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$1,167,500 SOLD Sep 2025
Listed at $1,249,000

1137 Griffith Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045

Closed
3 beds (4 possible) 3.5 baths 1,992 sqft (assessor) Built 1947 Residential MLS #MRD12349357 69 days on market
Listing courtesy of Jameson Sotheby's International Realty · 312-751-0300 · MLS #MRD12349357 · Status: Closed
Beautifully Renovated Two-Story Home Perfectly situated in the heart of East Lake Forest, this impeccably renovated two-story residence-completely updated in 2018-offers a harmonious blend of classic sophistication and contemporary comfort. Just steps from the beach, charming downtown, train station, scenic bike paths, and Lake Forest High School, the location is truly without equal. The main level welcomes you with a warm and inviting living room featuring custom built-ins, ideal for displaying cherished decor and housing media with style. This space flows effortlessly into a thoughtfully designed kitchen, which opens to a sun-drenched dining area-perfect for both daily living and entertaining. A private home office, enclosed with stylish sliding barn doors, provides a quiet retreat for work or study. A full bathroom completes the well-appointed first floor. Upstairs, three generously sized bedrooms offer comfort and versatility, including a serene primary suite with a spa-inspired bath boasting a walk-in shower, soaking tub, and double vanities. The finished basement adds even more functional living space with a cozy family room, a well-equipped laundry room with utility sink, a fourth bedroom, and a half bath-ideal for guests, in-laws, or extended family. With its seamless blend of elegant design, thoughtful updates, and premier location, this home embodies the very best of Lake Forest living. Photos being taken May 7.

Property details

Interior

Appliances
Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood, Gas Cooktop, Humidifier
Interior features
1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases
Flooring
Hardwood
Basement
Finished, Full
Laundry
Sink
Additional rooms
Office
Total rooms
9

Building & exterior

Age
71-80 Years
Exterior
Cedar, Fiber Cement
Roof
Asphalt
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter

Parking

Garage spaces
2
Total spaces
2
Parking details
Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage

Lot & location

Lot dimensions
60X136X40X131
Township
Shields
County
Lake

Utilities

Heating
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Lake Michigan
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electricity
200+ Amp Service
Equipment
Sump Pump, Backup Sump Pump;

HOA & community

Assessment includes
None

Schools

Elementary
Sheridan Elementary School (67)
Junior high
Deer Path Middle School (67)
High school
Lake Forest High School (115)

Taxes & terms

Annual taxes
$10,682 (2023)
Parcel number (PIN)
12283060030000
PIN
12283060030000
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
Closing
Special conditions
List Broker Must Accompany
Listed
5/5/2025
Sold
9/5/2025
Sold price
$1,167,500
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