HIGHEST AND BEST OFFERS DUE BY THURSDAY AT 12PM. Just a half block from Cherokee Elementary School, this 4-bedroom, 3.1-bath Colonial in Whispering Oaks offers a great layout and expanded first floor. Set on a beautifully landscaped 0.46-acre lot, the main level features a generous living room, formal dining room, a newer eat-in kitchen with quartz counters and stainless steel appliances, a large family room with fireplace, a private first-floor office overlooking the backyard and deck, and a mudroom with laundry. A full bath adjacent to the office provides added versatility for guests or potential first-floor living. Upstairs, four well-proportioned bedrooms include a primary suite with private bath featuring double sinks and a large walk-in shower, and a shared hall bath with double sinks and a tub/shower which serves the three additional bedrooms. A finished basement includes a recreation room, wine fridge, play room, cedar closet, plus two large storage rooms with built-in shelving. In addition to other updates, the roof was replaced in 2020. This is a nicely improved, well-located home in one of Lake Forest's most established neighborhoods - close to schools, parks, and everyday conveniences.
Contingent
$1,299,000
722 Forest Hill Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
4beds
3,342sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1964
0.46 Acres Lot
$1,316,300 Zestimate®
$389/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Mudroom with laundryFormal dining room
- 13 days |
- 3,050 |
- 120 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: February 26, 2026 at 01:08pm
Listing courtesy of:
Alissa McNicholas 847-530-3098,
Compass,
Lori Baker 847-863-1791,
Compass
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12569869
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Office, Recreation Room, Play Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 288 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X14
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X13
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 630 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 30X21
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Pantry-Closet), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 323 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X17
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 84 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X7
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 378 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 27X14
Office
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X14
Play room
- Features: Flooring (Luxury Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Luxury Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 378 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 27X14
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Wine Refrigerator, Cooktop, Range Hood, Humidifier
- Laundry: Main Level, Gas Dryer Hookup, Sink
Features
- Vaulted Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Partially Finished,Partial
- Attic: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Family Room, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 3,342 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Size: 0.46 Acres
- Dimensions: 200x100
- Features: Landscaped, Mature Trees
Details
- Parcel number: 16044080110000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1964
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Curbs, Street Paved
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Lake Forest
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $389/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $756,121
- Annual tax amount: $17,502
- Date on market: 2/17/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$1,316,300
$1.25M - $1.38M
$5,619/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/20/2026 | Contingent | $1,299,000$389/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12569869 Report a problem | ||
| 2/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,299,000$389/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12569869 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $15,780 +4.7% | $294,113 +16.7% |
| 2022 | $15,065 +5.7% | $252,015 +0.5% |
| 2021 | $14,251 +2.7% | $250,734 +3.5% |
| 2020 | $13,882 +6.1% | $242,250 +0.2% |
| 2019 | $13,085 -4.1% | $241,839 -10.4% |
| 2018 | $13,646 | $269,815 +0.3% |
| 2017 | $13,646 +4.8% | $268,954 +3.9% |
| 2016 | $13,021 +3.4% | $258,784 +6.4% |
| 2015 | $12,589 +2.9% | $243,150 -1.5% |
| 2014 | $12,233 +3.4% | $246,905 +0.9% |
| 2012 | $11,833 +4.1% | $244,726 -6.8% |
| 2011 | $11,364 +3.4% | $262,571 +1.8% |
| 2010 | $10,993 +3.1% | $257,963 -5.6% |
| 2009 | $10,661 +1.4% | $273,323 -2.2% |
| 2008 | $10,510 +7.7% | $279,614 +2.8% |
| 2006 | $9,760 +7.6% | $272,025 |
| 2005 | $9,069 +5.3% | -- |
| 2004 | $8,615 -5% | -- |
| 2003 | $9,072 +2.3% | -- |
| 2002 | $8,867 | -- |
| 2001 | -- | $185,810 +6.4% |
| 2000 | $8,204 | $174,647 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$9,514/mo
Principal & interest
$6699
Property taxes
$2815
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 60045
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Cherokee Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.1 mi
- 9/10Deer Path Middle School WestGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 10/10Lake Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Cherokee Elementary School
- Middle: Deer Path Middle School
- High: Lake Forest High School
- District: 67
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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