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524 Forest Hill Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
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Offering over 3000 sq ft of finished and remodeled home. Nestled in the sought-after Whispering Oaks neighborhood of East Lake Forest is this beautifully renovated 5 bedroom, 2.5 bath home. The main level features a seamless flow anchored by a brand new kitchen with quartz countertops, custom thin shaker cabinetry, a pull out pantry, and chef's hood, along with a cozy coffee nook for early mornings. The adjoining dining area opens to a raised patio, perfect for entertaining or quiet evenings surrounded by mature trees. A spacious living room with a wood burning fireplace, gas starter and an oversized picture window frames stunning views of the private, fenced in half acre yard. Upstairs, four generous bedrooms easily accommodate queen or king beds, including a serene primary suite with dual vanities and a beautifully updated bath and large, glass shower walk-in shower. An additional new full, hallway bath features a 72-inch, dual sink, white oak vanity with tons of storage and modern finishes. Lower level has a great walk-out to the outdoor space right off the family room with a second cozy, wood burning fireplace and a brand new custom dry bar built-in with quartzite slab countertop and vein matching backsplash and beverage center, great for entertaining guests on game days and holidays. The lower level has a additional room for a home-office or a guest suite. Also inclidues, large laundry area with extra storage. The finished basement below adds even more versatility with a playroom, craft area, and workshop space, perfect for hobbies or recreation. Additional highlights include a new furnace and air conditioning, ample storage throughout, and a cedar closet for seasonal items. Just steps from Cherokee Elementary and minutes to downtown Lake Forest, the Metra, and Lake Michigan beaches, this home blends suburban tranquility with everyday convenience you'll love to take advantage of for Summer beach days.
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Est. $4,371 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 524 Forest Hill Rd
- Sale History
- Tax History
$395/sq ft
$406/sq ft
$245/sq ft
$104/sq ft
$98/sq ft
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Property details
Parking
- Parking Information
- # of Garage Spaces: 2
- # of Parking (Total): 6
- Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Owned, Attached, Owned, Garage
Interior
- Bathroom Information
- # of Baths (Full): 2
- # of Baths (1/2): 1
- Bedroom Information
- # of Bedrooms: 5
- # of Bedrooms Possible: 5
- Room Information
- Room Type: Play Room
- Level: Basement
- Dimensions: 20 x 20
- Room Information
- Room Type: Foyer
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 7 x 11
- Room Information
- Room Type: Bedroom 5
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 10 x 13
- Room Information
- Room Type: Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 11 x 11
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Room Information
- Room Type: Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 11 x 14
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Room Information
- Room Type: Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 11 x 11
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Room Information
- Room Type: Dining Room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 11 x 14
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Room Information
- Room Type: Family Room
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 22 x 23
- Room Information
- Room Type: Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 19 x 11
- Room Information
- Room Type: Laundry
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 11 x 7
- Room Information
- Room Type: Living Room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 21 x 15
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Room Information
- Room Type: Master Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 15 x 12
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Bath: Full,Double Sink
- Additional Rooms Information
- Basement: Finished, Full, Daylight
- Laundry Features: Laundry Chute, Sink
- Interior Features
- Interior Features: Built-in Features
- # of Rooms: 10
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Fireplace Information
- # of Fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room
- Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Exterior
- Building Information
- Living Area Source: Plans
- Age: 61-70 Years
- Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
- Roof: Asphalt
- Construction Materials: Brick
- Property Information
- Property Type: Detached Single
- Property Type: 2 Stories
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property Currently Being Leased: No
- Rebuilt (Y/N): No
- Rehab (Y/N): Yes
- Rehab Year: 2025
- Parcel Number: 16044050130000
- Lot Information
- Dimensions: 105X210
- Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre
Financial
- Tax Information
- Tax Annual Amount: $12,519.46
- Tax Year: 2024
- Financial Information
- Finance Code: Conventional
- Special Service Area: N
Utilities
- Utility Information
- Water Source: Public
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Heating & Cooling
- Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
- Cooling: Central Air
Location
- Homeowners Association Information
- Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
- School Information
- Elementary School District: 67
- Elementary School: Cherokee Elementary School
- Middle Or Junior School District: 67
- Middle Or Junior School: Deer Path Middle School
- High School District: 115
- High School: Lake Forest High School
- Location Information
- Township: West Deerfield
- Corporate Limits: Lake Forest
- Directions: Take 41 North to Old Elm Road east then north on Green Bay Rd east on Briar Ln and south on Forest Hill Rd
Public facts
- Beds: 4
- Baths: 2.5
- Sq. Ft.: 1,778
- Stories: —
- Lot Size: 0.48 acres
- Style: Single Family Residential
- Year Built: 1961
- Year Renovated: 1961
- County: Lake County
- APN: 16-04-405-013
Other
- Listing Information
- Holds Earnest Money: Yes
- Possession: Closing
- Some Photos Virtually Staged?: No
Around this home
Schools
Public K-4 • Assigned • 2.1mi
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.1mi
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.4mi
Climate risks
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
7 days above 98° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
0% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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.
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Home values near 524 Forest Hill Rd
| Address | Redfin Estimate |
|---|---|
4 Beds | 4.5 Baths | 5579 Sq. Ft. | $2,069,872 |
4 Beds | 2.5 Baths | 2411 Sq. Ft. | $896,874 |
| Address | Redfin Estimate |
|---|---|
4 Beds | 2.5 Baths | 1811 Sq. Ft. | $764,155 |
3 Beds | 3 Baths | 2327 Sq. Ft. | $858,734 |
| Address | Redfin Estimate |
|---|---|
3 Beds | 2 Baths | 2474 Sq. Ft. | $1,034,830 |
4 Beds | 3.5 Baths | 3360 Sq. Ft. | $1,345,930 |
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