700 S Waukegan Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 (MLS # 12638631)

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PRICE $925,000 dsIDX morgage calculator
BEDS 3
BATHS 2
HOME SIZE 2,073 sqft
LOT SIZE 1.40 ac

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".

DAYS ON MARKET -12 LAST UPDATED 5/18/2026
YEAR BUILT 1945 COMMUNITY Lake Forest
GARAGE SPACES 2.5 COUNTY Lake
STATUS Active PROPERTY TYPE(S) Single Family

SCHOOLS
School District Lake Forest High School
Elementary School Everett Elementary School
Jr. High School Deer Path Middle School
High School Lake Forest High School


ADDITIONAL DETAILS
AIR Central Air
AIR CONDITIONING Yes
APPLIANCES Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Humidifier, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer
AREA Lake Forest
BASEMENT Full, Sump Pump, Unfinished, Yes
CONSTRUCTION Brick
FIREPLACE Yes
GARAGE Attached Garage, Yes
HEAT Forced Air, Natural Gas
INTERIOR Entrance Foyer
LOT 1.4 acre(s)
LOT DESCRIPTION Cul-de-sac
LOT DIMENSIONS 238 x 218
PARKING Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Attached, Garage
SEWER Septic Tank
STYLE Ranch
TAXES 12878.38
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