490 College Road
Lake Forest, IL 60045
7
Bed
6
Bath
4,919Sqft
1.11Acres(Lot)
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
Property Details
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Features
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Bedroom Information
Total Bedroom: 7 Room Types: Breakfast Room, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Bedroom 7, Office, Screened Porch, Foyer, Recreation Room, Nursery, Sewing RoomBathroom Information
Total Baths: 6 Full Baths: 5 Half Baths: 1Room Information
Rooms Total: 16Interior Features
Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases Roof: Shake Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator Laundry Features: Upper LevelRoofing Information
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Flooring Information
Flooring: Hardwood Construction Materials: Stucco -
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas, Steam Cooling: Central Air, Partial, Small Duct High Velocity WaterSource: Lake Michigan, Public
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Building Information
Year Built: 1923
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Lot Information
Lot Dimensions: 132X375 Lot Acres: 1.11 Lot Size: 1.0-1.99 AcresProperty Information
Property Type: Residential Sub Type: Detached Single Type Detached: 3 Stories
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Listing Price Information
Original List Price:$1960000
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Tax Information
Annual Tax: $23939.82 Tax Year: 2025 Parcel Number: 12332080170000 Tax Exemption: Homeowner
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Parking Information
Total Parking: 2 Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage Is Parking Included in Price: YesGarage Information
Garage Space: 2Homeowners Association Information
Included Fees: None
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School Information
Elementary School: Sheridan Elementary School Junior High School: Deer Path Middle School Senior High School: Lake Forest High School -
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer, Storm Sewer Water Source: Lake Michigan, Public -
Location Information
City: Lake Forest Direction: Illinois Rd east to College, east to #
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| Address | Estimate | Bed | Bath | Sq. Ft | Lot Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1301 N Western Avenue #.., Lake Forest, IL, 60045 | $359,000 | 2 | 2 | 1,464 | 1,464 SqFt |
| 575 Stable Lane, Lake Forest, IL, 60045 | $3,350,000 | 6 | 8 | 6,984 | 6,984 SqFt |
| 180 S Suffolk Lane, Lake Forest, IL, 60045 | $1,999,000 | 6 | 6 | 4,838 | 4,838 SqFt |
| 485 Oakwood Avenue #D-2, Lake Forest, IL, 60045 | $1,499,000 | 2 | 2 | 2,088 | 2,088 SqFt |
| 727 N Mckinley Road #100, Lake Forest, IL, 60045 | $3,950,000 | 3 | 5 | 4,600 | 4,600 SqFt |
| 865 Church Road, Lake Forest, IL, 60045 | $2,895,000 | 4 | 5 | 3,700 | 3,700 SqFt |
| 1130 Gavin Court, Lake Forest, IL, 60045 | $2,500,000 | 6 | 10 | 12,017 | 12,017 SqFt |
| 51 S Mayflower Road, Lake Forest, IL, 60045 | $2,495,000 | 5 | 6 | 6,404 | 6,404 SqFt |
| 1297 Edgewood Road, Lake Forest, IL, 60045 | $945,000 | 3 | 3 | 2,517 | 2,517 SqFt |
| 1505 Willow Street, Lake Forest, IL, 60045 | $759,000 | 3 | 3 | 1,935 | 1,935 SqFt |
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