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Charming Farmhouse on Quaint Griffith Road - Just Listed! Showings begin Tuesday September 29th @ 12:00pm Welcome home to this beautifully designed 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom Farmhouse-style home blending classic charm with an exceptional layout. Offering 2,000 square feet of pristine above-ground living space, plus a massive full 1,000-square-foot basement ready for your personal touch, this property seamlessly pairs historical warmth with modern functionality. Complete with a 2-car garage and a private, fenced-in backyard, it is a rare find in a prime location. A Warm welcome & seamless Indoor-Outdoor flow from the moment you arrive, the open front porch invites you to sit back and relax morning, day, or night on desirable Griffith Road. Step inside to discover a floor plan designed for effortless flow. The main level boasts three distinct livable areas-the living room, dining room, and den-giving the spacious feel of a great room while still providing dedicated areas to work, play, or relax independently. The Heart of the Home; the Kitchen: A bright, open space featuring a large window over the premium granite countertops and a delightful vintage-style pantry and cabinetry. The Solarium Porch: Flooded with natural light, this adorable porch sits just off the kitchen and steps out to the backyard. It is the perfect sun-filled nook for a morning coffee or a relaxing glass of wine. The Dining Room: Rich with history, this beautiful, sun-drenched room is just off the kitchen and has been the setting for cherished family dinners for a century. The Versatile Den: Perfect as a home office, playroom, or guest space, this highly functional room includes a large, convenient half bath too! Upstairs, retreat, heading to the second level, you will find a spacious en-suite master bedroom acting as your private oasis. Two additional good-sized bedrooms offer plenty of space for family or guests, sharing a recently updated full bathroom. Unmatched Local Convenience situated just one block from Downtown Lake Forest, this home places you at the epicenter of a vibrant lifestyle. Enjoy effortless commutes with quick access to the Metra train station. Spend your weekends exploring local boutique shops and dining at world-class restaurants. Enjoy outdoor activities like ice skating, tennis, and sports at neighborhood-favorite West Park, or explore Lake Forest Open Lands, which protects 1,000 acres of pristine, walkable native landscapes nearby. A Dream Neighborhood for families located in a highly sought-after, family-friendly community, this home offers access to top-tier education with institutions highly rated on a 1-10 scale by Great Schools. Sheridan Elementary School (Rated Top 10)Deerpath Middle School (Rated Top 8) Lake Forest High School (Rated Top 10) Your Gateway to Forest Park BeachLiving here means unlocking access to the crown jewel of Lake Michigan shorelines. Spanning 29 spectacular acres, Forest Park Beach features stunning wooded bluffs, paved walking paths, a state-of-the-art playground, a boardwalk, boating facilities, a beach pavilion, and numerous grills and picnic areas.
Downtown, located between Lake Forest Beach and the Lake Forest College campus, is a walkable and historic Lake Forest neighborhood with brick-lined sidewalks and a classic railroad-era streetscape. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Western Avenue and Deerpath intersection, where independent boutiques, cafes, and galleries cluster beside the Metra tracks. Market Square serves as a defining civic-commercial landmark, framed by traditional storefronts and small courtyards. The Lake Forest Book Store and Deer Path Inn anchor the local rhythm with literary browsing and old-world hospitality. Architecture leans toward preserved early-20th-century commercial buildings and gracious residential streets just beyond the core. Green edges and lake breezes shape the pace, with the shoreline and campus paths close at hand.
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Market insights
1060 Griffith Rd · $849,000
DAYS ON MARKET
1 days
The average home goes pending in 53 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
100.3%
Most homes are selling 0% above list price.
LIST PRICE
$849,000
Median sale price in this area is $497,817. (41% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
14% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Seven total rooms
Partially finished full basement
Bedrooms
Three bedrooms (all on second level)
Primary bedroom with full bath
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms
One half bathroom
Kitchen
Kitchen with eating area/table space
Laundry & utility
Basement laundry room (15 x 13)
Flooring
Hardwood floors in living room, dining room, kitchen and bedrooms
Heating & cooling
Natural gas heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Deck
Home design
Detached single-family home
Two-story
Parking
Detached owned garage (2 garage spaces, 2 total parking spaces)
Construction
Stucco exterior
Property is over 100 years old
Built before 1978
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
HOA & community
No master association fee required
Other
Fee simple ownership
Commuter train, school bus service and interstate access nearby
Electricity and solar
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Outstanding 3 bedroom 1.2 bath two story home that features a 2 car detached garage, fenced yard, open layout, hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances, full basement, freshly painted throughout and is in move in condition. Taxes 100% "All borrowers MUST be pre-qualified with Terrell Jean all contact info in addtional docs.
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08840587
Aug 25, 2015
Listing Removed
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06804883
Apr 14, 2008
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06373515
Nov 25, 2007
Listing Removed
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06336840
Jan 8, 2007
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Public Records
Aug 22, 2005
Sold
$500,000
$244/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 17, 2005
Sold
$427,500
$208/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,379 (+0.2%)
$64,435 + $115,273
$179,708
2024
$10,354 (+8.2%)
$64,435 + $115,273
$179,708
2023
$9,567 (+11.5%)
$62,082 + $111,064
$173,146
2022
$8,580 (+2.9%)
$54,504 + $97,507
$152,011
2021
$8,342 (+2.3%)
$50,950 + $91,149
$142,099
2020
$8,155 (+1.5%)
$50,511 + $90,363
$140,874
2019
$8,039 (+34.5%)
$49,858 + $94,405
$144,263
2018
$5,977 (+3.4%)
$65,920 + $46,834
$112,754
2017
$5,780 (−22.8%)
$65,920 + $46,834
$112,754
2016
$7,483 (+1.1%)
$64,818 + $84,737
$149,555
2015
$7,404 (+6.0%)
$61,696 + $80,656
$142,352
2013
$6,987 (+2.1%)
$52,157 + $73,748
$125,905
2012
$6,844 (+2.6%)
$54,585 + $77,182
$131,767
2011
$6,670 (+1.7%)
$58,094 + $82,143
$140,237
2010
$6,559 (−0.1%)
$68,907 + $80,483
$149,390
2008
$6,567 (+10.8%)
$75,251 + $87,892
$163,143
2007
$5,927
$74,693 + $87,241
$161,934
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
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Lot size
4,750 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1923
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,052
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,052
Year built
1923
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lake County
APN
12-28-305-008
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.
GR3
General Residence District
The GR-3 District is a two-family residence district used for the purpose of maintaining the character of those areas of the community traditionally zoned for two-family dwellings, partially developed by such uses, and in the best interests of the community, desirably maintained for one-and two-family dwelling use.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Greenhouse / nursery
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Park & open space
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
0% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Lake Forest, IL • 60045
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.2 hours in
June and 3.3 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10.2 hrs
3.3 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 1060 Griffith Rd
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $795,000 and $2,700,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $795K to $2.7M.