Accepting Backups

479 Illinois Road

Lake Forest, IL 60045
$600,000
0beds
0baths
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0.57acres
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About this home

Build Your Dream Home in Coveted East Lake Forest! Incredible opportunity to own a beautiful piece of .57 acre land in the heart of prestigious East Lake Forest, walking distance to DT Lake Forest. Nestled on a picturesque, tree-lined street, this generous homesite offers the perfect canvas to create your custom single-family retreat. Enjoy an unparalleled lifestyle just moments from Lake Michigan's sandy beaches, scenic bike trails, charming downtown shops and restaurants, top-rated schools, and the Metra train for easy city access. Surrounded by timeless architecture and natural beauty, this prime location offers both privacy and convenience in one of Lake Forest's most desirable neighborhoods. Bring your vision-this is a rare chance to build in a truly exceptional setting. Approved R1 zoning for a single family home. We work with Builders who specialize in Lake Forest.
MLS Description — as provided by the listing brokerage.

The facts

Property typeLand
Lot size0.57 acres
Annual tax$6,278
CountyLake
MLS #MRD12511057
Days on market174

Schools

ElementarySheridan Elementary School
Middle / JuniorDeer Path Middle School
High schoolLake Forest High School

Features

Parking
Shared Driveway
Utilities
Sewer ConnectedWater Available
Listed by
Compass
Sharon Kay Rizzo · 312-953-4086

Listing courtesy of mred MLS as distributed by MLS GRID.

Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 4/26/2026, 9:41:13 AM. All data should be independently verified.

This home is under contract but the seller is accepting backup offers. Contact a dwello agent to submit.

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