689 E Illinois Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045

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689 E Illinois Road,Lake Forest, IL 60045
$599,000
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,623 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
Listed by: susan amory weninger
Office: @properties christie's international real estate
MLS#:12566895
Source:MLSNI

Price summary

  • Price:$599,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$369.07

About this home

This charming and thoughtfully updated cottage lives larger than it appears and offers generous living space in a prime East Lake Forest location. Just minutes from vibrant downtown, shops, restaurants and beach, this move-in ready home combines comfort and convenience. The open-concept main level creates an inviting flow, featuring a generous family room and a recently remodeled kitchen with an island and abundant cabinet space. Perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The sun filled dining room showcases a picture window and seamless access to the expansive, south facing deck which overlooks the landscaped yard. Plus, a two-car garage. Two well-sized bedrooms with ample closet space and an updated bathroom complete the main level, highlighted by gleaming hardwood flooring throughout. The finished lower level provides exceptional additional living space, including a recreation room, a large bedroom with tons of storage, a laundry room, full bathroom, and another versatile

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Home facts

  • Year built:1953
  • Listing ID #:12566895
  • Added:1 day(s) ago
  • Updated:February 14, 2026 at 12:12 AM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:4
  • Total bathrooms:2
  • Full bathrooms:2
  • Living area:1,623 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:Central Air
  • Heating:Forced Air, Natural Gas

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Asphalt
  • Year built:1953
  • Building area:1,623 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.17 Acres

Schools

  • High school:Lake Forest High School
  • Middle school:Deer Path Middle School
  • Elementary school:Sheridan Elementary School

Utilities

  • Water:Lake Michigan
  • Sewer:Public Sewer

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$599,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$369.07
  • Tax amount:$8,250 (2024)
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