$975,000
SOLD JUL 18, 2025

870 Symphony St Unit A Lake Forest, IL 60045

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,332 Sq Ft
0.33 Acres

Recently Sold

$293 Per Sq Ft

6% Below List Price

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Home Theater
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Property is near a park
  • Deer Path Middle School East Rated A
  • Deck
  • Living Room with Fireplace

About This Home

As of July 2025

Highly motivated, transferring sellers are offering an outstanding value for this stately all-brick Georgian located in the desirable Park Lane neighborhood. Start off with no roof worries! This home has a new composite roof! This bright and sunny home features a thoughtfully designed floor plan, beginning with a spacious foyer and an elegant curved staircase. The first floor boasts 9-foot ceilings and gleaming hardwood floors throughout. The inviting living room includes a gas fireplace, while a private first-floor office offers a quiet retreat. The kitchen opens to a sunny breakfast area and a comfortable family room, complete with a large walk-in pantry, double ovens, and a new cooktop-perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs, you'll find four generously sized bedrooms, including a luxurious primary suite with two walk-in closets and a beautifully updated, spa-inspired bath. The additional family bedrooms share a hall bath with double vanities and a tub/shower combination. The fully finished lower level includes a fifth bedroom with a full bath, a cozy media room with a fireplace, a large recreation room, and plenty of storage space. Additional highlights include a three-car garage (with one tandem bay), a fully fenced backyard with a deck and patio, an in-ground sprinkler system, and convenient first-floor laundry. A new composite roof adds lasting value and peace of mind. Ideally located across from 12 acres of protected Open Lands and near the beloved Elawa Farms, this home also offers quick access to Heinen's, Target, LF/Northwestern hospital, a variety of dining options and Route 41 south for easy commuting. Enjoy all that the community of Lake Forest has to offer, including outstanding schools, recreation and the beautiful beach! Come discover the Park Lane neighborhood, you will love the charming feeling there. See additional info for list of recent improvements.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Nancy Adelman

Compass License #475123518 Listed on: 06/23/2025

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Last Buyer's Agent

Houda Chedid

Compass License #471005938

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $15,796

Year Built

  • Built in 2001

Lot Details

  • 0.33 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 65x197x83x190
  • Sprinkler System

HOA Fees

  • $325 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 3 Car Garage
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 3,332 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Breakfast Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Theater
  • Home Office
  • Recreation Room

Kitchen

  • Double Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 5 Potential Bedrooms
  • Dual Sinks
  • Soaking Tub
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Fireplace in Basement
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Schools

  • Everett Elementary School
  • Deer Path Middle School
  • Lake Forest High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • Property is near a park

Community Details

  • Association fees include insurance, lawn care, snow removal
  • Linda Eckenberg Association, Phone Number (847) 267-1650
  • Property managed by Ekenberg & Ekenberg

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$15,796

Year Built

Built in 2001

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$325 per month

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple w/ HO Assn.
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Colonial
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 2001
  • Age: 21-25 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Cooktop
  • Basement: Finished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Gas Starter
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • LivingArea: 3332
  • Other Equipment: Sprinkler-Lawn
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room, Bedroom 5, Media Room, Recreation Room, Office
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Assessed Sq Ft: 4137
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink,Soaking Tub
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 1
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room,Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Carpet

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • List Price: 975000
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 3

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 975
  • Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
  • Community Features: Park
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Management Company: Ekenberg & Ekenberg
  • Management Contact Name: Linda Eckenberg
  • Management Phone: 847-267-1650X302

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Insurance, Lawn Care, Snow Removal

Schools

  • Elementary School: Everett Elementary School
  • High School: Lake Forest High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Deer Path Middle School
  • Middle/Junior School District: 67

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.33
  • Lot Dimensions: 65X197X83X190
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N
  • Zero Lot Line: No

Rental Info

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

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 15796.48
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 10, 2017
Sold by
Hangos Russell A and Hangos Helene
Bought by
Faber Brandon and Faber Melissa

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$596,000
Interest Rate
4.03%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 9, 2008
Sold by
Zitko Robert R and Zitko Christine G
Bought by
Hangos Russell A and Hangos Helene

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$20,500
Interest Rate
5%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 22, 2001
Sold by
Park Lane Llc
Bought by
Zitko Robert R and Zitko Christine G

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$550,000
Interest Rate
6.62%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $745,000 Chicago Title
Warranty Deed $852,500 First American Title
Warranty Deed $725,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $596,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $682,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $550,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/18/2025 07/18/25 Sold $975,000 0.0% $293 / Sq Ft
06/28/2025 06/28/25 Pending -- -- --
06/25/2025 06/25/25 Price Changed $975,000 -6.3% $293 / Sq Ft
06/23/2025 06/23/25 For Sale $1,040,000 -- $312 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

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
2024 $16,624 $271,899 $74,579 $197,320
2023 $15,447 $271,899 $68,749 $203,150
2022 $15,447 $261,573 $66,138 $195,435
2021 $15,016 $259,317 $65,568 $193,749
2020 $15,585 $276,444 $65,941 $210,503
2019 $14,806 $271,370 $64,731 $206,639
2018 $13,228 $259,479 $70,912 $188,567
2017 $13,005 $255,142 $69,727 $185,415
2016 $12,465 $242,854 $66,369 $176,485
2015 $12,300 $228,676 $62,494 $166,182
2014 $11,555 $214,158 $56,106 $158,052
2012 $11,335 $216,016 $56,593 $159,423
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12400676

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 12-30-207-012