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Property Description
This fresh and pristine Colonial home situated on nearly an acre in centrally located Lake Forest offers remarkable living space and is in move-in condition. Freshly painted and beautifully appointed, this home has a terrific flow for family and entertaining. The gourmet kitchen is inviting and offers gorgeous cabinetry, granite counters, a large island with seating for 4 people, Thermador appliances, and an eating area that overlooks the lush backyard and patio. Hardwood floors throughout the home and new Andersen windows. The adjacent family room is a great gathering place as it offers ample seating, a wood burning fireplace, a game table area and large custom bar. First floor bedroom with en suite bathroom currently used as the home office. First floor also includes large laundry room, mudroom with custom cabinetry, living room with fireplace and dining room. Primary bedroom is located on second level and is complete with a walk-in closet and primary bath. Three additional generous sized bedrooms share the hall bath. The basement was finished in 2017 and offers much more living space. A large recreation room, a 6th bedroom and full bath, lots of storage, a space for the yoga enthusiast and a 1400 bottle wine cellar! Large fenced-in yard with mature trees, lots of patio space and a 3 car garage. Enjoy the nearby Open Lands, convenient access to downtown Lake Forest, park and beaches, Metra and major highways.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 880 Mellody Rd
General
- Sold For: $1,220,000
- Taxes: $21,437 (2022)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 11793061
- Added to Site: 999 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Wet Bar, Hardwood Floors, First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Laundry, First Floor Full Bath
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Family Room, Living Room, Wood-Burning
- Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High-End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 5
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Basement Baths: Yes
- Bathroom Features: Separate Shower, Double Sink, Soaking Tub
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 6
- Bedrooms(Blw Grade): 1
Additional Information
- Equipment: Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Sump Pump, Lawn Sprinkler, Backup Sump Pump
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Train, Interstate Access
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Patio, Brick Paver Patio
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Ownership: Owned
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Number of Cars: 3
- Parking Type: Garage
- Garage Description: Garage Door Opener(s)
Location
- Area: Lake Forest
- County: Lake
- Subdivision: Deerpath Farm
- Driving Directions: Deerpath East of Waukegan Road to King Muir. South on King Muir to Mellody. East on Mellody to #.
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
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement Desc.: Full
- Roof: Asphalt
- Square Feet: 3,818
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1975
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Manufactured Home
- Model: COLONIAL
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.92
- Lot Size Range: .50 to .99 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 158 x 201 x 232 x 213
- Driveway/Sidewalk: Asphalt
- Lot Features: Common Grounds, Fenced Yard
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1975
- Tax Amount: $21,437.18
- Tax Year: 2022
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Property ID: 12314030240000
Listed by @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Sold by john greene, Realtor
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Schools
Schools serving 880 Mellody Rd
School Districts:Lake Forest Community High School District 115, Lake Forest School District 67
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Deer Path Middle School East 95 West Deerpath Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 | 5-6 | 1 mi |
Everett Elementary School, Lake Forest, IL 1111 Everett School Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 | K-4 | 1.9 mi |
Deer Path Middle School West 155 West Deerpath Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 | 7-8 | 1 mi |
Lake Forest High School 1285 North McKinley Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 | 9-12 | 2.1 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 880 Mellody Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/17/2023
Sold
$1,220,000
1.75%
MLS
5/31/2023
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.
880 Mellody Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 (MLS# 11793061) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,220,000 on July 17, 2023. Want to learn more about 880 Mellody 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.

