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Seller's Agent in 2025
Eve Bremen
@ Properties
(847) 373-6091
13 Total Sales
880 N Green Bay Rd Lake Forest, IL 60045
7
Beds
9
Baths
9,743
Sq Ft
3.64
Acres
Highlights
- Tennis Courts
- In Ground Pool
- Center Hall Plan
- Sheridan Elementary School Rated A
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- 3-minute walk to West Park
About This Home
As of April 2025Elegance, Privacy and Historical Architecture combine with Warmth and Character to create a rare offering! Designed by Edwin Hill Clark, the architect known for having designed Indian Hill Country Club, Winnetka and Hinsdale's city halls, Brookfield Zoo and the Lake Forest Library, this Georgian Revival style home was built in 1926, set on 3.25 private acres in a prominent sought after location within walking distance to downtown Lake Forest. A long, private driveway and circular tree-lined courtyard welcomes one to this stately residence. The great front entry hall, complete with a charming separate bar room, features Wall of Troy moldings and a gently curving stairway welcoming one into a home filled with architectural integrity, graciously proportional rooms and many original design features, perfect for scenes in the 1980 Robert Redford "Ordinary People" movie! Decorative arched doorways are carved out throughout the home. The Living and Dining Room feature distinctive floor to ceiling curved bay windows allowing light to flood the rooms. The library features honey toned wood paneling with arched bookshelves, medallion cornice and a carved Georgian mantlepiece surrounding the fireplace. A warm family room, complete with a fireplace is perfect for informal family gatherings. The primary suite is filled with light from the wide bay window and features the same arch motif that's found throughout the home. There are six other bedrooms with baths, a laundry room and workout room on the second level. An unfinished third floor with soaring ceilings offers all kinds of expansion and storage possibilities! The full basement is partially finished with additional entertainment and storage space. The exterior grounds offer tremendous outdoor recreation opportunities with an expansive and raised patio complete with fire pit, a large, screened porch opening to the newly redone pool area, special rose gardens and tennis court. A private, in town estate, offering a unique blend of architectural integrity, elegance and comfort.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #471000963 Listed on: 12/03/2024
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $74,790
Year Built
- Built in 1926
Parking
- 4 Car Garage
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- 9,743 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Bookcases
- Bar
- Historic or Period Millwork
- Paneling
- Double Pane Windows
- Drapes & Rods
- Bay Window
- Center Hall Plan
- Mud Room
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room with Fireplace
- 7 Fireplaces
- Breakfast Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Library with Fireplace
- Screened Porch
- Home Gym
Kitchen
- Double Oven
- Electric Cooktop
- Down Draft Cooktop
- Microwave
- High End Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 7 Bedrooms
- 7 Potential Bedrooms
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry in multiple locations
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Home Security
- Storm Windows
- Storm Doors
Outdoor Features
- In Ground Pool
- Tennis Courts
Schools
- Sheridan Elementary School
- Deer Path Middle School
- Lake Forest High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Steam
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 400 Amp
- Lake Michigan Water
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 3, 2024
Closed on
Apr 25, 2025
Sold by
Claeys Jerome J
Bought by
Trust Number 9002348373 and Chicago Title Land Trust
Seller's Agent
Eve Bremen
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Kelly Dunn Rynes
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
List Price
$5,850,000
Sold Price
$5,000,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$850,000
-14.53%
Total Days on Market
80
Views
172
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-27.50%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $5,000,000 | Chicago Title |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $417,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $150,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $678,000 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/28/2025 04/28/25 | Sold | $5,000,000 | -3.5% | $513 / Sq Ft |
| 02/22/2025 02/22/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/24/2025 01/24/25 | Price Changed | $5,180,000 | -11.5% | $532 / Sq Ft |
| 12/03/2024 12/03/24 | For Sale | $5,850,000 | -- | $600 / 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 | $74,790 | $1,361,133 | $612,804 | $748,329 |
| 2023 | $71,221 | $1,194,982 | $538,000 | $656,982 |
| 2022 | $71,221 | $1,184,089 | $533,096 | $650,993 |
| 2021 | $69,220 | $1,173,876 | $528,498 | $645,378 |
| 2020 | $67,695 | $1,180,368 | $531,421 | $648,947 |
| 2019 | $64,321 | $1,158,700 | $521,666 | $637,034 |
| 2018 | $33,481 | $1,175,700 | $650,622 | $525,078 |
| 2017 | $60,047 | $1,156,047 | $639,746 | $516,301 |
| 2016 | $57,614 | $1,100,368 | $608,934 | $491,434 |
| 2015 | $56,902 | $1,036,128 | $573,384 | $462,744 |
| 2014 | $61,697 | $1,117,667 | $614,999 | $502,668 |
| 2012 | $60,447 | $1,127,362 | $620,334 | $507,028 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Eve Bremen
-
Kelly Dunn Rynes
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Kelly Dunn Rynes
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
(847) 987-6296
99 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12182329
APN: 12-29-403-040
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