$899,000

beds

baths

half bath

1,956

square ft

198 Wildwood Road

Lake Forest, Illinois 60045

Contingent / MLS #12695576 / Single Family / Lake Forest

Listing information updated 7/7/2026 at 6:23pm

Beautifully reimagined from top to bottom, this light-filled East Lake Forest residence seamlessly blends timeless character with sophisticated modern updates. Set on an expansive, professionally landscaped lot, the home offers exceptional indoor and outdoor living in one of the community's most coveted locations. Inside, soaring ceilings, oversized windows, rich hardwood floors, and exquisite millwork create an elegant yet inviting atmosphere. Extensive renovations include a stunning chef's kitchen, new plumbing throughout, a first-floor powder room and beautifully renovated bathrooms. Offering room to grow, the unfinished walk-up attic and full basement present outstanding expansion opportunities. Outside, the fully fenced backyard has been transformed with a new paver patio, front walkway, and rear entry, creating the perfect setting for entertaining or relaxing

Full Features

Exterior Type:

Brick

Basement:

Unfinished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Small Duct High Velocity

Heating System:

Radiator(s)

Appliances:

Double Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Cooktop

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

100+ Years

Parking Type:

Garage - Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,956

Lot Size:

.25-.49 Acre

Acreage:

0.34

Internal Features:

Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Room Information

Living Room:

14x13 - Main

Dining Room:

11x9 - Main

Kitchen:

13x16 - Main

Family Room:

12x14 - Main

Primary Bedroom:

13x10 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

15x10 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

11x10 - Second

4th Bedroom:

9x12 - Second

Foyer:

6x10 - Main Level

Laundry:

12x12 - Basement Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$14,119

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

Exterior Type:

Brick

Basement:

Unfinished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Small Duct High Velocity

Heating System:

Radiator(s)

Appliances:

Double Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Cooktop

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

100+ Years

Parking Type:

Garage - Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,956

Lot Size:

.25-.49 Acre

Acreage:

0.34

Internal Features:

Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Living Room:

14x13 - Main

Dining Room:

11x9 - Main

Kitchen:

13x16 - Main

Family Room:

12x14 - Main

Primary Bedroom:

13x10 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

15x10 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

11x10 - Second

4th Bedroom:

9x12 - Second

Foyer:

6x10 - Main Level

Laundry:

12x12 - Basement Level

Tax Amount:

$14,119

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: Compass

Listing Office Phone: 847.416.0446

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