490 College Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045

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490 College Road,Lake Forest, IL 60045
$1,960,000
  • 7 Beds
  • 6 Baths
  • 4,919 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
Listed by: marina carney, andrew mrowiec
Office: compass
MLS#:12668448
Source:MLSNI

Price summary

  • Price:$1,960,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$398.45

About this home

Ideally situated in coveted East Lake Forest, this gracious residence offers over 4,200 square feet of beautifully proportioned living space on a picturesque property just moments from Market Square, the train, parks, and the Gorton Community Center. Designed for both comfortable daily living and effortless entertaining, the home features six-plus bedrooms and five-and-a-half baths, providing exceptional flexibility for family, guests, and work-from-home needs. Generously scaled rooms, abundant natural light, and thoughtful flow create an inviting atmosphere throughout. The expansive primary suite serves as a private retreat, complete with dual dressing rooms and two separate bathrooms-an increasingly rare and sought-after luxury. Spacious secondary bedrooms offer comfort and privacy, while multiple gathering spaces accommodate every stage of life. Outside, mature landscaping and beautifully maintained grounds create a serene setting for outdoor entertaining, recreation, or...

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Home facts

  • Year built:1923
  • Listing ID #:12668448
  • Updated:June 05, 2026 at 10:54 AM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:7
  • Total bathrooms:6
  • Full bathrooms:5
  • Half bathrooms:1
  • Rooms Total:16
  • Dining Description:Breakfast Room, Combined With Living Room
  • Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Range
  • Basement Description:Full, Partially Finished
  • Living area:4,919 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:Central Air, Partial
  • Heating:Natural Gas, Steam
  • Central air:Yes

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Shake
  • Year built:1923
  • Building area:4,919 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:1.11 Acres
  • Levels:3 Story

Schools

  • High school:Lake Forest High School
  • Middle school:Deer Path Middle School
  • Elementary school:Sheridan Elementary School

Utilities

  • Water:Lake Michigan, Public
  • Sewer:Public Sewer

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$1,960,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$398.45
  • Tax amount:$23,940 (2025)

Parking

  • Total parking spaces:2
  • Parking description:Asphalt, Detached Garage, Garage
  • Garage:Yes
  • Garage spaces:2
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