297 Scott St, Lake Forest, IL 60045
What This House Offers
- Charming 3 Bed,2 Bath Single Family in the Heart of Lake Forest - SUPERB LOCATION,just 5 minutes to Lake Forest's downtown shopping & restaurants,the Metra train station,award-winning schools,parks,& the Robert McClory Bike Path. Forest Park Beach on Lake Michigan is only a mile away,& Lake Forest College is easily accessible too. EXTENSIVELY UPDATED since 2023 & freshly painted throughout,this home offers a spacious,functional floor plan: a large living area,a separate formal dining room,& a cook's kitchen with new flooring,granite countertops,& stainless appliances,including a brand-new range & refrigerator. A first floor bedroom & fully renovated full bath make single-level living easy,& the new first floor laundry room with a new washer & dryer adds everyday convenience. Upstairs you'll find two generous bedrooms with new carpeting,new fans,& new window A/C units,plus a loft & a second renovated full bath. Peace of mind comes built in,with a new furnace (2024),new sewer line (2025),new window treatments,& an electronic lock for keyless entry. Outside,enjoy wonderful front & side porches overlooking a shared yard,plus a shared driveway. The lower level offers abundant storage space. This is a tremendous opportunity in an unbeatable location! MLS# MRD12759908
Unit
Home Features
- Air Conditioning
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Washer/Dryer
297 Scott St is a single-family home for rent in Lake Forest, IL
Fees & Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
Dogs Allowed
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Dogs Allowed
Cats Allowed
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Cats Allowed
Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
Home Details
Home Design
- Built in 1900 | Remodeled in 2022
- Vinyl Siding
- Asphalt Roof
- Concrete Block And Stucco Construction
Interior Spaces
- Loft
- Formal Dining Room
- Living Room
- Storage
- Ceiling Fan
- Family Room
- Window Screens
- Six Panel Doors
- Above Grade Finished SF
- Total Sq Ft (Finished and Unfinished Spaces)
- 2-Story Property
- Window Treatments
Kitchen
- Granite Countertops
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Engineered Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Laundry on main level
- Washer
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Basement with some natural light
- Unfinished Basement
- Block Basement Construction
- Basement Storage
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Parking
- Parking Available
- Shared Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
- 3 Parking Spaces
Outdoor Features
- Deck
Lot Details
- Wood Fence
Schools
- Lake Forest High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Gas Water Heater
- Public Water Source
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Public Sewer
- Window Unit Cooling System
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $4,200
- Property Available on 2026-09-17
- Rent includes exterior maintenance, lawn care, snow removal
Community Details
Pet Policy
- Dogs and Cats Allowed
- Limit on the number of pets
- Pet Deposit Required
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Lake Forest, IL 60045
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Area Scores
Walkability
Moderately walkable
Transit
Some public transit
Driveability
Moderately drivable
Bikeability
Fairly bikeable
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Driveability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
Soundscore™
Active
A Sound Score rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
Travel and Transit
Commuter Rail
1 min Drive
Commuter Rail
3 min Drive
Airport
37 min Drive
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Deer Path Middle School East
Grades K-5
Public
Sheridan Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Public
Deer Path Middle School West
Grades 6-8
Public
School of St. Mary
Grades PK-8
Private
Lake Forest High School
Grades 9-12
Public
Woodlands Academy Of The Sacred Heart
Grades 9-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
| School | Commute Time (Distance) |
|---|---|
| Lake Forest College | Walk: 19 min (1 mi) |
| Coll. of Lake Co., Lakeshore | Drive: 13 min (7.8 mi) |
| Coll. of Lake Co., Southlake | Drive: 17 min (9.1 mi) |
Discover Southeast Lake County, Lake Forest, IL
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 297 Scott St proximity to Market Square, Deerpath Plaza, and Lake Forest Plaza. Market Square is 0.5 miles away, and Deerpath Plaza is within a 9 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 50, 297 Scott St has some public transit, including 5 transit stops within 4.1 miles. Transit options include Lake Forest. and Lake Bluff.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 297 Scott St are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 4.3 miles, including Skokie River Nature Preserve, Derwen Mawr Nature Preserve, and Oriole Grove Forest Preserve (Jensen Woods).
Airports
Living in Southeast Lake County provides easy access to Chicago O'Hare International, located just 36 minutes from 297 Scott St. Another nearby airport is Chicago Midway International, located 37.4 miles away.
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