This is a carousel with tiles that activate property listing cards. Use the previous and next buttons to navigate.
1/1
$975,000
This is a carousel with tiles that activate property listing cards. Use the previous and next buttons to navigate.
1/1
Property Description
Spectacular and situated in desirable Onwentsia Gardens, this custom all brick home certainly has immense curb appeal and an inviting floor plan for both entertaining and family living. Features include hardwood floors (on both 1st and 2nd floors), high ceilings (over 9 feet), crown moldings, new Marvin windows, French doors, sky light, tray ceilings, 2 fireplaces with gas logs, and a 3 car attached garage. The gracious 2 story foyer is graced with a stunning curved staircase and Palladian window which opens to a grand sized living room with dentil moldings and lovely fireplace with marble surround. Separate dining room has tray ceiling, rich crown moldings, and Wainscoting. The large family room with wet bar, built-ins, and brick fireplace with gas logs also opens to the grand deck area and is accessible to the bright kitchen. This roomy kitchen with oak cabinets, island, new double ovens, desk area, pantry, and large eat-in breakfast room overlooks the expansive deck and beautifully landscaped backyard. Additionally, on the 1st floor there is a private bedroom with full bath that could serve either as guest/nanny quarters or a study/den area. Upstairs has all hardwood flooring with 4 additional bedrooms. The Primary suite boasts a tall tray ceiling, walk-in closets, and a luxury bath with double sinks, a whirlpool, and a separate shower. There is a large closet (33' x 15') adjacent to one of the master bedroom closets as well. The family bedroom closets are all walk-in, and there is an additional linen closet in the hallway. Downstairs a lovely curved stairway takes you to the basement, which provides copious storage space and work areas. A new hot water heater in 2024. There are many beautiful architectural designs and finishes seen throughout this spacious home on a half-acre lot. It is truly a remarkable home located in a neighborhood you will love!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 280 S Basswood Rd
General
- Sold For: $975,000
- HOA FEE: $63/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
- Taxes: $16,468 (2022)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12160403
- Added to Site: 526 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Skylight(s), Wet Bar, Hardwood Floors, First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Laundry, First Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling - 9 Foot, Pantry
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Family Room, Living Room, Gas Log, Gas Starter
- Appliances: Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High-End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom Features: Whirlpool, Separate Shower, Double Sink
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
Additional Information
- Equipment: Sump Pump, Lawn Sprinkler
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Train
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Deck, Storms/Screens
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Total Spaces: 3
- Parking Type: Garage
Location
- Area: Lake Forest
- County: Lake
- Driving Directions: Basswood north of Westleigh on East side of street
School Information
- School District: 67
- Midd School District: 67
- Elementary School: Cherokee Elementary School
- Middle School: Deer Path Middle School
- High School: Lake Forest High School
- Private School: Lake Forest High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: Insurance, Other
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement Desc.: Partial
- Square Feet: 3,715
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1986
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.48
- Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 125.80 x 190 x 90.62 x 202.25
- Lot Features: Landscaped, Wooded
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $750
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
- Assessment Year: 1986
- Tax Amount: $16,468
- Tax Year: 2022
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Property ID: 16052021170000
Listed by Compass
Sold by Compass
Get Pre-Approved Today
Schools
Schools serving 280 S Basswood Rd
School Districts:Lake Forest School District 67, Lake Forest Community High School District 115
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Deer Path Middle School East 95 West Deerpath Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 | 5-6 | 1 mi |
Cherokee Elementary School, Lake Forest, IL 475 Cherokee Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 | K-4 | 1.1 mi |
Deer Path Middle School West 155 West Deerpath Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 | 7-8 | 0.9 mi |
Lake Forest High School 1285 North McKinley Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 | 9-12 | 2.2 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 280 S Basswood Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/18/2024
Sold
$975,000
-11.28%
MLS
9/16/2024
Listed
$1,099,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
280 S Basswood Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 (MLS# 12160403) is a Single Family property that was sold at $975,000 on October 18, 2024. Want to learn more about 280 S Basswood 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.

