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Property Description
Set on a private 3/4 acre in west Lake Forest, this 3,600+ sq ft home delivers the one thing most buyers want and rarely find at this price. A move-in-ready, light-filled interior with a phenomenal layout and a showpiece kitchen overlooking the private back yard. Anchored by a full picture window framing the backyard, the remodeled kitchen features an expansive island, custom cabinetry, and direct flow to the patio. Perfect for everyday living and weekend entertaining. A sunken living room with floor-to-ceiling windows opens directly to the backyard. A first-floor bedroom doubles perfectly as an office, guest room, or quiet retreat. Upstairs, the skylit primary suite includes a separate sitting room and dedicated office, a rare, flexible setup to make your own. Two additional baths on the second floor support busy routines, extended guests, or multigenerational living. A bright, newly updated lower level offers a huge rec room, wet bar, workout area, hobby space, a half bath, and tons of storage. New flooring and paint (2024) make it feel fresh and current. Major updates include new gutters (2022), basement renovation + new floors (2024), partial new roof + new skylights (2023), new attic insulation (2024) This is the rare Lake Forest home where the land, layout, and light all work together. No dark rooms, no chopped-up spaces. Just privacy, volume, and views in every direction. Come see this gem in person.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1866 S Wilson Dr
General
- Sold For: $1,035,000
- Taxes: $17,635 (2023)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12524690
- Added to Site: 180 day(s) ago
Interior
- Appliances: Microwave, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 5
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 2
- Basement Baths: Yes
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Additional Information
- Other Features: School Bus Service
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Yes, Attached, Garage
Location
- Area: Lake Forest
- County: Lake
- Driving Directions: Telegraph to Old Mill, Old Mill to W. Fork, Fork to Wilson, to 1866.
School Information
- School District: 67
- Midd School District: 67
- Elementary School: Everett Elementary School
- Middle School: Deer Path 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, Baseboard
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
- Square Feet: 4,750
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1969
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: .50 to .99 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 158 x 56 x 84 x 281 x 191
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1969
- Tax Amount: $17,635
- Tax Year: 2023
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 15124040120000
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Schools
Schools serving 1866 S Wilson Dr
School Districts:Lake Forest School District 67, Lake Forest Community High School District 115
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Everett Elementary School, Lake Forest, IL 1111 Everett School Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 | K-4 | 0.9 mi |
Deer Path Middle School West 155 West Deerpath Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 | 7-8 | 3.1 mi |
Lake Forest High School 1285 North McKinley Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 | 9-12 | 4.3 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1866 S Wilson Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/30/2026
Sold
$1,035,000
-3.27%
MLS
11/27/2025
Listed
$1,070,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
1866 S Wilson Drive, Lake Forest, IL 60045 (MLS# 12524690) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,035,000 on April 30, 2026. Want to learn more about 1866 S Wilson Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Lake Forest? You can browse all Lake Forest real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

