Nestled on one of Lake Forest's most desirable streets, this Illinois Road beauty is move-in ready! Great curb appeal w/ brick exterior, prof landscaping, .43 acre w/ large front and rear yards, 3-car side-load garage, driveway w/ parking court. Quality interior has hardwood floors, high ceilings, an open floor plan and spacious rooms. Fabulous 2017 designer kitchen and 2019 master bath. The white custom kitchen w/ quartzite countertops is a dream. It features SS applcs, a large farmer's sink, island seating and dining area open to family room. Rare 4-season sunroom w/ coffered ceiling and heated floors. 1st floor office/study. Gracious master bedroom with fireplace and custom walk-in closet. Gorgeous new master bath w/ freestanding tub, Carrara marble floor and shower, two large vanities and private WC. High quality finished basement w/ rec room, deluxe bar, 5th bdrm, exercise room and full bath w/ steam shower. Walking distance from town and the beach, and just 2 miles to LFHS!
Single-familyProperty Type
1996Year Built
0.43 acresLot Size
$391Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 spacesParking
Listed by Mona Hellinga• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
This home has it all! Open floor plan, high ceilings, hardwood floors, wonderful gathering spaces & quiet cozy rooms! Impressive foyer w/views to the 2 story living room w/fireplace and intimate dining rm. Open kitchen family rm w/views to the yard. Large master w/fireplace. 2nd flr bonus rm. LL w/ bar area, rec area, art rm, gym & full bath. Curb appeal is a 10 ! Attractive landscape with lovely, private backyard.
Public Records
Feb 22, 1996
Sold
$59,000
$12/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$29,728 (+7.4%)
$187,632 + $335,080
$522,712
2024
$27,669 (+13.8%)
$187,632 + $335,080
$522,712
2023
$24,321 (+6.8%)
$168,953 + $301,723
$470,676
2022
$22,774 (+2.9%)
$141,587 + $252,852
$394,439
2021
$22,140 (+2.3%)
$137,545 + $245,634
$383,179
2020
$21,645 (+5.3%)
$136,359 + $243,515
$379,874
2019
$20,563 (−3.0%)
$134,596 + $283,329
$417,925
2018
$21,190 (+3.4%)
$181,406 + $224,325
$405,731
2017
$20,487 (+4.3%)
$181,406 + $224,325
$405,731
2016
$19,646 (+1.2%)
$178,374 + $220,575
$398,949
2015
$19,419 (−0.4%)
$169,783 + $209,951
$379,734
2013
$19,502 (+2.0%)
$143,532 + $213,830
$357,362
2012
$19,119 (+2.5%)
$150,215 + $223,786
$374,001
2011
$18,653 (+10.5%)
$159,871 + $238,172
$398,043
2010
$16,880 (−0.2%)
$166,668 + $223,655
$390,323
2008
$16,915 (+10.2%)
$182,012 + $244,245
$426,257
2007
$15,352
$180,665 + $242,437
$423,102
Tax history for 725 E Illinois Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$29,728 (+7.4%)
$187,632 + $335,080
$522,712
2024
$27,669 (+13.8%)
$187,632 + $335,080
$522,712
2023
$24,321 (+6.8%)
$168,953 + $301,723
$470,676
2022
$22,774 (+2.9%)
$141,587 + $252,852
$394,439
2021
$22,140 (+2.3%)
$137,545 + $245,634
$383,179
2020
$21,645 (+5.3%)
$136,359 + $243,515
$379,874
2019
$20,563 (−3.0%)
$134,596 + $283,329
$417,925
2018
$21,190 (+3.4%)
$181,406 + $224,325
$405,731
2017
$20,487 (+4.3%)
$181,406 + $224,325
$405,731
2016
$19,646 (+1.2%)
$178,374 + $220,575
$398,949
2015
$19,419 (−0.4%)
$169,783 + $209,951
$379,734
2013
$19,502 (+2.0%)
$143,532 + $213,830
$357,362
2012
$19,119 (+2.5%)
$150,215 + $223,786
$374,001
2011
$18,653 (+10.5%)
$159,871 + $238,172
$398,043
2010
$16,880 (−0.2%)
$166,668 + $223,655
$390,323
2008
$16,915 (+10.2%)
$182,012 + $244,245
$426,257
2007
$15,352
$180,665 + $242,437
$423,102
*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
4.5
Stories
1.75
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.43 Acres
Year renovated
1996
Sq. Ft.
4,249
Year built
1996
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lake County
APN
12-33-409-016
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.
Jul 31, 2020 • Final
Building
Remodel
Sep 4, 2007 • Final
Building
Grading
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Cars: 3
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Garage Parking
Garage Door Opener(s), Garage Transmitter(s)
Attached Garage
Garage On-Site
Owned Garage
Asphalt Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 5
# of Bedrooms (Above Grade): 4
# of Bedrooms (Below Grade): 1
Master Bedroom Information
Size: 18X15
On 2nd Level
Carpet Flooring
Bedroom #2 Information
Size: 19X12
On 2nd Level
Carpet Flooring
Bedroom #3 Information
Size: 23X14
On 2nd Level
Carpet Flooring
Bedroom #4 Information
Size: 14X11
On 2nd Level
Carpet Flooring
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 4
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Master Bath
Separate Shower, Steam Shower, Double Sink, Soaking Tub
Bathroom(s) in Basement
Living Room Information
Size: 14X13
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Family Room Information
Size: 18X16
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Dining Room Information
Separate Dining Room
Size: 13X12
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Kitchen Information
Size: 21X14
Eating Area (Breakfast Bar), Eating Area (Table Space), Island, Pantry (Closet), Pantry (Walk-in)
Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Bar Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Wine Cooler/Refrigerator, Range Hood