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688 Buena Rd, Lake Forest, IL, 60045

$1,175,000

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5 Bedrooms
3 Full Baths, 2 Partial
3,672 SqFt
$320/SqFt
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688 Buena Rd, Lake Forest$1,175,000

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
Attached Garage3 spaces
Year Built1987
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned
CoolingCentral Air, Zoned
BasementYes
FireplaceGas Log
MLS #12045734
Lot Size0.50 Acres
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Contingent)

About 688 Buena Rd

Welcome to 688 Buena Road, located in the beautiful Ponds neighborhood of Lake Forest! This home offers over 4,000 square feet of living space and seamlessly blends comfort and convenience. Upon entering, you're greeted by beautiful hardwood floors and a grand foyer. The main level boasts remarkable room sizes, starting with a large living room featuring a lovely fireplace and french doors leading to the expansive family room. With vaulted ceilings and a cozy fireplace, the family room is perfect for hanging out and relaxing. The kitchen is a chef's delight, equipped with a large island, top-tier appliances, and ample storage. Adjacent is the bright breakfast room, ideal for casual dining, while the separate and spacious dining room offers an excellent space for entertaining. The main level also features an ultra-rare bedroom with an en-suite bathroom perfect for guests, in-laws, or a home office. A large laundry room, powder room, and 3-car attached garage complete this floor. Upstairs, the expansive primary suite features a huge walk-in closet and a spa-like bathroom with dual sinks, a separate shower, and a whirlpool tub. Three additional bedrooms and another full bathroom provide ample space for family and guests. The finished basement offers a large recreation room, storage space, and a half bathroom. Outside, a new deck overlooks the expansive backyard, perfect for outdoor entertaining. Located close to parks, Cherokee Elementary School and all that Lake Forest has to offer, 688 Buena is the perfect place to call home!

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Year Built: 1987
  • Living Area: 3,672 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Compass
  • Office Phone: (847) 446-9600
  • Listing Agent: David Chung

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop
  • Basement: Yes
  • Interior: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, First Floor Bedroom, In-Law Arrangement, First Floor Laundry, First Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Fireplace: Gas Log

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Partial Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedroom Count: 5

Exterior Features

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 3 spaces
  • Attached Garage: Yes

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 0.50 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned
  • Cooling: Central Air, Zoned

School Info

Assigned Schools Information:

  • Lake Forest High School, Public District Grades 9-12
  • Deer Path Middle School West, Public District Grades 7-8
  • Deer Path Middle School East, Public District Grades 5-6
  • Cherokee Elementary School, Public District Grades KG-4

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: Westleigh to Buena, South to home

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $1,175,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $320/SqFt

HOA Fees:

  • Amount: $875
  • Frequency: Annually

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $17,412
  • Tax Year: 2020
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Lake Forest, IL

City

Med. Sold Price

$982.2K

Med. Price/SqFt

$312

Avg. Days On Market

26

# of Sold Homes

22

688 Buena Rd vs Lake Forest

14 DAYS ON ROCKET

-12 Days

$1,175,000

+$192.7K More

$320/SqFt

+$7 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $192.7K more than the Median Sold Price and $7/SqFt more than other homes in Lake Forest, IL.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: MRED
  • MLS Number: #12045734

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Compass
  • Office Phone: (847) 446-9600
  • Listing Agent: David Chung

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Dec 14, 2005Home Sold
$958,000
Jul 23, 1999Home Sold
$685,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2020$17,412$320,855
2019$17,441$320,310
2018$16,745$329,637
2017$16,746$328,586

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Elementary School

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8
/10

  • Cherokee Elementary School

  • 475 Cherokee Rd

  • 0.67 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-4

Middle School

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7
/10

  • Deer Path Middle School West

  • 155 W Deerpath

  • 1.44 miles

  • Public District Grades 7-8

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8
/10

  • Deer Path Middle School East

  • 95 W Deerpath

  • 1.45 miles

  • Public District Grades 5-6

High School

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10
/10

  • Lake Forest High School

  • 1285 N Mckinley Rd

  • 2.70 miles

  • Public District Grades 9-12

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $185,127. Typical income of Lake Forest, IL residents is $200k+ annually. The majority of families are married, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 688 Buena Rd

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 688 Buena Rd property is $1,175,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 688 Buena Rd is a house located in Lake Forest, Illinois, 60045.

Is this property for sale now?

Accepting Backup Offers: 688 Buena Rd is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.

What are the assigned schools for this property?

The assigned schools for 688 Buena Rd are:
Cherokee Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 8/10
Deer Path Middle School West: GreatSchools Rating 7/10
Deer Path Middle School East: GreatSchools Rating 8/10
Lake Forest High School: GreatSchools Rating 10/10

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $17,412 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on December 14, 2005 for $958,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 688 Buena Rd has 5 bedrooms and 3 full and 2 half bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 688 Buena Rd is 3,672 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 688 Buena Rd is 1987.

Rocket Homes›Illinois›Lake County›Lake Forest›60045›688 Buena Rd

This home is located at 688 Buena Rd in Lake Forest, IL and zip code 60045 in the The Ponds neighborhood. This 3,672 square foot home, which was built in 1987, sits on a 0.50 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 03, 2024 and is currently priced at $1,175,000.

While more than 8 listings in Lake Forest, IL in April 2024 were sold above asking price, there were more than 6 listings sold at asking price, and more than 8 were sold below. The number of listings in Lake Forest, IL increased by 7.1% between March 2024 and April 2024. The median list price of listings available in April 2024 was $982,222, while the average time on the real estate market was 26 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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