$450,000
SOLD AUG 31, 2022

6478 Lake Forest Dr Waterloo, IL 62298

4 Beds
3 Baths
3,632 Sq Ft
2.61 Acres

Recently Sold

$124 Per Sq Ft

1% Above List Price

69 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Boat Dock
  • Access To Lake
  • Waterfront
  • Rogers Elementary School Rated A-
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Fireplace in Kitchen

About This Home

As of June 2025

Gorgeous inside & out!! 4 bed/3 bath home on 2.61 acre walkout lakefront lot in Waterloo School District. Enjoy spectacular views of the lake from the 20x14 composite deck with stairs for easy access to yard, which leads to private dock perfect for fishing or just enjoying the natural beauty that surrounds. Oversized 3 car garage. Interior of home is just as captivating as exterior with vaulted ceilings, dining room & lots of recessed lights & double sided gas fireplace between living room & kitchen. Kitchen boasts a stunning 8'x4' granite top island, walk-in pantry, lots of cabinets & access to deck. Stainless appliances included. Main floor laundry includes washer & dryer. Master suite features attached bath complete with shower & separate tub. Finished walkout basement with 9' ceilings, bar, office/playroom, full bath & 4th bedroom. Shed not included. What a view to wake up to every morning - Live like your are on vacation every day!! No showings until OPEN HOUSE Sat 6/25 at 10 AM.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Angela Laskowski

RE/MAX Preferred License #475154305 Listed on: 06/21/2022

RE/MAX Preferred

Last Buyer's Agent

Mandy McGuire

Keller Williams Pinnacle License #475127709

Keller Williams Pinnacle

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $0

Year Built

  • Built in 2007

Lot Details

  • 2.61 Acre Lot
  • Waterfront

HOA Fees

  • $21 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Side or Rear Entrance to Parking
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick or Stone Veneer Front Elevation
  • Poured Concrete
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Ceiling height between 8 to 10 feet
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Water Views

Kitchen

  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Gas 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
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Separate Shower in Primary Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • 9 Foot Basement Ceiling Height
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Access To Lake
  • Lake, Pond or Stream
  • Deck

Schools

  • Waterloo Dist 5 Elementary And Middle School
  • Waterloo High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Well
  • Propane Water Heater
  • Water Softener is Owned

Listing and Financial Details

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

Community Details

Recreation

  • Boat Dock
  • 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: 15
  • Ownership: Owner By Contract
  • Year Built: 2007
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Basement: 9 ft + pour, Bathroom in LL, Full, Partially Finished, Poured Concrete, Rec/Family Area, Walk-Out
  • Bedroom Types: Main Floor Master, Master Bdr. Suite
  • Dining Room: Separate Dining
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room, Kitchen
  • Fireplace Type: Gas
  • Interior Amenities: 9' Ceilings, 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, Full Bath, Tub & Separate Shwr
  • Misc Features: Deck-Composite, Lake Access
  • Total Living Area: 3632.00
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range/Oven-Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Softener
  • Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Bedrooms: 4.00
  • Room Cnt: 14
  • Square Footage: 1912
  • Square Footage Below Grade: 1720
  • Total Full Baths: 3
  • Number Fireplaces: 1

Exterior Features

  • Architecture: Traditional
  • Construction: Brk/Stn Veneer Frnt, Vinyl Siding

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Size: 36x25
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Parking: Attached Garage, Garage Door Opener, Rear/Side Entry

Utilities

  • Sewer: Aerator
  • Water: Well
  • Water Heater: Propane
  • Water Softner: Owned
  • 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
  • Elementary School: WATERLOO DIST 5
  • Junior High School: WATERLOO DIST 5
  • School District: Waterloo DIST 5
  • Senior High School: Waterloo

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Pond/Lake, Water View, Waterfront Lot
  • Lot Sq Ft: 113692
  • Acres: 2.6100

Building Info

  • Buildings: Boat Dock

Tax Info

  • Taxes Paid: 5901
  • Taxes Paid Year: 2020
  • 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: MIS22039776

MARIS MLS

APN: 11-02-366-014-000