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$1,265,000

For Sale - Active
1137 Griffith Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
3 Beds
4 Baths
1,992 Square Feet
0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1947
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 5 hours ago
Updated: Jun 27, 2025 at 03:37AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$4,668
Cap Rate
1.3%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-19.3%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.22
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-14.6%

Property Description


0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1947
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

Beautifully Renovated Two-Story Home Perfectly situated in the heart of East Lake Forest, this impeccably renovated two-story residence-completely updated in 2018-offers a harmonious blend of classic sophistication and contemporary comfort. Just steps from the beach, charming downtown, train station, scenic bike paths, and Lake Forest High School, the location is truly without equal. The main level welcomes you with a warm and inviting living room featuring custom built-ins, ideal for displaying cherished decor and housing media with style. This space flows effortlessly into a thoughtfully designed kitchen, which opens to a sun-drenched dining area-perfect for both daily living and entertaining. A private home office, enclosed with stylish sliding barn doors, provides a quiet retreat for work or study. A full bathroom completes the well-appointed first floor. Upstairs, three generously sized bedrooms offer comfort and versatility, including a serene primary suite with a spa-inspired bath boasting a walk-in shower, soaking tub, and double vanities. The finished basement adds even more functional living space with a cozy family room, a well-equipped laundry room with utility sink, a fourth bedroom, and a half bath-ideal for guests, in-laws, or extended family. With its seamless blend of elegant design, thoughtful updates, and premier location, this home embodies the very best of Lake Forest living. Photos being taken May 7.

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Location


Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Detached, Garage, Garage On-Site
  • Details: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Detached, Garage
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Spaces Total: 2

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 3

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 3
  • # of Baths (Total): 4.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 9
  • # of Stories: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Sump Pump, Finished, Full
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Wood Siding
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof Material: Asphalt

Land Information

  • Land Use: Residential
  • Land Use Subtype: Single Family Residential

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 1228306003
  • Lot Size: 0 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1947

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $10,682

Utilities

  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air

Location

  • County: Lake

Listing Details


Listed by:
Amy Proeh
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
(847) 209-9797

Source:
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS#: 12349357
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$4,668
Cap Rate
1.3%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-19.3%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.22
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-14.6%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$1,265,000
Amount financed:
-$1,012,000
Down payment:
$253,000
Closing costs:
$37,950
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$290,950
Square feet:
1,992
Cost per square foot:
$635
Monthly rent per square foot:
$1.61

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$1,012,000
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$5,986
Property tax:
$890
Insurance:
$224
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$7,100

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$3,200 $38,400
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$192 -$2,304
Operating income:
$3,008 $36,096

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (28%)
28%-$890-$10,682
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$224-$2,688
Property management: (8%)
8%-$256-$3,072
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$160-$1,920
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$160-$1,920
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (53%)
53%-$1,690-$20,282

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$1,318 $15,816
Mortgage payments:
-$5,986 -$71,832
Cash flow:
$4,668 $56,016