
689 E Illinois Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
What This House Offers
Located in highly sought after East Lake Forest,this beautifully maintained ranch home offers comfort,flexibility and an exceptional location. The main level... features two sizable bedrooms and a full bath,along with a nicely updated kitchen ideal for everyday living and entertaining. The finished lower level expands the home with two additional bedrooms and a second full bath - perfect for guests,home office space or extended living needs. A detached two car garage adds convenience and storage. This home is dog-friendly and located within the desirable Sheridan Elementary and Deerpath Middle School districts,as well as minutes from downtown Lake Forest,the Metra,parks and Lake Michigan. MLS# MRD12577441
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Unit
- $5,000 / month
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1623 sq. ft.
- Available Mar 17
Home Features
- Air Conditioning
Community Features
- Garages
689 E Illinois Rd is located in Lake Forest, Illinois in the 60045 zip code.
Rental Fees and Pet Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
- Garage
Dogs
- Dogs Allowed
Home Details
Home Design
- Built in 1953
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Asphalt Roof
Interior Spaces
- Recreation Room
- Living Room
- 1-Story Property
- Dining Room
- Family Room
- 1623 Sq Ft Home
Flooring
- Wood Flooring
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
Basement
- Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Parking Available
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 52.9x147x52.8x156.9
Schools
- Sheridan Elementary School
- Deer Path Middle School
- Lake Forest High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Public Water Source
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Public Sewer
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $5,000
- Property Available on 2026-03-17
Community Details
Pet Policy
- Dogs Allowed
- Pets up to 100 lbs
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Lake Forest, IL 60045

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Neighborhood Scores
Walk Score ®
Car-Dependent28 / 100
Bike Score ®
Somewhat Bikeable46 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active78 / 100
Travel and Transit



Local Education
Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Lake Forest College
Walk: 8 min (0.4 mi)
Coll. of Lake Co., Lakeshore
Drive: 16 min (9 mi)
Coll. of Lake Co., Southlake
Drive: 19 min (9.5 mi)
Discover Southeast Lake County, Lake Forest, IL
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 689 E Illinois Rd proximity to Lake Forest Plaza, Deerpath Plaza, and Market Square. Lake Forest Plaza is 1.2 miles away, and Deerpath Plaza is within an 18 minute walk.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 689 E Illinois Rd are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.1 miles, including Derwen Mawr Nature Preserve, Skokie River Nature Preserve, and West Skokie Nature Preserve.
Airports
Living in Southeast Lake County provides easy access to Chicago O'Hare International, located just 60 minutes from 689 E Illinois Rd. Another nearby airport is Chicago Midway International, located 37.7 miles away.
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