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$1,295,000

Sold
490 S Waukegan Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
5 Beds
4 Baths
3,658 Square Feet
0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1977
Sold
Units n/a
Checked: 12 hours ago
Updated: Jul 21, 2025 at 03:44AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$2,050
Cap Rate
3.8%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-8.3%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.67
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-4.0%

Property Description


0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1977
Sold
Units n/a

Stunning fully updated home secluded on nearly one and a half acres in beautiful Lake Forest! This modern farmhouse gut renovated in 2022 with 5 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms - is what you have been waiting for! Greeted by warm front porch, you enter into the lovely foyer which is open to a bright formal living room with electric fireplace, tucked away private office with gas fireplace, and nicely sized dining room with storage closet. The sun-filled gourmet kitchen features custom white cabinetry, quartz countertops, breakfast bar and breakfast table nook, large pantry - opens to pretty family room with gas fireplace and sliding glass doors that overlook patio & backyard! The first floor also features an oversized laundry and mud room, a guest bedroom with gorgeous hall bathroom, and an attached 2.5 car garage. Upstairs you will find a peaceful primary suite with two walk in closets and spa-like bathroom with huge dual vanity, soaking tub, and nice shower. Three large family bedrooms round out the second floor - one with an en suite bath while two share a lovely hall bath. Huge finished basement with plentiful recreation space & entertaining space - plus tons of storage! Amazing backyard with great patio, covered pergola with tv, fire pit area, swing set, basketball hoop, and lots of yard. Located in desirable Lake Forest, this home is just minutes away from great schools, shopping, dining, and entertainment!

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Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Garage
  • Details: Asphalt, Concrete, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Attached, Garage
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Spaces Total: 2

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 5

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 4
  • # of Baths (Total): 4.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 11
  • # of Stories: 2
  • 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: 1606401006
  • Lot Size: 0 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1977

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $18,960

Utilities

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

Location

  • County: Lake

Listing Details


Listed by:
Katharine Hackett
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(847) 271-3733

Source:
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS#: 12373311
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$2,050
Cap Rate
3.8%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-8.3%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.67
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-4.0%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$1,295,000
Amount financed:
-$1,036,000
Down payment:
$259,000
Closing costs:
$38,850
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$297,850
Square feet:
3,658
Cost per square foot:
$354
Monthly rent per square foot:
$2.24

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$1,036,000
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$6,128
Property tax:
$1,580
Insurance:
$574
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$8,282

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$8,200 $98,400
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$492 -$5,904
Operating income:
$7,708 $92,496

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (19%)
19%-$1,580-$18,961
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$574-$6,888
Property management: (8%)
8%-$656-$7,872
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$410-$4,920
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$410-$4,920
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (44%)
44%-$3,630-$43,561

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$4,078 $48,936
Mortgage payments:
-$6,128 -$73,536
Cash flow:
-$2,050 -$24,600