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  • $1,262,200

    861 Mellody Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045

    5beds
    5,008sqft
    SingleFamily
    Built in 1978
    1.08 Acres Lot
    $1,262,200 Zestimate®
    $252/sqft
    $7,738 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,262,200

    $1.10M - $1.45M

    $7,738/mo

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    What's special

    Fabulous home situated on over an acre in a tranquil neighborhood nestled in the middle of everything! The light filled home boasts over 4400sf of above ground living space and flexible floorplan that flows. Enter into an inviting foyer which leads to a gracious living room w/fireplace. The family room has a wet bar and fireplace which opens to a sunny great room w/vaulted ceilings. The kitchen w/peninsula plus eating area enters to a separate dining room. The first floor has a large bedroom suite: possible master bedroom, in-law or guest suite. A cozy den/office w/built-ins complete the floor. Upstairs welcomes with a bonus room. The sizable master suite has a sitting area plus generous walk-in closet. The additional 3 bedrooms are well sized w/tons of closets. The professionally landscaped yard offers wide open areas for play as well as lush gardens for relaxing or entertaining. Welcome home to this solid brick home in a central LF local: close to town, schools and easy commuting!

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 5
    • Full bathrooms: 4
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Forced air, Gas
    Cooling
    • Central
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
    Features
    • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
    • Basement: Unfinished
    • Attic: Unfinished
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 5,008 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Garage - Attached
    Features
    • Exterior features: Shingle, Wood, Brick
    Lot
    • Size: 1.08 Acres
    Details
    • Parcel number: 1231407005

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    Materials
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • Year built: 1978

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Sewer-Public

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Lake Forest

    Other

    Other facts
    • Air Conditioning: Zoned
    • Appliances: Oven/Built-in, Cooktop, Range Hood
    • 2nd Bedroom Level: 2nd Level
    • Driveway: Asphalt
    • Foundation: Concrete
    • Sewer: Sewer-Public
    • Water: Public, Lake Michigan
    • Listing Type: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Master Bedroom Level: 2nd Level
    • Parking Type: Garage
    • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
    • Addtl Room 1 Level: Main Level
    • Equipment: Ceiling Fan, CO Detectors, Humidifier
    • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Pantry-Closet, Eating Area-Table Space
    • Kitchen Level: Main Level
    • Lot Description: Landscaped Professionally
    • Living Room Level: Main Level
    • 3rd Bedroom Level: 2nd Level
    • Other Information: School Bus Service, Commuter Train
    • Electricity: 200+ Amp Service
    • Addtl Room 2 Level: Main Level
    • Bath Amenities: Separate Shower, Double Sink, Handicap Shower
    • Addtl Room 3 Level: Main Level
    • Family Room Level: Main Level
    • Addtl Room 2 Name: Office
    • Addtl Room 4 Level: 2nd Level
    • 4th Bedroom Level: 2nd Level
    • Addtl Room 1 Name: 5th Bdrm
    • Addtl Room 4 Name: Loft
    • Addtl Room 3 Name: Great Rm
    • Addtl Room 5 Level: 2nd Level
    • Addtl Room 10 Level: Not Applicable
    • Addtl Room 7 Level: Not Applicable
    • Addtl Room 8 Level: Not Applicable
    • Addtl Room 9 Level: Not Applicable
    • Frequency: Not Applicable
    • Status: Pending
    • Addtl Room 6 Level: Main Level
    • Addtl Room 6 Name: Foyer
    • Addtl Room 5 Name: Bonus
    • Square Feet Source: Assessor
    • Master Bedroom Bath (Y/N): Full
    • Addtl Room 1 Window Treatments (Y/N): Blinds
    • Master Bedroom Window Treatments (Y/N): Blinds
    • 2nd Bedroom Window Treatments (Y/N): Blinds
    • 3rd Bedroom Window Treatments (Y/N): Blinds
    • Age: 31-40 Years
    • Area Amenities: Curbs/Gutters, Street Lights, Street Paved
    • 4th Bedroom Window Treatments (Y/N): Blinds
    • Garage On-Site: Yes
    • Interior Property Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Laundry, Bar-Wet
    • Exterior Property Features: Storms/Screens
    • Additional Rooms: 5th Bedroom, Great Room
    • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes
    • Type of House 2: 1.5 Story
    • Laundry Level: Main Level
    • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Bonus, Loft, Office
    • Garage Ownership: Owned
    • Attic: Unfinished
    • Aprox. Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
    • Total Sq Ft: 0
    • Tax Year: 2017
    • Lot Dimensions: 125.11X328.76X153X70X47.64
    • Parcel Identification Number: 12314070050000

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    1/14/2019Sold$645,000-19.3%$129/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10027548 Report a problem
    12/10/2018Pending sale$799,000$160/sqft
    Source: @properties #10027548 Report a problem
    7/23/2018Listed for sale$799,000$160/sqft
    Source: @properties #10027548 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2023$13,464 +4.2%$290,325 +19.3%
    2022$12,917 +2.9%$243,300 +0.9%
    2021$12,556 +2.3%$241,082 +10.1%

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 60045

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Everett Elementary School
    • Middle: DEER PATH MIDDLE SCHOOL
    • High: Lake Forest High School

    Source: The MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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