Date
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Price
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Source
11/04/2025
Listed
$600,000
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MLS
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Property Description
Build Your Dream Home in Coveted East Lake Forest! Incredible opportunity to own a beautiful piece of .57 acre land in the heart of prestigious East Lake Forest, walking distance to DT Lake Forest. Nestled on a picturesque, tree-lined street, this generous homesite offers the perfect canvas to create your custom single-family retreat. Enjoy an unparalleled lifestyle just moments from Lake Michigan's sandy beaches, scenic bike trails, charming downtown shops and restaurants, top-rated schools, and the Metra train for easy city access. Surrounded by timeless architecture and natural beauty, this prime location offers both privacy and convenience in one of Lake Forest's most desirable neighborhoods. Bring your vision-this is a rare chance to build in a truly exceptional setting. Approved R1 zoning for a single family home. We work with Builders who specialize in Lake Forest.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 479 E Illinois Rd
General
- Price: $600,000
- Taxes: $6,278 (2023)
- Status: Contingent
- Type: Lots/Land
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12511057
- Updated: 12/10/2025
- Added to Site: 181 day(s) ago
Additional Information
- Other Features: School Bus Service
Parking
- Parking Features: Shared Driveway
Location
- Area: Lake Forest
- County: Lake
- Township: Shields
- Driving Directions: Deerpath, East to McKinley Rd. Right on McKinley to Illinois Rd to address.
School Information
- School District: 67
- Elem School District: 67
- Midd School District: 67
- High School District: 115
- Elementary School: Sheridan Elementary School
- Middle School: Deer Path Middle School
- High School: Lake Forest High School
- Private School: Lake Forest High School
Utilities
- Onsite: Sewer Connected, Water Available
Structural Information
- Square Feet: 0.57
- Current Bldg. Use: Single Family
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.57
- Lot Size Range: .50 to .99 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 123 x 185 x 151 x 175 x 28
- Frontage: Public Road
- Frontage Feet: 123
- Street/Road Desc.: Asphalt
- Zoning: SINGL
- Lot Description: Cleared, Flag Lot, Wooded
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $6,278
- Tax Year: 2023
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 12334010350000
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Schools
Schools serving 479 E Illinois Rd
School Districts:Lake Forest Community High School District 115, Lake Forest School District 67
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Deer Path Middle School East 95 West Deerpath Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 | 5-6 | 0.7 mi |
Sheridan Elementary School, Lake Forest, IL 1360 North Sheridan Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 | K-4 | 1.3 mi |
Deer Path Middle School West 155 West Deerpath Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 | 7-8 | 0.7 mi |
Lake Forest High School 1285 North McKinley Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 | 9-12 | 1.3 mi |
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479 E Illinois Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 (MLS# 12511057) is a Lots/Land property with a lot size of 0.57 acres. 479 E Illinois Road is currently listed for $600,000 and was received on November 04, 2025. Want to learn more about 479 E Illinois Road? Do you have questions about finding other Lots/Land 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.