Sold
Last Sold Price
5 beds6,886 sqft$265/sqft
598 Rockefeller Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.92 acresLot Size
1972Year Built
$265/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

This exquisite 5 bed, 5 full bath, 2 half bath home offers luxury living across three beautifully finished levels in this highly sought-after Lake Forest area. Situated on nearly an acre of professionally landscaped grounds, this home has been meticulously updated from top to bottom with high-end finishes and thoughtful, environmentally friendly design throughout, including 3 wood-burning fireplaces plus a gas fireplace. This home blends comfort and style effortlessly. The main level boasts gleaming...This exquisite 5 bed, 5 full bath, 2 half bath home offers luxury living across three beautifully finished levels in this highly sought-after Lake Forest area. Situated on nearly an acre of professionally landscaped grounds, this home has been meticulously updated from top to bottom with high-end finishes and thoughtful, environmentally friendly design throughout, including 3 wood-burning fireplaces plus a gas fireplace. This home blends comfort and style effortlessly. The main level boasts gleaming luxury floors, a formal living room and dining room, a chef's kitchen featuring quartz countertops, premium stainless-steel appliances, custom cabinetry, and a cozy gas fireplace with an eat-in dining area. Also on the main floor: a luxurious primary suite with the spa-like bath having dual vanities, separate water closet and heated floor, a spacious mud/laundry room with ample storage and access to the attached 2.5-car, a powder room, a versatile office/study, and a bright sun room/yoga room with heated floor on the second level find two spacious en-suite bedrooms, plus another powder room and generous storage spaces. The second floor also offers incredible flexibility with a kitchenette and a spacious family room - perfect for guests, older children, or extended stays. The finished basement includes an optional office/study with fireplace, full bath, large galley-style wet bar with ice maker and two wine refrigerators, home theater with 110" screen and 3D projector, space for games and relaxation, and a large utility room with ample storage. Enjoy outdoor living either on the front porch or the expansive backyard on the lovely patio with a pergola, perfect for entertaining. Conveniently located near top-rated schools, shopping, dining, and major highways. A rare opportunity to own a move-in ready dream home in Lake Forest!
Listing closed: 06/30/2025 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 12354071

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$2,055,122

Avg days on market

28

Sale-to-list ratio

93.4%

Lake Forest, IL

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Property Information for 598 Rockefeller Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $21,852 / year
  • MLS Type: Detached Single / 2 Stories
  • County: Lake County
  • Area: Lake Forest
  • Subdivision: Villa Turicum
  • Township: West Deerfield
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Num Of Garage Spaces: 2.5
  • Parking Included in Price: Yes
  • Air Conditioning Type: Central Air
  • Num of Interior Fireplaces: 2
  • Heat/Fuel: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+, Radiant Floor
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1972
  • Lot Size: 0.92 AC / 40,075 SF
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: Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: North, East, West
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Wet Bar, Solar Tube(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Num Of Rooms: 15
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Door Features: ENERGY STAR Qualified Doors,French Doors,Sliding Doors,36" Minimum Entry Door,Lever Style Door Handles,Panel Door(s),Pocket Door(s)
  • Window Features: Blinds,Display Window(s),Double Pane Windows,ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows,Insulated Windows,Low Emissivity Windows,Plantation Shutters,Screens,Solar Screens,Shades,Wood Frames
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Attic: Unfinished
  • Bath Amenities: Double Sink,European Shower,Full Body Spray Shower,Double Shower
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Gas Log, Gas Starter, Includes Accessories
  • Basement Type: Finished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 5
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room
  • Room Type: Recreation Room, Loft, Family Room, Bedroom 5, Sun Room, Media Room, Sitting Room, Bonus Room
  • Num of Baths: 5.2
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Porch
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Wine Cooler/Refrigerator, Oven, Range Hood, Humidifier
  • Other Equipment: Central Vacuum, Security System, Intercom, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn, Backup Sump Pump;
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2017
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 51-60 Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Description: Landscaped Professionally, Wooded
  • Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 135X299X135X297
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Fiber Cement
  • Construction: Fiber Cement
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • North Coordinate: 25
  • West Coordinate: 9
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Assessor Square Footage: 6620
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 3
  • Document Date: 2025-05-06T16:17:30
  • Photos Count: 86
  • OpenHouse Count: 3
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Green Features
  • Green Energy Efficient: Pre-wired for PV/Solar, Water Heater, Low flow commode, Low flow fixtures, Native/drought resistant landscaping, Roof
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 18X13
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 12X13
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 11X13
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 17X21
Bedroom #5 Information
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 14X18
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 16X19
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 13X15
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 20X19
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 15X16
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 15X23
Recreation Room Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Dimensions: 20X23
Loft Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Loft
  • Dimensions: 14X19
Media Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Media Room
  • Dimensions: 18X18
Bonus Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
  • Dimensions: 9X21
Bar or Entertainment Room Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bar/Entertainment
  • Dimensions: 22X8
Family Room Down Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Family Room - Down
  • Dimensions: 13X17
Sitting Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Sitting Room
  • Dimensions: 19X9
Sun Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sun Room
  • Dimensions: 13X9

Property History for 598 Rockefeller Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 30, 2025

Sold

MRED #12354071

$1,825,000
Jun 27, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1903946818

$1,825,000

+2.8% / yr

Jun 1, 2025

Pending

MRED #12354071

DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/30/2025

Sold

MRED #12354071

$1,825,000
06/27/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1903946818

$1,825,000

+2.8% / yr

06/01/2025

Pending

MRED #12354071

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

Public Records for 598 Rockefeller Road

Taxable ValueLand$129,459Additions$264,329Total$393,788
Tax Record2025$21,852 ($1,821 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths5Total Finished SqFt5,720 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt5,720 SqFtStories2Lot Size41,382 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1972Year Renovated1996CountyLAKEAPN16-04-404-009Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 598 Rockefeller Road

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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Nearby home values

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This home: 598 Rockefeller Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045
$1,825,000
5
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40,075
4
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41,382
$830,000
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