$490,000
SOLD DEC 18, 2025
5.05 Acres
$97,030 Price per Acre
219,978 Sq Ft Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: December 18, 2025

30% Below List Price

90 Days on Market

About This Lot

As of December 2025

INCREDIBLE OPPORTUNITY TO BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME. Water & Sewer improvement finished to the site. Nestled in the heart of the desirable North Shore, this exceptional 5-acre parcel offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of Lake Forest's natural beauty and historic charm. Ideally situated adjacent to the esteemed Conway Farms community, this expansive property provides the perfect canvas for a private estate or can be subdivided into four individual parcels (subject to city approval), offering flexibility for development or investment. Enjoy the benefits of Lake Forest living, including top-rated schools, a scenic private beach, and a vibrant historic downtown centered around Market Square, known for its boutiques, fine dining, and community events. Easy access to expressways and Metra make commuting to Chicago simple and efficient. Sold As-Is, Where is.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jacqueline Luxem

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475172473 Listed on: 07/08/2025

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Co-Listed By

Frankie DaPonte

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475190889

Last Buyer's Agent

Michael Swiatkiewicz

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475182156

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Property Details

Property Type

  • Land

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,818

Lot Details

  • 5.05 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 331x664

Schools

  • Everett Elementary School
  • Deer Path Middle School
  • Lake Forest High School

Property Details

Property Type

Land

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,818

Lot Details

5.05 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Land
  • Property Type: Land
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Current Use: Single Family
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
  • General Information: None
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: LotsLands

Interior Features

  • Basement Bathrooms: No

Exterior Features

  • Frontage Type: City Street
  • Waterfront: No

Utilities

  • Utilities: Electricity Nearby, Natural Gas Nearby, Sewer Connected, Water Available

Schools

  • Elementary School: Everett Elementary School
  • High School: Lake Forest High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Deer Path Middle School

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 5.05
  • Lot Dimensions: 331X664
  • Lot Size: 5.0-5.99 Acres
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 8

Building Info

  • Building(s) on Land: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 6818.44
  • Tax Year: 2024

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 8, 2025
Closed on
Dec 18, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Jacqueline Luxem
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Michael Swiatkiewicz
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$700,000
Sold Price
$490,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$210,000
-30%
Views
52
Current Estimated Value
$494,500

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$4,500
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.49%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 11, 2011
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 2, 1999
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $490,000 Chicago Title
Deed -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
12/18/2025 12/18/25 Sold $490,000 -30.0% --
10/06/2025 10/06/25 Pending -- -- --
07/08/2025 07/08/25 For Sale $700,000 -- --
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History

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Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $6,818 $123,411 $123,411
2024 $6,768 $112,950 $112,950
2023 $16,221 $106,577 $106,577
2022 $16,221 $106,163 $106,163 $0
2021 $15,897 $105,018 $105,018 $0
2020 $15,616 $105,376 $105,376 $0
2019 $15,278 $104,988 $104,988 $0
2018 $14,516 $101,135 $101,135 $0
2017 $14,356 $98,774 $98,774 $0
2016 $14,074 $153,700 $153,700 $0
2015 $7,997 $143,739 $143,739 $0
2014 $8,566 $154,376 $154,376 $0
2012 $8,236 $154,685 $154,685 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12412251

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 15-01-100-011

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