Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/22/2026
Sold
$1,700,000
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MLS
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Property Description
Set on a serene and scenic 1.5-acre lot just blocks from Lake Michigan, this timeless brick home combines classic architecture with generous living spaces. Designed for both everyday living and entertaining, the home offers four well-proportioned bedrooms, five full bathrooms, and two half baths. The spacious kitchen, open to the breakfast room, serves as the heart of the home, with room to gather and cook with ease, and flows directly into the comfortable family room-perfect for relaxing or hosting guests. A private first-floor office makes working from home a breeze. Formal spaces include a gracious living room and dining room, both offering beautiful natural light and an elegant atmosphere. The spacious, first floor laundry/mudroom connects to the three-car garage, which provides direct access to the basement. Upstairs, the primary suite offers a unique layout with two separate full bathrooms, while the additional bedrooms - one with a separate sitting area - provide flexibility for guests, family, or hobbies. The finished lower level includes a large recreational space, a workshop, abundant storage, and an additional full bath. Outdoors, the expansive yard and patio offer privacy and room to enjoy nature, entertain, or simply relax. With close proximity to the beach, schools, parks, and the charming village center, this property presents a rare opportunity to live in a peaceful, established neighborhood with all the amenities Lake Bluff has to offer.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 508 Forest Cove Rd
General
- Sold For: $1,700,000
- Taxes: $39,712 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12444430
- Added to Site: 27 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Wet Bar
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Family Room, Living Room, Basement, Wood-Burning, Gas Log, Gas Starter
- Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Cooktop
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 7
- Full Bathrooms: 5
- Half Bathrooms: 2
- Basement Baths: Yes
- Bathroom Features: Separate Shower, Soaking Tub
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Additional Information
- Equipment: Security System, Sump Pump, Backup Sump Pump
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Train
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Total Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Location
- Area: Lake Bluff
- County: Lake
- Driving Directions: North on Moffet Road from E Sheridan Rd to Forest Cove Rd. East on Forest Cove Rd to address.
School Information
- School District: 65
- Midd School District: 65
- Elementary School: Lake Bluff Elementary School
- Middle School: Lake Bluff Middle School
- High School: Lake Forest High School
- Private School: Lake Forest High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Utilities
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Walk-Up Access, Full
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shake
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 3,165
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1981
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 1.502
- Lot Size Range: 1.0 to 1.99 Acres
- Lot Dimensions: 255 x 257 x 239 x 252
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1981
- Tax Amount: $39,712.7
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Property ID: 12214020230000
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Schools
Schools serving 508 Forest Cove Rd
School Districts:Lake Bluff Elementary School District 65, Lake Forest Community High School District 115
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Lake Bluff Elementary School, Lake Bluff, IL 350 West Washington Avenue, Lake Bluff, IL 60044 | K-5 | 1.4 mi |
Lake Bluff Middle School 31 East Sheridan Place, Lake Bluff, IL 60044 | 6-8 | 0.5 mi |
Lake Forest High School 1285 North McKinley Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 | 9-12 | 0.7 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 508 Forest Cove Rd
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- Updated 7 hours ago
- 3Beds
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