Sold71d on market
246 Park Ave
Lake Forest, IL, 60045 • 60045 • Lake County
$676,000
$454/sqft
3Beds
2Baths
1,490Sqft
0.25 acLot
1952Built
Property DNA
Outdoor Living
Deck
1-Car Garage
Garage Door Opener · Garage Owned · Attached · Garage
Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
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Listed 71 days ago · 83 views
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71 days on market
Established listing
$454/sqft
Price per square foot
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1952
Welcome to this charming Cape Cod in East Lake Forest featuring three spacious bedrooms and two baths. The beautifully updated kitchen is equipped with a high-end Viking stove and hood plus stainless-steel appliances, perfect for any cooking enthusiast. The kitchen opens to a sun-filled dining area and inviting living room with decorative fireplace. The main floor features two sizable bedrooms which can also be used as a den or an office. French doors open to an expansive deck, perfect for entertaining, overlooking a lush yard with ample space for outdoor activities. Upstairs, a cozy loft offers additional flexible space, play room, sleeping area, or office. Plus, a large bedroom with ample closet space and ensuite bathroom. The unfinished lower level showcases additional space for a recreation area, loads of storage and laundry. Situated in a prime location with an attached garage, this home is conveniently close to town, transportation, schools, and the beach, making it and ideal choice for those seeking both comfort and convenience.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights decorative fireplace, cozy loft, and lush yard as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$4,159/month
Principal & Interest$3,258
Property Tax$676
Insurance$225
Down payment20% ($135,200)
3%50%
Est. 6.04% rate · 30yr fixed · $540,800 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1952
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
CoolingCentral Air
Parking1 Attached Garage space
Lot10,798 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
Year built1952
Stories1
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
CoolingCentral Air
RoofAsphalt
ConstructionWood Siding
Water / SewerLake Michigan, Public / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingGarage Door Opener, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Garage1 spaces
BasementUnfinished,Full
Lot10,798 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood60045
Annual tax$8,849
Parcel1228103014
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
9 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
1st Floor Bedroom
Appliances
Range
Microwave
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
High End Refrigerator
Washer
Dryer
Disposal
Range Hood
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating
Natural Gas
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Parking
Garage Door Opener
Garage Owned
Attached
Garage
Construction
Wood Siding
Patio & Porch
Deck
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Second21×25 ft525 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)Bathroom (Full)
Bedroom2
Main11×14 ft154 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom3
Main16×14 ft224 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom4
Other
Other
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market71
Est. value$681,200
Est. rent$3,775/mo
Tax rate2.60%
Price/sqft$454
On marketOct 20, 2025
PostedOct 20, 2025
Last sold$676,000
MLS statusClosed
MLS updatedNov 17, 2025
Tour days6
Views83
How are the schools in Lake Forest?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Lake Forest, IL, 60045
Price history
12 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Jan 27, 2026Sold$676,000$454Public Record
Nov 17, 2025Sold$676,000$454MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Oct 22, 2025Contingent$599,000$402MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Oct 20, 2025Listed For Sale$599,000$402MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jan 22, 2025Listing Removed$4,500$3MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Nov 11, 2024Listed For Rent$4,500$3MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sep 16, 2024Sold$500,000$336Public Record
Jan 8, 2022Listing Removed——Zillow Rental Manager
Jan 3, 2022Listed For Rent$3,000$2Zillow Rental Manager
Aug 17, 2005Sold$445,000$299Public Record
Apr 29, 1997Sold$330,000$221Public Record
Sep 11, 1995Sold$225,000$151Public Record
Sold$676,000
Jan 27, 2026•$454/sqft•Public Record
Sold$676,000
Nov 17, 2025•$454/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$599,000
Oct 22, 2025•$402/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$599,000
Oct 20, 2025•$402/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listing Removed$4,500
Jan 22, 2025•$3/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Rent$4,500
Nov 11, 2024•$3/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$500,000
Sep 16, 2024•$336/sqft•Public Record
Listing Removed—
Jan 8, 2022•Zillow Rental Manager
Listed For Rent$3,000
Jan 3, 2022•$2/sqft•Zillow Rental Manager
Sold$445,000
Aug 17, 2005•$299/sqft•Public Record
Sold$330,000
Apr 29, 1997•$221/sqft•Public Record
Sold$225,000
Sep 11, 1995•$151/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
22 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 9, 2023$7,723$155,978
Apr 9, 2022$7,305$130,714
Apr 9, 2021$7,100$126,984
Apr 9, 2020$6,942$126,585
Apr 9, 2019$6,594$124,261
Apr 9, 2018$6,991$142,470
Apr 9, 2017$6,991$140,088
Apr 9, 2016$6,604$133,341
Apr 9, 2015$6,458$125,557
Apr 9, 2014$6,386$121,018
Apr 9, 2012$6,272$122,068
Apr 9, 2011$6,133$134,795
Apr 9, 2010$5,888$176,237
Apr 9, 2009$7,505$192,461
Apr 9, 2008$7,392$196,309
Apr 9, 2006$5,684$191,036
Apr 9, 2005$5,662—
Apr 9, 2004$6,007—
Apr 9, 2003$6,134—
Apr 9, 2002$6,229—
Apr 9, 2001$5,954$131,306
Apr 9, 2000$5,854$124,345
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Local context around this listing
Lake Forest, IL • Lake County
Nearby cities
AntiochBuffalo GroveGurneeHighland ParkLibertyvilleMundeleinRound Lake BeachVernon Hills
Nearby zip codes
6003760045
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