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1227 Kajer Lane

Lake Forest, IL 60045

5 beds
7 baths
4,824 sqft
~1/2 acre lot
$352 per sqft
1989 build
– on site

Beautifully updated home in Arbor Ridge! This 5 bedroom, 5.2 bathroom house has 4,824 sq. ft. above grade and sits on .58 acres at the end of a large cul-de-sac overlooking Everett Park. Features include: hardwood floors throughout the 1st floor; high ceilings; lovely millwork; 2 fireplaces; a large, light-filled updated kitchen w/ island that opens into the breakfast area and family room that overlooks the back yard; a huge Primary suite with two walk-in closets, and a large Primary bathroom w/ a jetted tub and double vanities; 4 additional bedrooms each w/ a wonderfully updated en-suite bathroom; a private office or library w/ built-in shelving/storage & radiant heat flooring; a 1st floor laundry; a spacious finished lower level w/ large recreation room, newer theater room, abundant storage & 1/2 bath; and an over-sized 3-car garage. Outside, there is a large deck w/ a hot tub that overlooks the expansive backyard with invisible dog fence, as well as a circular driveway w/ 3 additional, individual parking spaces. Newer theater room, furnace, hot water heater, sump pump, beautiful custom built-in millwork, finishes and more! This wonderful home is close to Everett School, Everett Park (which features a pond, tennis courts, a playground, and a baseball diamond), the West Lake Forest station, Costco, Sunset Foods, Starbucks, restaurants and many other amenities. Move right in and enjoy this fabulous home!

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

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Apr 6, 2025 •

MLS# 12328397 —

The Building

Year Built:

1989
Rebuilt:

No
New Construction:

false
Architectural Style:

Colonial
Roof:

Shake
Basement:

Finished, Full
Foundation Details:

Concrete Perimeter
Exterior Features:

Hot Tub, Storms/Screens, Invisible Fence
Patio And Porch Features:

Deck
Disability Access:

No
Other Equipment:

Security System, Intercom, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Backup Sump Pump;, Multiple Water Heaters
Living Area Source:

Assessor

Interior

Room Type:

Bedroom 5, Eating Area, Library, Recreation Room, Foyer, Theatre Room
Rooms Total:

13
Interior Features:

Cathedral Ceiling(s), Bar-Wet, Hardwood Floors, Heated Floors, First Floor Laundry
Fireplaces Total:

2
Fireplace Features:

Wood Burning, Gas Log
Fireplace Location:

Family Room,Living Room
Laundry Features:

Gas Dryer Hookup, Sink

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

4824

Location

Directions:

Everett Rd to Telegraph Rd. South on Telegraph Rd to Lawrence Ave. West on Lawrence Ave to Fiore Dr. South on Fiore Dr to Kajer Ln. East/left to home on cul-de-sac.
Location:

4564
Location:

84025

The Property

Parcel Number:

16073030540000
Property Type:

Residential
Location:

N
Lot Features:

Cul-De-Sac
Lot Size Dimensions:

55X175.43X246.46X221.63
Lot Size Acres:

0.57
Rural:

N
Waterfront:

false
Additional Parcels:

true

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2023
Tax Annual Amount:

27101.34

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

5
Bedrooms Possible:

5

Baths

Baths:

7
Full Baths:

5
Half Baths:

2

The Listing

Special Listing Conditions:

None

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Natural Gas, Forced Air, Radiant, Zoned
Cooling:

Central Air, Zoned

Utilities

Sewer:

Public Sewer
Electric:

200+ Amp Service
Water Source:

Lake Michigan, Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Disposal

Schools

Elementary School:

Everett 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:

Arbor Ridge
Community Features:

Park, Tennis Court(s), Lake, Curbs, Street Lights, Street Paved
Association Fee:

1200
Association Fee Includes:

Other
Association Fee Frequency:

Annually
Master Assoc Fee Frequency:

Not Required

Parking

Parking Total:

9
Parking Features:

Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Side Apron, Driveway, Circular Driveway, Owned, Garage
Garage Spaces:

3

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$1,700,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$9,102
Taxes	$2,258
Insurance	$467
HOA fees	$100
Utilities	$208 See report
Total	$12,135/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
4/6/25 Apr 6, 2025	Sold Subject To Contingencies	MRED	$1,700,000
4/3/25 Apr 3, 2025	Listed / Active	MRED	$1,700,000	36.0% (2.8% / YR)
8/8/12 Aug 8, 2012		MRED	$1,250,000

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This house located in North Shore, Lake Forest, IL 60045 is currently for sale for $1,700,000. 1227 Kajer Lane is a 4,824 square foot house with 5 beds and 7 baths that has been on Estately for 7 days. 1227 Kajer Lane is in the North Shore neighborhood of Lake Forest and has a WalkScore® of 7, making it car-dependent. This house is in the attendance area of Deer Path Middle School East, Lake Forest High School, Deer Path Middle School West, and Everett Elementary School.

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

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