198 Wildwood Road Lake Forest, IL ^$ 899,000

198 Wildwood Road

^$ 899,000

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198 Wildwood Road

Lake Forest, IL, 60045

^$ 899,000

Bedrooms4 Baths2.1 Sq 1,956

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^$ 5,676

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Single Family Home for sale in Lake Forest, IL

for $899,000 with 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths, 1 half bath. This 1,956 square foot home was built in 1923 on a lot size of 0.34.

Beautifully reimagined from top to bottom, this light-filled East Lake Forest residence seamlessly blends timeless character with sophisticated modern updates. Set on an expansive, professionally landscaped lot, the home offers exceptional indoor and outdoor living in one of the community's most coveted locations. Inside, soaring ceilings, oversized windows, rich hardwood floors, and exquisite millwork create an elegant yet inviting atmosphere. Extensive renovations include a stunning chef's kitchen, new plumbing throughout, a first-floor powder room and beautifully renovated bathrooms. Offering room to grow, the unfinished walk-up attic and full basement present outstanding expansion opportunities. Outside, the fully fenced backyard has been transformed with a new paver patio, front walkway, and rear entry, creating the perfect setting for entertaining or relaxing

Single Family Active

Price

^$ 899,000

Bedrooms

Full Bath

Half Bath

Property Type

Single Family

Taxes

^$ 14,119

Style

Lot Size

0.34

Year Built

1923

Town/City

Lake Forest

County/Region

Lake

MLS | Web ID

12695576

Features

General

Living Area 1956

Sewer Public Sewer

Heating Radiator(s)

Cooling Small Duct High Velocity

Possession Closing

Appliances Double Oven Dishwasher Refrigerator Washer Dryer Cooktop

Garage Spaces 2

Association Fee Includes None

Construction Materials Brick

Year Built 1923

Township Shields

Tax Year 2024

Ownership Fee Simple

Assoc Fee Paid Per Not Applicable

County Lake

New Construction N

Property Type Residential Detached Single

Total Rooms 8

Full Baths 2

Status New

Directions E Illinois Road east of Washington Circle and west of Washington Road to Wildwood south to 198.

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 14119

Middle/Junior High School Deer Path Middle School

Standard Status Active

Middle/Junior School District 67

Elementary School District 67

Interior

Interior Amenities Walk-In Closet(s) Bookcases

Basement Unfinished Full

Flooring Hardwood

Total Fireplaces 1

Half Baths 1

Total Bedrooms 4

Room Type Foyer

Total Baths 3

Bedrooms Possible 4

Exterior

Parking Features Yes Garage Owned Detached Garage

Water Source Lake Michigan

Total Parking 2

Lot Dimensions 14862

Lot Size Acres 0.34

Waterfront Y/N N

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Compass

Broker

John@theoertelgroup.com

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Average List Price ^$2,520,721

Percent of Sale Price 180%

About Lake Forest, IL

19,888 Population

-2% Since 2002

^$164,533 Median Income

46.48 Median Age

33% Households with Children

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567642 Elementary School

567092 Middle School

Lake Forest High School High School

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Pricing History

Date	Price	Price Change	Description
7/5/2026	$899,000		Listed Price

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198 Wildwood Road, Lake Forest, IL, 60045 is a Single Family Home for sale at $899,000 with 1,956 sqft and a lot size of 0.34. 198 Wildwood Road has 4 bedrooms, 2.1 baths, and was built in 1923. The property's zip code is 60045 which is in Lake Forest, IL

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