$599,000

689 E Illinois Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045

2 beds |
2 baths |
1,623 sqft

Single-Family Home
Built in 1953
7,405sqft lot
2 car garage
$369/sqft
Listed 21 hours ago

Property Description

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 bedroom ideal for home office or exercise room. An incredible opportunity to enjoy a meticulously improved home in a sought after location!

Listing Status:: Active
Data Last Updated:: February 14, 2026 at 2:20AM
Listing Office:: @properties Christie's International Real Estate : 773-882-6194
Listing Agent:: Susan Amory Weninger : 773-882-6194
MLS ID:: 12566895

General: Cathedral Ceiling(s)1st Floor BedroomOpen Floorplan
Rooms: Recreation Room
Appliances: MicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorWasherDryerDisposal
Dining: Separate
Laundry: Sink
Basement: FinishedFull
Flooring: Hardwood
A/C: Central Air
Heating: Natural GasForced Air
Disability Feature: None

Style: RanchTraditional
Parking: AsphaltGarage Door OpenerYesGarage OwnedDetachedGarageParking spaces: 2

Roofing: Asphalt
General: 1 Story

HOA Amenities: CurbsSidewalksNot Applicable
Originating MLS: mred
School District: 67
County: Lake

Zoning: 12334090990000

Water: Lake Michigan
Sewer: Public Sewer

Source: mred
Ownership: Fee Simple

This listing courtesy of Susan Amory Weninger , @properties Christie's International Real Estate

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Location

Schools Nearby

Lake Forest High School

1285 N McKinley Rd, Lake Forest, IL, 60045

Grades 9-12

1.54 miles away

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