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Off market oct 2020 for $799K

$1,257,031

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $5,272/mo

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3 ba

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2,432

sq ft

500 Forest Hill Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045

About this home

Updated Midcentury Modern Ranch, 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths in sought after Whispering Oaks! This impeccably maintained home has an open floor plan with Great Room with vaulted ceilings, wood burning fireplace, built in bookcase & gorgeous natural wood beams. Huge windows allow loads of natural light and beautiful views of nature! Separate Dining Room with skylights and access to the perfect patio. Private Primary Bedroom with ensuite bath with skylight and tons of closet space! 3 other bedrooms and 2 updated baths, one ensuite. Gorgeous Hardwood floors throughout, newer windows, tons of storage! Amazing kitchen with peninsula with counter seating, 2 sinks, gorgeous cabinets, modern stainless steel backsplash and granite counters. Warm and inviting finished basement with wood burning fireplace, carpet & windows that keep it bright and light. Walk to Cherokee School, close to train and town in one of Lake Forest's most popular neighborhoods!

Single-familyProperty Type

1957Year Built

0.55 acresLot Size

$517Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 spacesParking

Listed by Sally Wood • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

Bought with Marina Jacobson • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

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•Source:MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10820085

Redfin Estimate

$1,257,031

$458K since sold in October 2020$28K since October

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This home's estimate is 22.3% higher than the average sale price ($1.03M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD APR 28, 2026
$425,000
A
4 beds3 baths2,079 sq ft
512 Hill St, Highland Park, IL 60035
SOLD OCT 23, 2026
$1,215,000
B
4 beds2.5 baths2,936 sq ft
777 Cherokee Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
SOLD SEP 29, 2026
$850,000
C
4 beds3.5 baths3,391 sq ft
476 Briar Ln, Lake Forest, IL 60045
SOLD SEP 15, 2026
$1,355,000
D
3 beds2.5 baths2,352 sq ft
322 Greenwood Ave, Lake Forest, IL 60045
SOLD APR 1, 2026
$787,500
E
4 beds3 baths2,184 sq ft
385 Greenwood Ave, Lake Forest, IL 60045
SOLD SEP 21, 2026
$1,535,000
F
4 beds3.5 baths3,200 sq ft
1035 Forest Hill Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045

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Market trends in 60045, IL

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

100.7%

+0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$1.3M

$81K MoM

Avg. days on market

47d

2 days MoM

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Sale history for 500 Forest Hill Rd

Date

Event

Price

Public Records

Nov 16, 2020

Sold

$799,000

$329/sq ft

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10820085

Oct 9, 2020

Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)

$799,000

$329/sq ft

Aug 20, 2020

Pending (Contingent)

—

Aug 16, 2020

Listed (New)

$799,000

$329/sq ft

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08639432

Aug 14, 2014

Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)

$760,000

$313/sq ft

Aug 12, 2014

Pending

—

Jul 4, 2014

Contingent

—

Jun 9, 2014

Listed (New)

$789,000

$324/sq ft

Located in desirable Whispering Oaks a sophisticated mid-century 4 bedroom ranch. This home was totally renovated in 2009. The features include hardwood floors throughout, vaulted ceilings, skylights, very open floor plan with walls of glass looking out to patio and landscaped yard. Chefs' Kitchen with stainless. Master suite with travertine bath. Finished basement. Great home for family entertaining. A must see!!

Public Records

Oct 25, 2010

Sold

$750,000

$308/sq ft

Public Records

Dec 7, 2009

Sold

$680,000

$280/sq ft

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07303512

Oct 22, 2009

Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)

$680,000

$280/sq ft

Sep 11, 2009

Contingent

—

Sep 11, 2009

Relisted (Reactivated)

—

Sep 3, 2009

Pending

—

Aug 28, 2009

Contingent

—

Aug 19, 2009

Listed (New)

$698,000

$287/sq ft

Public Records

Mar 5, 2009

Sold

$370,000

$152/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$16,725 (+5.8%)

$126,063 + $173,172

$299,235

2023

$15,814 (+17.0%)

$114,517 + $157,312

$271,829

2022

$13,522 (+5.8%)

$109,901 + $150,971

$260,872

2021

$12,778 (+2.7%)

$113,547 + $117,788

$231,335

2020

$12,446 (+3.5%)

$109,475 + $113,563

$223,038

2019

$12,030 (+11.7%)

$109,519 + $113,609

$223,128

2018

$10,773 (+2.0%)

$116,080 + $94,384

$210,464

2017

$10,561 (+3.2%)

$116,080 + $94,384

$210,464

2016

$10,232 (+1.5%)

$115,710 + $94,083

$209,793

2015

$10,084 (+3.7%)

$111,335 + $90,525

$201,860

2013

$9,724 (+3.4%)

$105,357 + $85,832

$191,189

2012

$9,403 (+4.1%)

$106,777 + $86,989

$193,766

2011

$9,031 (−1.1%)

$112,043 + $91,279

$203,322

2010

$9,130 (+5.0%)

$126,982 + $94,107

$221,089

2008

$8,696 (−11.5%)

$134,543 + $93,517

$228,060

2007

$9,827

$133,902 + $137,427

$271,329

Tax history for 500 Forest Hill Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$16,725 (+5.8%)

$126,063 + $173,172

$299,235

2023

$15,814 (+17.0%)

$114,517 + $157,312

$271,829

2022

$13,522 (+5.8%)

$109,901 + $150,971

$260,872

2021

$12,778 (+2.7%)

$113,547 + $117,788

$231,335

2020

$12,446 (+3.5%)

$109,475 + $113,563

$223,038

2019

$12,030 (+11.7%)

$109,519 + $113,609

$223,128

2018

$10,773 (+2.0%)

$116,080 + $94,384

$210,464

2017

$10,561 (+3.2%)

$116,080 + $94,384

$210,464

2016

$10,232 (+1.5%)

$115,710 + $94,083

$209,793

2015

$10,084 (+3.7%)

$111,335 + $90,525

$201,860

2013

$9,724 (+3.4%)

$105,357 + $85,832

$191,189

2012

$9,403 (+4.1%)

$106,777 + $86,989

$193,766

2011

$9,031 (−1.1%)

$112,043 + $91,279

$203,322

2010

$9,130 (+5.0%)

$126,982 + $94,107

$221,089

2008

$8,696 (−11.5%)

$134,543 + $93,517

$228,060

2007

$9,827

$133,902 + $137,427

$271,329

*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

Baths

Stories

Lot width

120 ft.

Lot depth

200 ft.

Lot size

0.55 Acres

Year renovated

2009

Sq. Ft.

2,880

Year built

1957

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Lake County

APN

16-04-405-011

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 23, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Cars: 2
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Parking
Garage Door Opener(s), Garage Transmitter(s)
Attached Garage
Garage On-Site
Owned Garage
Asphalt Driveway

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Bedrooms (Above Grade): 4

Master Bedroom Information
Size: 19X16
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Plantation Shutters on Windows

Bedroom #2 Information
Size: 15X12
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Window Blinds

Bedroom #3 Information
Size: 12X12
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Window Blinds

Bedroom #4 Information
Size: 12X10
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Window Blinds

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
Master Bath
Whirlpool, Double Sink

Living Room Information
Size: 20X12
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring

Family Room Information
Size: 27X16
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring

Dining Room Information
Separate Dining Room
Size: 16X14
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring

Kitchen Information
Size: 27X12
Eating Area (Breakfast Bar), Eating Area (Table Space), Island
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring

Additional Rooms Information
Recreation Room
Partial Basement
Partially Finished Basement, Crawl Space

Additional Room #1 Information
Recreation Room
Size: 27X15
In Basement
Carpet Flooring
Window Curtains/Drapes

Equipment
Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal

Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 2
In Family Room, In Basement
Wood Burning

Interior Features
Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Skylight(s), Hardwood Flooring, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Laundry, 1st Floor Full Bath

Heating & Cooling
Gas Heating, Forced Air Heating
Central Air Conditioning

Exterior

Building Information
Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
Built Before 1978
Recent Rehab (Y/N): Yes
Age: 61-70 Years
Brick Exterior, Cedar Exterior
Concrete Foundation
Asphalt/Glass Roof (Shingles)

Property Features
Patio, Porch

Lot Information
Dimensions: 155.8X35.8X37.3X70.7X199.9X145.7
.50-.99 Acre
Corner

Property Information
# of Rooms: 9
Ownership: Fee Simple
Assessor Sq.Ft.: 2432
Aprox. Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 0
Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft: 0
Rehab Year: 2009
School Bus Service, Commuter Train
Parcel Identification Number: 16044050110000

Financial

Financial Information
Tax: $12,030.04
Tax Year: 2019
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
Special Service Area: N
Finance Code: Cash

Utilities

Utility Information
Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Sewer (Public), Sewer (Storm)
200+ Amp Service

Location

School Information
Elementary School: Cherokee Elementary School
Elementary School District: 67
Junior High: Deer Path Middle School
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 south of Westleigh to Briar east to Forest Hill

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,880
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.55 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1957
Year Renovated: 2009
County: Lake County
APN: 16-04-405-011

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: No

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Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Cherokee Elementary School

Public K-4 • Assigned • 2.2mi

10/10

Deer Path Middle School West

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.2mi

10/10

Lake Forest High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.3mi

9/10

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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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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.

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Estimated sale price

$1.20M – $1.45M

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Home values near 500 Forest Hill Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
554 Forest Hill Rd, Lake Forest, IL 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 5579 Sq. Ft.	$1,993,111
561 Forest Hill Rd, Lake Forest, IL 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1640 Sq. Ft.	$688,622
511 Forest Hill Rd, Lake Forest, IL 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2930 Sq. Ft.	$1,060,102
525 South Green Bay Rd, Lake Forest, IL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2129 Sq. Ft.	$784,677
439 East Westleigh Rd, Lake Forest, IL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1876 Sq. Ft.	$681,568
446 Briar Ln, Lake Forest, IL 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1715 Sq. Ft.	$711,487
457 East Westleigh Rd, Lake Forest, IL 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3330 Sq. Ft.	$1,027,378

Address	Redfin Estimate
518 Forest Hill Rd, Lake Forest, IL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2474 Sq. Ft.	$1,027,067
543 Forest Hill Rd, Lake Forest, IL 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3509 Sq. Ft.	$1,137,547
524 Forest Hill Rd, Lake Forest, IL 5 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2648 Sq. Ft.	$1,267,044
565 South Green Bay Rd, Lake Forest, IL 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2632 Sq. Ft.	$1,237,163
511 South Green Bay Rd, Lake Forest, IL 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1840 Sq. Ft.	$817,353
469 East Westleigh Rd, Lake Forest, IL 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2347 Sq. Ft.	$901,850
443 South Green Bay Rd, Lake Forest, IL 5 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3328 Sq. Ft.	$1,346,271

Address	Redfin Estimate
544 Forest Hill Rd, Lake Forest, IL 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3360 Sq. Ft.	$1,349,277
525 Forest Hill Rd, Lake Forest, IL 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1662 Sq. Ft.	$843,412
449 South Green Bay Rd, Lake Forest, IL 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 5352 Sq. Ft.	$1,877,301
485 East Westleigh Rd, Lake Forest, IL 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2391 Sq. Ft.	$872,675
495 South Green Bay Rd, Lake Forest, IL 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2900 Sq. Ft.	$1,143,899
412 Briar Ln, Lake Forest, IL 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 4013 Sq. Ft.	$1,394,615
529 Briar Ln, Lake Forest, IL 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 3893 Sq. Ft.	$1,289,743

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