Seller's Agent in 2024
Mona Hellinga
@ Properties
(847) 814-1855
55 in this area
104 Total Sales
920 Mount Vernon Ave Lake Forest, IL 60045
Estimated Value: $1,352,000 - $1,971,000
7
Beds
5.5
Baths
5,405
Sq Ft
$303/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- 1.38 Acre Lot
- Landscaped Professionally
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Cherokee Elementary School Rated A
- Mature Trees
- Deck
About This Home
As of August 2024Impressive quality, custom-built home in Lake Forest's coveted Country Place subdivision. Quality built in 1989 for the current owner, this luxurious home has approximately 5,400 sq ft above grade and 2,500 sq ft in the walk-out finished lower level. There are high ceilings, spacious rooms, curved walls, and tall windows that capture inviting views of the outdoors! The light and bright interior was freshly painted (12/2023). The circular brick-paved driveway leads to a beautiful all brick exterior with concrete tile roof, a 3-car garage, and a sophisticated waterfall feature near the front entry. Inside, the gracious marble foyer provides a warm welcome. Through the foyer, the captivating curved white oak staircase is an architectural gem that leads to all levels. The spacious living room has a fireplace, hardwood flooring, and windows that show beautiful views of the outdoors. The formal dining room has a wet bar and hardwood flooring and also many beautiful windows. The kitchen with island, sunny breakfast room and huge walk-in pantry is near the dining room. The spectacular family room has a two-story vaulted ceiling, brick fireplace and doors that lead to the rear yard. The en suite guest bedroom is conveniently located on the main entry level. Upstairs, there are 5 spacious bedrooms, 3 full baths, a full-size laundry room and a small room with wet bar that can be used as a beverage/coffee station, study room or prayer room. The luxurious primary bedroom suite boasts a vaulted ceiling, balcony, bath with separate shower and tub, private WC, dressing room, walk-in closet, and office/sitting room. This office is ideal as a quiet place to work after hours. Downstairs, the walk-out lower level offers entertainment for all! There is a theater area, bar/kitchenette, dance floor, recreation room, exercise area with mirrored walls, full bath, storage and more! This level opens to the large, wooded rear yard. Outside, the 1.38-acre parcel is professionally landscaped with specimen plantings and mature trees. This one-of-a-kind home offers deluxe living in an exquisite Lake Forest estate setting. Cosmetic updating costs for optional kitchen and bathroom renovations have been considered in the asking price.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #471003447 Listed on: 01/02/2024
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $21,653
Year Built
- Built in 1989
Lot Details
- 1.38 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 377 x 182 x 308 x 177
- Landscaped Professionally
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
- Sprinkler System
- Mature Trees
- Wooded Lot
Parking
- 3 Car Attached Garage
- Heated Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 5,405 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- Central Vacuum
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Skylights
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 4 Fireplaces
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Sitting Room
- Breakfast Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Recreation Room
- Home Gym
- Wood Flooring
- Home Security System
Kitchen
- Double Oven
- Cooktop with Range Hood
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 7 Bedrooms
- 7 Potential Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Bidet
- Dual Sinks
- Whirlpool Bathtub
- Steam Shower
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry on upper level
- Dryer
- Washer
- Sink Near Laundry
Finished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Exterior Basement Entry
- Sump Pump
- Fireplace in Basement
- Recreation or Family Area in Basement
- Finished Basement Bathroom
- Basement Storage
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Deck
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
- Lake Michigan Water
- Gas Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Senior Tax Exemptions
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 2, 2024
Closed on
Aug 15, 2024
Sold by
Dalia Deepak P and Dalia Himani D
Bought by
Chhabria Vishal K and Chhabria Shefali
Seller's Agent
Mona Hellinga
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Jolanta Strzelecki
arhome realty
List Price
$1,497,000
Sold Price
$1,325,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$172,000
-11.49%
Views
231
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$428,160
Avg. Annual Appreciation
15.96%
Original Mortgage
$293,450
Outstanding Balance
$182,434
Interest Rate
7.3%
Estimated Equity
$1,457,396
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chhabria Vishal K | $1,325,000 | Proper Title |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Chhabria Vishal K | $293,450 | |
| Open | Chhabria Vishal K | $766,550 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/16/2024 08/16/24 | Sold | $1,325,000 | 0.0% | $245 / Sq Ft |
| 06/29/2024 06/29/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/29/2024 05/29/24 | Price Changed | $1,325,000 | -8.6% | $245 / Sq Ft |
| 03/07/2024 03/07/24 | Price Changed | $1,449,000 | -3.2% | $268 / Sq Ft |
| 01/02/2024 01/02/24 | For Sale | $1,497,000 | -- | $277 / 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 | $21,653 | $377,171 | $179,373 | $197,798 |
| 2023 | $22,185 | $361,968 | $172,143 | $189,825 |
| 2022 | $22,185 | $380,407 | $181,306 | $199,101 |
| 2021 | $20,962 | $366,763 | $174,803 | $191,960 |
| 2020 | $25,519 | $456,641 | $175,171 | $281,470 |
| 2019 | $24,683 | $455,866 | $174,874 | $280,992 |
| 2018 | $15,408 | $562,254 | $185,352 | $376,902 |
| 2017 | $28,512 | $560,461 | $184,761 | $375,700 |
| 2016 | $27,897 | $539,267 | $177,774 | $361,493 |
| 2015 | $27,491 | $506,687 | $167,034 | $339,653 |
| 2014 | $24,956 | $466,007 | $168,229 | $297,778 |
| 2012 | $24,096 | $461,896 | $166,745 | $295,151 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Mona Hellinga
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Jolanta Strzelecki
J
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Jolanta Strzelecki
arhome realty
(773) 415-4444
1 in this area
6 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 11951079
APN: 16-08-107-023
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