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120 S Basswood Road

Lake Forest, IL 60045

4 beds
4 baths
3,786 sqft
~1 acre lot
$343 per sqft
1986 build
– on site

At the end of a quiet cul de sac, this East Lake Forest brick home, with NEW ROOF '24, sits on almost an acre with fenced in backyard, creating a private oasis! Located in desirable Onwentsia Gardens, this 5300+ sq foot home, on all three levels, is filled with sensational natural light and gorgeous hardwood floors throughout. The lovely double front doors open to a foyer, formal dining and living room. The gourmet white kitchen, completed in '18 features quartz countertops, a six burner Viking cooktop, Miele dishwasher, Sub Zero refrigerator, Jenn Air double oven, and generous cabinet storage space with under counter lighting. There is a large breakfast area with a wall of windows and doors, overlooking the large amazing patio and fenced in backyard. The windows and doors overlooking the backyard extends into the large family room and office/study that provide great flow for indoor/outdoor living! The home offers two fireplaces, in the family room and study/office, with dramatic shiplap ceilings and gleaming hardwood floors. Additionally, the first floor has a powder room off of the foyer. All four spacious bedrooms are on the second floor. The primary suite is very large with a luxurious master bath that has two separate dressing areas, each with a walk in closet and separate sink areas, leading to the extensive primary bathroom with steam shower and Jacuzzi tub with skylight. Bedroom 2, 3 and 4 are generously sized with oversized closets. There is an additional full bathroom on the second floor. The finished basement provides added living space with room for an exercise area, entertaining or game area with another full bathroom! You'll appreciate the fully fenced in yard with attractive patio, newer Weber grill and large area to play ball! The first floor laundry features a newer Bosch Washer & Dryer. A deep 3 car, garage with newer garage doors '18, with a sidewalk door access, to a dog run. There is plenty of space for a pool, tennis court or putting green. Improvements include New Roof '24 sump pumps with battery backup system '23, designer light fixtures '23, sprinkler system and 2 zoned A/C & HVAC, interior painting '23. Homeowner added privacy fence on side and in front of the property '19, invisible pet fence '20, additional insulation in attic and crawl space in '22, outside trim painted '22. This home is sunny and bright with so much flexibility in the floorplan and a fantastic location near great walking paths, close to highway, school, park and shopping!

Listing courtesy of MRED / @properties Christie's International Real Estate as distributed by MLS GRID

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Apr 19, 2025 •

MLS# 12300525 —

The Building

Year Built:

1986
Rebuilt:

No
New Construction:

false
Architectural Style:

Traditional
Model:

BRICK TRADITIONAL
Roof:

Asphalt
Basement:

Finished, Crawl Space, Partial
Foundation Details:

Concrete Perimeter
Exterior Features:

Patio, Dog Run, Invisible Fence
Patio And Porch Features:

Patio
Disability Access:

No
Other Equipment:

Security System, CO Detectors, Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn, Air Purifier, Backup Sump Pump;
Total SqFt:

3786
Total SqFt:

5318
Below Grade Finished Area:

1532
Upper SqFt:

3786
Basement SqFt:

1532
Living Area Source:

Assessor

Interior

Room Type:

Eating Area, Office, Recreation Room
Rooms Total:

11
Interior Features:

Cathedral Ceiling(s), Skylight(s), Sauna, Hardwood Floors, First Floor Laundry, Walk-In Closet(s)
Fireplaces Total:

2
Fireplace Features:

Wood Burning, Gas Starter
Fireplace Location:

Family Room,Other
Laundry Features:

Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Sink

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

3786

Location

Directions:

Rte 41 to Westleigh, E. to Basswood, N. to home
Location:

4564
Location:

4564

The Property

Parcel Number:

16052020890000
Property Type:

Residential
Location:

N
Lot Features:

Cul-De-Sac, Landscaped, Wooded
Lot Size Dimensions:

169.45X246.09X198.5X135X91.05
Lot Size Acres:

0.882
Zero Lot Line:

No
Rural:

N
Waterfront:

false
Additional Parcels:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2023
Tax Annual Amount:

20145.6

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

4
Bedrooms Possible:

4

Baths

Baths:

4
Full Baths:

3
Half Baths:

1

The Listing

Special Listing Conditions:

List Broker Must Accompany

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling:

Central Air, Zoned

Utilities

Sewer:

Public Sewer
Electric:

Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop, Oven, Humidifier

Schools

Elementary School:

Cherokee Elementary School
Elementary School District:

67
Middle Or Junior School:

Deer Path Middle School
Middle Or Junior School District:

67
High School:

Lake Forest High School
High School District:

115

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Onwentsia Gardens
Community Features:

Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Association Fee:

750
Association Fee Includes:

Insurance
Association Fee Frequency:

Annually
Master Assoc Fee Frequency:

Not Required

Parking

Parking Total:

3
Parking Features:

Brick Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Garage Spaces:

3

Extra Units

Other Structures:

Dog Kennel

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$1,299,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$6,955
Taxes	$1,678
Insurance	$357
HOA fees	$63
Utilities	$223 See report
Total	$9,276/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
4/1/25 Apr 1, 2025	Pending	MRED	$1,299,000
3/22/25 Mar 22, 2025	Sold Subject To Contingencies	MRED	$1,299,000
3/19/25 Mar 19, 2025	Price Changed	MRED	$1,299,000	-6.5%

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This house located in North Shore, Lake Forest, IL 60045 is currently pending sale for $1,299,000. 120 S Basswood Road is a 3,786 square foot house with 4 beds and 4 baths that has been on Estately for 53 days. 120 S Basswood Road is in the North Shore neighborhood of Lake Forest and has a WalkScore® of 1, making it car-dependent. This house is in the attendance area of Cherokee Elementary School, Deer Path Middle School West, Lake Forest High School, and Deer Path Middle School East.

Listing courtesy of MRED, @properties Christie's International Real Estate, and Kim Campbell as distributed by MLS GRID.

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