$599,000

beds

baths

1,623

square ft

689 E Illinois Road

Lake Forest, Illinois 60045

New / MLS #12566895 / Single Family / Lake Forest

Listing information updated 2/13/2026 at 5:03pm

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!

Full Features

Architecture Style:

Ranch,Traditional

Exterior Type:

Brick

Basement:

Finished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Beds Below Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Appliances:

Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

71-80 Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Asphalt,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,623

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Acreage:

0.17

Internal Features:

Cathedral Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, Open Floorplan

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Room Information

Living Room:

17x14 - Main

Dining Room:

15x10 - Main

Kitchen:

14x11 - Main

Family Room:

N/A

Primary Bedroom:

13x11 - Main Level

2nd Bedroom:

10x11 - Main

3rd Bedroom:

15x13 - Basement

4th Bedroom:

10x10 - Basement

Recreation Room:

12x11 - Basement Level

Laundry:

10x6 - Basement Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$8,249

Tax Year:

2024

Location

Zip Code:

60045

City:

Lake Forest

County:

Lake

Schools

School District(s):

67, 115

Elementary School:

Sheridan Elementary School

Middle School:

Deer Path Middle School

High School:

Lake Forest High School

Architecture Style:

Ranch,Traditional

Exterior Type:

Brick

Basement:

Finished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Beds Below Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Appliances:

Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

71-80 Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Asphalt,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,623

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Acreage:

0.17

Internal Features:

Cathedral Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, Open Floorplan

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Living Room:

17x14 - Main

Dining Room:

15x10 - Main

Kitchen:

14x11 - Main

Family Room:

N/A

Primary Bedroom:

13x11 - Main Level

2nd Bedroom:

10x11 - Main

3rd Bedroom:

15x13 - Basement

4th Bedroom:

10x10 - Basement

Recreation Room:

12x11 - Basement Level

Laundry:

10x6 - Basement Level

Tax Amount:

$8,249

Tax Year:

2024

Zip Code:

60045

City:

Lake Forest

County:

Lake

School District(s):

67, 115

Elementary School:

Sheridan Elementary School

Middle School:

Deer Path Middle School

High School:

Lake Forest High School

Listing Office: @PROPERTIES

Listing Office Phone: 847.295.0700

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