$338,000
SOLD APR 5, 2019

6478 Lake Forest Dr Waterloo, IL 62298

4 Beds
3 Baths
3,632 Sq Ft
2.61 Acres

Recently Sold

$93 Per Sq Ft

1% Above List Price

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Waterfront
  • Open Floorplan
  • Deck
  • Rogers Elementary School Rated A-
  • Fireplace in Kitchen
  • Lake, Pond or Stream

About This Home

As of June 2025

Extra-ordinary views on this beautiful walk-out ranch situated on a scenic, wooded, waterfront lot. Entering this pristine home, the Dining Room has arches and pillars to separate the area. The Living Room has vaulted ceilings and a crafted stone see-thru fireplace which opens to the large, fantastic Kitchen. Kitchen features island and new granite counter tops to accent the maple cabinets. Walk-in pantry and all stainless steel appliances stay. Enjoy peaceful, tranquil mornings sipping coffee on the deck overlooking the scenic lake, which is great for fishing, paddle boating, and kayaking. Vaulted Master Bedroom with new wood floors and Master Bath that has dual vanities and separate shower and tub. 3 BR on main floor. Basement includes large Family Room, Workout Bonus Room, extra Bedroom & Bath, and plumbed for a wet bar. The flooring is a beautiful textured/painted concrete and walk-out leads to a patio overlooking spacious backyard. 3 separate bays on the attached garage.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Stacey LaCroix

Strano & Associates License #475141617 Listed on: 02/21/2019

Last Buyer's Agent

Angela Laskowski

RE/MAX Preferred License #475154305

RE/MAX Preferred

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $0

Year Built

  • Built in 2007

Lot Details

  • 2.61 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 404 x 280
  • Waterfront
  • Wooded Lot

HOA Fees

  • $21 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick or Stone Veneer Front Elevation
  • Tile Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Open Floorplan
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • Six Panel Doors
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room

Kitchen

  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal
  • Fireplace in Kitchen

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms | 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Separate Shower in Primary Bathroom

Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Outdoor Features

  • Lake, Pond or Stream
  • Deck
  • Patio

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Well
  • Propane Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 11-02-366-014-000

Community Details

Recreation

  • Recreational Area

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$0

Year Built

Built in 2007

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$21 per month

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Style: 1 Story
  • Style Description: Ranch
  • Special Description: Owner Occupied
  • Age: 12
  • Ownership: Private
  • Year Built: 2007
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement: Full, Rec/Family Area, Walk-Out
  • Bedroom Types: Main Floor Master
  • Dining Room: Separate Dining
  • Fireplace Location: Kitchen, Living Room
  • Fireplace Type: Gas
  • Interior Amenities: Open Floor Plan, Some Window Treatmnt, Walk-In Closets
  • Kitchen: Center Island, Granite Countertops, Walk-In Pantry
  • Lower Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Lower Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Master Bed.: Double Sink, Tub & Separate Shwr
  • Misc Features: Deck, Patio, Tile/Slate Roof
  • Total Living Area: 3632.00
  • Windows/Doors: 6 Panel Door(s)
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven-Electric, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Bedrooms: 4.00
  • Room Cnt: 12
  • Square Footage: 1912
  • Square Footage Below Grade: 1720
  • Total Full Baths: 3
  • Number Fireplaces: 1

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Brk/Stn Veneer Frnt

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Parking: Attached Garage, Garage Door Opener, Off Street

Utilities

  • Sewer: Aerator
  • Water: Well
  • Water Heater: Propane
  • Cooling: Central-Electric
  • Heating: Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 250
  • Association Fee Frequency: Yearly

Schools

  • School District: Waterloo DIST 5
  • Elementary School: WATERLOO DIST 5
  • Middle School: WATERLOO DIST 5
  • High School: Waterloo

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Pond/Lake, Waterfront Lot, Wooded
  • Lot Dimensions: 404 x 280
  • Lot Sq Ft: 113692
  • Acres: 2.6100

Tax Info

  • Taxes Paid: 5325
  • Taxes Paid Year: 2017
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 11-02-366-014-000

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 15, 2025
Closed on
Jun 6, 2025
Sold by
Derra Sandy and Derra Breanna A
Bought by
Brock Cameron Seth and Brock Shari
Seller's Agent
Jo Woodward
Re/Max Alliance
Buyer's Agent
Monica Schmidt
eXp Realty
List Price
$550,000
Sold Price
$550,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-6.58%
Original Mortgage
$475,000
Outstanding Balance
$474,596
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$72,046

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 8, 2024
Closed on
Jan 17, 2025
Sold by
Feldker William and Feldker Leigh-Anne
Bought by
Derra Sandy and Derra Breanna A
Seller's Agent
Angela Laskowski
RE/MAX Preferred
Buyer's Agent
Jo Woodward
Re/Max Alliance
List Price
$550,000
Sold Price
$537,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$13,000
-2.36%
Views
353

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.86%
Original Mortgage
$337,000
Interest Rate
6.69%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 21, 2022
Closed on
Aug 31, 2022
Sold by
Siegler Daniel J and Siegler Heather A
Bought by
Feldker William and Feldker Leigh-Anne
Seller's Agent
Angela Laskowski
RE/MAX Preferred
Buyer's Agent
Mandy McGuire
Keller Williams Pinnacle
List Price
$447,750
Sold Price
$450,000
Premium/Discount to List
$2,250
0.5%
Views
7

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.71%
Original Mortgage
$360,000
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $550,000 None Listed On Document
Special Warranty Deed $537,000 None Listed On Document
Special Warranty Deed $537,000 None Listed On Document
Special Warranty Deed $450,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $475,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $337,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $360,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $270,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $25,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/20/2025 06/20/25 Sold $550,000 0.0% $141 / Sq Ft
05/15/2025 05/15/25 For Sale $550,000 +2.4% $141 / Sq Ft
01/17/2025 01/17/25 Sold $537,000 -0.5% $138 / Sq Ft
01/17/2025 01/17/25 Pending -- -- --
10/11/2024 10/11/24 Price Changed $539,900 -1.1% $139 / Sq Ft
09/19/2024 09/19/24 Price Changed $546,000 -0.7% $140 / Sq Ft
09/04/2024 09/04/24 For Sale $550,000 +2.4% $141 / Sq Ft
09/04/2024 09/04/24 Off Market $537,000 -- --
08/08/2024 08/08/24 Price Changed $550,000 0.0% $141 / Sq Ft
08/08/2024 08/08/24 For Sale $550,000 +2.4% $141 / Sq Ft
08/07/2024 08/07/24 Off Market $537,000 -- --
08/31/2022 08/31/22 Sold $450,000 +0.5% $124 / Sq Ft
06/21/2022 06/21/22 For Sale $447,750 +32.5% $123 / Sq Ft
04/05/2019 04/05/19 Sold $338,000 +0.9% $93 / Sq Ft
02/24/2019 02/24/19 Pending -- -- --
02/21/2019 02/21/19 For Sale $335,000 -- $92 / Sq Ft
Source: MARIS MLS

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
2023 $0 $122,350 $12,510 $109,840
2022 $6,553 $111,670 $12,510 $99,160
2021 $5,777 $97,630 $12,510 $85,120
2020 $5,902 $97,240 $12,510 $84,730
2019 $5,748 $93,590 $12,510 $81,080
2018 $5,437 $86,490 $12,510 $73,980
2017 $5,325 $88,831 $12,735 $76,096
2016 $0 $80,480 $12,510 $67,970
2015 $4,052 $68,550 $12,510 $56,040
2014 $3,963 $68,550 $12,510 $56,040
2012 -- $67,370 $12,510 $54,860
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MARIS MLS

MLS Number: MIS19010116

MARIS MLS

APN: 11-02-366-014-000