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Property Description
Offering over 3000 sq ft of finished and remodeled home. Nestled in the sought-after Whispering Oaks neighborhood of East Lake Forest is this beautifully renovated 5 bedroom, 2.5 bath home. The main level features a seamless flow anchored by a brand new kitchen with quartz countertops, custom thin shaker cabinetry, a pull out pantry, and chef's hood, along with a cozy coffee nook for early mornings. The adjoining dining area opens to a raised patio, perfect for entertaining or quiet evenings surrounded by mature trees. A spacious living room with a wood burning fireplace, gas starter and an oversized picture window frames stunning views of the private, fenced in half acre yard. Upstairs, four generous bedrooms easily accommodate queen or king beds, including a serene primary suite with dual vanities and a beautifully updated bath and large, glass shower walk-in shower. An additional new full, hallway bath features a 72-inch, dual sink, white oak vanity with tons of storage and modern finishes. Lower level has a great walk-out to the outdoor space right off the family room with a second cozy, wood burning fireplace and a brand new custom dry bar built-in with quartzite slab countertop and vein matching backsplash and beverage center, great for entertaining guests on game days and holidays. The lower level has a additional room for a home-office or a guest suite. Also inclidues, large laundry area with extra storage. The finished basement below adds even more versatility with a playroom, craft area, and workshop space, perfect for hobbies or recreation. Additional highlights include a new furnace and air conditioning, ample storage throughout, and a cedar closet for seasonal items. Just steps from Cherokee Elementary and minutes to downtown Lake Forest, the Metra, and Lake Michigan beaches, this home blends suburban tranquility with everyday convenience you'll love to take advantage of for Summer beach days.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 524 Forest Hill Rd
General
- Sold For: $1,045,000
- Taxes: $12,519 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12591367
Interior
- Interior Features: Dry Bar, Built-in Features
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Family Room, Living Room, Wood-Burning
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 6
- Parking Features: Asphalt, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Owned, Garage
Location
- Area: Lake Forest
- County: Lake
- Driving Directions: Take 41 North to Old Elm Road east then north on Green Bay Rd east on Briar Ln and south on Forest Hill Rd
School Information
- School District: 67
- Midd School District: 67
- Elementary School: Cherokee 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, Forced Air
Utilities
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Full, Daylight
- Roof: Asphalt
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 2,648
- Sq. Ft. Source: Plans
- Year Built: 1961
- Built Before 1978: Yes
- Remodeled/Updated: 2025
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: .50 to .99 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 105 x 210
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1961
- Tax Amount: $12,519.46
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 16044050130000
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Schools
Schools serving 524 Forest Hill Rd
School Districts:Lake Forest School District 67, Lake Forest Community High School District 115
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Cherokee Elementary School, Lake Forest, IL 475 Cherokee Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 | K-4 | 0.3 mi |
Deer Path Middle School West 155 West Deerpath Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 | 7-8 | 1.5 mi |
Lake Forest High School 1285 North McKinley Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 | 9-12 | 2.4 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
524 Forest Hill Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 (MLS# 12591367) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,045,000 on April 13, 2026. Want to learn more about 524 Forest Hill Road? 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.

