Sold
Last Sold Price
24,829 Lot Size0.57 Acres
479 E Illinois Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
LandProperty Type
0.57 acresLot Size

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.

    Sold By Childs Realty Group

    • Listed by: Sharon Kay Rizzo 312.953.4086 sharonrizzo79@gmail.com • Compass
    • Listed by: Augusto Panlilio 312.371.6946 RealtorRickP1@gmail.com • Compass
    Listing closed: 05/21/2026 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 12511057

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    Property Information for 479 East Illinois Road

    Property Details
    • Taxes: $6,278 / year
    • MLS Type: Land
    • County: Lake County
    • Area: Lake Forest
    • Township: Shields
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
    • Num Of Parking Spaces: 0.0
    • Zoning: SINGL
    Building Information
    • Lot Size: 0.57 AC
    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 #1943243708

    $542,500—
    May 21, 2026

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #110658567

    $542,500

    +6.9% / yr

    May 21, 2026

    Sold

    MRED #12511057

    $542,500—
    DateEvent & SourcePrice
    05/21/2026

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #1943243708

    $542,500
    05/21/2026

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #110658567

    $542,500

    +6.9% / yr

    05/21/2026

    Sold

    MRED #12511057

    $542,500

    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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