$729,000

beds

baths

1,425

square ft

561 Hathaway Circle

Lake Forest, Illinois 60045

Closed / MLS #12619189 / Single Family / Lake Forest

Listing information updated 6/2/2026 at 11:03am

Nestled in a private cul-de-sac and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this adorable historic cottage blends timeless charm with thoughtful modern updates. A welcoming stone patio connects the driveway to the expansive yard and guides you to the inviting front entrance. Inside, an updated kitchen features a long island, ample workspace, and a sunny eating area that flows seamlessly into the cozy living room. The living space is anchored by a classic brick, wood-burning fireplace and opens to a charming screened porch through a distinctive Dutch door, which allows for enjoyment of quiet mornings or relaxing evenings both indoors and out. A rare find for a home of this era, the first floor includes a beautifully updated full bathroom, bringing the total to two full baths. Upstairs, the light-filled primary bedroom offers windows on the west and south sides, a charming window seat with ledge, generous closet space, and an attached flex room ideal for a home office or reading nook. The spacious second bedroom features built-in bookshelves, and beautiful outdoor views. An updated full bath completes the upper level. The unfinished basement provides additional workspace along with a dedicated laundry area. Ideally located just minutes from the West Lake Forest train station, as well as shopping and dining, this home offers the perfect combination of historic character and modern convenience.

Full Features

Architecture Style:

Cottage

Exterior Type:

Brick

Basement:

Unfinished,Partial

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Appliances:

Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Oven, Gas Cooktop

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

100+ Years

Roof Type:

Shake

Parking Type:

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

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Attached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,425

Lot Size:

.25-.49 Acre

Acreage:

0.4565

Internal Features:

1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Room Information

Living Room:

20x15 - Main

Dining Room:

N/A

Kitchen:

28x12 - Main

Family Room:

N/A

Primary Bedroom:

16x10 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

11x15 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

N/A

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Office:

6x10 - Second Level

Foyer:

7x4 - Main Level

Screened Porch:

14x11 - Main Level

Laundry:

N/A Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$12,621

Tax Year:

2025

Location

Zip Code:

60045

City:

Lake Forest

County:

Lake

Schools

School District(s):

67, 115

Elementary School:

Everett Elementary School

Middle School:

Deer Path Middle School

High School:

Lake Forest High School

Architecture Style:

Cottage

Exterior Type:

Brick

Basement:

Unfinished,Partial

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Appliances:

Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Oven, Gas Cooktop

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

100+ Years

Roof Type:

Shake

Parking Type:

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

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Attached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,425

Lot Size:

.25-.49 Acre

Acreage:

0.4565

Internal Features:

1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Living Room:

20x15 - Main

Dining Room:

N/A

Kitchen:

28x12 - Main

Family Room:

N/A

Primary Bedroom:

16x10 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

11x15 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

N/A

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Office:

6x10 - Second Level

Foyer:

7x4 - Main Level

Screened Porch:

14x11 - Main Level

Laundry:

N/A Level

Tax Amount:

$12,621

Tax Year:

2025

Zip Code:

60045

City:

Lake Forest

County:

Lake

School District(s):

67, 115

Elementary School:

Everett 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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