This charming and thoughtfully updated cottage lives larger than it appears and offers generous living space in a prime East Lake Forest location. Just minutes from vibrant downtown, shops, restaurants and beach, this move-in ready home combines comfort and convenience. The open-concept main level creates an inviting flow, featuring a generous family room and a recently remodeled kitchen with an island and abundant cabinet space. Perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The sun filled dining room showcases a picture window and seamless access to the expansive, south facing deck which overlooks the landscaped yard. Plus, a two-car garage. Two well-sized bedrooms with ample closet space and an updated bathroom complete the main level, highlighted by gleaming hardwood flooring throughout. The finished lower level provides exceptional additional living space, including a recreation room, a large bedroom with tons of storage, a laundry room, full bathroom, and another versatile bedroom ideal for home office or exercise room. An incredible opportunity to enjoy a meticulously improved home in a sought after location!
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$600,000
689 E Illinois Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
4beds
1,623sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1953
7,405.2 Square Feet Lot
$622,000 Zestimate®
$370/sqft
$3,679 Estimated rent
Home value
$622,000
$591,000 - $653,000
$3,679/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 16, 2026 at 01:11pm
Listing courtesy of:
Susan Amory Weninger 773-882-6194,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with:
Marjorie Richter
Baird & Warner
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12566895
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X13
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X10
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Island), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X11
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 60 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X6
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 238 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X14
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
- Laundry: Sink
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, Open Floorplan
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Finished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,623
- Total interior livable area: 1,623 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Size: 7,405 sqft
- Dimensions: 52.9X147X52.8X156.9
Details
- Parcel number: 12334090990000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1953
- Major remodel year: 2004
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Curbs, Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Lake Forest
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/16/2026 | Sold | $600,000+0.2%$370/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12566895 Report a problem | ||
| 3/14/2026 | Listing removed | $5,000$3/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12577441 Report a problem | ||
| 3/6/2026 | Listed for rent | $5,000+100%$3/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12577441 Report a problem | ||
| 2/15/2026 | Contingent | $599,000$369/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12566895 Report a problem | ||
| 2/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $599,000+33.1%$369/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12566895 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $7,954 +14.9% | $147,950 +8.5% |
| 2022 | $6,923 +2.9% | $136,385 +13% |
| 2021 | $6,728 +2.3% | $120,663 +0.3% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60045
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Deer Path Middle School EastGrades: 5-6Distance: 1 mi
- 9/10Deer Path Middle School WestGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 10/10Lake Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 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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Estimated market value
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- Illinois
- Lake County
- Lake Forest
- 60045
- 689 E Illinois Rd