256 E Linden Ave
Lake Forest, IL 60045
5 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,700 sqft (on 0.38 acres)
5 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,700 sqft
(on 0.38 acres)
Local Information
- Map ViewExplore the area around 256 E Linden Ave.
- Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
- Shop & Eat
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Home Highlights
Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1965
Lot Size
0.38 acres
Living Area
2,700 sqft
Price/Sqft
$459
Parking
Garage
HOA
None
About this House
This charming home has been completely updated inside and out. You will find gracious entertaining spaces on the main level including a white kitchen with breakfast room and wet bar, which easily flows to the living room, family room, and bluestone patio. There are four spacious bedrooms on the upper level, and a fifth bedroom or office in the finished basement. This home has been expanded on the second level, and the garage was completely replaced and now enjoys a massive, pleasant attic space. The roof was just replaced last month, and the siding is James Hardy Board. This home has been meticulously cared for and the list of features and updates is extensive! This home is located in a special setting within the H.O. Stone neighborhood which enjoys the lower property taxes of West Deerfield Township. It is also just steps to the footbridge over the creek to Waveland Park and Cherokee Elementary School.
256 E Linden Ave, Lake Forest, IL 60045 is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,700 sqft single-family home built in 1965. It last sold for $1,005,000 on Oct 31, 2023 (1% above the $995,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,239,000, with a rent estimate of $6,544/month.
Home Details for 256 E Linden Ave
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MLS Status: Closed |
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Interior Details Basement: Finished,Crawl Space,PartialNumber of Rooms: 11Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Breakfast Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Recreation RoomWet Bar |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 2700 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Down Draft, Gas CooktopDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Main LevelMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas |
Fireplace & Spa Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Gas Log, Living RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Flooring: Hardwood |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood |
View Has a ViewView: Water |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: PatioFencing: InvisibleExterior: Fire PitFoundation: Concrete Perimeter |
Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Asphalt,Garage Door Opener,On Site,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage |
Frontage WaterfrontOn Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer |
Farm & Range Includes Irrigation Water Rights |
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Year Built Year Built: 1965 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Colonial |
Building Construction Materials: OtherNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels |
Property Information Parcel Number: 16091020140000 |
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Price List Price: $995,000 |
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Sat Sep 16 2023Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow |
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Direction & Address City: Lake Forest |
School Information Elementary School: Cherokee Elementary SchoolElementary School District: 67Jr High / Middle School: Deer Path Middle SchoolJr High / Middle School District: 67High School: Lake Forest High SchoolHigh School District: 115 |
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Building Area Building Area: 702 Square Feet |
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Community Features: Water Rights, Curbs |
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HOA Fee Includes: None |
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Lot Area: 0.38 acres |
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Special Conditions: None |
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Listing Terms: Cash |
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Business Information Ownership: Fee Simple |
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BasementMls Number: 11865615Water ViewWater View: WaterActivation Date: Wed Sep 13 2023 |
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Water RightsCurbsMRD SHARE WITH CLIENTS: YesSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display |
Last check for updates: about 12 hours ago
Listed by Suzanne Myers, (847) 234-8000
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with: Andra O'Neill, (847) 650-9093, @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#11865615
Price History for 256 E Linden Ave
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 10/31/2023 | $1,005,000 | Sold | MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11865615 |
| 10/09/2023 | $995,000 | Pending | MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11865615 |
| 09/17/2023 | $995,000 | Contingent | MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11865615 |
| 09/13/2023 | $995,000 | Listed For Sale | MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11865615 |
Market trends in Lake Forest
Last updated June 2026
Avg. sale price
$1.3M
Sale-to-List Price
99.2%
Price per sq ft
$377
Available listings
66
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Comparable Sales for 256 E Linden Ave
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.10 | Single-Family Home | $979,500 | 06/22/26 | 4 | 2.5 | 2,724 | |
0.03 | Single-Family Home | $875,000 | 08/18/25 | 4 | 2.5 | 2,848 | |
0.18 | Single-Family Home | $1,060,000 | 04/08/26 | 4 | 2.5 | 2,378 | |
0.17 | Single-Family Home | $850,000 | 01/29/26 | 4 | 2.5 | 2,340 | |
0.25 | Single-Family Home | $1,150,000 | 06/16/26 | 6 | 3.5 | 3,008 | |
0.25 | Single-Family Home | $787,500 | 04/01/26 | 4 | 3 | 2,184 | |
0.28 | Single-Family Home | $1,050,000 | 07/07/26 | 4 | 3 | 3,108 | |
0.63 | Single-Family Home | $1,045,000 | 04/13/26 | 5 | 2.5 | 2,648 | |
0.44 | Single-Family Home | $849,000 | 08/06/25 | 3 | 2 | 2,102 |
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Assigned Schools
These are the assigned schools for 256 E Linden Ave.
- Cherokee Elementary School
- K-4
- Public
- 339 Students
10/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageWe had naive high hopes that this would be a sweet and loving neighborhood school. When you talk to other parents their experiences mirror ours but they resign themselves to accepting it. Bullying is epidemic - we saw physical (kid to kid, physical fights including a group of older children attacking a much younger child) as well as emotional and verbal bullying in a myriad of forms sadly from both adults and children. The staff admitted that there is a bullying problem but are not invested in facilitating a better environment and are not fully forthright with parents. I have heard from many parents needing more support than we did that they have had to fight to be heard. They were disrespected and rebuffed by administrators. Summarily, regardless of your situation, expect to have to advocate. I would look elsewhere if you are able, have heard far better reports from parents at the other LF public schools. I have met those that say they love it, but they seem to be trying to convince themselves more than anything even after admitting to their own negative experiences. Maybe it works for you but maybe it doesn’t. Overall, I would ascertain that the environment distracts from academic progress. Best of luck.Parent Review3y ago - Deer Path Middle School West
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10/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageMy two boys studied here and they both got incredible education and made lifelong friends.Yes, it is a fact that this community comprises of mostly wealthy families but we have seen so far are just regular kids. DPM prepared our kids well for high school. One of them went to a top 5 college in the nation for his discipline. We are thankful to the wonderful DPM that paved the way for their success.Parent Review1y ago - Deer Path Middle School East
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- 9-12
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9/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageQuite possibly the best education any child would be lucky enough to receive in this country. The environment is geared toward learning and advancement toward college and a professional career. Teachers are engaging and knowledgeable. The only hit or miss is the administrative staff. Solid school, solid education along with a great athletic program. Highly recommend LFHSParent Review3y ago 
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What Locals Say about Lake Forest
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93 % Say it's dog friendly
91 % Say parking is easy
86 % Say car is needed
84 % Say it's quiet
83 % Say there's holiday spirit
82 % Say people would walk alone at night
81 % Say yards are well-kept
79 % Say there are sidewalks
78 % Say there's wildlife
71 % Say kids play outside
65 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
64 % Say neighbors are friendly
57 % Say streets are well-lit
54 % Say there are community events
50 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
50 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
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