$2,895,000
SOLD JAN 26, 2026

985 E Illinois Rd Lake Forest, IL 60045

3 Beds
4.5 Baths
3,337 Sq Ft
1.09 Acres

Recently Sold

$868 Per Sq Ft

0 Day on Market

Highlights

  • 1.09 Acre Lot
  • Wolf Appliances
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Sheridan Elementary School Rated A
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of January 2026

An unparalleled opportunity to own an exceptional, newer construction residence nestled within the highly coveted Lake Forest historical district on East Illinois Road. Designed by Goldberg-Szafarz and constructed by The Goebeler Company in 2021, this home demonstrates the epitome of sophisticated, modern luxury. The contemporary style is a work of art where elevated ceiling heights create a sense of spaciousness surrounded by floor-to-ceiling windows fully immersing the interior in the harmony of the picturesque, lush landscape and abundant natural light. Carefully curated details seamlessly blend classic, custom millwork, white oak hardwood flooring, built-in features and motorized window treatments creating a balance of gathering spaces for family and entertaining, with private wings for retreating and relaxing, including a main floor primary bedroom suite where one can unwind in the warmth of gas fireplace and indulge in a spa-like sanctuary created by the primary bathroom with heated floors, a walk-in steam shower, oversized soaking tub, double sinks, a Kohler auto toilet in a private commode, seated vanity area and a separate dressing area in an enormous fully built-out, walk-in closet. The expertly crafted floor plan reflects intentional design and practical functionality at every turn; the centrally located great room with fireplace and dining area opens to a dream-come-true-culinary kitchen fully equipped with custom cabinetry, premium countertops, Subzero, Wolf, and Miele appliances, and a massive center island. An adjacent hallway provides a substantial walk-in pantry, separate laundry room and a generous mudroom with a closet and additional storage cubbies providing an unloading zone and interior access to the heated, three car garage with epoxy coated flooring and two universal EV chargers. Upstairs, a sizable office space with backyard views is flanked on either side by gracious ensuite bedrooms. An additional full bathroom is found in the partially finished basement amongst a workout room and partitioned storage space for an additional family room and potential wine cellar. The exquisite exterior presents a bluestone entry and back patio, new trees and plantings to compliment the mature landscaping, accent tree lighting and an illuminated front walk, expanded areas grassy zones, a fenced in area for privacy and safety, motion sensor lights in the garage and driveway and a security system with cameras and monitoring, complete with leak and freeze detection. Truly the embodiment of a highly detailed, masterfully crafted property.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Dominick Clarizio

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475164242 Listed on: 12/18/2025

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Co-Listed By

Judie Fiandaca

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475167860

Last Buyer's Agent

Lynn Romanek-Holstein

Baird & Warner License #475120505

Baird & Warner

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $45,776

Year Built

  • Built in 2021

Lot Details

  • 1.09 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 151x335x226x217

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Electric Vehicle Home Charger
  • Heated Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 3,337 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Mud Room
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Home Office
  • Home Gym

Kitchen

  • Double Oven
  • Cooktop with Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • High End Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Refrigerator
  • Wolf Appliances
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Soaking Tub
  • Steam Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

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

Schools

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

Utilities

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

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$45,776

Year Built

Built in 2021

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Contemporary
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 2021
  • Age: 1-5 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
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Wine Refrigerator, Cooktop, Range Hood
  • Basement: Partially Finished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • LivingArea: 3337
  • Room Type: Exercise Room, Office, Walk In Closet
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room,Master Bedroom
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Carpet

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Stucco
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 3

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Sheridan Elementary School
  • High School: Lake Forest High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Deer Path Middle School

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.09
  • Lot Dimensions: 151x335x226x217
  • Lot Size: 1.0-1.99 Acres
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

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

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 45775.58
  • Tax Year: 2025

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 13, 2023
Closed on
Jan 24, 2024
Sold by
Boulinakis Paul and Boulinakis Katerina
Bought by
Trust Number 8002393345
Seller's Agent
Nancy Adelman
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Dominick Clarizio
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$2,100,000
Sold Price
$2,322,222
Premium/Discount to List
$222,222
10.58%
Views
6

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.88%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 8, 2019
Closed on
Jun 7, 2019
Sold by
Cohn Martin and Schuster Grace Darling
Bought by
Boulinakis Paul and Boulinakis Katerina
Seller's Agent
Allison Silver
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Nancy Adelman
Compass
List Price
$850,000
Sold Price
$750,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$100,000
-11.76%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
27.58%
Source: Public Records
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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 $2,322,500 Chicago Title
Executors Deed $750,000 Ct
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
01/26/2026 01/26/26 Sold $2,895,000 0.0% $868 / Sq Ft
12/24/2025 12/24/25 Pending -- -- --
12/24/2025 12/24/25 For Sale $2,895,000 +24.7% $868 / Sq Ft
01/24/2024 01/24/24 Sold $2,322,222 +10.6% $696 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
09/19/2023 09/19/23 Pending -- -- --
09/13/2023 09/13/23 For Sale $2,100,000 +180.0% $629 / Sq Ft
06/07/2019 06/07/19 Sold $750,000 -11.8% $362 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/11/2019 05/11/19 Pending -- -- --
04/08/2019 04/08/19 For Sale $850,000 -- $411 / 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 $43,490 $773,459 $271,019 $502,440
2023 $41,460 $699,016 $244,934 $454,082
2022 $41,460 $692,644 $242,701 $449,943
2021 $13,893 $240,608 $240,608 $0
2020 $14,315 $254,649 $241,939 $12,710
2019 $13,324 $249,975 $237,498 $12,477
2018 $13,347 $267,089 $237,175 $29,914
2017 $13,217 $262,624 $233,210 $29,414
2016 $12,562 $391,636 $347,964 $43,672
2015 $19,763 $368,772 $327,650 $41,122
2014 $16,002 $299,236 $294,163 $5,073
2012 $15,756 $301,832 $296,715 $5,117
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12529420

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 12-34-308-005