524 Forest Hill Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045
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524 Forest Hill Road,Lake Forest, IL 60045
$1,100,000
- 5 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,648 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Active
Upcoming open houses
- Sat, Feb 2111:00 am - 01:00 pm
Listed by: william fisher
Office: compass
MLS#:12554806
Source:MLSNI
Price summary
- Price:$1,100,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$415.41
About this home
Offering OVER 3000 sq ft of finished and REMODELED home. Nestled in the sought-after Whispering Oaks neighborhood of East Lake Forest is this beautifully renovated 5 bedroom, 2.5 bath home. The main level features a seamless flow anchored by a brand new kitchen with quartz countertops, custom thin shaker cabinetry, a pull out pantry, and chef's hood, along with a cozy coffee nook for early mornings. The adjoining dining area opens to a raised patio, perfect for entertaining or quiet evenings surrounded by mature trees. A spacious living room with a wood burning fireplace, gas starter and an oversized picture window frames stunning views of the private, fenced in half acre yard. Upstairs, four generous bedrooms easily accommodate queen or king beds, including a serene primary suite with dual vanities and a beautifully updated bath and large, glass shower walk-in shower. An additional new full, hallway bath features a 72-inch, dual sink, white oak vanity with tons of storage and modern finishes. Lower level has a great walk-out to the outdoor space right off the family room with a second cozy, woodurning fireplace and a brand new custom dry bar built-in with quartzite slab countertop and vein matching backsplash and beverage center, great for entertaining guests on game days and holidays. The lower level has a additional room for a home-office or a guest suite. Also inclidues, large laundry area with extra storage. The finished basement below adds even more versatility with a playroom, craft area, and workshop space, perfect for hobbies or recreation. Additional highlights include a new furnace and air conditioning, ample storage throughout, and a cedar closet for seasonal items. Just steps from Cherokee Elementary and minutes to downtown Lake Forest, the Metra, and Lake Michigan beaches, this home blends suburban tranquility with everyday convenience you'll love to take advantage of for Summer beach days.
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Home facts
- Year built:1961
- Listing ID #:12554806
- Added:99 day(s) ago
- Updated:February 21, 2026 at 11:58 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:5
- Total bathrooms:3
- Full bathrooms:2
- Half bathrooms:1
- Living area:2,648 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
- Heating:Forced Air, Natural Gas
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Asphalt
- Year built:1961
- Building area:2,648 sq. ft.
Schools
- High school:Lake Forest High School
- Middle school:Deer Path Middle School
- Elementary school:Cherokee Elementary School
Utilities
- Water:Public
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$1,100,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$415.41
- Tax amount:$12,519 (2024)
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