Lake Forest

With its towering trees, picturesque street plan, and bluffs overlooking Lake Michigan, it’s easy to see why Lake Forest is known for its natural beauty. 

Rich in history, the community offers true luxury in a resort-style setting. Historic estates built by legendary architects Howard Van Doren Shaw, David Adler, and Henry Ives Cobb are interspersed among elegant homes with impeccable landscaping. Properties range from multi-million-dollar mansions to maintenance-free new construction condominiums and single-family homes with a convenient in-town location.

The community boasts schools including Lake Forest Academy, Lake Forest College, and Lake Forest Graduate School of Management.

At the heart of Lake Forest is Market Square, a historically significant landmark and charming hub of boutique shopping and dining. Cultural and recreational opportunities abound including the Gorton Community Center and Lake Forest Recreation Center, as well as at beautiful beaches, golf courses, and biking trails. There is also a Metra station right in town, providing commuters with convenient access to downtown Chicago.

Lake Forest map

Open Houses in Lake Forest

Here are 10 Open Houses out of 171 listings in Lake Forest

Featured Lake Forest Listings

Here are 12 out of 171 listings in Lake Forest

CTA

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Blue line at Rosemont

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Brown line at Kimball

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Green line at Harlem/Lake

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Orange line at Clark/Lake

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Pink line at Kedzie

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Purple line at Linden

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Red line at Howard

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Yellow line at Skokie

Metra

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BNSF Railway line at Union Station

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Heritage Corridor line at Union Station

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Metra Electric Blue Island Branch line at S Racine Ave Metra

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Metra Electric Main Branch line at Millenium Station

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Metra Electric South Chicago Branch line at 67th St Metra

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Milwaukee District North line at Lake Forest Metra

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Milwaukee District West line at Bensenville Metra

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North Central Service line at Vernon Hills Metra

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Rock Island District line at Chicago LaSalle St Metra

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South Shore line at Millenium Station

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Southwest Service line at Union Station

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Union Pacific North line at Lake Forest Metra

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Union Pacific Northwest line at Arlington Heights Metra

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Union Pacific West line at Elmhurst
$1,205,134
Average Sale Price
77
Average Days On The Market
95%
Sales Prices VS. List Price
Data represents the community area's average over the past 12 months. All information deemed reliable, but not guaranteed.

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