A rare opportunity tucked away on coveted Farm Road, this beautifully updated home sits on a generous .73-acre fully fenced lot, offering exceptional privacy and expansive outdoor space. The heart of the home is the stunning eat-in kitchen, featuring custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, premium Thermador and SubZero appliances, and upgraded lighting throughout. Open to the family room with vaulted ceiling and new sliding patio doors, the layout is ideal for both everyday living and entertaining, with seamless indoor-outdoor flow and picturesque views of the lush yard and spacious patio with new built in gas fire pit. The primary suite is highlighted by a gorgeous spa-like bathroom with a walk-in shower, bench seating, custom wood cabinetry, and high-quality fixtures. A first-floor office provides excellent flexibility and may easily function as a fifth bedroom. The finished basement adds valuable living space and includes a dedicated exercise room. Truly move-in ready, this home is ideally located with convenient access to the West Lake Forest Metra Station, along with nearby shopping and dining. The neighborhood is served by Everett Elementary School and Lake Forest High School, completing this exceptional offering in the heart of Lake Forest.
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$1,255,000
1831 Farm Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
5beds
3,050sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1961
0.79 Acres Lot
$1,255,300 Zestimate®
$411/sqft
$5,319 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,255,300
$1.15M - $1.37M
$5,319/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: February 20, 2026 at 12:35pm
Listing courtesy of:
Pam MacPherson 847-508-8048,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate,
Lauren Marquardt 847-315-0475,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with:
Brandy Isaac
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12552560
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full, Double Sink, Lever/Easy to use faucets, 34 Inch or Lower Vanity, Shower Only)
- Level: Second
- Area: 238 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X13
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X13
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 336 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X16
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Pantry-Closet, Granite Counters, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X14
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 350 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X25
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Cooktop, Oven, Gas Cooktop, Electric Oven
- Laundry: Main Level, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features
- Vaulted Ceiling(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, Built-in Features, High Ceilings, Separate Dining Room, Pantry, Quartz Counters
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Doors: Sliding Doors, Lever Style Door Handles, Sliding Glass Door(s)
- Windows: Skylight(s), Bay Window(s), Insulated Windows, Window Treatments
- Basement: Finished,Crawl Space,Full
- Attic: Pull Down Stair
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Gas Starter, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 3,050 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Owned, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Fire Pit
- Fencing: Fenced,Wood
Lot
- Size: 0.79 Acres
- Dimensions: 125X268X125X265
Details
- Parcel number: 15122050050000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding, Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1961
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Park, Street Lights, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Lake Forest
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/20/2026 | Sold | $1,255,000+0.5%$411/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12552560 Report a problem | ||
| 2/7/2026 | Pending sale | $1,249,000$410/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12552560 Report a problem | ||
| 2/2/2026 | Contingent | $1,249,000$410/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12552560 Report a problem | ||
| 1/30/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,249,000+78.4%$410/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12552560 Report a problem | ||
| 5/7/2020 | Sold | $700,000-4%$230/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10583278 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $15,936 +16.8% | $268,282 +6.9% |
| 2022 | $13,646 +3% | $250,940 +11.4% |
| 2021 | $13,245 +2.5% | $225,194 +0.7% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60045
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Everett Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.9 mi
- 9/10Deer Path Middle School WestGrades: 7-8Distance: 2.9 mi
- 10/10Lake Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Everett Elementary School
- Middle: Deer Path Middle School
- High: Lake Forest High School
- District: 67
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Illinois
- Lake County
- Lake Forest
- 60045
- 1831 Farm Rd