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674 Timber Lane

Lake Forest, IL 60045

4 beds
4 baths
2,411 sqft
~1/2 acre lot
$394 per sqft
1959 build
– on site

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!

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

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MLS# 12403074 —

The Building

Year Built:

1959
Rebuilt:

No
New Construction:

false
Construction Materials:

Brick, Cedar
Roof:

Asphalt
Basement:

Unfinished, Partial
Foundation Details:

Concrete Perimeter
Patio And Porch Features:

Deck
Disability Access:

No
Living Area Source:

Estimated
Levels:

Tri-Level
Window Features:

Skylight(s)

Interior

Room Type:

Heated Sun Room, Foyer, Office
Rooms Total:

10
Interior Features:

Built-in Features, Open Floorplan
Fireplaces Total:

1
Fireplace Features:

Gas Log, Gas Starter
Fireplace Location:

Living Room
Laundry Features:

In Unit
Flooring:

Carpet, Wood

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

2411

Location

Directions:

Westleigh east of 41 to Beverly, South to Timber, west to 674.
Location:

85774
Location:

3750

The Property

Parcel Number:

16044060310000
Property Type:

Residential
Location:

N
Lot Features:

Wooded, Mature Trees
Lot Size Dimensions:

105X200
Lot Size Acres:

0.482
Zero Lot Line:

No
Rural:

N
Waterfront:

false
Fencing:

Fenced

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2023
Tax Annual Amount:

12130.36

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, Radiant, Radiant Floor
Cooling:

Small Duct High Velocity

Utilities

Sewer:

Public Sewer
Water Source:

Lake Michigan

Appliances

Appliances:

Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Cooktop

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:

Whispering Oaks
Community Features:

Street Paved
Association Fee Includes:

None
Association Fee Frequency:

Not Applicable
Master Assoc Fee Frequency:

Not Required

Parking

Parking Total:

2
Parking Features:

Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Garage Spaces:

2

Extra Units

Other Structures:

Greenhouse

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$950,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$5,086
Taxes	$1,010
Insurance	$261
Utilities	$176 See report
Total	$6,533/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
6/30/25 Jun 30, 2025	Sold Subject To Contingencies	MRED	$950,000
6/25/25 Jun 25, 2025	Listed / Active	MRED	$950,000	20.3% (11.1% / YR)
8/29/23 Aug 29, 2023		MRED	$790,000	-6.9%

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This house located in North Shore, Lake Forest, IL 60045 is currently for sale for $950,000. 674 Timber Lane is a 2,411 square foot house with 4 beds and 4 baths that has been on Estately for 20 days. 674 Timber Lane is in the North Shore neighborhood of Lake Forest and has a WalkScore® of 14, making it car-dependent. This house is in the attendance area of Cherokee Elementary School, Lake Forest High School, Deer Path Middle School East, and Deer Path Middle School West.

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

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