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Off market mar 2024 for $995K

$1,143,549

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $6,760/mo

•

2,499

sq ft

597 S Green Bay Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045

About this home

Beautifully updated 4 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath brick ranch home in desirable Whispering Oaks! Features include a great floor plan, an expansive, updated primary suite with high ceilings and a beautiful marble bathroom with a large seperate shower and soaking tub, a beautifully updated hall bath, a newer gourmet kitchen with high-end stainless steel appliances, custom cabinets with maple interiors and stone countertops, a brand new powder room, recently refinished hardwood floors throughout, an elegant, spacious living room and family room open to the kitchen, both with fireplaces, a beautifully updated lower level with a stone fireplace, new lighting, many updated mechanicals, and a 2-car attached garage. Outside, the lovely landscaped 1/2 acre yard is mostly fenced with a huge deck. Other features include a patio, spacious front porch, mature trees and lovely gardens. Close to schools, parks, town and train! Move right in and enjoy this fabulous home!

Single-familyProperty Type

1956Year Built

0.47 acresLot Size

$458Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Ann Lyon • @properties Christie's International Real Estate

Bought with Lori Baker • Compass

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•Source:MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11971665

Redfin Estimate

$1,143,549

$149K since sold in March 2024$0 since September

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SOLD SEP 15, 2026
$1,355,000
A
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SOLD APR 1, 2026
$787,500
B
4 beds3 baths2,184 sq ft
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SOLD JUL 7, 2026
$1,050,000
C
4 beds3 baths3,108 sq ft
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SOLD SEP 29, 2026
$850,000
D
4 beds3.5 baths3,391 sq ft
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SOLD APR 8, 2026
$1,060,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths2,378 sq ft
948 S Green Bay Rd, 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%

0.5% MoM

Median sale price

$1.4M

$47K MoM

Avg. days on market

49d

0 days MoM

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3 MoM

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Sale history for 597 S Green Bay Rd

Date

Event

Price

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11971665

Mar 12, 2024

Sold (MLS) (Closed)

$995,000

$398/sq ft

Feb 26, 2024

Pending

—

Feb 9, 2024

Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)

—

Feb 8, 2024

Listed (Active)

$995,000

$398/sq ft

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08323262

Aug 2, 2013

Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)

$485,000

$194/sq ft

Jul 20, 2013

Pending

—

May 28, 2013

Contingent

—

Apr 29, 2013

Price Changed (Price Change)

$525,000

$210/sq ft

Apr 22, 2013

Listed (New)

$539,000

$216/sq ft

Delightful 4 bdrm ranch on beautiful property in Whispering Oaks neighborhood. Special features incl a lovely living rm w/fireplace & hardwd flrs, a nicely updated kitchen w/cherry cabinets opening to sunny family rm w/stone fireplace & French doors to the lg fenced yard. Spacious master bedrm w/ tray ceiling, walk-in closet & private bath. Finished bsmnt. Close to Cherokee School, Waveland Park & town.

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08214638

Apr 22, 2013

Listing Removed

—

Apr 15, 2013

Contingent

—

Mar 25, 2013

Listing Removed

—

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07707182

Nov 15, 2011

Listing Removed

—

Public Records

Nov 20, 1992

Sold

$247,500

$99/sq ft

Public Records

Jun 1, 1989

Sold

$340,000

$136/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$13,441 (+6.3%)

$105,054 + $128,667

$233,721

2024

$12,640 (+3.1%)

$105,054 + $128,667

$233,721

2023

$12,261 (+16.3%)

$95,432 + $116,883

$212,315

2022

$10,544 (+2.2%)

$91,585 + $112,172

$203,757

2021

$10,315 (−13.9%)

$94,623 + $86,766

$181,389

2020

$11,987 (+3.5%)

$91,229 + $117,476

$208,705

2019

$11,583 (+13.5%)

$91,266 + $117,523

$208,789

2018

$10,207 (+2.0%)

$96,734 + $96,614

$193,348

2017

$10,007 (+3.1%)

$96,734 + $96,614

$193,348

2016

$9,707 (+1.3%)

$96,425 + $96,306

$192,731

2015

$9,586 (+4.7%)

$92,779 + $92,664

$185,443

2013

$9,158 (+3.5%)

$87,798 + $86,706

$174,504

2012

$8,852 (+4.1%)

$88,981 + $87,874

$176,855

2011

$8,501 (−9.8%)

$93,369 + $92,208

$185,577

2010

$9,424 (+3.1%)

$102,515 + $119,467

$221,982

2008

$9,140 (−0.7%)

$108,619 + $126,581

$235,200

2007

$9,205

$108,101 + $143,101

$251,202

Tax history for 597 S Green Bay Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$13,441 (+6.3%)

$105,054 + $128,667

$233,721

2024

$12,640 (+3.1%)

$105,054 + $128,667

$233,721

2023

$12,261 (+16.3%)

$95,432 + $116,883

$212,315

2022

$10,544 (+2.2%)

$91,585 + $112,172

$203,757

2021

$10,315 (−13.9%)

$94,623 + $86,766

$181,389

2020

$11,987 (+3.5%)

$91,229 + $117,476

$208,705

2019

$11,583 (+13.5%)

$91,266 + $117,523

$208,789

2018

$10,207 (+2.0%)

$96,734 + $96,614

$193,348

2017

$10,007 (+3.1%)

$96,734 + $96,614

$193,348

2016

$9,707 (+1.3%)

$96,425 + $96,306

$192,731

2015

$9,586 (+4.7%)

$92,779 + $92,664

$185,443

2013

$9,158 (+3.5%)

$87,798 + $86,706

$174,504

2012

$8,852 (+4.1%)

$88,981 + $87,874

$176,855

2011

$8,501 (−9.8%)

$93,369 + $92,208

$185,577

2010

$9,424 (+3.1%)

$102,515 + $119,467

$221,982

2008

$9,140 (−0.7%)

$108,619 + $126,581

$235,200

2007

$9,205

$108,101 + $143,101

$251,202

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

100 ft.

Lot depth

200 ft.

Lot size

0.46 Acres

Year renovated

1956

Sq. Ft.

2,919

Year built

1956

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Lake County

APN

16-04-405-008

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Parking (Total): 2
Parking: Garage
Garage Ownership: Owned
Garage On-Site: Yes
Garage Type: Attached
Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
Driveway: Asphalt

Interior

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

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Bedrooms Possible: 4

Room Information
Room Type: Recreation Room
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 25 x 20
Flooring: Porcelain Tile

Room Information
Room Type: Storage
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 9 x 5
Flooring: Porcelain Tile

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Main
Dimensions: 18 x 10
Window Treatments: Blinds,Curtains/Drapes
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 12
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 11
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 11
Window Treatments: Curtains/Drapes
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 18 x 18
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Type: Eating Area-Table Space
Level: Main
Dimensions: 19 x 10
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 10 x 5
Flooring: Porcelain Tile

Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 19 x 15
Window Treatments: Curtains/Drapes
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Main
Dimensions: 21 x 19
Flooring: Hardwood
Bath: Full

Additional Rooms Information
Attic: Pull Down Stair,Unfinished
Dining Room: Separate
Basement: Partial
Basement Description: Finished,Crawl
Basement Sq. Ft.: 700
Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Sink

Interior Features
Interior Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases
# of Rooms: 9

Equipment
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood
Humidifier, Security System, CO Detectors, Sump Pump, Water Heater-Gas

Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 3
Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room,Basement
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen, Gas Log, Gas Starter

Exterior

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Deck, Patio

Building Information
Living Area Source: Assessor
Below Grade Finished Area: 700
Exterior Building Type: Brick
Age: 61-70 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Roof: Asphalt
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Aprox. Total Finished Sq Ft: 3,199

Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 1 Story
Main Sq Ft: 2499
Ownership: Fee Simple
Property Currently Being Leased: No
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): Yes
Rehab Year: 2019
Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft: 3,199
Total Sq Ft: 2,499
General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train
Parcel Number: 16044050080000

Lot Information
Dimensions: 100 X 200
Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
Lot Features: Fenced Yard, Wooded

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $10,543.76
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Financial Information
Finance Code: Cash
Special Service Area: N

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Lake Michigan
Sewer: Public Sewer
Electric: 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned
Cooling: Central Air, Zoned

Location

Community Information
Community Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Paved

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
Subdivision Name: Whispering Oaks
Township: West Deerfield
Corporate Limits: Lake Forest
Directions: Green Bay Rd south of Westleigh or north of Old Elm to home.

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,919
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.46 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1956
Year Renovated: 1956
County: Lake County
APN: 16-04-405-008

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 15, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: No

Around this home

Schools

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 • 2.5mi

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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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

$1.09M – $1.32M

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Home values near 597 S Green Bay Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
525 S Green Bay Road, Lake Forest, IL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2129 Sq. Ft.	$773,942
550 S Green Bay Road, Lake Forest, IL 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 6108 Sq. Ft.	—

Address	Redfin Estimate
565 S Green Bay Road, Lake Forest, IL 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2632 Sq. Ft.	$1,232,351
631 S Green Bay Road, Lake Forest, IL 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3176 Sq. Ft.	$1,119,767

Address	Redfin Estimate
655 S Green Bay Road, Lake Forest, IL 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2176 Sq. Ft.	$873,512
602 S Green Bay Road, Lake Forest, IL 5 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 4132 Sq. Ft.	$1,638,670

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