Stunning fully updated home secluded on nearly one and a half acres in beautiful Lake Forest! This modern farmhouse gut renovated in 2022 with 5 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms - is what you have been waiting for! Greeted by warm front porch, you enter into the lovely foyer which is open to a bright formal living room with electric fireplace, tucked away private office with gas fireplace, and nicely sized dining room with storage closet. The sun-filled gourmet kitchen features custom white cabinetry, quartz countertops, breakfast bar and breakfast table nook, large pantry - opens to pretty family room with gas fireplace and sliding glass doors that overlook patio & backyard! The first floor also features an oversized laundry and mud room, a guest bedroom with gorgeous hall bathroom, and an attached 2.5 car garage. Upstairs you will find a peaceful primary suite with two walk in closets and spa-like bathroom with huge dual vanity, soaking tub, and nice shower. Three large family bedrooms round out the second floor - one with an en suite bath while two share a lovely hall bath. Huge finished basement with plentiful recreation space & entertaining space - plus tons of storage! Amazing backyard with great patio, covered pergola with tv, fire pit area, swing set, basketball hoop, and lots of yard. Located in desirable Lake Forest, this home is just minutes away from great schools, shopping, dining, and entertainment!
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$1,385,000
490 S Waukegan Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
5beds
3,658sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1977
1.46 Acres Lot
$1,430,300 Zestimate®
$379/sqft
$6,565 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,430,300
$1.29M - $1.59M
$6,565/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 21, 2025 at 01:01am
Listing courtesy of:
Katie Hackett 847-271-3733,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with:
Joe Tyler Gerber
Compass
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12373311
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 280 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X14
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 255 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X15
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X12
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X13
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X15
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 330 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X15
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X14
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Custom Cabinetry, Pantry, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 270 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X15
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 280 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X14
Office
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X15
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 1400 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50X28
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood
- Laundry: Main Level, In Unit, Sink
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Open Floorplan, Separate Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Electric, Gas Log, Family Room, Living Room, Other
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,200
- Total interior livable area: 3,658 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 1,350
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2.5
- Parking features: Asphalt, Concrete, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2.5
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
Lot
- Size: 1.46 Acres
- Dimensions: 250 X 240 X 273 X 273
- Features: Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Pergola
- Parcel number: 16064010060000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Fiber Cement
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1977
- Major remodel year: 2022
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Lake Forest
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/17/2025 | Sold | $1,385,000+6.9%$379/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12373311 Report a problem | ||
| 7/10/2025 | Pending sale | $1,295,000$354/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12373311 Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2025 | Listing removed | $35,000$10/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12346716 Report a problem | ||
| 5/30/2025 | Contingent | $1,295,000$354/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12373311 Report a problem | ||
| 5/27/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,295,000+22.7%$354/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12373311 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $16,691 -0.7% | $334,908 +22.4% |
| 2022 | $16,802 +5.1% | $273,538 -4.8% |
| 2021 | $15,989 +84.4% | $287,248 +3.5% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60045
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Everett Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 1 mi
- 9/10Deer Path Middle School WestGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 10/10Lake Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.9 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
- 490 S Waukegan Rd