331 Granby Road
Lake Forest, IL, 60045
$
4,000
Bedrooms2
Baths2.0
Sq
1,245
for $4,000 with 2 bedrooms and 2 full baths. This 1,245 square foot property was built in 1925.
Transformed Storybook Cottage One Block From Downtown Lake Forest. Just moments from the train, shopping, dining, and the beach. Tucked along a quiet enclave in East Lake Forest, this extensively renovated 1925 gabled cottage offers the best of in-town living just down the street. Storybook charm gives the home instant curb appeal while bright, sunny interiors blend vintage character with modern updates-the result of the current owner's meticulous stewardship. Tall ceilings, arched doorways, traditional millwork, and newly lightened original hardwood floors give the main level a timeless quality. The living and dining areas can function as a flexible, open-flow space, equally suited to everyday living and casual entertaining. The kitchen has been completely reimagined with modern appointments, including a Sub-Zero refrigerator, Samsung appliances, a farmhouse sink, updated cabinetry, a breakfast bar, and a well-organized pantry. Just beyond, a rear mudroom offers practical access to the fenced backyard. The first-floor bedroom, with abundant natural light, has easy access to a renovated full bath and direct access to the second floor. Upstairs, the architecture shifts into a cozier scale-a pair of tandem rooms with pitched ceilings ideal for bedrooms, a playroom, or a cozy creative retreat. The fully finished lower level expands the home's footprint. Featuring painted exposed ceilings, luxury vinyl flooring, and thoughtful zoning to accommodate multiple functions, it includes a large recreation area, an office or bonus room, an added full bath, a new laundry room, and generous closeted storage. A rare walkout feature connects directly to the backyard with a storage room beyond. Outside, the property has been transformed with new landscaping, a paver patio, new fencing, and cozy front porch. Behind the scenes, major mechanical upgrades-new copper water service and lines, new electrical, a new furnace and boiler, new HVAC units, a new hot water heater-bring peace of mind to a home with nearly a century of character. Every space reflects the care of a thoughtful renovation that honors the charm of a 1920s cottage while elevating the way the home lives today. If you're seeking in-town proximity, vintage style, and move-in ready spaces in the heart of Lake Forest, this home checks all of the boxes.
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Features
General
Living Area
1245
Sewer
Storm Sewer
Heating
Radiator(s)
Sep Heating Systems - 2+
Cooling
Wall Unit(s)
Possession
Closing
Appliances
Range
Microwave
Dishwasher
High End Refrigerator
Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Construction Materials
Other
Pets Allowed
Additional Pet Rent
Year Built
1925
Township
Shields
County
Lake
Property Type
Residential Lease
Residential Lease
Rent Includes
None
Total Rooms
9
Full Baths
2
Status
Active
Directions
Green Bay Rd to E Deerpath Rd
east to N McKinley Rd
north to Granby Rd
east to property
High School
Lake Forest High School
City
Lake Forest
High School District
115
MLS Area
Lake Forest
Elementary School
Sheridan Elementary School
Middle/Junior High School
Deer Path Middle School
Availability Date
2025-11-16
Standard Status
Active
Middle/Junior School District
67
Elementary School District
67
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Interior
Basement
Finished
Full
Half Baths
0
Total Bedrooms
2
Room Type
Den
Office
Recreation Room
Mud Room
Storage
Screened Porch
Tandem Room
Total Baths
2
Bedrooms Possible
2
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Exterior
Parking Features
Asphalt
Driveway
Yes
Owned
Water Source
Lake Michigan
Total Parking
2
Lot Dimensions
39X93X29X68
Waterfront Y/N
N
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* Excluded Features
List By
Coldwell Banker Realty
Broker
Annie@DawnMcKennaGroup.com
Email
Nearby
About Lake Forest, IL
19,888
Population
-2%
Since 2002
$
164,533
Median Income
46.48
Median Age
33%
Households with Children
Trends Information provided by ATTOM Data Solutions.
567642
Elementary School
567092
Middle School
Lake Forest High School
High School
Pricing History
| Date |
Price |
Price Change |
Description |
|
11/16/2025
|
$4,000
|
|
Listed Price
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