NOT LISTED FOR SALE

960 W James Ct S Lake Forest, IL 60045

Estimated Value: $1,409,000 - $1,925,000

6 Beds
6 Baths
3,635 Sq Ft
$466/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 15, 2020

Last sale price $1,227,375 $338 Per Sq Ft

Est. 45% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $12,028/month

29 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Property is adjacent to nature preserve
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Everett Elementary School Rated A
  • Recreation Room
  • Traditional Architecture

About This Home

As of December 2020

Prepare to fall in love with this meticulous Pennsylvania granite and Nantucket shingle home backing to 35 acres of Lake Forest Open Lands! Once a tree farm, the setting will take your breath away with walking paths and abundant nature! A circular driveway leads to the charming front porch that foretells what is to come. Inside beyond the spacious marble foyer is the living room with a wall of windows overlooking the beautiful private backyard. High ceilings grace the first and second floors. The chef's kitchen with high-end appliances, large island opens to the family room with vaulted ceilings and stone fireplace. There is a separate Sub-Zero refrigerator and freezer, Viking range, Thermador double ovens and an abundance of counter space. The adjacent sunroom is a bonus with flexible space for entertaining and relaxing around its own fireplace. The dining room is stunning with bayed window and convenient butler's pantry. The first floor primary suite is tucked away for privacy and enjoys its own office/sitting room and fireplace. The primary bathroom enjoys two separate vanities, jetted tub and luxurious shower. Upstairs you will find three family bedrooms- all en-suite with private bathrooms & walk-in closets, high ceilings and a second floor laundry room ( one of two laundry rooms) The floor plan is a home run and includes a finished basement with a front and back staircase , two more bedrooms , a full bathroom, storage galore and a fabulous recreation room with bar that is perfect for entertaining in style! There are options for multiple offices & homework rooms with plenty of space to get the job done!. There are 3 HVACs, several bluestone patios, a deep attached three car garage. Located in one of Lake Forest's most desired neighborhoods known for its quiet and serene setting. It's your lucky day so don't delay!Come see your forever home today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Andrew Mrowiec

Compass License #471004617 Listed on: 10/05/2020

Compass

Co-Listed By

Marina Carney

Compass License #475123100

Last Buyer's Agent

Susan Amory Weninger

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475145156

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $27,520

Year Built

  • 1999

Lot Details

  • Property is adjacent to nature preserve
  • Southern Exposure
  • Landscaped Professionally

HOA Fees

  • $63 per month

Parking

  • Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price
  • Garage Is Owned

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Wood Shingle Roof
  • Shake Siding
  • Stone Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Dry Bar
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Mud Room
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Home Office
  • Recreation Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Storage Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Storm Screens

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Double Oven
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • High End Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

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

Eco-Friendly Details

  • North or South Exposure

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Cooling and Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$27,520

Year Built

1999

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$63 per month

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Age: 21-25 Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Number Interior Fireplaces: 4
  • Ownership: Fee Simple w/ HO Assn.
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 5.1
  • Style Of House: Traditional
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Estimated Year Built: 1999
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
  • Total Sq Ft: 2596
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1999

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Bar-Dry, Hardwood Floors, 1st Floor Bedroom, 2nd Floor Laundry, 1st Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Number Of Rooms: 12
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 15X20, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Appliances: Oven-Double, Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Range Hood
  • Fireplace Details: Wood Burning, Gas Logs
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Finished
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 6
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 2
  • Primary Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 4
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 6X10, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Ceramic Tile
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 15X15, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 15X16, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Island
  • Additional Rooms: Office, Recreation Room, Foyer, Mud Room, Storage, Sun/Florida Room, 5th Bedroom, 6th Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 15X22, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Additional Room 1 Name: Office, Dimensions: 12X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Additional Room 2 Name: Recreation Rm, Dimensions: 26X30, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Carpet
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 13X24, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Additional Room 3 Name: Foyer, Dimensions: 11X18, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Marble
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 17X18, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Additional Room 4 Name: Mud, Dimensions: 8X15, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 12X14, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Additional Room 5 Name: Storage, Dimensions: 17X32, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Other
  • Additional Room 6 Name: Sunroom, Dimensions: 11X16, On Level: Main Level
  • Additional Room 7 Name: 5th Bdrm, Dimensions: 11X13, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Carpet
  • Additional Room 8 Name: 6th Bdrm, Dimensions: 11X11, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Carpet
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 3635
  • Basement Sq Ft: 2596
  • Dining Room Type: Separate
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 16X20, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete
  • Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre
  • Exterior Building Type: Shakes, Stone
  • Roof Type: Wood Shakes/Shingles
  • Exterior Property Features: Patio, Porch, Storms/Screens
  • Exposure: N (North), S (South)
  • Acreage: 0.54

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 3
  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 3
  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Parking Included In Price: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Electricity: 200+ Amp Service
  • Air Conditioner: Central Air, Zoned
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Heating Fuel: Gas, Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Fee Frequency: Annual
  • Assessed Sq Ft: 8045
  • Assessment Association Fees: 750
  • Management Contact Name: Mike
  • Management Phone: 847-372-9192

Fee Information

  • Management Company: Self managed

Schools

  • School District: 115
  • Elementary School: Everett Elementary School
  • Middle School: Deer Path Middle School
  • High School: Lake Forest High School
  • Junior High Dist: 67

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 43 X 37X 37X 37X 164X 107X 190
  • Lot Description: Nature Preserve Adjacent, Landscaped Professionally
  • Parcel Identification Number: 16182030330000

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 19772.82

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 5, 2020
Closed on
Dec 15, 2020
Sold by
Mitchell William G and Mitchell Kathleen C
Bought by
Neer Gregory and Neer Catherine M
Seller's Agent
Andrew Mrowiec
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Susan Amory Weninger
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$1,350,000
Sold Price
$1,227,375
Premium/Discount to List
-$122,625
-9.08%
Current Estimated Value
$1,775,350

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$547,975
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.14%
Original Mortgage
$981,900
Interest Rate
2.67%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 28, 2005
Sold by
Tarant William and Tarant Catherine F
Bought by
Mitchell William G and Mitchell Kathleen C

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$740,400
Interest Rate
6%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 22, 2000
Sold by
Weiler Roger A
Bought by
Kleiman Jay H and Kleiman Georgiana M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$322,500
Interest Rate
7.37%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 8, 1998
Sold by
American National Bk & Tr Co Of Chicago
Bought by
Mccarthy Catherine F and Tarant William
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Neer Gregory $1,227,500 Chicago Title
Mitchell William G $1,600,000 First American Title
Kleiman Jay H $430,000 --
Mccarthy Catherine F $295,000 Chicago Title Insurance Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Neer Gregory $981,900
Previous Owner Mitchell William G $250,000
Previous Owner Mitchell William G $417,000
Previous Owner Mitchell William G $199,500
Previous Owner Mitchell William G $417,000
Previous Owner Mitchell William G $250,000
Previous Owner Mitchell William G $395,000
Previous Owner Mitchell William G $740,400
Previous Owner Mitchell William G $359,600
Previous Owner Tarant William $990,000
Previous Owner Tarant William $985,000
Previous Owner Tarant William $990,000
Previous Owner Tarant William $990,000
Previous Owner Tarant William $990,000
Previous Owner Tarant William $990,000
Previous Owner Kleiman Jay H $322,500
Previous Owner Tarant William $990,000
Previous Owner Tarant William $800,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/15/2020 12/15/20 Sold $1,227,375 -9.1% $338 / Sq Ft
11/03/2020 11/03/20 Pending -- -- --
10/05/2020 10/05/20 For Sale $1,350,000 -- $371 / 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 $27,520 $466,750 $111,152 $355,598
2023 $22,210 $447,937 $106,672 $341,265
2022 $22,210 $375,997 $108,316 $267,681
2021 $20,996 $362,511 $104,431 $258,080
2020 $20,451 $363,274 $104,651 $258,623
2019 $19,773 $362,657 $104,473 $258,184
2018 $23,213 $450,703 $110,733 $339,970
2017 $22,987 $449,266 $110,380 $338,886
2016 $23,172 $449,266 $106,206 $343,060
2015 $22,848 $422,124 $99,790 $322,334
2014 $21,309 $387,730 $100,504 $287,226
2012 $19,997 $384,309 $99,617 $284,692
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD10892505

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 16-18-203-033