689 Illinois Road, Lake Forest, Illinois 60045
$450,000
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Sold
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| Status: | Closed |
| Sqft: | 1,234 |
| Cost/Sqft: | $365 |
| Beds: | 2 |
| Baths: | 2 |
| Year Built: | 1953 |
| Property Taxes: | $6,728 |
| Days On Market: | 1370 |
| Lot Size: | 0,17 |
Description
This wonderful property represents the most affordable way for you to live in Lake Forest. There's a new furnace, newer windows and a load more updates, installed by the current owner, over the 5 years she's enjoyed calling this property home. But 689 E Illinois is so much more than that. Surrounded by much larger houses and directly opposite Lake Forest Athletic Fields, this picture perfect cottage in charming Lake Forest is close to the vibrant downtown and stunning beach. The open concept main level gives you a sociable, light and inviting living space. From the cosy living room in the front, through the modern and stylish kitchen, to the dining/family room overlooking the deck and back yard. With two bedrooms and a bathroom on the main level and two legal bedrooms in the basement plus an additional bathroom, laundry and bonus space, there is plenty of space for everyone. Take a look at floor plans to see what great space this home provides you for the price. During the warmer months you'll love relaxing on the deck, sipping a cool drink and enjoying the peace and quiet. Book an appointment to see it today.
Property Specifics
| Single Family | |
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| 1953 | |
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| No | |
| 0.17 |
| Lake | |
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| — / Not Applicable | |
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| 11632770 | |
| 12334090990000 |
Nearby Schools
| NAME: | DISTRICT: | DISTANCE: | |
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Grade School
Sheridan Elementary School |
67 | — | |
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Middle School
Deer Path Middle School |
67 | Not in DB | |
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High School
Lake Forest High School |
115 | Not in DB | |
Property History
| DATE: | EVENT: | PRICE: | SOURCE: |
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| 27 Apr, 2010 | Sold | $260,000 | MRED MLS |
| 9 Apr, 2010 | Under contract | $259,900 | MRED MLS |
| — | Last price change | $272,500 | MRED MLS |
| 6 Oct, 2009 | Listed for sale | $349,500 | MRED MLS |
| 31 Oct, 2022 | Sold | $450,000 | MRED MLS |
| 25 Sep, 2022 | Under contract | $450,000 | MRED MLS |
| 19 Sep, 2022 | Listed for sale | $450,000 | MRED MLS |
| 16 Mar, 2026 | Sold | $600,000 | MRED MLS |
| 14 Feb, 2026 | Under contract | $599,000 | MRED MLS |
| 13 Feb, 2026 | Listed for sale | $599,000 | MRED MLS |
| 13 Mar, 2026 | Under contract | $0 | MRED MLS |
| 5 Mar, 2026 | Listed for sale | $0 | MRED MLS |
Room Specifics
Total Bedrooms: 4
Bedrooms Above Ground: 2
Bedrooms Below Ground: 2
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Full Bathrooms: 2
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Bathroom in Basement: 1
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Basement Description: Finished
Other Specifics
| 2 | |
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| Asphalt | |
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| 52.9X147X52.8X156.9 | |
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| Not in DB | |
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Tax History
| Year | Property Taxes |
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| 2010 | $5,587 |
| 2022 | $6,728 |
| 2026 | $8,250 |
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Listing Provided By
Baird & Warner
