What is the housing market like in Lake Forest today?
In October 2025, Lake Forest home prices were down 50.1% compared to last year, selling for a median price of $924K.
$990K
Sale Price
$258
Sale $/Sq. Ft.
Under List Price
0.8%
Days on Market
40
Down Payment
—
Total Homes Sold
1
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Climate's impact on Lake Forest housing
Learn about natural hazards and environmental risks, such as floods, fires, wind, and heat that
could impact homes in Lake Forest.
Flood Factor - Minor
17% of properties are at risk of severe flooding over the next 30 years
Flood Factor
Lake Forest has a minor risk of flooding. 26 properties in Lake Forest are likely to be
severely affected
by flooding over the next 30 years. This represents 17% of all properties in Lake Forest. Flood risk is increasing faster than the national average.
100% of properties are at minor
risk of a severe wind event over the next 30 years
Wind Factor
Lake Forest has a Minor Wind Factor® risk based on the projected likelihood and speed of hurricane, tornado, or severe storm winds impacting it. Lake Forest is most at risk from severe storms. 242 properties in Lake Forest have some risk of being in a severe wind event within the next 30 years.