Seller's Agent in 2022
Alissa McNicholas
Compass
(847) 530-3098
97 in this area
148 Total Sales
683 Morningside Dr Lake Forest, IL 60045
Estimated Value: $917,000 - $1,072,321
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,500
Sq Ft
$399/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Landscaped Professionally
- Deck
- Cherokee Elementary School Rated A
- Mature Trees
- Property is near park
About This Home
As of April 2022Located in sought-after Whispering Oaks, this brick and cedar 4 bedroom, 2.1 bathroom home has had many updates and renovations over the past few years. A functional floor plan offers the primary bedroom on the main level with a classy renovated bathroom offering a designer style including shiplap walls, marble double vanity, white subway tile shower, and heated floor. Tastefully decorated and perfect for entertaining, the living room is sun-filled, has beautiful beams that add to the character of the home, and flows nicely into the dining room. A large sliding glass door allows you to access the backyard and deck. Enjoy a cozy family room with fireplace built-ins, and wood beams. The white kitchen has plenty of cabinets, wood countertops, white backsplash, and updated appliances including a SubZero refrigerator. Other special features to this home are the first-floor laundry and updated powder room, plantation shutters, and wainscoting. The second floor has 3 large bedrooms all with southern exposure, hardwood floors, TONS of closet space all customized, new bedroom and closet doors, and a renovated hall bathroom. The basement is finished with a large recreation room and ample storage opportunities. Beautifully landscaped 1/2 acre that is just 2 blocks to Ft Sheridan Metra, Starbucks, and the Ft Sheridan lakefront with walking paths. It's the ideal location tucked within a fabulous neighborhood and close to Cherokee Elementary school!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $9,442
Year Built
- Built in 1966
Lot Details
- 0.46 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 119x190x115x163
- Landscaped Professionally
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
- Mature Trees
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Transmitter
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Shake Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 2,500 Sq Ft Home
- 1.5-Story Property
- Built-In Features
- Plantation Shutters
- Panel Doors
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Recreation Room
- Wood Flooring
- Partially Finished Basement
- Partial Basement
- Unfinished Attic
Kitchen
- Range with Range Hood
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Bathroom on Main Level
- Dual Sinks
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
- Sink Near Laundry
Schools
- Cherokee Elementary School
- Deer Path Middle School
- Lake Forest High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 200+ Amp Service
- Lake Michigan Water
Additional Features
- Deck
- Property is near park
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 14, 2014
Sold by
Meyer Lois H
Bought by
Ward Alexander and Ward Shana
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$344,000
Outstanding Balance
$261,216
Interest Rate
4.62%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$737,364
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 23, 2011
Sold by
Meyer Lois H
Bought by
Meyer Lois H and Leroy D Meyer Family Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 1, 1996
Sold by
Meyer Leroy D
Bought by
Meyer Leroy D
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ward Alexander | $430,000 | St | |
| Meyer Lois H | -- | None Available | |
| Meyer Leroy D | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Ward Alexander | $344,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/29/2022 04/29/22 | Sold | $900,000 | +12.6% | $360 / Sq Ft |
| 02/22/2022 02/22/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/16/2022 02/16/22 | For Sale | $799,000 | -- | $320 / Sq Ft |
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 | $13,118 | $253,766 | $117,345 | $136,421 |
| 2023 | $13,118 | $217,444 | $100,549 | $116,895 |
| 2022 | $10,623 | $182,702 | $105,875 | $76,827 |
| 2021 | $10,039 | $176,150 | $102,078 | $74,072 |
| 2020 | $9,777 | $176,521 | $102,293 | $74,228 |
| 2019 | $9,452 | $176,221 | $102,119 | $74,102 |
| 2018 | $8,004 | $159,037 | $107,236 | $51,801 |
| 2017 | $7,924 | $158,530 | $106,894 | $51,636 |
| 2016 | $7,675 | $152,535 | $102,852 | $49,683 |
| 2015 | $7,540 | $214,139 | $96,638 | $117,501 |
| 2014 | $8,722 | $171,859 | $97,329 | $74,530 |
| 2012 | $8,491 | $170,343 | $96,470 | $73,873 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Alissa McNicholas
-
Lori Baker
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2022
Lori Baker
Compass
(847) 863-1791
101 in this area
148 Total Sales
-
Alyson Tesar
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Alyson Tesar
@ Properties
(847) 507-2599
1 in this area
99 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 11324779
APN: 16-09-215-002
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