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$864,000 SOLD Mar 2026
Listed at $799,000

1285 Montgomery Drive, Deerfield, IL 60015

Closed
4 beds 3 baths 1,874 sqft (assessor) Built 1968 Residential MLS #MRD12558937 8 days on market
Listing courtesy of Jaffe Realty Inc. · 847-564-1180 · MLS #MRD12558937 · Status: Closed
A rare opportunity to own a spectacular ranch with sweeping Lake Eleanor views and lake rights. Located in Lake Eleanor Estates, this three-bedroom, three-bath home offers peaceful lakefront living with fishing and boating privileges. Beautiful water views are enjoyed from every rear-facing window, creating a serene backdrop throughout the home. The main living space features an inviting great room with a wood-beamed ceiling and Italian porcelain flooring. Sliding glass doors open to a balcony spanning the full width of the home, making it an ideal setting for morning coffee or evening sunsets overlooking the lake. The primary bedroom features hardwood floors, a walk-in closet, and an ensuite bathroom with a new vanity and quartz countertop. Two additional bedrooms with hardwood floors and a hall bath complete the main level. The walk-out lower level is designed for both relaxation and entertaining, offering a spacious family room with a wood-burning fireplace with gas setup, a recreation room, a full bath, and an office or exercise room. Sliding doors open to a large patio, a sandy beach, and seamless access to the shoreline. Recent improvements include a new roof, new gutters with oversized downspouts, newer zoned A/C units providing independent temperature control, a tankless water heater, sump pumps with backup, and a completely rebuilt shoreline stone retaining wall. Additional updates include a new concrete walkway and stoop, a new front door with sidelights and exterior lighting, new garage door, a fenced dog run with pea gravel, and an invisible dog fence. Custom landscaping with ornamental trees and flowerbeds enhances the thoughtfully designed outdoor spaces, creating effortless indoor-outdoor living and tranquil lake views year-round. Served by award-winning schools, this exceptional home offers a unique blend of natural beauty, recreation, and comfort in a highly desirable setting.

Property details

Interior

Appliances
Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Cooktop, Electric Oven
Interior features
Vaulted Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, In-Law Floorplan, 1st Floor Full Bath, Beamed Ceilings
Flooring
Wood
Fireplaces
1
Fireplace details
Wood Burning, Gas Starter
Basement
Finished, Exterior Entry, Rec/Family Area, Storage Space, Full, Walk-Out Access
Laundry
Sink
Additional rooms
Recreation Room, Great Room, Office, Family Room, Utility Room-Lower Level
Total rooms
11

Building & exterior

Style
Ranch
Age
51-60 Years
Exterior
Brick, Cedar
Exterior features
Balcony, Dog Run
Roof
Asphalt
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Exposure
East

Parking

Garage spaces
2
Total spaces
2
Parking details
Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage

Lot & location

Lot dimensions
80 x 150
Lot description
Landscaped
Township
West Deerfield
County
Lake
Waterfront
Yes

Utilities

Heating
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Lake Michigan
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electricity
Circuit Breakers
Equipment
CO Detectors, Sump Pump, Backup Sump Pump;, Water Heater-Gas

HOA & community

Assessment
$550 / annually
Assessment includes
Other
Community features
Lake, Water Rights, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

Schools

Elementary
Wilmot Elementary School (109)
Junior high
Charles J Caruso Middle School (109)
High school
Deerfield High School (112)

Taxes & terms

Annual taxes
$15,343 (2024)
Parcel number (PIN)
16302050230000
PIN
16302050230000
Ownership
Fee Simple w/ HO Assn.
Possession
Closing
Special conditions
None
Listed
2/3/2026
Sold
3/16/2026
Sold price
$864,000
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