$1,500,000
SOLD JAN 9, 2026

736 Morningside Dr Lake Forest, IL 60045

5 Beds
4 Baths
3,778 Sq Ft
20,038 Sq Ft

Recently Sold

$397 Per Sq Ft

2% Above List Price

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Rooftop Deck
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Cherokee Elementary School Rated A
  • Recreation Room
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of January 2026

Prepare to be impressed by this gorgeous updated and expanded 5-bedroom, 4-bath home in Whispering Oaks that offers almost 3,800 SF of elegant living above grade plus a lovely finished lower level! Features include a fabulous updated kitchen, beautifully renovated baths, rich hardwood and travertine floors, custom millwork, a spacious lower level, and a HUGE, private backyard. This home truly has it all! The gracious foyer includes lovely moldings and an elegant staircase, leading to a light-filled living room with a bay window, fireplace, and gleaming hardwood floors. The living room flows seamlessly into a stylish dining room adorned with a beautiful chandelier and plantation shutters. The chef's kitchen is a dream come true, showcasing a large center island, travertine floors, built-in desk, double sinks, high-end stainless steel appliances, and stunning backyard views through French doors. The adjacent family room features a stone-surround fireplace, custom built-ins, and plenty of room to relax and entertain. Upstairs, you will find an expansive second floor with hardwood floors throughout, 5 spacious bedrooms and 3 beautiful full bathrooms. The primary suite offers a tranquil retreat with its own private balcony, luxuriously updated spa-like bathroom with soaking tub, separate shower, dual vanities, walk-in closet, sitting area, and gorgeous views of the grounds. The lower level provides the perfect getaway, complete with recreation and gaming areas, a workout room/office, and plenty of storage. A spacious mudroom with built-in bench and a separate laundry area conveniently connect to the attached 2.5 car garage. Enjoy the spectacular backyard with a cedar fence for full privacy, professionally landscaped perennial gardens, and beautiful stone patios and walkways-perfect for outdoor living and entertaining. The home also features centralized wiring for network and audio/video, with ceiling and wall speakers in the kitchen and lower level. Wonderful new finishes, newer roof (2019) new electric car charger (2023), new water heater and recirculating pump (10/2021), two new sump pumps, (10/2021) HVAC (2019 for main unit), new washer and dryer (2024) and more! Located close to top-rated schools, the Metra train, beaches, and restaurants, this home combines luxury, comfort, and convenience. You'll be proud to call this house your home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ann Lyon

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475126499 Listed on: 10/24/2025

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Last Buyer's Agent

Andra O'Neill

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475136496

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $17,202

Year Built

  • Built in 1966

Lot Details

  • 0.46 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 98 x 194 x 99 x203
  • Fenced
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot

Parking

  • 2.5 Car Attached Garage
  • Heated Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Shake Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation
  • Cedar

Interior Spaces

  • 3,778 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Bookcases
  • Historic or Period Millwork
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Plantation Shutters
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Mud Room
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Recreation Room
  • Lower Floor Utility Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Range with Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • High End Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Travertine

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Potential Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 4 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Sinks
  • Soaking Tub
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Sink Near Laundry

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Sump Pump

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Outdoor Features

  • Rooftop Deck
  • 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
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Whispering Oaks Subdivision
  • Electric Vehicle Charging Station

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$17,202

Year Built

Built in 1966

Lot Details

0.46 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Subdivision Name: Whispering Oaks
  • Year Built: 1966
  • Age: 51-60 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood, Humidifier
  • Basement: Finished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Gas Starter
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Vaulted Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Special Millwork
  • LivingArea: 3778
  • Other Equipment: TV-Cable, Security System, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Backup Sump Pump;, Water Heater-Gas
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Office, Recreation Room, Mud Room, Eating Area, Utility Room-Lower Level
  • Window Features: Drapes
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink,Soaking Tub
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Carpet

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick, Cedar
  • ExteriorFeatures: Roof Deck
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • OtherStructures: Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Deck
  • Roof: Shake
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.5
  • Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2.5

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Main Level, Electric Dryer Hookup, Sink
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Curbs, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Cherokee Elementary School
  • High School: Lake Forest High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Deer Path Middle School

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.46
  • Lot Dimensions: 98 X 194 X 99 X203
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 2
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 17202
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 10, 2021
Closed on
Aug 6, 2021
Sold by
Henretta David and Henretta Sheila
Bought by
Blasco Thomas S and Yao Han
Seller's Agent
Tracy Wurster
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Kathleen Stone
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
List Price
$1,100,000
Sold Price
$1,175,000
Premium/Discount to List
$75,000
6.82%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.81%
Original Mortgage
$763,750
Interest Rate
2.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 25, 2014
Closed on
Aug 22, 2014
Sold by
Martin James V and Martin Veo N
Bought by
Henretta David S and Henretta Sheila S
Seller's Agent
Katherine Hudson
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Joanne Marzano
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$1,195,000
Sold Price
$1,041,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$154,000
-12.89%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.75%
Original Mortgage
$800,000
Interest Rate
4.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 15, 2002
Sold by
Martin James V and Martin Veo N
Bought by
Martin James V and Martin Veo N
Source: Public Records
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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $1,175,000 Chicago Title
Warranty Deed $1,041,000 Chicago Title Insurance Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $763,750 New Conventional
Previous Owner $800,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
01/09/2026 01/09/26 Sold $1,500,000 +1.7% $397 / Sq Ft
10/28/2025 10/28/25 Pending -- -- --
10/24/2025 10/24/25 For Sale $1,475,000 +25.5% $390 / Sq Ft
08/06/2021 08/06/21 Sold $1,175,000 +6.8% $311 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/15/2021 06/15/21 Pending -- -- --
06/10/2021 06/10/21 For Sale $1,100,000 +5.7% $291 / Sq Ft
08/22/2014 08/22/14 Sold $1,041,000 -12.9% $284 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/15/2014 07/15/14 Pending -- -- --
06/25/2014 06/25/14 For Sale $1,195,000 -- $326 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

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 $15,438 $297,058 $104,874 $192,184
2023 $14,344 $254,540 $89,863 $164,677
2022 $14,344 $244,704 $94,623 $150,081
2021 $13,556 $235,927 $91,229 $144,698
2020 $13,205 $236,424 $91,421 $145,003
2019 $12,764 $236,023 $91,266 $144,757
2018 $13,625 $266,791 $96,734 $170,057
2017 $13,490 $265,940 $96,425 $169,515
2016 $13,074 $255,884 $92,779 $163,105
2015 $12,871 $240,425 $87,174 $153,251
2014 $12,916 $244,098 $87,798 $156,300
2012 $12,477 $241,944 $87,023 $154,921
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12503082

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 16-09-214-015

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