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  • $1,385,000

    490 S Waukegan Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045

    5beds
    3,658sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1977
    1.46 Acres Lot
    $1,392,300 Zestimate®
    $379/sqft
    $6,377 Estimated rent

    What's special

    Stunning fully updated home secluded on nearly one and a half acres in beautiful Lake Forest! This modern farmhouse gut renovated in 2022 with 5 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms - is what you have been waiting for! Greeted by warm front porch, you enter into the lovely foyer which is open to a bright formal living room with electric fireplace, tucked away private office with gas fireplace, and nicely sized dining room with storage closet. The sun-filled gourmet kitchen features custom white cabinetry, quartz countertops, breakfast bar and breakfast table nook, large pantry - opens to pretty family room with gas fireplace and sliding glass doors that overlook patio & backyard! The first floor also features an oversized laundry and mud room, a guest bedroom with gorgeous hall bathroom, and an attached 2.5 car garage. Upstairs you will find a peaceful primary suite with two walk in closets and spa-like bathroom with huge dual vanity, soaking tub, and nice shower. Three large family bedrooms round out the second floor - one with an en suite bath while two share a lovely hall bath. Huge finished basement with plentiful recreation space & entertaining space - plus tons of storage! Amazing backyard with great patio, covered pergola with tv, fire pit area, swing set, basketball hoop, and lots of yard. Located in desirable Lake Forest, this home is just minutes away from great schools, shopping, dining, and entertainment!

    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: July 21, 2025 at 01:01am

    Listing courtesy of:

    Katharine Hackett 847-881-0200,

    @properties Christie's International Real Estate

    Bought with:

    Joe Tyler Gerber

    Compass

    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12373311MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 4
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 280 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 20X14
    Bedroom 2
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 196 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 14X14
    Bedroom 3
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 255 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 17X15
    Bedroom 4
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 216 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 18X12
    Bedroom 5
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 182 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 14X13
    Dining room
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 195 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 13X15
    Family room
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 330 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 22X15
    Foyer
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 210 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 15X14
    Kitchen
    • Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Custom Cabinetry, Pantry, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 270 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 18X15
    Laundry
    • Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 100 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 10X10
    Living room
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 280 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 20X14
    Office
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 210 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 14X15
    Recreation room
    • Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
    • Level: Basement
    • Area: 1400 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 50X28
    Heating
    • Natural Gas, Forced Air
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood
    • Laundry: Main Level, In Unit, Sink
    Features
    • 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Open Floorplan, Separate Dining Room
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    • Basement: Finished,Full
    • Number of fireplaces: 3
    • Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Electric, Gas Log, Family Room, Living Room, Other
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 5,200
    • Total interior livable area: 3,658 sqft
    • Finished area below ground: 1,350

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2.5
    • Parking features: Asphalt, Concrete, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
    • Attached garage spaces: 2.5
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: No Disability Access
    Features
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Patio
    Lot
    • Size: 1.46 Acres
    • Dimensions: 250 X 240 X 273 X 273
    • Features: Landscaped
    Details
    • Additional structures: Pergola
    • Parcel number: 16064010060000
    • Special conditions: None
    • Other equipment: Sump Pump

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Fiber Cement
    • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1977
    • Major remodel year: 2022

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Septic Tank
    • Water: Lake Michigan

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Lake Forest

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing terms: Conventional
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
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