Beautifully updated with high-end amenities, this brick and cedar colonial with front porch, is ideally located on a heavily wooded private lot in the sought after Ponds neighborhood. Built and designed as the original model home in the Ponds, attention to detail and a great floor plan for family living and entertainment was important. The gracious foyer leads you to the dramatic 11 ft. ceiling living room with extensive moldings, gas log fireplace, and abundant windows overlooking the serene yard, designed by Mariani. The first-floor handsome pine-paneled library is ideal for a working office with its double door entry. Enjoy the large family room with coffered ceiling, wood burning fireplace, custom mantel, and sliding doors to a bluestone patio. Adjacent and open to the family room the spacious custom maple cabinet kitchen features a nice eating area with access to a second patio, high-end stainless appliances, and a center island with granite. Hardwood floors throughout including the 2nd floor where you will find 3 spacious family bedrooms, all with walk-in closets and 2 full baths. The primary suite, with his and her custom walk-in closets, offers a gorgeous Waterworks designed bathroom to relax in. Additional living space can be found in the fully finished basement with half bath. Special features include new shake roof (2021), Hardy Plank siding, wide sawn oak floors (2019), garage built-ins and epoxy floor coating, generator, surround sound throughout 1st floor and outside (2020), updated 3 full baths & 2 half baths, upgraded recess lights (2019), 1st floor laundry, and more! Gardeners will appreciate the abundant perennials and meticulous landscaping with underground sprinkler system. Homeowners' association includes fishing ponds and lovely walking trails for a minimal yearly association fee. Buyers will love this great value in today's competitive market!
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$1,149,000
455 Valley Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
4beds
3,722sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1978
0.45 Acres Lot
$1,511,100 Zestimate®
$309/sqft
$7,559 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,511,100
$1.36M - $1.69M
$7,559/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 18, 2023 at 03:57pm
Listing courtesy of:
Patricia Carter 847-234-8000,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with:
Cynthia Sodolski
Compass
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 11832216
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds), Bathroom (Full, Whirlpool & Sep Shwr)
- Level: Second
- Area: 272 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X16
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X13
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X13
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Parquet), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X13
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 300 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X15
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Stone), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 273 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X13
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Stone)
- Level: Main
- Area: 70 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X7
Library
- Features: Flooring (Parquet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X14
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Parquet), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 361 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X19
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Gas Cooktop, Humidifier
- Laundry: Laundry Closet
Features
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Gas Starter, Family Room, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 3,722 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Brick Driveway, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
Lot
- Size: 0.45 Acres
- Dimensions: 163 X 121 X 117 X 93
- Features: Corner Lot, Irregular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 16054040030000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn, Backup Sump Pump;, Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shake
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1978
Details
- Builder model: COLONIAL
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Closed Circuit Camera(s)
Community
- Community features: Park, Tennis Court(s), Lake, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Location
- Region: Lake Forest
- Subdivision: The Ponds
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $875 annually
- Services included: Insurance, Scavenger
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/18/2023 | Sold | $1,149,000$309/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11832216 Report a problem | ||
| 7/31/2023 | Pending sale | $1,149,000$309/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11832216 Report a problem | ||
| 7/17/2023 | Contingent | $1,149,000$309/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11832216 Report a problem | ||
| 7/14/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,149,000+54.2%$309/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11832216 Report a problem | ||
| 8/21/2000 | Sold | $745,000+29.3%$200/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $18,118 -1.7% | $325,189 +9.4% |
| 2022 | $18,424 +5.8% | $297,220 -4.9% |
| 2021 | $17,417 +2.7% | $312,513 +3.5% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60045
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Cherokee Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.7 mi
- 9/10Deer Path Middle School WestGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 10/10Lake Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Cherokee 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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- Illinois
- Lake County
- Lake Forest
- 60045
- 455 Valley Rd