Nestled on an expansive, nearly 1-acre wooded lot, this stunning classic stone-clad home offers the perfect blend of luxury and comfort. With 5 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, including an expansive first-floor primary suite, this home promises ample space and privacy for your family. The main floor boasts an open-concept design, featuring a gourmet kitchen with an eat-at island and a large walk-in pantry that seamlessly flows into the family room, complete with a cozy wood-burning fireplace. Large sliding doors lead directly from the family room to a covered rear porch, making it an ideal space for indoor-outdoor living. Also off of the kitchen is a large private dining room. Practicality meets style with a spacious first-floor laundry room, conveniently located off the mudroom and attached 3-car garage. The first floor also includes a dedicated office space, while the second floor offers a versatile office area that could easily double as a recreation space. The expansive finished basement features a bedroom, full bathroom, recreation area, and abundant storage, offering flexibility and functionality. There's plenty of room to add a pool, making this home a haven for both relaxation and entertainment. The property is conveniently located close to shopping and transportation, ensuring easy access to all your daily needs, and located within the award winning Lake Forest school district. The home is still customizable to suit the specific needs and preferences of its future owner. Don't miss the opportunity to make this dream home your own. PLEASE NOTE, THIS HOME IS NOT YET BUILT. THESE ARE DESIGN RENDERINGS TO SHOW POTENTIAL BUYERS WHAT THE INTENDED END PRODUCT WILL LOOK LIKE. THE DELIVERY TIMEFRAME IS APPROXIMATELY 12 MONTHS FROM CONTRACT SIGNING.
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Price cut: $200K (12/5)
$1,995,000
980 Mellody Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
5beds
6,312sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2025
0.79 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$316/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Cozy wood-burning fireplaceVersatile office areaStunning classic stone-clad homeDedicated office spaceExpansive first-floor primary suiteExpansive finished basementSpacious first-floor laundry room
- 77 days |
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 09, 2025 at 10:07pm
Listing courtesy of:
Cory Green 847-416-0446,
Compass
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12499720
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 5, Office, Foyer, Pantry
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Main
- Area: 360 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X20
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 312 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 26X12
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Bedroom 5
- Level: Main
- Area: 273 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X13
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X18
Foyer
- Level: Main
- Area: 209 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X19
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Island, Pantry-Walk-in)
- Level: Main
- Area: 266 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X14
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 418 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X19
Office
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Pantry
- Level: Main
- Area: 77 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X11
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, In-Law Floorplan, 1st Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Open Floorplan
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,500
- Total interior livable area: 6,312 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 1,500
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Lot
- Size: 0.79 Acres
- Dimensions: 147X136X122X188
- Features: Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 12314040060000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Other
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New Construction
- New construction: Yes
- Year built: 2025
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Street Paved
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Lake Forest
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $316/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $647,396
- Annual tax amount: $13,529
- Date on market: 10/20/2025
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/5/2025 | Price change | $1,995,000-9.1%$316/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12499720 Report a problem | ||
| 10/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,195,000+248.5%$348/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12499720 Report a problem | ||
| 10/18/2025 | Listing removed | $629,900$100/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12482046 Report a problem | ||
| 9/26/2025 | Listed for sale | $629,900+43.2%$100/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12482046 Report a problem | ||
| 9/25/2024 | Sold | $440,000-11.8%$70/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11988645 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $13,086 +7.4% | $234,075 +8.5% |
| 2022 | $12,187 +2.9% | $215,777 +3.9% |
| 2021 | $11,841 +2.3% | $207,583 +0.3% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$12,757/mo
Principal & interest
$7736
Property taxes
$4323
Home insurance
$698
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 60045
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Deer Path Middle School EastGrades: 5-6Distance: 1.2 mi
- 9/10Deer Path Middle School WestGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.1 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.
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