Contingent

$600,000

479 E Illinois Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045

--beds

--baths

0.57Acres

Unimproved Land

Built in ----

0.57 Acres Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$--/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Privacy and convenienceDesirable neighborhoodTruly exceptional setting

Build Your Dream Home in Coveted East Lake Forest! Incredible opportunity to own a beautiful piece of .57 acre land in the heart of prestigious East Lake Forest, walking distance to DT Lake Forest. Nestled on a picturesque, tree-lined street, this generous homesite offers the perfect canvas to create your custom single-family retreat. Enjoy an unparalleled lifestyle just moments from Lake Michigan's sandy beaches, scenic bike trails, charming downtown shops and restaurants, top-rated schools, and the Metra train for easy city access. Surrounded by timeless architecture and natural beauty, this prime location offers both privacy and convenience in one of Lake Forest's most desirable neighborhoods. Bring your vision-this is a rare chance to build in a truly exceptional setting. Approved R1 zoning for a single family home. We work with Builders who specialize in Lake Forest.

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Facts & features

Property

Parking

Parking features: Shared Driveway
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Features

Frontage length: 123

Lot

Size: 0.57 Acres
Dimensions: 123 X 185 X 151 X 175 X 28

Details

Parcel number: 12334010350000
Zoning: SINGL
Special conditions: None

Utilities & green energy

Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Available

Community & HOA

Location

Region: Lake Forest

Financial & listing details

Annual tax amount: $6,278
Date on market: 11/4/2025
Ownership: Fee Simple
Road surface type: Asphalt

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
12/10/2025	Contingent	$600,000
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12511057 Report a problem
11/4/2025	Listed for sale	$600,000
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12511057 Report a problem
10/6/2025	Listing removed	$600,000
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12343988 Report a problem
5/16/2025	Price change	$600,000-7.7%
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12343988 Report a problem
4/22/2025	Listed for sale	$650,000+44.4%
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12343988 Report a problem
8/8/2023	Sold	$450,000-6.1%
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11614530 Report a problem
6/24/2023	Contingent	$479,000
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11614530 Report a problem
8/26/2022	Listed for sale	$479,000-4%
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11614530 Report a problem
8/12/2022	Listing removed	--
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11187728 Report a problem
10/19/2021	Price change	$499,000-5%
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11187728 Report a problem
8/12/2021	Listed for sale	$525,000
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11187728 Report a problem

Public tax history

Tax history is unavailable.

Monthly payment

Estimated monthly payment

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HOA fees may include property taxes on listings classified as Co-Ops. Contact the listing agent and/or owner for fee details.

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Climate risks

Neighborhood: 60045

Getting around

57 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

60 / 100

Bikeable

Nearby schools

GreatSchools rating

8/10
Deer Path Middle School East
Grades: 5-6Distance: 0.7 mi
9/10
Deer Path Middle School West
Grades: 7-8Distance: 0.8 mi
10/10
Lake Forest High School
Grades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi

Schools provided by the listing agent

Elementary: Sheridan 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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