This exceptional 1.82-acre parcel offers an unparalleled opportunity to build your dream home in coveted East Lake Forest. Located on a picturesque street surrounded by impressive estates, this lot is the perfect setting for new construction. Currently, a 4-bedroom, 2.1-bathroom split-level home with new carpet sits on the property with opportunity to rehab or expand. Home has a large living room, dining room and sunroom but the real value lies in the land itself. Fabulous location -- a convenient walk to town and to Lake Forest Country Day School. There is no builder affiliation, so you have the freedom to choose your own builder. Don't miss this rare opportunity to build in one of the most desirable areas of Lake Forest.
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$1,330,000
262 E Foster Pl, Lake Forest, IL 60045
4beds
2,634sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1956
1.82 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$505/sqft
$5,700 Estimated rent
Home value
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Estimated sales range
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Listing updated:
Listing courtesy of:
Lisa Trace 847-295-0700,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate,
Samantha Trace,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with:
Ann Lyon
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12547479
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 285 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X15
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Lower
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Bedroom 3
- Level: Lower
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Bedroom 4
- Level: Lower
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 306 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X17
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 570 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 30X19
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 570 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 30X19
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 374 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X17
Heating
- Natural Gas, Radiant, Zoned
Cooling
- Partial, Zoned
Features
- Basement: Unfinished,Partial
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,634 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Yes, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Levels: Bi-Level
Lot
- Size: 1.82 Acres
- Dimensions: 320 X 329 X 225 X 243
Details
- Parcel number: 16041020140000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bi-Level
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1956
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Lake Forest
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/17/2026 | Sold | $1,330,000-1.4%$505/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12547479 Report a problem | ||
| 2/24/2026 | Pending sale | $1,349,000$512/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12547479 Report a problem | ||
| 1/26/2026 | Contingent | $1,349,000$512/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12547485 Report a problem | ||
| 1/16/2026 | Price change | $1,349,000-0.1%$512/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12547485 Report a problem | ||
| 1/15/2026 | Price change | $1,349,900+0.1%$512/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12547485 Report a problem | ||
| 9/9/2025 | Price change | $1,349,000-0.1%$512/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12453148 Report a problem | ||
| 9/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,349,900+0.1%$512/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12328056 Report a problem | ||
| 8/22/2025 | Contingent | $1,349,000$512/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12453148 Report a problem | ||
| 8/22/2025 | Price change | $1,349,000-0.1%$512/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12453148 Report a problem | ||
| 7/31/2025 | Price change | $1,349,900-3.2%$512/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12328056 Report a problem | ||
| 4/5/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,395,000+11.2%$530/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12328056 Report a problem | ||
| 3/3/2004 | Sold | $1,255,000$476/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $18,477 -17% | $324,622 +4.8% |
| 2023 | $22,271 +42.5% | $309,636 -12.8% |
| 2022 | $15,624 +5.8% | $354,982 +37% |
| 2021 | $14,770 +2.6% | $259,170 +3.5% |
| 2020 | $14,399 +3.5% | $250,400 +0.2% |
| 2019 | $13,916 -16.6% | $249,975 -22.2% |
| 2018 | $16,676 | $321,445 +0.3% |
| 2017 | $16,676 -9% | $320,419 -9.8% |
| 2016 | $18,328 +24.7% | $355,265 +6.4% |
| 2015 | $14,696 +2.9% | $333,801 +26.8% |
| 2014 | $14,284 +3.6% | $263,264 +0.9% |
| 2012 | $13,784 +4.3% | $260,942 -27.4% |
| 2011 | $13,212 -5.3% | $359,288 -0.7% |
| 2010 | $13,954 -8.7% | $361,754 -16.2% |
| 2009 | $15,286 -9.8% | $431,923 -2.3% |
| 2008 | $16,941 +7% | $441,865 -18.4% |
| 2006 | $15,836 +7.2% | $541,306 |
| 2005 | $14,773 +10.4% | -- |
| 2004 | $13,377 +0.5% | -- |
| 2003 | $13,305 +2.5% | -- |
| 2002 | $12,980 +5.5% | -- |
| 2001 | $12,300 +2.4% | $271,981 +6.4% |
| 2000 | $12,008 | $255,640 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60045
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Cherokee Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 1.9 mi
- 10/10Deer Path Middle School WestGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.9 mi
- 9/10Lake Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2 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.
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- 262 E Foster Pl
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