This fresh and pristine Colonial home situated on nearly an acre in centrally located Lake Forest offers remarkable living space and is in move-in condition. Freshly painted and beautifully appointed, this home has a terrific flow for family and entertaining. The gourmet kitchen is inviting and offers gorgeous cabinetry, granite counters, a large island with seating for 4 people, Thermador appliances, and an eating area that overlooks the lush backyard and patio. Hardwood floors throughout the home and new Andersen windows. The adjacent family room is a great gathering place as it offers ample seating, a wood burning fireplace, a game table area and large custom bar. First floor bedroom with en suite bathroom currently used as the home office. First floor also includes large laundry room, mudroom with custom cabinetry, living room with fireplace and dining room. Primary bedroom is located on second level and is complete with a walk-in closet and primary bath. Three additional generous sized bedrooms share the hall bath. The basement was finished in 2017 and offers much more living space. A large recreation room, a 6th bedroom and full bath, lots of storage, a space for the yoga enthusiast and a 1400 bottle wine cellar! Large fenced-in yard with mature trees, lots of patio space and a 3 car garage. Enjoy the nearby Open Lands, convenient access to downtown Lake Forest, park and beaches, Metra and major highways.
Closed
$1,220,000
880 Mellody Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
6beds
3,818sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1975
0.92 Acres Lot
$1,520,300 Zestimate®
$320/sqft
$7,790 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,520,300
$1.40M - $1.67M
$7,790/mo
Zestimate® history
Loading...
Owner options
Explore your selling options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: July 20, 2023 at 01:03am
Listing courtesy of:
Sondra Douglass 847-309-9095,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with:
Jennifer Karstens
john greene, Realtor
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 11793061
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 280 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X14
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X12
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X13
Bedroom 6
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 228 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X12
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 308 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X14
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Island), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 352 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X16
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Stone)
- Level: Main
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X13
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 299 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X13
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Wet Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Family Room, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 3,818 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.92 Acres
- Dimensions: 158X201X232X213
- Features: Common Grounds
Details
- Parcel number: 12314030240000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Other equipment: Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn, Backup Sump Pump;
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1975
Details
- Builder model: COLONIAL
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Lake Forest
- Subdivision: Deerpath Farm
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/17/2023 | Sold | $1,220,000+1.8%$320/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11793061 Report a problem | ||
| 7/7/2023 | Pending sale | $1,199,000$314/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11793061 Report a problem | ||
| 6/11/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11793061 Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2023 | Contingent | $1,199,000$314/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11793061 Report a problem | ||
| 5/31/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,199,000+20%$314/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11793061 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $22,425 +4.6% | $434,053 +19.3% |
| 2022 | $21,437 +2.8% | $363,748 +0.9% |
| 2021 | $20,844 +2.3% | $360,432 +0.3% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60045
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Deer Path Middle School EastGrades: 5-6Distance: 1 mi
- 9/10Deer Path Middle School WestGrades: 7-8Distance: 1 mi
- 10/10Lake Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.1 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.
Get a cash offer in 3 minutes
Find out how much your home could sell for in as little as 3 minutes with a no-obligation cash offer.
Estimated market value$1,520,300
Get a cash offer in 3 minutes
Find out how much your home could sell for in as little as 3 minutes with a no-obligation cash offer.
Estimated market value
$1,520,300