$1,125,000

136 Washington Circle, Lake Forest, IL 60045

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4 beds 1.5 baths 2,623 sqft (assessor) Built 1909 Residential MLS #MRD12748306 1 days on market
Listing courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago · 847-234-2500 · MLS #MRD12748306 · Status: Active
Location, Location, Location! This exceptional vintage treasure is located in very charming EAST LAKE FOREST! Much of the home has been freshly painted and this home beams with character and charm. The entry welcomes you to bright office and sunroom area which is open. The foyer does carry a WOW factor! Enjoy all the pretty vintage features. Custom book cases surround a gorgeous fireplace. You will appreciate the colorful stained glass windows! The formal dining room is located just off a butler's pantry and kitchen. The kitchen hosts a lovely center island and quality appliances. It is conveniently located off the beautiful new deck! All the bedrooms are very spacious. The yard is extra deep and wide which is a jewel in itself. Located between town and the beach with easy access to transportation and shops...this is one very exceptional home! Newer roof and mechanicals!

Property details

Interior

Appliances
Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood
Flooring
Hardwood
Fireplaces
2
Fireplace details
Wood Burning
Basement
Unfinished, Full
Additional rooms
Enclosed Porch Heated, Sun Room, Foyer
Total rooms
8

Building & exterior

Style
Colonial
Age
100+ Years
Exterior
Stucco
Roof
Asphalt
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Windows
Screens
Patio & porch
Deck, Porch
Other structures
Garage(s)
Exposure
East

Parking

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

Lot & location

Lot dimensions
72 X 340
Lot description
Mature Trees
Township
Shields
County
Lake

Utilities

Heating
Radiant, Radiator(s)
Cooling
Small Duct High Velocity
Water
Lake Michigan
Sewer
Public Sewer

HOA & community

Assessment includes
None
Community features
Park, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

Schools

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

Taxes & terms

Annual taxes
$21,225 (2025)
Parcel number (PIN)
12334060150000
PIN
12334060150000
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
Closing
Special conditions
None
Listed
9/8/2026

Rooms

RoomSizeLevelFlooring
Bar/Entertainment7X5MainHardwood
Enclosed Porch Heated29X8MainCarpet
Sun Room12X8SecondCarpet
Foyer13X7MainHardwood
Bedroom 213X13SecondHardwood
Bedroom 313X13SecondHardwood
Bedroom 413X13SecondHardwood
Dining Room15X13MainHardwood
Family RoomN/A
Kitchen19X13MainHardwood
Laundry10X10Basement
Living Room30X13MainHardwood
Master Bedroom14X14SecondHardwood

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Recently sold nearby

AddressBeds / BathsSoldPrice
565 Ryan Place 3 bd / 2.5 ba Aug 2026 $835,000
46 Washington Circle 3 bd / 2.5 ba Jun 2026 $900,000
198 Wildwood Road 4 bd / 2.5 ba Jul 2026 $910,000
19 N June Terrace 3 bd / 2 ba Jun 2026 $803,000

Sold data courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS GRID; properties may be listed or sold by various participants in the MLS.

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