689 E Illinois Road Lake Forest, IL $ 599,000
689 E Illinois Road
$ 599,000
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689 E Illinois Road

Lake Forest, IL, 60045
$ 599,000
Bedrooms4 Baths2.0 Sq 1,623

Monthly Estimate*

$ 3,688

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Single Family Home for sale in Lake Forest, IL

for $599,000 with 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths. This 1,623 square foot home was built in 1953 on a lot size of 0.17.

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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Single Family Contingent

Price

$ 599,000

Bedrooms

4

Full Bath

2

Property Type

Single Family

Taxes

$ 8,249

Style

Ranch,Traditional

Lot Size

0.17

Year Built

1953

Town/City

Lake Forest

County/Region

Lake

MLS | Web ID

12566895

Features
General
Living Area 1623
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Natural Gas Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Possession Closing
Roof Asphalt
Appliances Microwave Dishwasher Refrigerator Washer Dryer Disposal
Garage Spaces 2
Association Fee Includes None
Architectural Style Ranch Traditional
Construction Materials Brick
Year Built 1953
Township Shields
Tax Year 2024
Ownership Fee Simple
Community Features Curbs Sidewalks
Assoc Fee Paid Per Not Applicable
County Lake
New Construction N
Property Type Residential Detached Single
Contingency Attorney/Inspection
Total Rooms 8
Full Baths 2
Status Contingent
Directions East on Deerpath to Green Bay North on Green Bay to Illinois. Turn left onto Illinois and proceed to property- on your right.
High School Lake Forest High School
City Lake Forest
High School District 115
MLS Area Lake Forest
Elementary School Sheridan Elementary School
Tax Annual Amount 8249.6
Middle/Junior High School Deer Path Middle School
Standard Status Active Under Contract
Middle/Junior School District 67
Elementary School District 67
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Interior
Interior Amenities Cathedral Ceiling(s) 1st Floor Bedroom Open Floorplan
Basement Finished Full
Flooring Hardwood
Half Baths 0
Laundry Features Sink
Total Bedrooms 2
Room Type Recreation Room
Total Baths 2
Bedrooms Possible 4
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Exterior
Parking Features Asphalt Garage Door Opener Yes Garage Owned Detached Garage
Water Source Lake Michigan
Total Parking 2
Lot Dimensions 52.9X147X52.8X156.9
Lot Size Acres 0.17
Waterfront Y/N N
Other Equipment Security System CO Detectors Sump Pump
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List By
@Properties Christie's International Real Estate

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susanamory@atproperties.com

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$4,376
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Monthly Principal & Interest
$3,688
Monthly Property Taxes
$687
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Nearby
567642 Elementary School
567092 Middle School
Lake Forest High School High School
Pricing History
DatePricePrice ChangeDescription
2/13/2026$599,000 Listed Price

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689 E Illinois Road, Lake Forest, IL, 60045 is a Single Family Home for sale at $599,000 with 1,623 sqft and a lot size of 0.17. 689 E Illinois Road has 4 bedrooms, 2.0 baths, and was built in 1953. The property's zip code is 60045 which is in Lake Forest, IL