Step back in time when you enter 196 E. Old Elm Rd. in Lake Forest and just imagine what life was like in this 2 bed 1 bath 1205 sq foot home. Oh, if the walls could talk!! This charming cottage style home allows you the opportunity to bring your ideas to make this house your home. Basement offers additional storage and an area for a workshop if you are handy. Screened-in porch and one level living makes this a real GEM. Located in prestigious Lake Forest the property offers a beautiful back yard complete with 19th hole for the golf enthusiast, 2 car detached garage, large deck, mature trees and great location. Just a few short blocks from Lake Michigan beaches, schools, trails, Moraine Dog Beach and Old Elm Golf Course. Don't let this one slip away. Home is sold AS IS.
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$340,000
196 E Old Elm Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
2beds
1,205sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
0.33 Acres Lot
$380,500 Zestimate®
$282/sqft
$2,990 Estimated rent
Home value
$380,500
$354,000 - $411,000
$2,990/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: May 16, 2024 at 01:10pm
Listing courtesy of:
Jodi Cinq-Mars 847-767-7358,
Keller Williams North Shore West
Bought with:
Jason Sims
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 11980698
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X10
Deck
- Level: Main
- Area: 375 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X15
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X9
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Foyer
- Level: Main
- Area: 32 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X4
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Other)
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X12
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 18 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 3X6
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 190 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X19
Heating
- Steam, Radiant, Baseboard
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Microwave
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
- Basement: Unfinished,Partial
- Attic: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,205 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Size: 0.33 Acres
- Dimensions: 76 X 165 X 74 X 165
Details
- Parcel number: 16091000020000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse,Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Other
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Curbs, Street Lights, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Lake Forest
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/15/2024 | Sold | $340,000-2.8%$282/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11980698 Report a problem | ||
| 4/14/2024 | Contingent | $349,900$290/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11980698 Report a problem | ||
| 4/9/2024 | Price change | $349,900-7.9%$290/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11980698 Report a problem | ||
| 3/29/2024 | Listed for sale | $379,900-2.6%$315/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11980698 Report a problem | ||
| 3/23/2024 | Contingent | $389,900$324/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11980698 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $5,264 +4.7% | $103,958 +4.2% |
| 2022 | $5,026 +5.2% | $99,768 +5.6% |
| 2021 | $4,776 +3.6% | $94,512 +3.5% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60045
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Cherokee Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.6 mi
- 9/10Deer Path Middle School WestGrades: 7-8Distance: 2.1 mi
- 10/10Lake Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Everett 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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