This stunning two-story east Lake Forest home is on a large lot in the sought after Whispering Oaks neighborhood. From the open-concept kitchen with oversized island and eat in breakfast nook that flows seamlessly into the double height vaulted family room, which boasts a gorgeous floor to ceiling stone fireplace, to the large fenced in rear yard with spacious winding brick paved patio, there is plenty of room for the whole family to enjoy. Recent updates include impeccably refinished chefs kitchen with custom handcrafted Amish cabinets and Sub-Zero/Wolf appliances complete with double oven, refinished hardwood floors, new overhead garage door, newer windows and renovated en-suite master bath. The large master walk in closets and second floor laundry are an exclamation point on this perfect home. Situated within walking distance to Cherokee elementary school and park, this home is sure to impress.
Single-familyProperty Type
1960Year Built
0.48 acresLot Size
$453Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Cory Green• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Bought with Jena Radnay• @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Prime Whispering Oaks home, close to school, town and train! Situated beautifully on this amazing lot- this house truly looks and feels like "home!" Newer windows throughout as well as pretty new portico entry way! Awesome Colorado style vaulted ceiling family room with stone fireplace is the perfect family hangout! White kitchen boasts center island, large eating space and gorgeous views of the beautiful backyard! Serine Living room boasts a fireplace, hardwood flooring, crown molding! spacious formal Living room situated just off the foyer! Private 1st floor office with new carpet too! Master bedroom suite plus 3 additional family bedrooms on the second floor! Lower level recreation room has just been freshly painted and newly carpeted! Gorgeous yard features mature tree's, beautiful gardens and an amazing brick paver patio complete with fire pit! Many recent improvements include: garage doors, French doors, refrigerator, dishwasher and more! Move right in!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,193 (+1.3%)
$114,347 + $184,705
$299,052
2024
$16,976 (+10.9%)
$114,347 + $184,705
$299,052
2023
$15,306 (+6.3%)
$109,068 + $176,178
$285,246
2022
$14,398 (+5.7%)
$93,457 + $150,962
$244,419
2021
$13,620 (+2.7%)
$98,406 + $141,196
$239,602
2020
$13,266 (+3.5%)
$94,877 + $136,132
$231,009
2019
$12,820 (−5.5%)
$94,916 + $136,186
$231,102
2018
$13,564 (+4.4%)
$100,604 + $156,452
$257,056
2017
$12,988 (+3.2%)
$100,604 + $156,452
$257,056
2016
$12,586 (+1.4%)
$100,283 + $155,953
$256,236
2015
$12,409 (−0.3%)
$96,491 + $150,056
$246,547
2013
$12,449 (+3.5%)
$91,309 + $143,822
$235,131
2012
$12,027 (+4.4%)
$92,540 + $145,760
$238,300
2011
$11,517 (+3.1%)
$97,104 + $152,949
$250,053
2010
$11,174 (+3.1%)
$107,406 + $155,270
$262,676
2008
$10,836 (+6.8%)
$113,802 + $164,516
$278,318
2007
$10,147
$113,261 + $163,130
$276,391
Tax history for 649 Forest Hill Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,193 (+1.3%)
$114,347 + $184,705
$299,052
2024
$16,976 (+10.9%)
$114,347 + $184,705
$299,052
2023
$15,306 (+6.3%)
$109,068 + $176,178
$285,246
2022
$14,398 (+5.7%)
$93,457 + $150,962
$244,419
2021
$13,620 (+2.7%)
$98,406 + $141,196
$239,602
2020
$13,266 (+3.5%)
$94,877 + $136,132
$231,009
2019
$12,820 (−5.5%)
$94,916 + $136,186
$231,102
2018
$13,564 (+4.4%)
$100,604 + $156,452
$257,056
2017
$12,988 (+3.2%)
$100,604 + $156,452
$257,056
2016
$12,586 (+1.4%)
$100,283 + $155,953
$256,236
2015
$12,409 (−0.3%)
$96,491 + $150,056
$246,547
2013
$12,449 (+3.5%)
$91,309 + $143,822
$235,131
2012
$12,027 (+4.4%)
$92,540 + $145,760
$238,300
2011
$11,517 (+3.1%)
$97,104 + $152,949
$250,053
2010
$11,174 (+3.1%)
$107,406 + $155,270
$262,676
2008
$10,836 (+6.8%)
$113,802 + $164,516
$278,318
2007
$10,147
$113,261 + $163,130
$276,391
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
104 ft.
Lot depth
200 ft.
Lot size
0.48 Acres
Year renovated
1960
Sq. Ft.
3,706
Year built
1960
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lake County
APN
16-04-406-009
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# Of Cars: 2
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking: Garage
Garage Ownership: Owned
Garage On-Site: Yes
Garage Type: Detached
Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s)