Sold997d on market
880 Mellody Rd
Lake Forest, IL, 60045 • 60045 • Lake County
$1,220,000
$320/sqft
6Beds
5Baths
3,818Sqft
0.92 acLot
1975Built
Property DNA
Colonial Style
Built 1975 · 51 years of history
Deerpath Farm
60045
Enhanced Security
Security System · Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Outdoor Living
Patio
2 Fireplaces
Wood Burning · Family Room · Living Room
3-Car Garage
Asphalt · Garage Door Opener · On Site · Garage Owned · Attached · Garage
Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
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Listed 997 days ago · 19 views
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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People checking out this listing
997 days on market
Established listing
$320/sqft
Price per square foot
Selling Soon Prediction
ModerateThis home ranks in the top 47% of listings most likely to go under contract soon, based on market activity and demand signals.
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1975
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.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights large fenced-in yard, lush backyard, and large recreation room as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$7,957/month
Principal & Interest$6,330
Property Tax$1,220
Insurance$407
Down payment20% ($244,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.75% rate · 30yr fixed · $976,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1975
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
CoolingCentral Air
Parking3 Attached Garage spaces
Lot0.92 Acres
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleColonial
Year built1975
Stories2
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
CoolingCentral Air
RoofAsphalt
ConstructionBrick
Water / SewerLake Michigan / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingAsphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Garage3 spaces
BasementFinished,Full
Fireplaces2
FencingFenced
Lot0.92 Acres
Location & Tax
Neighborhood60045
Annual tax$21,437
Parcel1231403024
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths4
Features & details
14 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Wet Bar
1st Floor Bedroom
1st Floor Full Bath
Appliances
Double Oven
Microwave
Dishwasher
High End Refrigerator
Washer
Dryer
Disposal
Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Wine Refrigerator
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating
Natural Gas
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Laundry
Main Level
Fireplace
Wood Burning
Family Room
Living Room
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Parking
Asphalt
Garage Door Opener
On Site
Garage Owned
Attached
Garage
Construction
Brick
Patio & Porch
Patio
Lot Features
Common Grounds
Security
Security System
Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Other Equipment
Sump Pump
Sprinkler-Lawn
Backup Sump Pump;
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Second20×14 ft280 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)Bathroom (Full)
Bedroom2
Second17×13 ft221 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom3
Second15×14 ft210 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom4
Second17×12 ft204 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom5
Main13×13 ft169 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom6
Basement12×11 ft132 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market997
Est. value$1,594,700
Est. rent$6,682/mo
Tax rate2.60%
Price/sqft$320
On marketJun 11, 2023
PostedJun 11, 2023
Last sold$1,220,000
MLS statusClosed
MLS updatedJul 20, 2023
Tour days6
Views19
How are the schools in Lake Forest?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Lake Forest, IL, 60045
Price history
15 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Jul 17, 2023Sold$1,220,000$320MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jul 7, 2023Pending Sale$1,199,000$314MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jun 11, 2023Listing Removed——MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jun 1, 2023Contingent$1,199,000$314MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
May 31, 2023Listed For Sale$1,199,000$314MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jan 2, 2019Listing Removed$999,000$262@properties
Jul 10, 2018Price Change$999,000$262@properties
Jul 7, 2018Listed For Sale$1,049,000$275@properties
Jun 22, 2018Pending Sale$1,049,000$275@properties
May 20, 2018Listed For Sale$1,049,000$275@properties
Apr 10, 2003Sold$890,000$233Public Record
Dec 9, 2002Sold$890,000$233Agent Provided
Aug 16, 2002Sold$860,000$225Public Record
Jan 5, 1999Sold$823,000$216Public Record
Aug 1, 1994Sold$800,000$210Public Record
Sold$1,220,000
Jul 17, 2023•$320/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$1,199,000
Jul 7, 2023•$314/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listing Removed—
Jun 11, 2023•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$1,199,000
Jun 1, 2023•$314/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$1,199,000
May 31, 2023•$314/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listing Removed$999,000
Jan 2, 2019•$262/sqft•@properties
Price Change$999,000
Jul 10, 2018•$262/sqft•@properties
Listed For Sale$1,049,000
Jul 7, 2018•$275/sqft•@properties
Pending Sale$1,049,000
Jun 22, 2018•$275/sqft•@properties
Listed For Sale$1,049,000
May 20, 2018•$275/sqft•@properties
Sold$890,000
Apr 10, 2003•$233/sqft•Public Record
Sold$890,000
Dec 9, 2002•$233/sqft•Agent Provided
Sold$860,000
Aug 16, 2002•$225/sqft•Public Record
Sold$823,000
Jan 5, 1999•$216/sqft•Public Record
Sold$800,000
Aug 1, 1994•$210/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
22 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2023$22,425$434,053
Apr 10, 2022$21,437$363,748
Apr 10, 2021$20,844$360,432
Apr 10, 2020$20,376$359,299
Apr 10, 2019$19,359$352,704
Apr 10, 2018$17,538$347,495
Apr 10, 2017$17,538$341,687
Apr 10, 2016$16,585$325,230
Apr 10, 2015$16,373$306,243
Apr 10, 2014$16,185$297,577
Apr 10, 2012$15,869$300,158
Apr 10, 2011$15,486$331,452
Apr 10, 2010$16,210$375,085
Apr 10, 2009$16,246$409,615
Apr 10, 2008$15,973$417,804
Apr 10, 2006$12,473$406,582
Apr 10, 2005$11,592—
Apr 10, 2004$11,734—
Apr 10, 2003$14,219—
Apr 10, 2002$13,463—
Apr 10, 2001$6,443$279,766
Apr 10, 2000$12,678$264,934
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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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