Sold441d on market
973 Valley Rd
Lake Forest, IL, 60045 • 60045 • Lake County
$850,000
$178/sqft
5Beds
4Baths
4,780Sqft
0.47 acLot
1976Built
Property DNA
Waterfront Property
Stream
Colonial Style
Built 1976 · 50 years of history
Outdoor Living
Patio
1 Fireplace
Gas Starter · Family Room
2-Car Garage
Asphalt · Garage Door Opener · On Site · Garage Owned · Attached · Garage
Premium Finishes
Walk-In Closet(s)
Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
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441 days on market
Established listing
$178/sqft
Price per square foot
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1976
Located in the heart of the highly sought-after HO Stone neighborhood, 973 Valley Road offers the perfect combination of tradition, space, and convenience. This beautifully loved home features an expansive primary bedroom suite with a massive walk-in closet and a spa-like bathroom complete with a sauna. Room for everyone with four additional spacious bedrooms located upstairs, perfect for family or guests. Modern open floor plan, the first floor boasts a seamless circular flow with a timeless kitchen, dining room, living room, and family room, ideal for entertaining or everyday living. Serene outdoor space, the backyard is a private oasis with a beautiful patio, mature trees, and a tranquil creek. Direct access to walking trails leading to the park makes it perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. Don't miss this exceptional opportunity to own a home that truly has it all.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights spa-like bathroom, mature trees, and tranquil creek as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$5,230/month
Principal & Interest$4,096
Property Tax$850
Insurance$283
Down payment20% ($170,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.04% rate · 30yr fixed · $680,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1976
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+
CoolingCentral Air
Parking2 Attached Garage spaces
Lot0.47 Acres
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleColonial
Year built1976
Stories2
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+
CoolingCentral Air
RoofAsphalt
ConstructionAluminum Siding, Stone
Water / SewerLake Michigan, Public / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingAsphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Garage2 spaces
BasementUnfinished,Partial
Fireplaces1
Lot0.47 Acres
Location & Tax
Neighborhood60045
Annual tax$13,582
Parcel1609102012
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths3
Features & details
15 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Sauna
Built-in Features
Walk-In Closet(s)
Appliances
Range
Microwave
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Washer
Dryer
Disposal
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating
Natural Gas
Forced Air
Sep Heating Systems - 2+
Cooling
Central Air
Laundry
Upper Level
Sink
Fireplace
Gas Starter
Family Room
Windows
Screens
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Parking
Asphalt
Garage Door Opener
On Site
Garage Owned
Attached
Garage
Construction
Aluminum Siding
Stone
Patio & Porch
Patio
Lot Features
Landscaped
Wooded
Mature Trees
Community
Park
Lake
Sidewalks
Street Lights
Street Paved
Other Structures
None
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Second21×15 ft315 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)Bathroom (Full)
Bedroom2
Second15×15 ft225 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)
Bedroom3
Second16×13 ft208 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)
Bedroom4
Second14×13 ft182 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)
Bedroom5
Second11×11 ft121 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Other
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market441
Est. value$896,400
Est. rent$7,445/mo
Tax rate2.60%
Price/sqft$178
On marketDec 5, 2024
PostedDec 5, 2024
Last sold$850,000
MLS statusClosed
MLS updatedJun 26, 2025
Tour days6
Views10
How are the schools in Lake Forest?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Lake Forest, IL, 60045
Price history
3 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Jan 23, 2025Sold$850,000$178MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Dec 14, 2024Contingent$879,000$184MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Dec 5, 2024Listed For Sale$879,000$184MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$850,000
Jan 23, 2025•$178/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$879,000
Dec 14, 2024•$184/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$879,000
Dec 5, 2024•$184/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Tax history
22 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2023$13,583$255,357
Apr 10, 2022$11,603$232,884
Apr 10, 2021$10,954$204,048
Apr 10, 2020$10,671$197,144
Apr 10, 2019$10,318$196,810
Apr 10, 2018$11,534$233,948
Apr 10, 2017$11,534$233,202
Apr 10, 2016$10,972$224,383
Apr 10, 2015$11,400$210,827
Apr 10, 2014$11,075$215,215
Apr 10, 2012$10,761$213,316
Apr 10, 2011$10,753$237,587
Apr 10, 2010$10,140$242,324
Apr 10, 2009$9,841$256,754
Apr 10, 2008$9,706$262,664
Apr 10, 2006$10,522$255,535
Apr 10, 2005$9,784—
Apr 10, 2004$9,422—
Apr 10, 2003$9,113—
Apr 10, 2002$8,907—
Apr 10, 2001$4,221$186,649
Apr 10, 2000$8,242$175,435
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Neighborhood details
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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