Seller's Agent in 2024
Marlene Rubenstein
Baird Warner
(847) 565-6666
7 in this area
438 Total Sales
663 Circle Ln Lake Forest, IL 60045
7
Beds
10
Baths
10,616
Sq Ft
2.43
Acres
Highlights
- Lake Front
- In Ground Pool
- 2.43 Acre Lot
- Cherokee Elementary School Rated A
- Sauna
- Landscaped Professionally
About This Home
As of December 2024Nestled on a sprawling 2.48-acre lakefront property within the historic McCormick/Rockefeller Villa Sul Lago estate, this remarkable residence offers timeless elegance and unparalleled amenities. The meticulously landscaped grounds feature the original, restored tea house, affectionately known as the "Sound of Music" Gazebo, along with a charming pool house that feels like a private retreat, complete with a studio-style great room, renovated kitchen, pool, and Jacuzzi. The main home is a grand, custom-built brick Georgian masterpiece with 7 bedrooms and 7.3 bathrooms. Upon entry, guests are greeted by a breathtaking double bridal staircase and an arched entrance leading into a grand great room, anchored by an elegant paneled office and a newly expanded chef's kitchen and breakfast area-all with stunning eastern views of the estate and lake. Flanking the foyer are formal living and dining rooms connected by a spectacular arched gallery hallway. The second floor boasts an exquisite master suite with a newly remodeled spa-like bathroom, walk-in closet, sauna, expansive glass shower, and a Jacuzzi. Five additional bedroom suites, a convenient laundry room, and a cozy family room complete the upper level. The newly finished walkout English basement is designed for relaxation and entertainment, featuring a spacious family/recreation/exercise room, a card room with a bar and wine cooler, and ample storage. With two double garages (four indoor spaces total), a first-floor guest suite, and breathtaking lake views, this exceptional estate is ready to become your haven for spectacular sunrise views each morning.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Baird & Warner License #471011890 Listed on: 12/03/2024
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $83,001
Year Built
- Built in 1983
Lot Details
- 2.43 Acre Lot
- Lake Front
- Cul-De-Sac
- Fenced Yard
- Landscaped Professionally
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Parking
- 4 Car Attached Garage
- Garage ceiling height seven feet or more
- Heated Garage
- Garage Transmitter
- Garage Door Opener
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Georgian Architecture
- Shake Roof
- Tile Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 10,616 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Bar Fridge
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 7 Fireplaces
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Sitting Room
- Breakfast Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Den
- Library
- Sauna
- Water Views
- Unfinished Attic
Kitchen
- Double Oven
- Range
- Microwave
- High End Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Wine Refrigerator
- Trash Compactor
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Stone
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 7 Bedrooms
- 7 Potential Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Dual Sinks
- Soaking Tub
- Shower Body Spray
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Partially Finished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Partial Basement
- Exterior Basement Entry
- Sump Pump
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Pool
- In Ground Pool
- Spa
Outdoor Features
- Tideland Water Rights
- Balcony
- Brick Porch or Patio
- Shed
Schools
- Cherokee Elementary School
- Deer Path Middle School
- Lake Forest High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Humidifier
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 400 Amp
- Lake Michigan Water
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- Villa Turicum Subdivision
- Community Lake
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 3, 2024
Closed on
Dec 17, 2024
Sold by
Robert J Bobb Revocable Trust and Darlene Bobb Revocable Trust
Bought by
Trust Number 17038 and Parkway Bank And Trust
Seller's Agent
Marlene Rubenstein
Baird & Warner
Buyer's Agent
Bane Simic
Pivot Properties Inc
List Price
$5,999,999
Sold Price
$5,000,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$999,999
-16.67%
Views
18
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$600,291
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.09%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 10, 2020
Closed on
Oct 19, 2020
Sold by
Losacco Eva
Bought by
Bobb Robert J and Bobb Darlene
Seller's Agent
Marlene Rubenstein
Baird & Warner
Buyer's Agent
Marlene Rubenstein
Baird & Warner
List Price
$3,699,000
Sold Price
$3,699,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.51%
Original Mortgage
$2,589,300
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 15, 2018
Sold by
Losacco Eva and Losacco Eva T
Bought by
Losacco Eva
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,435,000
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 26, 2014
Sold by
Losacco Michael
Bought by
Michael L Losacco Irrevocable Family Tr
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 2, 2002
Sold by
Bhutani Neelem
Bought by
Losacco Michael and Losacco Eva
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 26, 2002
Sold by
Bhutani Baldev Raj and Bhutani Neelem
Bought by
Losacco Michael and Losacco Eva
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quit Claim Deed | $5,000,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $5,000,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $3,699,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Fidelity National Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $5,500,000 | Ct | |
| Legal Action Court Order | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $2,589,300 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $1,435,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/17/2024 12/17/24 | Sold | $5,000,000 | -16.7% | $471 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/21/2024 11/21/24 | For Sale | $5,999,999 | +62.2% | $565 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/22/2020 10/22/20 | Sold | $3,699,000 | +1749.5% | $348 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 08/29/2020 08/29/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/01/2020 07/01/20 | Rented | $200,000 | -94.6% | -- | |
| 06/16/2020 06/16/20 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/10/2020 06/10/20 | For Sale | $3,699,000 | 0.0% | $348 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/09/2020 06/09/20 | For Rent | $15,000 | -- | -- |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $122,749 | $2,181,210 | $1,187,698 | $993,512 |
| 2023 | $83,001 | $1,966,117 | $1,070,577 | $895,540 |
| 2022 | $83,001 | $1,385,331 | $1,176,088 | $209,243 |
| 2021 | $78,741 | $1,339,131 | $1,136,866 | $202,265 |
| 2020 | $76,552 | $1,339,131 | $1,136,866 | $202,265 |
| 2019 | $73,774 | $1,332,867 | $1,131,548 | $201,319 |
| 2018 | $78,686 | $1,510,393 | $715,857 | $794,536 |
| 2017 | $77,803 | $1,501,683 | $711,729 | $789,954 |
| 2016 | $74,681 | $1,429,630 | $677,579 | $752,051 |
| 2015 | $72,942 | $1,328,282 | $629,545 | $698,737 |
| 2014 | $88,189 | $1,612,772 | $918,074 | $694,698 |
| 2012 | $84,997 | $1,622,181 | $923,430 | $698,751 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Marlene Rubenstein
-
Laura Kerstein
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2024
Laura Kerstein
Baird Warner
(847) 209-1131
1 in this area
38 Total Sales
-
Bane Simic
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Bane Simic
Pivot Properties Inc
(847) 293-4626
1 in this area
24 Total Sales
-
Dena Fox
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020
Dena Fox
Baird Warner
(847) 899-4666
2 in this area
166 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12203665
APN: 16-03-402-014
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