262 Foster Pl

$1,349,000
Price
2,634 Sq. Ft.
$512 / Sq. Ft.
2,634
Sq. Ft.
$512
per Sq. Ft.

Description

The value is in the land! This exceptional 1.82-acre parcel offers an unparalleled opportunity to build your dream home in coveted East Lake Forest. Located on a picturesque street surrounded by impressive estates, this lot is the perfect setting for new construction. Currently, a 4-bedroom, 2.1-bathroom split-level home sits on the property, but the real value lies in the land itself. Fabulous location -- a convenient walk to town and to Lake Forest Country Day School. There is no builder affiliation,...The value is in the land! This exceptional 1.82-acre parcel offers an unparalleled opportunity to build your dream home in coveted East Lake Forest. Located on a picturesque street surrounded by impressive estates, this lot is the perfect setting for new construction. Currently, a 4-bedroom, 2.1-bathroom split-level home sits on the property, but the real value lies in the land itself. Fabulous location -- a convenient walk to town and to Lake Forest Country Day School. There is no builder affiliation, so you have the freedom to choose your own builder. Don't miss this rare opportunity to build in one of the most desirable areas of Lake Forest!
  1. Listed by Lisa Trace • @properties Christie’s International Real Estate
    P: (708)-710-4104 C: (708)-710-4104 lisatrace@atproperties.com
  2. Listed by Samantha Trace • @properties Christie’s International Real Estate
    P: (847)-234-0485 samanthatrace@atproperties.com

Property Details for 262 Foster Place

Area
Lake Forest
Township
West Deerfield
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Partial, Zoned
Num of Interior Fireplaces
2
LISTING UPDATED: 12/29/2025 08:20 AM

Property Details for 262 Foster Place

StatusActive
MLS #12453148
Days on Market280
Taxes$18,477 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / Split Level W/ Sub
Year Built1956
Lot Size1.82 AC / 79,279 SF
CountyLake County
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Building Information for 262 Foster Place

Stories-Year Built1956Building Size-Lot Size1.82 AC / 79,279 SF

Payment Calculator

$8,115 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$6,575

Property Taxes

$1,540

HOA Dues

$0

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Property Information for 262 Foster Place

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 67
  • Elementary School: Cherokee Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Deer Path Middle School
  • High School District: 115
  • High School: Lake Forest High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 67
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Asphalt, Yes, Attached, Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 8
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Basement Type: Unfinished, Partial
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Air Conditioning: Partial, Zoned
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
Exterior Features
  • Levels: Bi-Level
  • Type: Split Level w/ Sub
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 61-70 Years
  • Type Detached: Split Level w/ Sub
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Size: 1.0-1.99 Acres
  • Lot Dimensions: 320 X 329 X 225 X 243
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Brick
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Assessor Square Footage: 2634
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional
  • Public Document Count: 0
  • Photos Count: 4
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 19X15
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 13X12
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 13X12
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 13X12
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 18X17
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 30X19
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 30X19
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Laundry
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 22X17

Property History for 262 Foster Place

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 9, 2025

Price Change

MRED #12328056

$1,349,900
Sep 9, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12453148

$1,349,000
Sep 9, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12328056

$1,395,000
Aug 22, 2025

Contingent

MRED #12453148

Aug 22, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12453148

$1,349,000
Aug 22, 2025

Temporarily Off Market

MRED #12328056

$1,349,900
Aug 21, 2025

Contingent

MRED #12453148

Apr 5, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12328056

$1,395,000
Apr 3, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12453148

$1,349,000
Mar 3, 2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #132347349

$1,255,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/09/2025

Price Change

MRED #12328056

$1,349,900
09/09/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12453148

$1,349,000
09/09/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12328056

$1,395,000
08/22/2025

Contingent

MRED #12453148

08/22/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12453148

$1,349,000
08/22/2025

Temporarily Off Market

MRED #12328056

$1,349,900
08/21/2025

Contingent

MRED #12453148

04/05/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12328056

$1,395,000
04/03/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12453148

$1,349,000
03/03/2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #132347349

$1,255,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 262 Foster Place

Taxable ValueLand$227,468Additions$82,168Total$309,636
Tax Record2024$22,200 ($1,850 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,634 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,634 SqFtStories1Lot Size76,230 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1956CountyLAKEAPN16-04-102-014Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 262 Foster Place

This home is within Lake Forest School District 67.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 4
Public - 5 to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Cherokee Elementary School
PublicK to 4

Deer Path Middle School East
Public5 to 6

Deer Path Middle School West
Public7 to 8

Lake Forest High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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262 Foster Place is a single family home for sale in Lake Forest, IL 60045. This property was listed for sale on April 3, 2025 by Compass, it's currently listed at $1,349,000. It has been on the market for a total of 280 days and was last sold on March 3, 2004. This listing's school districts are Lake Forest Chsd 115 School District, Lake Forest School District 67. Nearby schools include Cherokee Elementary School, Deer Path Middle School East and Deer Path Middle School West. 262 Foster Place is a 4-bed, 2-bath, 2,634 sqft single family home built in 1956.

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