Set on a private 3/4 acre in west Lake Forest, this 3,600+ sq ft home delivers the one thing most buyers want and rarely find at this price. A move-in-ready, light-filled interior with a phenomenal layout and a showpiece kitchen overlooking the private back yard. Anchored by a full picture window framing the backyard, the remodeled kitchen features an expansive island, custom cabinetry, and direct flow to the patio. Perfect for everyday living and weekend entertaining. A sunken living room with floor-to-ceiling windows opens directly to the backyard. A first-floor bedroom doubles perfectly as an office, guest room, or quiet retreat. Upstairs, the skylit primary suite includes a separate sitting room and dedicated office, a rare, flexible setup to make your own. Two additional baths on the second floor support busy routines, extended guests, or multigenerational living. A bright, newly updated lower level offers a huge rec room, wet bar, workout area, hobby space, a half bath, and tons of storage. New flooring and paint (2024) make it feel fresh and current. Major updates include new gutters (2022), basement renovation + new floors (2024), partial new roof + new skylights (2023), new attic insulation (2024) This is the rare Lake Forest home where the land, layout, and light all work together. No dark rooms, no chopped-up spaces. Just privacy, volume, and views in every direction. Come see this gem in person.
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$1,035,000
1866 S Wilson Dr, Lake Forest, IL 60045
4beds
4,750sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1969
-- sqft lot
$1,044,300 Zestimate®
$218/sqft
$7,460 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,044,300
$940,000 - $1.16M
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Expansive islandPhenomenal layoutRemodeled kitchenCustom cabinetryMove-in-ready light-filled interior
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Listed by:
Joshua Black (224)515-6436,
eXp Realty,
Jason Merel,
eXp Realty
Bought with:
Cory Green
Compass
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12524690
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Foyer, Office
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 390 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 26X15
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X13
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 320 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X16
Foyer
- Level: Main
- Area: 200 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X10
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Island)
- Level: Main
- Area: 400 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X16
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 50 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X5
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 300 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X15
Office
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Heating
- Natural Gas, Baseboard
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Features
- Basement: Finished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 4,750 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Yes, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Dimensions: 158X56X84X281X191
Details
- Parcel number: 15124040120000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1969
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Lake Forest
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $218/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $908,446
- Annual tax amount: $17,635
- Date on market: 5/12/2026
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,070,000+3.4%$225/sqft |
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| 4/30/2026 | Sold | $1,035,000-3.3%$218/sqft |
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| 12/21/2025 | Contingent | $1,070,000$225/sqft |
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| 11/27/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,070,000$225/sqft |
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| 11/27/2025 | Listing removed | $1,070,000$225/sqft |
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| 11/4/2025 | Price change | $1,070,000-2.6%$225/sqft |
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| 10/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,099,000+48.7%$231/sqft |
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| 12/31/2017 | Listing removed | $739,000$156/sqft |
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| 1/4/2017 | Price change | $739,000-1.3%$156/sqft |
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| 9/12/2016 | Price change | $749,000-6.3%$158/sqft |
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| 7/26/2016 | Listed for sale | $799,000-11.1%$168/sqft |
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| 11/7/2009 | Listing removed | $899,000$189/sqft |
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| 5/1/2009 | Price change | $899,000-5.3%$189/sqft |
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| 3/8/2009 | Listed for sale | $949,000+29.1%$200/sqft |
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| 4/1/2002 | Sold | $735,000$155/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $17,795 +0.9% | $327,617 +8.2% |
| 2023 | $17,635 +16.2% | $302,785 +6% |
| 2022 | $15,183 +2.4% | $285,700 +11.4% |
| 2021 | $14,826 +3.2% | $256,387 +0.7% |
| 2020 | $14,362 +3.6% | $254,488 +0.4% |
| 2019 | $13,857 -4.5% | $253,550 -12.4% |
| 2018 | $14,517 | $289,413 +2.4% |
| 2017 | $14,517 +5.6% | $282,658 +4.4% |
| 2016 | $13,750 -12.1% | $270,667 +6.9% |
| 2015 | $15,642 +1.9% | $253,125 -10.4% |
| 2014 | $15,347 +1.8% | $282,558 -0.2% |
| 2012 | $15,078 +2.2% | $283,124 -10% |
| 2011 | $14,759 +12.7% | $314,627 +4.4% |
| 2010 | $13,099 +3.6% | $301,465 -5.2% |
| 2009 | $12,646 +6% | $318,168 +2% |
| 2008 | $11,936 +10.4% | $311,780 +1% |
| 2006 | $10,808 +1% | $308,556 |
| 2005 | $10,696 +1.5% | -- |
| 2004 | $10,538 +97.3% | -- |
| 2003 | $5,342 -44.2% | -- |
| 2002 | $9,573 +4.2% | -- |
| 2001 | $9,189 +2% | $214,810 +5.6% |
| 2000 | $9,007 | $203,400 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60045
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Everett Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 1.5 mi
- 10/10Deer Path Middle School WestGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.5 mi
- 9/10Lake Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Everett Elementary School
- Middle: Deer Path Middle School
- High: Lake Forest High School
- District: 67
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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