81 Shawford Way Lake Forest, IL 60045
Estimated payment $9,049/month
Total Views
1,149
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,368
Sq Ft
$401
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Popular Property
- In Ground Pool
- French Provincial Architecture
- Cherokee Elementary School Rated A
- Landscaped Professionally
- Recreation Room
About This Home
Comfortably ensconced on 1.36 acres in beautiful Lake Forest, this gracious home presents 5 bedrooms and 3.5 baths. Opening to an inviting marble foyer, it offers 12 well-proportioned rooms, with the 1st floor including a thoughtfully designed kitchen leading to a welcoming family room enhanced by a gas fireplace, as well as a 1st floor office/bedroom. The 2nd floor proffers the primary and three additional bedrooms. The attractive finished lower level provides great respite and entertainment as well as capacious storage. The attached garage and a new second garage present ample housing for 4+ cars. A new roof, new gutters, and new flagstone entryway further enhance curb appeal. Beautiful paver patios surround an inviting pool, encouraging relaxing views of the breathtaking landscaped grounds beyond. A wonderful offering!
Listing Agent
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #471018012 Listed on: 07/16/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $18,850
Year Built
- Built in 1971
Lot Details
- 1.36 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 155 x 383.6 x 362.2 x 90
- Landscaped Professionally
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
- Sprinkler System
Parking
- 4 Car Garage
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- French Provincial Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Asphalt Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 3,368 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Sitting Room
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Recreation Room
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Home Security System
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Double Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Microwave
- High End Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5 Potential Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- In Ground Pool
- Patio
Schools
- Cherokee Elementary School
- Deer Path Middle School
- Lake Forest High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Community Details
- Community Pool
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $18,850 | $351,117 | $192,685 | $158,432 |
| 2023 | $16,391 | $309,141 | $169,649 | $139,492 |
| 2022 | $16,391 | $278,848 | $178,678 | $100,170 |
| 2021 | $15,492 | $268,847 | $172,270 | $96,577 |
| 2020 | $15,091 | $269,413 | $172,633 | $96,780 |
| 2019 | $15,189 | $279,498 | $172,340 | $107,158 |
| 2018 | $14,643 | $286,116 | $182,667 | $103,449 |
| 2017 | $14,508 | $285,203 | $182,084 | $103,119 |
| 2016 | $14,375 | $274,419 | $175,199 | $99,220 |
| 2015 | $14,157 | $257,840 | $164,614 | $93,226 |
| 2014 | $13,215 | $243,556 | $165,790 | $77,766 |
| 2012 | $12,752 | $241,407 | $164,327 | $77,080 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/16/2025 07/16/25 | For Sale | $1,350,000 | -- | $401 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $1,060,000 | St |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | $600,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $950,000 | Fannie Mae Freddie Mac | |
| Previous Owner | $296,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $250,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $240,000 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
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Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12406526
APN: 16-17-201-014
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