Rare 2.12-acre vacant lot in sought-after East Lake Forest, ideally positioned at the end of a private cul-de-sac with a western-facing backyard for stunning sunset views. This cleared, buildable homesite offers an exceptional opportunity to construct a custom luxury home in one of Lake Forest's most desirable neighborhoods. Based on lot size, a residence of up to approximately 9,186 square feet is permitted. Prime Lake Forest location just blocks from Lake Forest Country Day School and minutes to downtown Lake Forest, Metra, shopping, and dining. No builder affiliation-bring your own builder and architect to create your vision. Approved architectural plans are available for a 9,100 square foot residence, including a pool, pool cabana, and landscape design see under Additional information. Please do not walk the property without an appointment
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$1,500,000
250 Butler Dr, Lake Forest, IL 60045
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2.12Acres
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Cleared buildable homesite
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Listing courtesy of:
Elizabeth Jakaitis, SFR (847)840-7842,
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with:
Lance Kirshner
Compass
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12634458
Facts & features
Property
Features
- Frontage length: 111
Lot
- Size: 2.12 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 16041020240000
- Special conditions: None
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Municipal Water
- Utilities for property: Electric to Site, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Connected, Water Available
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Lake Forest
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/17/2026 | Sold | $1,500,000-5.7% |
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| 5/20/2026 | Listing removed | $1,590,000 |
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| 5/17/2026 | Contingent | $1,590,000 |
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| 5/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,590,000+35.3% |
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| 12/20/2023 | Sold | $1,175,000-9.6% |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11906293 Report a problem | ||
| 11/13/2023 | Contingent | $1,300,000 |
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| 11/7/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,300,000+88.4% |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11906293 Report a problem | ||
| 11/6/2018 | Listing removed | $690,000 |
Source: Griffith Grant & Lackie #10015583 Report a problem | ||
| 11/6/2018 | Listed for sale | $690,000 |
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| 11/6/2018 | Pending sale | $690,000 |
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| 10/8/2018 | Pending sale | $690,000+43.1% |
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| 10/7/2018 | Sold | $482,125-30.1% |
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| 7/12/2018 | Listed for sale | $690,000 |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $17,910 +9.8% | $314,595 +4.8% |
| 2023 | $16,307 +57.5% | $300,072 +15.7% |
| 2022 | $10,353 +9.9% | $259,439 +51.4% |
| 2021 | $9,423 +5.4% | $171,316 +6.4% |
| 2020 | $8,944 +3.4% | $160,966 +0.2% |
| 2019 | $8,649 -61.1% | $160,692 -30.1% |
| 2018 | $22,259 | $229,977 -47.6% |
| 2017 | $22,259 -6.7% | $439,044 -6.3% |
| 2016 | $23,852 -10.5% | $468,734 +6.4% |
| 2015 | $26,662 +2.9% | $440,415 -8.9% |
| 2014 | $25,911 +3.6% | $483,617 +0.9% |
| 2012 | $25,018 +4.3% | $479,351 -6.8% |
| 2011 | $23,995 -3% | $514,307 -10.2% |
| 2010 | $24,732 +3.2% | $572,982 -5.6% |
| 2009 | $23,972 +1.6% | $607,102 -2.2% |
| 2008 | $23,601 +31.4% | $621,076 +2.6% |
| 2006 | $17,966 +7.3% | $605,220 |
| 2005 | $16,751 +10.8% | -- |
| 2004 | $15,121 +0.9% | -- |
| 2003 | $14,991 +2.4% | -- |
| 2002 | $14,634 +5.4% | -- |
| 2001 | $13,879 +2.4% | $304,225 +6.4% |
| 2000 | $13,557 | $285,948 |
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Neighborhood: 60045
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Deer Path Middle School EastGrades: 5-6Distance: 1.6 mi
- 10/10Deer Path Middle School WestGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 9/10Lake Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Cherokee 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.
- Illinois
- Lake County
- Lake Forest
- 60045
- 250 Butler Dr
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