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Property Description
Located in the highly desirable Ponds subdivision, this premier property offers spectacular, unobstructed water views. This spacious 3,734 SF Tudor-style home features an open floor plan with vaulted ceilings, a see-thru fireplace connecting the family and living rooms, and a formal dining room off the entry. The first-floor primary suite includes a screened porch and a luxurious private bath. The stunning gourmet kitchen, remodeled in 2017, showcases quartzite countertops, a unique octagonal breakfast room, center island, stainless steel appliances, and a walk-in pantry. A mudroom connects to the attached 3-car garage. Upstairs, you'll find three additional bedrooms, 1.5 baths, and a versatile loft space with new neutral carpeting (2025). The English basement offers a spacious recreation room and a full bath. Enjoy outdoor living on the large deck overlooking a fully fenced, .38-acre backyard-featuring what may be the best pond views in the subdivision. The Ponds community includes three stocked ponds perfect for fishing, scenic walking paths, and direct access to Waveland Park. Conveniently located in central Lake Forest near schools, shopping, and transportation, this is a truly special home.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 510 Buena Rd
General
- Sold For: $1,125,000
- HOA FEE: $83/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
- Taxes: $20,464 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12469448
- Added to Site: 128 day(s) ago
Interior
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Family Room, Living Room, Double Sided, Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen, Gas Log, Gas Starter
- Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 5
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 2
- Basement Baths: Yes
- Bathroom Features: Whirlpool, Steam Shower, Double Sink
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Additional Information
- Equipment: Security System, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Lawn Sprinkler
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Interstate Access
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Total Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Location
- Area: Lake Forest
- County: Lake
- Subdivision: The Ponds
- Driving Directions: Westleigh Road W of Green Bay to Buena S to home
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: Other
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning, Zoned
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Tudor
- Construction: Brick, Synthetic Stucco
- Exterior Const.: Brick, Synthetic Stucco
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Full, Daylight
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shake
- Square Feet: 3,734
- Sq. Ft. Source: Other
- Year Built: 1985
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.38
- Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 88 x 162 x 114 x 156
- Fence: Yes
- Lot Features: Landscaped
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water Front Desc.: Pond
- Water Front View: Back of Property
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $1,000
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
- Assessment Year: 1985
- Tax Amount: $20,464
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Property ID: 16054020410000
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Sold by @properties Christie's International Real Estate
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Schools
Schools serving 510 Buena Rd
School Districts:Lake Forest School District 67, Lake Forest Community High School District 115
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Cherokee Elementary School, Lake Forest, IL 475 Cherokee Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 | K-4 | 0.8 mi |
Deer Path Middle School East 95 West Deerpath Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 | 5-6 | 1.2 mi |
Deer Path Middle School West 155 West Deerpath Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 | 7-8 | 1.2 mi |
Lake Forest High School 1285 North McKinley Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 | 9-12 | 2.4 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 510 Buena Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
11/07/2025
Sold
$1,125,000
-6.17%
MLS
9/11/2025
Listed
$1,199,000
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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.
510 Buena Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 (MLS# 12469448) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,125,000 on November 07, 2025. Want to learn more about 510 Buena 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.

