479 E Illinois Rd

24,829 / 0.57
Lot Size / Acres

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...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.
  1. Listed by Sharon Kay Rizzo • Compass
    P: (312)-953-4086 C: (312)-953-4086 sharonrizzo79@gmail.com
  2. Listed by Augusto Panlilio • Compass
    P: (312)-371-6946 RealtorRickP1@gmail.com

Property Details for 479 East Illinois Road

Area
Lake Forest
Township
Shields
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Parking Spaces
0.0
Zoning
SINGL
LISTING UPDATED: 04/26/2026 04:41 AM

Property Details for 479 East Illinois Road

StatusContingent
MLS #12511057
Days on Market220
Taxes$6,278 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeLand
MLS TypeLand
Year Built-
Lot Size0.57 AC
CountyLake County

Location

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Building Information for 479 East Illinois Road

Lot Size0.57 AC

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Property Information for 479 East Illinois Road

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 67
  • Elementary School: Sheridan 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: Shared Driveway
Location and General Information
  • Frontage Length: 123
  • Frontage Type: Public Road
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Num of Baths: 0.0
Exterior Features
  • Backup Package: No
Utilities / Equipment
  • Utilities: Sewer Connected, Water Available
Property/Lot Information
  • Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 123 X 185 X 151 X 175 X 28
  • Buildings on Land: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 0
  • Photos Count: 2
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Miscellaneous
  • Current Use: Single Family
  • Land Description: Cleared,Flag Lot,Wooded
  • Road Surface: Asphalt
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No

Property History for 479 East Illinois Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 21, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #110658567

$542,500
May 21, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1943243708

$542,500

+6.9% / yr

Nov 26, 2025

Contingent

MRED #12511057

DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/21/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #110658567

$542,500
05/21/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1943243708

$542,500

+6.9% / yr

11/26/2025

Contingent

MRED #12511057

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

Public Records for 479 East Illinois Road

Taxable ValueLand$123,831Additions-Total$123,831
Tax Record2025$6,795 ($566 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size25,134 SqFtStyleResidentialCountyLAKEAPN12-33-401-035

Schools near 479 East Illinois Road

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