#12361826, Nancy Adelman, Listing office: Compass
674 Timber Ln Lake Forest, IL 60045
Property details
About 674 Timber Ln
Move-in ready and full of updates, this spacious home in desirable Whispering Oaks offers comfortable living and great entertaining space. The open-concept main level features new picture window in main living room, hardwood floors, fresh neutral decor, and a bright living room with gas fireplace, and crown molding. The gourmet kitchen boasts Sub-Zero and Miele appliances, granite countertops, a breakfast nook, and porcelain flooring. Enjoy the beautifully landscaped, fenced-in backyard with a private deck, mature trees, and perennial gardens. Upstairs, the primary suite includes renovated bath with double vanity and porcelain tile. Two additional bedrooms with newer carpet share an updated full bath. The lower level offers a large family room, fourth bedroom with built-ins, and a stylish en-suite bath with zero-entry shower and heated floors. A spacious laundry/utility room, 2-car garage, and ample basement storage complete the home. Major updates include newer roof, multiple windows, furnace, sump pump with battery backup, radon mitigation system, and lighting throughout. Located just one block from Cherokee Elementary and close to downtown Lake Forest, Metra, parks, and beaches-this home truly has it all!
Highlights
(Contingent)
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Cooktop
- Basement: Yes
- Interior: Built-in Features, Open Floorplan
- Fireplace: Gas Log, Gas Starter
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Parking: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Radiant, Radiant Floor
- List Price: $950,000
- Price/SqFt: $394
- Annual Tax Amount: $12,021
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Wooded, Trees
- Directions: Westleigh east of 41 to Beverly, South to Timber, west to 674.
- Year Built: 1959
- Living Area: 2,411 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.482 Acres
- MLS Number: 12403074
- MLS Name: MRED
- Office Name: @properties Christie's International Real Estate
- Office Phone: (773) 472-0200
- Listing Agent: Lindsay Guhl
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Sep 26, 2023 | Home Sold | $790,000 |
Jan 10, 2022 | Home Sold | $670,000 |
Sep 28, 2004 | Home Sold | $590,000 |
Jan 28, 2000 | Home Sold | $511,500 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2023 | $201,966 | $12,021 |
2022 | $206,341 | $9,002 |
2021 | $198,941 | $8,715 |
2020 | $199,360 | $8,329 |
2019 | $199,022 | $8,324 |
2018 | $188,605 | $8,237 |
2017 | $188,003 | $8,237 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
8
Cherokee Elementary School
Public District KG-4
0.2 mi
•475 Cherokee Rd
10
Wayne Thomas Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.6 mi
•2939 Summit Ave
5
Oak Terrace Elementary School
Public District KG-5
2.1 mi
•240 Prairie 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 $185,127. The most common annual income of people living in Lake Forest, IL is $200k+. The most common type of family is married, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
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Frequently asked questions
About 674 Timber Ln
The listing price of 674 Timber Ln property is $950,000.
The property 674 Timber Ln is a house located in Lake Forest, Illinois, 60045.
Accepting Backup Offers: 674 Timber Ln 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 674 Timber Ln are: Cherokee Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Wayne Thomas Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Oak Terrace Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Deer Path Middle School East (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Deer Path Middle School West (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Bannockburn School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Lake Forest High School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Highland Park High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Deerfield High School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $12,021 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on September 26, 2023 for $790,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 674 Timber Ln has 4 bedrooms and 3 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 674 Timber Ln is 2,411 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 674 Timber Ln is 1959.
This home is located at 674 Timber Ln in Lake Forest, IL and zip code 60045 in the Whispering Oaks neighborhood. This 2,411 square foot home, which was built in 1959, sits on a 0.48 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 25, 2025 and is currently priced at $950,000.
Lake Forest, IL housing market in June 2025 saw over 12 listings sold above listed price, more than 5 sold at listed price and over 25 sold below. In June 2025 in Lake Forest, IL there were 7.7% more homes for sale than in May. In June 2025 median list price was $1,195,000 and the average listing age was 23 days.