OFF MARKET

Off market nov 2021 for $1M

$1,554,535

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $5,724/mo

•

2,901

sq ft

549 King Muir Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045

About this home

From the moment you pass through the white picket gate at the entrance you'll be overwhelmed by the breathtaking beauty of this very special offering. The original "Gardener's Cottage" of Westmoreland Farms is set on 1.6 acres of magnificently groomed gardens with original but refurbished barn and charming guest house. The "cottage" is truly a "House Beautiful" and has been updated to meet today's standards. Gourmet kitchen with sunny bay eating area, white cabinetry, quartz counters and ss Viking appliances. The primary suite is comprised of an office/sitting area, dressing room with 2 walk-in closets and built-in dressers, luxury bath and large bedroom with fireplace. Living room with fireplace & recessed bookcases, banquet sized dining room with 2 bays, sunny family room with fireplace, 2 addition bedrooms and 1st floor laundry complete this picture. The guest house has living room, kitchen, dining room, bedroom and bath. The 2 story barn can accommodate 4-6 cars and has large storage area. The gardens include a gazebo, French iron fountain, brick walkways, and patios. This is a one of a kind, once in a lifetime property.

Single-familyProperty Type

1903Year Built

1.6 acresLot Size

$536Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

4 car garageParking

Listed by Adele Curtis • @properties Christie's International Real Estate

Bought with Susan Amory Weninger • @properties Christie's International Real Estate

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•Source:MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11058502

Redfin Estimate

$1,554,535

$555K since sold in November 2021$11K since September

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This home's estimate is 78.7% higher than the average sale price ($870K) of 4 comparable homes.

SOLD APR 9, 2026
$880,000
A
3 beds3 baths2,866 sq ft
731 Mellody Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
SOLD JUN 25, 2026
$925,000
B
3 beds2 baths2,073 sq ft
700 S Waukegan Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
SOLD SEP 30, 2026
$900,000
C
3 beds3 baths2,517 sq ft
1297 Edgewood Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
SOLD MAY 19, 2026
$775,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,969 sq ft
156 High Holborn, Lake Forest, IL 60045

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Market trends in 60045, IL

Last updated September 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 549 King Muir Rd

Date

Event

Price

Public Records

Mar 1, 2022

Sold

$1,000,000

$345/sq ft

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11058502

Nov 30, 2021

Sold (MLS) (Closed)

$1,000,000

$345/sq ft

Oct 25, 2021

Pending (Active Under Contract)

—

Jun 13, 2021

Price Changed

$1,295,000

$446/sq ft

Apr 19, 2021

Listed (New)

$1,599,000

$551/sq ft

Public Records

Jul 6, 2001

Sold

$1,450,000

$500/sq ft

Public Records

Aug 1, 1988

Sold

$850,000

$293/sq ft

Public Records

May 1, 1986

Sold

$545,000

$188/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$20,907 (+8.2%)

$188,536 + $172,390

$360,926

2024

$19,316 (+13.3%)

$188,536 + $172,390

$360,926

2023

$17,043 (+5.2%)

$168,195 + $153,792

$321,987

2022

$16,206 (+15.5%)

$140,952 + $128,882

$269,834

2019

$14,035 (−22.4%)

$136,672 + $151,258

$287,930

2018

$18,086 (+3.5%)

$169,306 + $181,710

$351,016

2017

$17,483 (+4.4%)

$169,306 + $181,710

$351,016

2016

$16,752 (+1.3%)

$166,476 + $178,673

$345,149

2015

$16,541 (+4.3%)

$158,458 + $170,068

$328,526

2013

$15,852 (+1.5%)

$133,958 + $161,489

$295,447

2012

$15,611 (+2.4%)

$140,195 + $169,008

$309,203

2011

$15,250 (−2.7%)

$149,207 + $179,872

$329,079

2010

$15,676 (−0.3%)

$182,433 + $184,410

$366,843

2008

$15,722 (+7.0%)

$199,228 + $201,387

$400,615

2007

$14,698

$197,753 + $199,896

$397,649

Tax history for 549 King Muir Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$20,907 (+8.2%)

$188,536 + $172,390

$360,926

2024

$19,316 (+13.3%)

$188,536 + $172,390

$360,926

2023

$17,043 (+5.2%)

$168,195 + $153,792

$321,987

2022

$16,206 (+15.5%)

$140,952 + $128,882

$269,834

2019

$14,035 (−22.4%)

$136,672 + $151,258

$287,930

2018

$18,086 (+3.5%)

$169,306 + $181,710

$351,016

2017

$17,483 (+4.4%)

$169,306 + $181,710

$351,016

2016

$16,752 (+1.3%)

$166,476 + $178,673

$345,149

2015

$16,541 (+4.3%)

$158,458 + $170,068

$328,526

2013

$15,852 (+1.5%)

$133,958 + $161,489

$295,447

2012

$15,611 (+2.4%)

$140,195 + $169,008

$309,203

2011

$15,250 (−2.7%)

$149,207 + $179,872

$329,079

2010

$15,676 (−0.3%)

$182,433 + $184,410

$366,843

2008

$15,722 (+7.0%)

$199,228 + $201,387

$400,615

2007

$14,698

$197,753 + $199,896

$397,649

*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

1.5

Stories

1.5

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

1.53 Acres

Year renovated

1903

Sq. Ft.

2,901

Year built

1903

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Lake County

APN

12-31-200-004

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 23, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# Of Cars: 4
# of Garage Spaces: 4
Parking: Garage
Garage Ownership: Owned
Garage On-Site: Yes
Garage Type: Detached
Driveway: Asphalt

Interior

Virtual Tour
Additional Media Type 1: Video

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bath Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower,Double Sink

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms Possible: 3

Additional Rooms Information
Dining Room: Separate
Basement: Partial
Basement Description: Unfinished

Interior Features
Interior Features: Bar-Wet, Hardwood Floors, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Some Carpeting
# of Rooms: 8

Equipment
Appliances: Double Oven, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop, Range Hood
TV-Cable, Security System, Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn

Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 3
Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room,Master Bedroom
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning

Exterior

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Patio

Building Information
Living Area Source: Assessor
Exterior Building Type: Aluminum Siding,Vinyl Siding,Brick
Age: 100+ Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Roof: Asphalt

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): No
General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
Parcel Number: 12312000040000

Lot Information
Dimensions: 162X142X12X24X221X380
Lot Size: 1.0-1.99 Acres
Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Irregular Lot, Landscaped, Mature Trees
Zero Lot Line: No

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $14,063.12
Tax Year: 2020
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior

Financial Information
Finance Code: Cash
Special Service Area: N

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Lake Michigan
Sewer: Public Sewer

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Steam
Cooling: Central Air, Space Pac

Location

Community Information
Community Features: Curbs, Street Lights, Street Paved

Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

School Information
Elementary School District: 67
Elementary School: Everett 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: Shields
Corporate Limits: Lake Forest
Directions: Deerpath Rd east of Waukegan to King Muir Rd north to 549...house is on the left of the barn.

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,901
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 1.53 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1903
Year Renovated: 1903
County: Lake County
APN: 12-31-200-004

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 23, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing

Around this home

Schools

Everett Elementary School

Public K-4 • Assigned • 1.2mi

10/10

Deer Path Middle School West

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi

10/10

Lake Forest High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi

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

3/10 Fire Factor

0.15% chance of being 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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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

$1.48M – $1.79M

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Home values near 549 King Muir Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
550 King Muir Rd, Lake Forest, IL 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 4052 Sq. Ft.	$1,707,970
567 King Muir Rd, Lake Forest, IL 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2291 Sq. Ft.	$813,461

Address	Redfin Estimate
500 King Muir Rd, Lake Forest, IL 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2522 Sq. Ft.	$1,027,370
537 King Muir Rd, Lake Forest, IL - Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2818 Sq. Ft.	$1,333,479

Address	Redfin Estimate
557 King Muir Rd, Lake Forest, IL - Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 4415 Sq. Ft.	$1,283,993
455 King Muir Rd, Lake Forest, IL - Beds \| 6 Baths \| 7016 Sq. Ft.	$2,982,125

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