalt Roof
- Metal Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 5,134 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- 2 Fireplaces
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Partial Basement
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5 Potential Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Gas Dryer Hookup
Accessible Home Design
- Accessibility Features
- Doors are 32 inches wide or more
- More Than Two Accessible Exits
Outdoor Features
- Deck
Schools
- Cherokee Elementary School
- Deer Path Middle School
- Lake Forest High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Zoned Cooling and Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 400 Amp
- Lake Michigan Water
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
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 | $26,878 | $474,011 | $259,395 | $214,616 |
| 2023 | $25,810 | $437,408 | $239,365 | $198,043 |
| 2022 | $25,810 | $435,714 | $236,486 | $199,228 |
| 2021 | $24,403 | $420,087 | $228,004 | $192,083 |
| 2020 | $24,083 | $426,436 | $228,484 | $197,952 |
| 2019 | $23,300 | $425,712 | $228,096 | $197,616 |
| 2018 | $22,275 | $432,206 | $241,764 | $190,442 |
| 2017 | $22,068 | $430,828 | $240,993 | $189,835 |
| 2016 | $21,396 | $414,537 | $231,880 | $182,657 |
| 2015 | $21,056 | $389,493 | $217,871 | $171,622 |
| 2014 | $15,826 | $297,742 | $219,430 | $78,312 |
| 2012 | $15,285 | $295,115 | $217,494 | $77,621 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/19/2025 09/19/25 | For Sale | $2,249,000 | -- | $438 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | -- | National Title Solutions Inc | |
| Warranty Deed | $950,000 | Chicago | |
| Warranty Deed | $496,666 | First American Title |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $50,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Open | $689,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $760,000 | Seller Take Back | |
| Previous Owner | $787,500 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $1,200,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $312,605 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $1,200,000 | Fannie Mae Freddie Mac | |
| Previous Owner | $275,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $1,000,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $400,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $150,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $645,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $596,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12454836
APN: 16-08-102-018
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