250 S Sheridan Road S
Lake Forest, IL, 60045 $ 1,299,000
Bedrooms5 Baths4.1 Sq 4,880 Monthly Estimate*
$ 8,104
for $1,299,000 with 5 bedrooms and 4 full baths, 1 half bath. This 4,880 square foot home was built in 1927 on a lot size of 1.27.
Welcome to your dream home in the sought-after enclave of Far East Lake Forest, set back in a private setting off of the prestigious Sheridan Road. Originally built as a Coach House in 1927, this exquisite residence has been meticulously expanded and renovated over the years, now offering an expansive 4,900 square feet of living space on a very private 1.27-acre lot. This majestic home features 5 bedrooms and 4.5 baths, perfectly blending historic charm with modern amenities. The first-floor primary suite provides a serene retreat, overlooking the beautifully landscaped yard. The family room, adjacent to the kitchen, features a charming fireplace and French doors that open to the patio and incredible yard, perfect for indoor-outdoor living and entertaining. The expansive kitchen, a blank canvas awaiting your personal touch, offers a spacious dine in area and room for a walk in pantry, great potential for a custom dream design. The living room is a showstopper, with a large picture window that floods the space with natural light and a cozy fireplace for those chilly evenings. A versatile den/library with its own entrance offers additional private space for work or relaxation. The first floor also hosts a convenient laundry room. Upstairs, two separate wings with separate staircases, provide flexibility and privacy. One wing includes two bedrooms with a shared Jack and Jill bathroom, while the other features a bedroom with an ensuite bathroom, an additional full bathroom, and a large flex space ideal for an office or extra bedroom. The home boasts a three-car attached garage with incredible storage options and a gated driveway for added security. Close to downtown, 2 different beaches, 2 different Metra stops, shopping, incredible restaurants, Fort Sheridan, and the award winning Lake Forest schools, this impressive home offers endless possibilities and is waiting for your personal touch. Schedule a viewing today to experience the charm and potential of this unique property. PLEASE NOTE:: The kitchen is currently in an unfinished state, ready for you to make it your own. A design rendering is available, along with pricing and layout options from a local top kitchen designer and general contractor, detailed in the additional documentation. The picture shown in the photos is only a rendering to provide design inspiration. This home also does not have a basement.
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FeaturesGeneralLiving Area 4880
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Possession Closing
Roof Shake
Garage Spaces 3
Association Fee Includes None
Architectural Style Cape Cod
Construction Materials Brick
Year Built 1927
Township Shields
Tax Year 2024
Ownership Fee Simple
Additional Parcels Description 16031060050000
Assoc Fee Paid Per Not Applicable
County Lake
New Construction N
Property Type Residential Detached Single
Contingency Financing
Total Rooms 11
Full Baths 4
Status Contingent
Directions Sheridan Road north of Westeigh Rd and south of Highview Terrace.
High School Lake Forest High School
City Lake Forest
High School District 115
MLS Area Lake Forest
Elementary School Sheridan Elementary School
Tax Annual Amount 25970
Additional Parcels Y/N Y
Standard Status Active Under Contract
Middle/Junior School District 67
Elementary School District 67
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InteriorBasement None
Flooring Hardwood
Total Fireplaces 2
Fireplace Features Gas Log
Half Baths 1
Total Bedrooms 5
Room Type Exercise Room Foyer Bonus Room Walk In Closet Bedroom 5
Total Baths 5
Bedrooms Possible 5
Bathroom Separate Shower
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ExteriorParking Features Asphalt Yes Other Attached Garage
Water Source Public
Total Parking 3
Lot Dimensions 404.9X252.2X149.8X151.7X102.8X192X75
Lot Size Acres 1.27
Waterfront Y/N N
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* Excluded FeaturesList Bycory.green@compass.comEmail
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- Monthly Principal & Interest
- $8,104
- Monthly Property Taxes
- $2,164
- Monthly Home Insurance
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Default based on a 30-year fixed rate of 6.375% with 20% down. The estimated payment is offered for convenience and is not an offer of credit. Due to market fluctuations, interest rates are subject to change at any time and without notice. Your individual rate may vary. Rates may differ for FHA, VA or jumbo loans.
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Average List Price $2,687,759
Percent of Sale Price 107%
About Lake Forest, IL 19,888 Population
-2% Since 2002
$ 164,533 Median Income
46.48 Median Age
33% Households with Children
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567642 Elementary School
565412 Middle School
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Pricing History| Date | Price | Price Change | Description |
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| 8/28/2025 | $1,299,000 | | Listed Price |