1285 Montgomery Dr

Deerfield IL 60015

1874 sq. ft.

0.27 ac.

Single-Family

Last sold for $864,000

Elliot Jaffe, last sold this property on 16 March 2026 after 40 days on market.

Overview

A rare opportunity to own a spectacular ranch with sweeping Lake Eleanor views and lake rights. Located in Lake Eleanor Estates, this three-bedroom, three-bath home offers peaceful lakefront living with fishing and boating privileges. Beautiful water views are enjoyed from every rear-facing window, creating a serene backdrop throughout the home. The main living space features an inviting great room with a wood-beamed ceiling and Italian porcelain flooring. Sliding glass doors open to a balcony spanning the full width of the home, making it an ideal setting for morning coffee or evening sunsets overlooking the lake. The primary bedroom features hardwood floors, a walk-in closet, and an ensuite bathroom with a new vanity and quartz countertop. Two additional bedrooms with hardwood floors and a hall bath complete the main level. The walk-out lower level is designed for both relaxation and entertaining, offering a spacious family room with a wood-burning fireplace with gas setup, a recreation room, a full bath, and an office or exercise room. Sliding doors open to a large patio, a sandy beach, and seamless access to the shoreline. Recent improvements include a new roof, new gutters with oversized downspouts, newer zoned A/C units providing independent temperature control, a tankless water heater, sump pumps with backup, and a completely rebuilt shoreline stone retaining wall. Additional updates include a new concrete walkway and stoop, a new front door with sidelights and exterior lighting, new garage door, a fenced dog run with pea gravel, and an invisible dog fence. Custom landscaping with ornamental trees and flowerbeds enhances the thoughtfully designed outdoor spaces, creating effortless indoor-outdoor living and tranquil lake views year-round. Served by award-winning schools, this exceptional home offers a unique blend of natural beauty, recreation, and comfort in a highly desirable setting.

Features

4 bedrooms

3 bathrooms

2 carspaces

2 garage spaces

1874 sq. ft. floor area

0.27 ac. lot size

Single-Family

Estimated Value

Based on this property and similar 4 bedroom single-family properties sold in Deerfield over the last 12 months, the estimated median property value of 1285 Montgomery Dr is $835k.

Median value

$835k

Estimated value range

$380k - $2.27m

Median days on market

Estimated value trend

increase over the last 12 months

Average days on market is based on recent, comparable sales in Deerfield. It is only an indication of the time a property is actively listed and should not be relied upon as an accurate representation of how soon a property will be sold.

Property history for 1285 Montgomery Dr

2026

Sold

$864,000

16 Mar 2026 by Elliot Jaffe, of Jaffe Realty Inc.

2015

Sold

$467,000

13 Feb 2015 by Michael Cell, of RE/MAX Suburban

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