Enjoy this rare luxury nature retreat In Lake Forest. It's a stunning and beautifully updated gem on an idyllic 1.5 acres, gorgeous historical trees, complete with a heated swimming pool, automatic pool cover, fire pit, screened porch, fenced yard and privacy galore, yet it's convenient to everything. Located east of Waukegan Road, with forest preserve privacy on a quiet street that leads to a walking/biking path bridge and scenic waterway. This is a truly serene oasis set amidst incredible flowering trees and lush gardens. It's perfect for your active year-round lifestyle or as a second home retreat from the City, 4 bedrooms, 3.1 baths, sunroom, book nook, 2 fireplaces, a spectacular master bath with a heated floor, steam shower, and a Jacuzzi tub, 2 decks off the expansive master suite, a newly-finished rec room in the basement with powder room, an attached, heated 3-car garage, and so much more. Approx. 3,600+ sf. Irrigation system. Many updates. There is an easy way to create a 4th bedroom on the second floor; creating a first floor primary suite is also a possibility. This easy breezy home will accommodate your dreams -- so much fun and relaxation awaits. Just move in and enjoy this amazing lifestyle!
Single-familyProperty Type
1978Year Built
1.47 acresLot Size
$471Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Deborah Fischer• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Bought with Sara Brahm• @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Down a secluded lane is an enchanting country home on almost 11/2 acres surrounded mostly by forest preserve. Perennial gardens & delightful swimming pool will make your summer days enjoyable. Some unique features in this well planned home: book nooks, "snoring room" etc. will delight you. Screened porch, garden rm, finished bsmnt, luxurious master suite w/steam shower, onyx bathroom counters, balconies and much more!
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06971849
Jan 5, 2009
Listing Removed
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Nov 7, 2008
Price Changed
*
Jul 22, 2008
Listed
*
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$22,729 (+1.4%)
$218,348 + $185,159
$403,507
2024
$22,420 (+8.3%)
$218,348 + $185,159
$403,507
2023
$20,708 (+12.0%)
$208,268 + $176,611
$384,879
2022
$18,497 (+5.8%)
$183,370 + $155,497
$338,867
2021
$17,484 (+2.7%)
$193,131 + $120,827
$313,958
2020
$17,031 (+3.4%)
$186,204 + $116,493
$302,697
2019
$16,478 (+1.6%)
$186,279 + $116,540
$302,819
2018
$16,221 (+1.9%)
$197,440 + $116,083
$313,523
2017
$15,922 (+3.2%)
$197,440 + $116,083
$313,523
2016
$15,433 (+1.4%)
$196,810 + $115,713
$312,523
2015
$15,220 (−9.3%)
$189,368 + $111,337
$300,705
2013
$16,778 (+3.5%)
$133,087 + $181,859
$314,946
2012
$16,205 (+4.2%)
$134,880 + $184,310
$319,190
2011
$15,549 (+4.8%)
$141,532 + $193,400
$334,932
2010
$14,842 (+3.1%)
$155,421 + $190,800
$346,221
2008
$14,390 (+6.9%)
$164,676 + $202,162
$366,838
2007
$13,464
$163,894 + $201,201
$365,095
Tax history for 591 W Old Mill Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$22,729 (+1.4%)
$218,348 + $185,159
$403,507
2024
$22,420 (+8.3%)
$218,348 + $185,159
$403,507
2023
$20,708 (+12.0%)
$208,268 + $176,611
$384,879
2022
$18,497 (+5.8%)
$183,370 + $155,497
$338,867
2021
$17,484 (+2.7%)
$193,131 + $120,827
$313,958
2020
$17,031 (+3.4%)
$186,204 + $116,493
$302,697
2019
$16,478 (+1.6%)
$186,279 + $116,540
$302,819
2018
$16,221 (+1.9%)
$197,440 + $116,083
$313,523
2017
$15,922 (+3.2%)
$197,440 + $116,083
$313,523
2016
$15,433 (+1.4%)
$196,810 + $115,713
$312,523
2015
$15,220 (−9.3%)
$189,368 + $111,337
$300,705
2013
$16,778 (+3.5%)
$133,087 + $181,859
$314,946
2012
$16,205 (+4.2%)
$134,880 + $184,310
$319,190
2011
$15,549 (+4.8%)
$141,532 + $193,400
$334,932
2010
$14,842 (+3.1%)
$155,421 + $190,800
$346,221
2008
$14,390 (+6.9%)
$164,676 + $202,162
$366,838
2007
$13,464
$163,894 + $201,201
$365,095
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
1.47 Acres
Year renovated
1978
Sq. Ft.
4,476
Year built
1978
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lake County
APN
16-17-101-001
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# Of Cars: 3
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Parking: Garage
Garage Ownership: Owned
Garage On-Site: Yes
Garage Type: Attached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bath Amenities: Steam Shower,Double Sink,Bidet,Soaking Tub
Appliances: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Cooktop, Electric Cooktop
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Deck, Porch, Roof Deck, Porch Screened, In Ground Pool, Fire Pit
Building Information
Living Area Source: Assessor
Exterior Building Type: Cedar
Age: 41-50 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
Roof: Shake
Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 2 Stories
Ownership: Fee Simple
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): No
General Information: School Bus Service
Parcel Number: 16171010010000
Lot Information
Dimensions: 197 X 324
Lot Size: 1.0-1.99 Acres
Lot Features: Fenced Yard, Forest Preserve Adjacent, Landscaped, Wooded, Mature Trees
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $17,014.08
Tax Year: 2021
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
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: 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: West Deerfield
Corporate Limits: Lake Forest
Directions: Waukegan Rd, South of Everett, North of Route 22, to Old Mill, East to house number. Alternate directions: Everett Road east of Waukegan to Evergreen, south to Jennifer, east to Kathryn, south to Old Mill, east to house number (591).
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,476
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1.47 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1978
Year Renovated: 1978
County: Lake County
APN: 16-17-101-001
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 15, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing
Around this home
Schools
Everett Elementary School
Public K-4 • Assigned • 1.9mi
10/10
Deer Path Middle School West
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.9mi
10/10
Lake Forest High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.9mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
3/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 10-14% chance 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
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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66
48
49
37
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22
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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
$1.63M – $1.98M
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