51 Sequoia Ct, Lake Forest, IL 60045
SOLD
DEC 15, 2025

51 Sequoia Ct
Lake Forest, IL 60045

  • 6 Beds
  • 8.5 Baths
  • 7,893 sqft (on 1.38 acres)

$3,470,000

Last Sold: Dec 15, 2025
9% below list $3.8M
$440/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $24,903/mo*

$3,470,000

Last Sold: Dec 15, 2025
9% below list $3.8M
$440/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $24,903/mo*
6 Beds
8.5 Baths
7,893 sqft
(on 1.38 acres)

Local Information

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Description

This absolutely stunning and sensational Masterpiece sits on 1.38 acres! 7893 sq ft of pure perfection! 5 Bedrooms and 6.5 baths. The grand entry foyer will put you in awe! Every inch of this home is quality! The kitchen is incredibly updated with glorious counter tops and brilliant fixtures. Dream Grand master suite with luxury bath, fireplace, tall ceilings and private deck. The delightfully finished basement features a beautifully finished recreation area, game room, fitness center, and glorious guest suite with its own kitchen. The spacious lot features a luxury fountain and sprawling lawns and a tasteful patio. Buyer must have POF or Qualification confirmation.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from December 18, 2025

Home Highlights

Parking
4 Car Garage
Outdoor
Patio
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$440/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 51 Sequoia Ct

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished,FullNumber of Rooms: 17Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Dining Room, Exercise Room, Family Room, Family Room Down, Foyer, Game Room, Heated Sun Room, Kitchen, Kitchen 2 Nd, Laundry, Living Room, Office, Recreation RoomWet Bar
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 6Number of Bathrooms: 9Number of Bathrooms (full): 8Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 7893 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator, Range HoodDishwasherDryerLaundry: Main LevelMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Radiant FloorHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 5Fireplace: Gas Log, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, BasementHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Skylight(s)Flooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Accessibility: No Disability AccessElevatorFloors: Hardwood
View
No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: SlatePatio / Porch: PatioExterior: BalconyFoundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 4Number of Covered Spaces: 4Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 4Parking: Asphalt,Garage Door Opener,Garage,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Detached
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1993
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: French Provincial
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New ConstructionIncludes Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 16052060050000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $3,800,000Price Per Sqft: $440/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Oct 31 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

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

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 11547 Square Feet

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1.38 Acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Exclusions-Call List Office, List Broker Must Accompany, Home Warranty

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12412877Activation Date: Tue Sep 02 2025

Additional Information

MRD SHARE WITH CLIENTS: YesSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesSource Internet Address DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: Yes
Last check for updates: about 5 hours ago
Listed by Maureen O'Grady-Tuohy, (847) 234-2500
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Seamus Tuohy
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Bought with: Alissa Morton, (847) 363-4566, Compass
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12412877

Price History for 51 Sequoia Ct

DatePriceEventSource
12/15/2025$3,470,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12412877
11/03/2025$3,800,000ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12412877
09/02/2025$3,800,000Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12412877
03/06/2021$2,999,900ListingRemovedBHHS Chicago #10970141
01/13/2021$2,999,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
11/29/2020$3,295,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
01/18/2020$3,295,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
06/20/2000$3,300,000Sold
N/A
09/17/1998$2,750,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Lake Forest

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.2M
Sale-to-List Price
Price per sq ft
$377
Available listings
68
12
MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2023
Tax$49,796
Assessment$2,410,303
Home facts updated by county records

Homeowner tools

Estimated monthly rent$7,935/mo

Comparable Sales for 51 Sequoia Ct

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.31
Single-Family Home
$3,955,000
08/01/25
6
7.5
6,258
0.36
Single-Family Home
$3,000,000
11/20/25
4
5
6,133
0.34
Single-Family Home
$2,295,000
09/08/25
5
5.5
5,614
0.66
Single-Family Home
$2,900,000
07/18/25
6
5.5
6,868
0.61
Single-Family Home
$2,700,000
05/29/26
5
5.5
5,948
0.57
Single-Family Home
$2,380,000
09/08/25
5
5.5
4,810
0.77
Single-Family Home
$3,080,000
09/22/25
6
5
5,734
0.37
Single-Family Home
$6,350,000
05/11/26
8
11.5
11,542

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Lake Forest

At least 105 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 93 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 91 % Say parking is easy

  • 86 % Say car is needed

  • 83 % 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

  • 56 % 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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  • Clay Cannady
    "It is a wonderfully beautiful and safe place to raise kids. The schools are outstanding, the sense of community extraordinary and the access to nature and open specials unique."
  • Maribelgarcia1115
    "This neighborhood is absolutely beautiful. My neighbors are responsible for picking up after they walk their dogs. They are very conscious about it."
  • Cathtob
    "Lots of other dog owners and free poop bags provided in the parks. Plus, Openlands allows dogs off leash "
  • Clay Cannady
    "Dog owners are in the majority, they are generally respectful and the dogs are most welcome. There are few if any incidents, owners take responsibility, and outdoor access plays an important part."
  • Trulia User
    "Lots of dogs live here and everyone picks up after their animals and it’s very well kept. Great place!"
  • Pamgem62
    "Dog walkers are frequently on Green Bay but people without dogs are wary. Not everyone says “Hello” but feel safe on road. "
  • Ekmillerlaw
    "I’ve been in Lake Forest for over 30 years. Wonderful community, my kids got great educations, safe and beautifully cared for."
  • Bbalais
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for a year and it’s been great. Close to the Metra so it’s easy to get downtown. The people are friendly and it’s a cute little town. I love the beach, the parks and the bike trail."
  • Jimmy
    "Its a really clean neighborhood. It’s a nice safe neighborhood to walk around but it’s so expensive to live there."
  • Jk
    "My neighborhood in Lake Forest is very friendly, very quiet, lots of trees and grass and other green spaces."
  • Steve M. .
    "I’ve list in the neighborhood 26 years and walked the dogs every day, met many friendly people . The trees and landscaping in the area are beautiful "
  • Catherinemary924
    "Lake Forest is a dream town to live in. The schools and activities are excellent. The only downside is that one must have a lot of money to buy a home here, and children can be overly indulged. The town is beautiful and safe, but it does not have much diversity. Education and sports are top priorities."
  • Catherinemary924
    "Tree lighting in Market Square, Lake Forest Day, parade, flags line street for every holiday, music in the square, Bonfire and Bagpipes, many others."
  • Lydia C.
    "Lake Forest has open access to nature including the beach at Lake Michigan and Open Lands as well as Maureen trees."
  • Lakeforestmama
    "4th of July celebration, annual Christmas tree / downtown holiday lighting, beautiful lake front, quaint downtown and independent shops"
  • Steve M.
    "Everyone talks to the dog walkers. This help create a real neighborhood. Plus it’s good exercise for both the dog and the owner "
  • Steve M.
    "This is the most dog friendly neighborhood in our town. Neighbors stop and talk to us whenever we walk our dog "
  • Steve M.
    "20 makes minute drive to the small town where I have a store, a pleasant drive with winding streets , forests of trees and historic architecture "
  • Zma453
    "Not too many from outside the neighborhood come into the town. Retail surrounds the area keeping traffic out. "
  • Sogilmore
    "Lake front park, large lots, old growth tree lines streets , clean bucolic neighborhood, great schools "
  • Lydia C.
    "The abundance of beautiful trees and the close proximity to Lake Michigan make Lake Forest a special place to call home."

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Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Click here for more information
51 Sequoia Ct, Lake Forest, IL 60045 is a 6 bedroom, 9 bathroom, 7,893 sqft single-family home built in 1993. This property is not currently available for sale. 51 Sequoia Ct was last sold on Dec 15, 2025 for $3,470,000 (9% lower than the asking price of $3,800,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 51 Sequoia Ct is $3,558,000.