$925,000 SOLD Jun 2026
Listed at $925,000

700 S Waukegan Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045

Closed
3 beds 2 baths 2,073 sqft (assessor) Built 1945 Residential MLS #MRD12638631 17 days on market
Listing courtesy of @properties Christie's International Real Estate · 847-432-0700 · MLS #MRD12638631 · Status: Closed
Elegant and charming brick ranch tucked away on a private lane with lovely architectural details and many of today's convenient upgrades. The inviting foyer with it's leaded glass windows leads to a spacious formal living room with handsome crown molding, arched doorways, a stunning wood burning, gas starter fireplace with marble surround and custom stone mantle, recessed lighting, and gorgeous French doors to a brilliant sunroom/dining room. Flooded in natural light, the sunroom features stone flooring, an expansive wall of Andersen floor to ceiling glass sliders (4) and overlooks the gorgeous brick paver patio with romantic pergola and lush backyard. The family room features French doors to the sunroom and to the patio, wainscoting, crown molding, and recessed lighting. Handsome eat-in kitchen w/ 42" cabinets (many with pull-out shelves), all stainless-steel appliances, granite counters, a peninsula for stool seating, a convenient pantry closet and large breakfast table area. Three beautiful bedrooms all feature crown molding and woven roman shades and share two neutral & updated hall bathrooms. The largest bedroom has 3 walls of windows and two closets, one bedroom has it's own cozy WBFP w/ granite surround, wood mantle, and recessed lighting, and the last overlooks the front terrace with pavers & seating wall. The large unfinished basement is bright and has a giant recreation area, laundry, and tremendous storage space. Additional features include hardwood floors & 9' ceilings throughout, all brick construction, dual zoned HVAC (2021), 2.5 car attached garage, giant driveway with paver ribbon and tons of space for guest parking, security system and more. Situated on a generous 1.4 acre parcel there is plenty of room to expand and reimagine. Please note this is an estate sale and the property is being sold "as-is".

Property details

Interior

Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Humidifier
Flooring
Hardwood
Fireplaces
2
Fireplace details
Gas Log, Gas Starter
Basement
Unfinished, Full
Laundry
Sink
Additional rooms
Eating Area, Recreation Room, Foyer, Storage, Terrace
Total rooms
9

Building & exterior

Style
Ranch
Age
81-90 Years
Exterior
Brick
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Windows
Screens
Patio & porch
Patio

Parking

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

Lot & location

Lot dimensions
238 x 218
Lot description
Cul-De-Sac
Township
West Deerfield
County
Lake

Utilities

Heating
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Lake Michigan
Sewer
Septic Tank
Electricity
Circuit Breakers
Equipment
Security System, Sump Pump, Radon Mitigation System, Electronic Air Filters

HOA & community

Assessment includes
None
Community features
Street Paved

Schools

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

Taxes & terms

Annual taxes
$12,878 (2024)
Parcel number (PIN)
16064020080000
PIN
16064020080000
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
Closing
Special conditions
None
Listed
5/18/2026
Sold
6/25/2026
Sold price
$925,000
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