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Property Description
A rare opportunity tucked away on coveted Farm Road, this beautifully updated home sits on a generous .73-acre fully fenced lot, offering exceptional privacy and expansive outdoor space. The heart of the home is the stunning eat-in kitchen, featuring custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, premium Thermador and SubZero appliances, and upgraded lighting throughout. Open to the family room with vaulted ceiling and new sliding patio doors, the layout is ideal for both everyday living and entertaining, with seamless indoor-outdoor flow and picturesque views of the lush yard and spacious patio with new built in gas fire pit. The primary suite is highlighted by a gorgeous spa-like bathroom with a walk-in shower, bench seating, custom wood cabinetry, and high-quality fixtures. A first-floor office provides excellent flexibility and may easily function as a fifth bedroom. The finished basement adds valuable living space and includes a dedicated exercise room. Truly move-in ready, this home is ideally located with convenient access to the West Lake Forest Metra Station, along with nearby shopping and dining. The neighborhood is served by Everett Elementary School and Lake Forest High School, completing this exceptional offering in the heart of Lake Forest.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1831 Farm Rd
General
- Sold For: $1,255,000
- Taxes: $16,054 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12552560
- Added to Site: 52 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), 1st-Floor Bedroom, Built-in Features, High Ceilings, Separate Dining Room, Pantry, Quartz Counters
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Gas Log, Gas Starter
- Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High-End Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Cooktop, Oven, Gas Cooktop, Electric Oven
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom Features: Separate Shower, Double Sink
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
Additional Information
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Train
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Fire Pit
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Owned, Garage
Location
- Area: Lake Forest
- County: Lake
- Driving Directions: Home is located on the South side of Farm
School Information
- School District: 67
- Midd School District: 67
- Elementary School: Everett Elementary School
- Middle School: Deer Path Middle School
- High School: Lake Forest High School
- Private School: Lake Forest High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Construction: Aluminum Siding, Brick
- Exterior Const.: Aluminum Siding, Brick
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Crawl Space, Full
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Windows: Skylight(s), Bay Window(s), Insulated Windows, Window Treatments
- Doors: Sliding Doors, Lever Style Door Handles, Sliding Glass Door(s)
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 3,050
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Year Built: 1961
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.79
- Lot Size Range: .50 to .99 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 125 x 268 x 125 x 265
- Fence: Yes
- Fencing (Description): Fenced, Wood
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1961
- Tax Amount: $16,054
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Property ID: 15122050050000
Listed by @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Sold by @properties Christie's International Real Estate
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Schools
Schools serving 1831 Farm Rd
School Districts:Lake Forest School District 67, Lake Forest Community High School District 115
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Everett Elementary School, Lake Forest, IL 1111 Everett School Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 | K-4 | 0.9 mi |
Deer Path Middle School West 155 West Deerpath Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 | 7-8 | 2.9 mi |
Lake Forest High School 1285 North McKinley Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 | 9-12 | 4.2 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1831 Farm Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/20/2026
Sold
$1,255,000
0.48%
MLS
1/30/2026
Listed
$1,249,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
1831 Farm Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 (MLS# 12552560) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,255,000 on February 20, 2026. Want to learn more about 1831 Farm Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Lake Forest? You can browse all Lake Forest real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

