This renovated split level home has been thoughtfully improved with new kitchen cabinetry, new granite countertops, new oak hardwood floors throughout main and bedroom floor which is a half a floor up. New electrical panel with 100 plus amp service, new plumbing and bathroom finishes as well as new carpeting in lower level family room. You are surrounded by a wooded lot with house set in center of 1/2 acre lot. For privacy, a line of arbor vitae evergreen trees encase your corner exposure for privacy. The location is private, quiet and easily accessible to downtown Lake Forest, 41 highway, and Metra line at both Fort Sheridan and Market Square. Everything you want: location, value and easy access to transportation, parks, Lake Michigan, restaurants and downtown Lake Forest.
Single-familyProperty Type
1952Year Built
0.46 acresLot Size
$331Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Blair Thrush Lele• Engel & Voelkers Chicago
Charming house with hedges providing privacy. Well maintained property on a busy street. One car garage with extension to driveway for additional parking. Main floor has nice kitchen, small eat-in area and combination living/dinning rooms. Lower...
level family room.
7 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Tom Boysen
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 421 E Westleigh Rd
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10563150
Mar 2, 2020
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$399,000
$200/sq ft
Feb 21, 2020
Pending
—
Jan 23, 2020
Contingent
—
Oct 31, 2019
Listed (New)
$399,000
$200/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10448418
Oct 31, 2019
Listing Removed
—
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10431380
Jul 11, 2019
Listing Removed
—
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10019981
Sep 11, 2018
Listing Removed
—
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09962087
Jul 16, 2018
Listing Removed
—
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09908077
May 16, 2018
Listing Removed
—
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09895730
Apr 6, 2018
Listing Removed
—
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09848763
Mar 26, 2018
Listing Removed
—
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09489356
May 22, 2017
Listing Removed
—
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08828830
Jul 31, 2015
Listing Removed
—
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08732726
Dec 19, 2014
Listing Removed
—
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08591280
Sep 9, 2014
Listing Removed
—
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08068444
Nov 1, 2012
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$275,000
$138/sq ft
Oct 10, 2012
Pending
—
Oct 8, 2012
Contingent
—
Aug 19, 2012
Price Changed (Price Change)
$319,000
$160/sq ft
Jun 15, 2012
Price Changed (Price Change)
$324,900
$162/sq ft
May 16, 2012
Listed (New)
$335,000
$168/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07840747
May 16, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Mar 10, 2012
Contingent
—
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07233835
Jun 3, 2010
Listing Removed
—
Dec 3, 2009
Listing Removed
—
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,369 (−3.5%)
$96,305 + $74,512
$170,817
2024
$9,704 (+7.9%)
$96,305 + $74,512
$170,817
2023
$8,990 (+0.3%)
$91,859 + $71,072
$162,931
2022
$8,964 (+4.5%)
$80,877 + $62,575
$143,452
2021
$8,578 (+3.9%)
$85,161 + $63,897
$149,058
2020
$8,260 (+3.5%)
$82,107 + $61,605
$143,712
2019
$7,982 (+10.4%)
$82,140 + $61,630
$143,770
2018
$7,227 (+2.0%)
$87,062 + $49,735
$136,797
2017
$7,086 (+3.1%)
$87,062 + $49,735
$136,797
2016
$6,873 (+1.3%)
$86,784 + $49,576
$136,360
2015
$6,787 (−8.1%)
$83,502 + $47,701
$131,203
2013
$7,388 (+11.5%)
$79,017 + $57,165
$136,182
2012
$6,624 (+3.9%)
$80,083 + $57,575
$137,658
2011
$6,377 (+3.8%)
$84,033 + $60,415
$144,448
2010
$6,144 (+2.9%)
$92,294 + $58,400
$150,694
2008
$5,969 (+1.6%)
$97,790 + $61,877
$159,667
2007
$5,874
$97,290 + $68,317
$165,607
Tax history for 421 E Westleigh Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,369 (−3.5%)
$96,305 + $74,512
$170,817
2024
$9,704 (+7.9%)
$96,305 + $74,512
$170,817
2023
$8,990 (+0.3%)
$91,859 + $71,072
$162,931
2022
$8,964 (+4.5%)
$80,877 + $62,575
$143,452
2021
$8,578 (+3.9%)
$85,161 + $63,897
$149,058
2020
$8,260 (+3.5%)
$82,107 + $61,605
$143,712
2019
$7,982 (+10.4%)
$82,140 + $61,630
$143,770
2018
$7,227 (+2.0%)
$87,062 + $49,735
$136,797
2017
$7,086 (+3.1%)
$87,062 + $49,735
$136,797
2016
$6,873 (+1.3%)
$86,784 + $49,576
$136,360
2015
$6,787 (−8.1%)
$83,502 + $47,701
$131,203
2013
$7,388 (+11.5%)
$79,017 + $57,165
$136,182
2012
$6,624 (+3.9%)
$80,083 + $57,575
$137,658
2011
$6,377 (+3.8%)
$84,033 + $60,415
$144,448
2010
$6,144 (+2.9%)
$92,294 + $58,400
$150,694
2008
$5,969 (+1.6%)
$97,790 + $61,877
$159,667
2007
$5,874
$97,290 + $68,317
$165,607
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
—
Lot width
100 ft.
Lot depth
200 ft.
Lot size
0.46 Acres
Year renovated
1955
Sq. Ft.
1,300
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lake County
APN
16-04-401-001
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 23, 2026.
Feb 3, 2014 • Final
Electrical
Electrical
Feb 3, 2014 • Final
Mechanical
Replace the furnace and air conditioning unit.
HVAC
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Cars: 1
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Parking
Attached Garage
Garage On-Site
Owned Garage
Asphalt Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms (Above Grade): 3
Master Bedroom Information
Size: 12X12
On 2nd Level
Hardwood Flooring
Bedroom #2 Information
Size: 12X10
On 2nd Level
Hardwood Flooring
Bedroom #3 Information
Size: 12X10
On 2nd Level
Hardwood Flooring
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Master Bath
Living Room Information
Size: 13X12
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Family Room Information
Size: 25X13
On Lower Level
Carpet Flooring
Dining Room Information
Combined with Living Room
Kitchen Information
Size: 11X11
Eating Area (Table Space)
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Laundry Room Information
Size: 07X05
On Lower Level
Vinyl Flooring
Additional Rooms Information
Eating Area
Partial Basement
Finished Basement
Unfinished Attic
Additional Room #1 Information
Eating Area
Size: 11X09
On Main Level
Equipment
Double Oven, Oven/Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Trash Compactor, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
In Living Room
Interior Features
Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Hardwood Flooring
Heating & Cooling
Gas Heating, Forced Air Heating
Central Air Conditioning
Exterior
Building Information
Sq. Ft. Source: Landlord/Tenant/Seller
Built Before 1978
Recent Rehab (Y/N): Yes
Age: 61-70 Years
Brick Exterior
Concrete Foundation
Property Features
Patio
Currently Leased
Lease Expiration Date: Friday, November 1, 2019 5:00 AM
Lot Information
Dimensions: 100 X 200
.25-.49 Acre
Property Information
# of Rooms: 7
Ownership: Fee Simple
Aprox. Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 0
Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft: 0
Rehab Year: 2016
Rural (Y/N): N
School Bus Service, Interstate Access
Parcel Identification Number: 16044010010000
Financial
Financial Information
Tax: $7,085.53
Tax Year: 2017
Special Service Area: N
Finance Code: VA
Utilities
Utility Information
Water: Public
Sewer (Public)
Location
Community Information
Curbs/Gutters, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Paved Street
School Information
Elementary School District: 67
Junior High District: 67
High School: Lake Forest High School
High School District: 115
Location Information
Subdivision: Whispering Oaks
Township: West Deerfield
Corporate Limits: Lake Forest
Directions: Green Bay Road N to Westleigh E. 1st driveway on right
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,300
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.46 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: 1955
County: Lake County
APN: 16-04-401-001
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 23, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Sale Price Includes Parking
Possession: Closing
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Seller Concessions: Yes
Seller Concessions Amount/Points: 10000
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Cherokee Elementary School
Public K-4 • Assigned • 2.1mi
10/10
Deer Path Middle School West
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.1mi
10/10
Lake Forest High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.2mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 98° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
0% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Lake Forest, IL • 60045
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49
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.2 hours in
June and 3.3 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10.2 hrs
3.3 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$630,000 – $762,000
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