Seldom available prime 1 acre vacant property steps from Lake Michigan. Mature trees and a south facing yard is perfect for a pool. Build the custom home of your dreams. Lot cannot be purchased until the home at 1015 Spring Lane is sold. Amazing value!
Vacant landProperty Type
1.01 acresLot Size
$1,638,615Price/Acres
Listed by Jean Anderson• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Listed by Donna Mancuso• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Bought with Chris Christoph• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Perfectly charming East Lake Forest home on one acre located just steps to the beach. The private lot is a true delight and is tucked away on one of the most coveted streets in town. This petite Cape Cod features two fireplaces, both brick and wood floors, a pretty staircase, three family bedrooms, and a lovely patio. This is a unique opportunity.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,388 (+5.3%)
$301,047
2024
$16,520 (+3.1%)
$301,047
2023
$16,026 (+8.3%)
$276,242
2022
$14,792 (+2.9%)
$254,648
2021
$14,382 (+2.3%)
$244,978
2020
$14,059 (+5.3%)
$242,865
2019
$13,358 (−21.2%)
$239,725
2018
$16,960 (+7.8%)
$319,926
2016
$15,739 (+1.1%)
$314,578
2015
$15,574 (−27.0%)
$299,427
2013
$21,341 (+2.0%)
$253,130
2012
$20,920 (+2.5%)
$264,916 + $143,768
$408,684
2011
$20,409 (−4.3%)
$281,945 + $153,010
$434,955
2010
$21,329 (−0.2%)
$396,869 + $94,796
$491,665
2008
$21,370 (+7.2%)
$433,405 + $103,523
$536,928
2007
$19,941
$430,197 + $102,757
$532,954
Tax history for 985 Spring Ln
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,388 (+5.3%)
$301,047
2024
$16,520 (+3.1%)
$301,047
2023
$16,026 (+8.3%)
$276,242
2022
$14,792 (+2.9%)
$254,648
2021
$14,382 (+2.3%)
$244,978
2020
$14,059 (+5.3%)
$242,865
2019
$13,358 (−21.2%)
$239,725
2018
$16,960 (+7.8%)
$319,926
2016
$15,739 (+1.1%)
$314,578
2015
$15,574 (−27.0%)
$299,427
2013
$21,341 (+2.0%)
$253,130
2012
$20,920 (+2.5%)
$264,916 + $143,768
$408,684
2011
$20,409 (−4.3%)
$281,945 + $153,010
$434,955
2010
$21,329 (−0.2%)
$396,869 + $94,796
$491,665
2008
$21,370 (+7.2%)
$433,405 + $103,523
$536,928
2007
$19,941
$430,197 + $102,757
$532,954
*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
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.93 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
—
Year built
—
Style
Vacant Land
County
Lake County
APN
12-34-103-016
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.
Feb 3, 2014 • Final
Building
Demolish a single-family home.
Demolition
Jul 1, 2013 • Final
Home sewer inspection
Plumbing
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
Exterior
Lot Information
Dimensions: 301.97X178.19X183.55X235.99
.50-.99 Acre
City Street Access
Front Footage: 301.9
Wooded
Land Information
Building(s) on Land
Road Surface: Asphalt
Backup Package: No
Property Information
Ownership: Fee Simple
Commuter Train
Current Use: Residential (Single Family)
Parcel Identification Number: 12341030160000
Financial
Financial Information
Tax: $13,357.74
Tax Year: 2019
Special Service Area: N
Finance Code: Cash
Utilities
Utility Information
Electric to Site, Gas to Site, Sanitary Sewer to Site, Water (Municipal)
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Sheridan Elementary School
Elementary School District: 67
Junior High: Deer Path Middle School
Junior High District: 67
High School: Lake Forest High School
High School District: 115
Location Information
Township: Shields
Corporate Limits: Lake Forest
Directions: Deerpath Rd East to Mayflower to Spring Lane
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.93 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Lake County
APN: 12-34-103-016
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 15, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Listing Agent Must Accompany
Possession: Closing
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Seller Concessions: No
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Sheridan Elementary School
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 3.1mi
10/10
Deer Path Middle School West
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 3.1mi
10/10
Lake Forest High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi
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 97° 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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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
$1.57M – $1.90M
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