Once in a lifetime opportunity to own very special home and a piece of Lake Forest history on Cyrus McCormick Jr.'s country estate Walden. Walden was regarded as one of the finest landscaped estates in Lake Forest and many original plantings still existing on the property today. Built in 1942, this fantastic and spacious brick cape cod style "Cottage on Walden" has nearly 3,100 sqft, 4 bedrooms + office, 3.1 bathrooms, hardwood floors, original moldings & doors, and 10' ceilings throughout. Charm abounds from the original built-in cabinetry to the original French doors leading from every room to the private backyard overlooking the ravine and the heated inground pool. Other features include a modern DeGiulio kitchen with professional grade appliances; first floor primary suite with dressing room and spacious ensuite marble bathroom; large, screened patio; upstairs features three bedrooms with charming shared vintage bathroom and separate office or 4th bedroom; two car attached heated garage; all newer mechanicals; Generac generator; and full finished basement with mostly 10' ceiling heights. A very special home, in a very special location, and just steps from the Walden/Bluffs Edge Bridge and Lake Michigan. Hear the Lake Michigan waves crashing against the shore from your own yard. Estate area & extremely private.
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$1,660,000
1057 Walden Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
4beds
3,075sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1942
0.5 Acres Lot
$1,747,600 Zestimate®
$540/sqft
$6,873 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,747,600
$1.61M - $1.90M
$6,873/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: April 21, 2024 at 01:00am
Listing courtesy of:
Pearce Lashmett 312-731-1800,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Bought with:
Amy Davidson
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 11995029
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Main
- Area: 256 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X16
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 294 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X14
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 238 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X14
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X13
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 170 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X10
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 70 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5X14
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Galley, Custom Cabinetry, Granite Counters, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X13
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Porcelain Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X15
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 552 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X23
Office
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X14
Screened porch
- Features: Flooring (Stone)
- Level: Main
- Area: 255 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X17
Walk in closet
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X13
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air, Small Duct High Velocity
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Cooktop, Oven, Range Hood, Humidifier, Multiple Water Heaters
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, High Ceilings, Historic/Period Mlwk, Open Floorplan, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,219
- Total interior livable area: 3,075 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Pool features: In Ground
Lot
- Size: 0.50 Acres
- Dimensions: 204X88X190X182
- Features: Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 16031030160000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Sprinkler-Lawn, Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Shake
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1942
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Lake Forest
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/19/2024 | Sold | $1,660,000+0.6%$540/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11995029 Report a problem | ||
| 3/27/2024 | Contingent | $1,650,000$537/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11995029 Report a problem | ||
| 3/20/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,650,000$537/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11995029 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $12,339 -7.5% | $236,124 +10.9% |
| 2022 | $13,334 +5.6% | $212,839 -8.5% |
| 2021 | $12,629 +2.9% | $232,580 +3.5% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60045
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Deer Path Middle School EastGrades: 5-6Distance: 1.8 mi
- 9/10Deer Path Middle School WestGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.9 mi
- 10/10Lake Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Sheridan Elementary School
- Middle: Deer Path Middle School
- High: Lake Forest High School
- District: 67
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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