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#12351254, Jane Lee, Listing office: RE/MAX Top Performers
$899,900 List price
1700 Cornell Ct Lake Forest, IL 60045
$10,000
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4 beds
4 full
2,659 sqft
0.2 acres
$338 / sqft
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Property details
About 1700 Cornell Ct
Welcome Home to this exceptional residence tucked away in the highly sought-after Academy Woods community! Perfectly positioned on a premium wooded corner lot in a quiet cul-de-sac, this home offers both tranquility and access to nature with nearby Middlefork Savanna-a stunning natural preserve featuring walking trails, wildlife, and wetlands once part of a glacial lake. Enjoy Academy Woods HOA-provided services including professional landscaping, weekly lawn care, mulching, seasonal cleanups, annual gutter cleaning, exterior maintenance, and even snow removal. Step inside and you're greeted by gleaming hardwood floors, soaring volume ceilings, and an abundance of natural light. The Great Room is the heart of the home-spacious enough for entertaining a crowd or relaxing with family, and lined with large picture windows framing serene outdoor views. The cozy fireplace is a dream on those cool evenings. The adjacent dining room is ready for your next dinner party, complete with a dry bar for easy entertaining. The kitchen is a chef's dream-featuring 42" upper wood cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a built-in tech station, and ample workspace. The mudroom/laundry area impresses with style and functionality. On the main level, find a flexible guest suite or office, with adjacent full bathroom so convenient. The main level also has your Primary Suite. The Primary Suite offers a spa-like en suite with dual vanities, a jacuzzi tub, and a separate shower. Upstairs, a spacious stylish loft with built-in shelving and two generous bedrooms share a full bath. The finished basement is another showstopper-offering a large rec room and full bathroom. Perfect for a media room, game zone, or cozy retreat! Plus, there's an oversized storage space for all your extras. Additional highlights include a new dishwasher, dual water heaters, alarm system, and in-ground programmable sprinkler system. Enjoy grilling season with the gas BBQ line on the terrace. Come experience the ease, beauty, and comfort of Academy Woods living-this home truly has it all!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Contingent)
(Contingent)
CoolingCentral Air
Size2,659 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.17 Acres
Year built1998
ParkingBrick Driveway, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
MLS #12394783
Garage2 spaces
FireplaceWood Burning, Gas Starter
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Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Cooktop, Oven, Gas Cooktop
- Basement: Yes
- Interior: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Open Floorplan, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room
- Fireplace: Wood Burning, Gas Starter
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Parking: Brick Driveway, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Architectural Style: Other
- Heating: Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $899,900
- Price/SqFt: $338
- HOA Amount: $1830 Quarterly
- Annual Tax Amount: $13,118
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Corner Lot, Cul-De-Sac, Landscaped, Trees
- Directions: Rt. 60 West of Waukegan Road to Academy Drive, North to Academy Woods Drive East to Cornell Court.
- Year Built: 1998
- Living Area: 2,659 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.17 Acres
- MLS Number: 12394783
- MLS Name: MRED
- Office Name: Keller Williams North Shore West
- Office Phone: (847) 383-6600
- Listing Agent: Lisa Wolf
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 16, 2003 | Home Sold | $780,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $225,667 | $13,118 |
| 2022 | $226,296 | $12,582 |
| 2021 | $221,425 | $13,117 |
| 2020 | $236,633 | $12,579 |
| 2019 | $234,383 | $12,584 |
| 2018 | $270,596 | $13,334 |
| 2017 | $262,053 | $13,334 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
9
Everett Elementary School
Public District KG-4
2.4 mi
•1111 Everett School Rd
10
Sheridan Elementary School
Public District PK-4
2.9 mi
•1360 N Sheridan Rd
7
Lake Bluff Elementary School
Public District PK-6
2.9 mi
•350 W Washington Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $154,268. The most common annual income of people living in Lake Forest, IL is between $100k-200k. Typical family type is married, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
12%
<35k
22%
35k-100k
33%
100k-200k
33%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
23%
Single, No Kids
4%
Single, with Kids
46%
Married, No Kids
27%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
13%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
13%
18-34 yrs old
51%
35-64 yrs old
16%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Skiing/snowboarding
PGA/LPGA
College Football
Where do the neighbors shop?
BJs Wholesale Club
Stein Mart
Best Buy
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Panera
Cracker Barrel
Bob Evans
What do the neighbors drive?
Infiniti
Lexus
Lincoln
What do the neighbors listen to?
Adult Hits
Oldies
News/Talk/Information
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Frequently asked questions
About 1700 Cornell Ct
The listing price of 1700 Cornell Ct property is $899,900.
The property 1700 Cornell Ct is a house located in Lake Forest, Illinois, 60045.
Accepting Backup Offers: 1700 Cornell Ct is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.
The nearby schools for 1700 Cornell Ct are: Everett Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Sheridan Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Lake Bluff Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Deer Path Middle School West (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Deer Path Middle School East (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Rondout Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Lake Forest High School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Vernon Hills High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Adlai E Stevenson High School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $13,118 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on April 16, 2003 for $780,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 1700 Cornell Ct has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
The property 1700 Cornell Ct is 2,659 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1700 Cornell Ct is 1998.
This home is located at 1700 Cornell Ct in Lake Forest, IL and zip code 60045 in the Academy Woods neighborhood. This 2,659 square foot home, which was built in 1998, sits on a 0.17 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 16, 2025 and is currently priced at $899,900.
In May 2025 more than 7 listings in Lake Forest, IL were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 7 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 18 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Lake Forest, IL increased by 21.4% between April and May 2025. While the average time on the market in May 2025 was 45 days, the median list price was $1,100,000.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.