Sold630d on market
26 E Louis Ave
Lake Forest, IL, 60045 • 60045 • Lake County
$838,000
$252/sqft
4Beds
4Baths
3,319Sqft
0.41 acLot
1965Built
Property DNA
Colonial Style
Built 1965 · 61 years of history
H.O. Stone
60045
Outdoor Living
Deck
2 Fireplaces
Wood Burning · Family Room · Master Bedroom
2-Car Garage
Asphalt · Garage Door Opener · On Site · Garage Owned · Attached · Garage
Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
This home is in high demand
Listed 630 days ago · 4 views · Top 5% likely to sell soon
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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630 days on market
Established listing
$252/sqft
Price per square foot
Selling Soon Prediction
Very HighThis home ranks in the top 5% 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 1965
Discover a hidden gem in this spacious 4 bedroom, 3.1 bath, 3,3019 SF home situated on a picturesque corner lot within the highly sought-after Cherokee Elementary School District. A beautifully landscaped yard offers both privacy and relaxation, with a covered deck and firepit area perfect for entertaining or unwinding after a long day. Inside, this sunny home seamlessly blends classic charm, unique architectural features, and versatile living spaces, including a large living room, a family room with a wood-burning fireplace, and access to the covered deck, an eat-in kitchen with white cabinetry and quartz countertops, and a separate formal dining room. Plus there's a first-floor guest bedroom, adjacent full bath, and a dedicated home office. Upstairs, the primary suite is a tranquil retreat, boasting a vintage marble fireplace, large windows overlooking the yard, and an en suite bath with a double vanity, jetted tub, shower, and walk-in closet. Two additional large bedrooms and a hall bath complete the second floor. The lower level includes a large recreation room, laundry room, and plenty of storage. With recent updates such as a NEW roof and a newer HVAC system, this home offers both timeless appeal and peace of mind.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights wood - burning fireplace, vintage marble fireplace, and guest bedroom as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$5,156/month
Principal & Interest$4,038
Property Tax$838
Insurance$279
Down payment20% ($167,600)
3%50%
Est. 6.04% rate · 30yr fixed · $670,400 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1965
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
CoolingCentral Air
Parking2 Attached Garage spaces
Lot0.41 Acres
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleColonial
Year built1965
Stories2
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
CoolingCentral Air
RoofAsphalt
ConstructionBrick, Fiber Cement
Water / SewerLake Michigan / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingAsphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Garage2 spaces
BasementPartially Finished,Full
Fireplaces2
Lot0.41 Acres
Location & Tax
Neighborhood60045
Annual tax$13,157
Parcel1609107005
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths3
Features & details
15 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
1st Floor Bedroom
1st Floor Full Bath
Appliances
Humidifier
Gas Water Heater
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating
Natural Gas
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Laundry
Gas Dryer Hookup
Sink
Fireplace
Wood Burning
Family Room
Master Bedroom
Windows
Screens
Skylight(s)
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Parking
Asphalt
Garage Door Opener
On Site
Garage Owned
Attached
Garage
Construction
Brick
Fiber Cement
Patio & Porch
Deck
Lot Features
Mature Trees
Community
Park
Tennis Court(s)
Curbs
Street Paved
Other Equipment
Sump Pump
Radon Mitigation System
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Second20×16 ft320 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)Bathroom (Full)
Bedroom2
Second21×18 ft378 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)
Bedroom3
Second21×11 ft231 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)
Bedroom4
Main14×12 ft168 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Other
Other
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market630
Est. value$1,096,900
Est. rent$6,042/mo
Tax rate2.60%
Price/sqft$252
On marketMay 13, 2024
PostedMay 13, 2024
Last sold$838,000
MLS statusClosed
MLS updatedJul 22, 2024
Tour days6
Views4
How are the schools in Lake Forest?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Lake Forest, IL, 60045
Price history
9 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Jul 17, 2024Sold$838,000$252MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jul 16, 2024Pending Sale$838,000$252MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
May 17, 2024Contingent$838,000$252MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
May 13, 2024Listed For Sale$838,000$252MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Nov 11, 2017Listing Removed$699,000$211Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Lake Forest
Mar 13, 2017Listed For Sale$699,000$211Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Lake Forest
Oct 21, 2016Listing Removed$769,000$232Griffith Grant & Lackie
Jun 23, 2016Listed For Sale$769,000$232Griffith Grant & Lackie
Aug 25, 2000Sold$420,000$127Public Record
Sold$838,000
Jul 17, 2024•$252/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$838,000
Jul 16, 2024•$252/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$838,000
May 17, 2024•$252/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$838,000
May 13, 2024•$252/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listing Removed$699,000
Nov 11, 2017•$211/sqft•Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Lake Forest
Listed For Sale$699,000
Mar 13, 2017•$211/sqft•Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Lake Forest
Listing Removed$769,000
Oct 21, 2016•$232/sqft•Griffith Grant & Lackie
Listed For Sale$769,000
Jun 23, 2016•$232/sqft•Griffith Grant & Lackie
Sold$420,000
Aug 25, 2000•$127/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
22 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 9, 2023$14,535$250,216
Apr 9, 2022$13,157$240,131
Apr 9, 2021$12,435$224,965
Apr 9, 2020$12,112$217,352
Apr 9, 2019$11,707$216,983
Apr 9, 2018$12,122$240,339
Apr 9, 2017$12,122$239,573
Apr 9, 2016$11,563$230,514
Apr 9, 2015$11,582$216,587
Apr 9, 2014$11,254$213,482
Apr 9, 2012$10,874$211,599
Apr 9, 2011$10,438$227,029
Apr 9, 2010$10,679$250,755
Apr 9, 2009$10,356$265,687
Apr 9, 2008$10,210$271,802
Apr 9, 2006$9,592$264,424
Apr 9, 2005$7,935—
Apr 9, 2004$7,536—
Apr 9, 2003$7,631—
Apr 9, 2002$7,416—
Apr 9, 2001$6,442$143,239
Apr 9, 2000$6,191$134,633
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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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