480 Saunders Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
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SOLD
JUN 4, 2026

$475,000

Last sold price

    480 Saunders Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045

    Est. Refi. Payment $3,622/mo*
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    Currently Off Market - Sold Jun 4, 2026 for $475,000

    Home Value

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    Comparable sales

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    Address
    Distance
    Property Type
    Sold Price
    Sold Date
    Bed
    Bath
    Sqft
    0.11
    Lot/Land
    $490,000
    12/18/25
    -
    -
    0.15
    Lot/Land
    $450,000
    12/18/25
    -
    -
    0.69
    Lot/Land
    $1,175,000
    07/31/26
    -
    -
    0.77
    Lot/Land
    $646,000
    06/01/26
    -
    -
    1.26
    Lot/Land
    $500,000
    12/19/25
    -
    -

    Nearby home prices

    Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
    Address
    Distance
    Price
    Bed
    Bath
    Sqft
    Status
    0.10
    $235,000
    -
    -
    -
    For Sale
    0.11
    $1,570,400
    4
    4.5
    5,603
    Off Market
    0.11
    $490,000
    -
    -
    -
    Recently Sold
    0.16
    $819,100
    3
    3.5
    2,367
    Off Market
    0.15
    $1,061,500
    3
    2.5
    2,319
    Off Market
    0.17
    $820,100
    3
    3.5
    2,367
    Off Market
    0.15
    $1,067,200
    4
    4
    3,340
    Off Market
    0.15
    $450,000
    -
    -
    -
    Recently Sold
    0.16
    $936,200
    2
    3
    3,100
    Off Market
    0.16
    $865,300
    3
    3
    2,361
    Off Market
    0.17
    $858,500
    4
    3
    2,367
    Off Market

    Local Information

    • Map ViewExplore the area around 480 Saunders Rd.
    • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
    • Shop & Eat
    -- mins to
    Commute Destination

    Home Highlights

    Lot/Land
    6.07 acre lot

    About this House

    New Home Opportunity. Build your Dream Home Here** Live Where You Dream! ** Attention Builders** Seller willing to share previous Engineering reports* Report shows NO WETLAND** Potential for NEW Subdivision of 4 lots APPROVED BY Lake Forest** Lake Forest Prime Location available to Build New Single Family Homes. **ALL NEW Builds would be required to connect to City Water (Lake Michigan) and City Sanitary Sewer***Six acres situated on Saunders Road, adjacent to Conway Farms where large custom homes boast spacious yards. *Easy Access to 94 Expressway and Route 60**Close to Lake Michigan. Enjoy the Private Beach as a Lake Forrest Resident.**Lake Forest has a true Downtown Retail and Restaurant Experience** Top Rated Private and Public Schools. Lake Forest High School**TAXES REDUCED
    480 Saunders Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045 is a lot/land. It last sold for the $475,000 asking price on Jun 4, 2026. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia.
    Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
    Listed by Terry Anderson, ABR,GRI,SRES, (847) 305-0628
    Baird & Warner
    Bought with: Non Member, NON MEMBER
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12319941

    Home Details for 480 Saunders Rd

    Active Status

    MLS Status: Closed

    Interior Features

    Appliances & Utilities
    Utilities: Electricity Nearby, Natural Gas Nearby, Sewer Connected
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    No View

    Exterior Features

    Frontage
    Road Frontage: City StreetRoad Surface Type: AsphaltNot on Waterfront
    Farm & Range
    Frontage Length: 601

    Property Information

    Property Type / Style
    Property Type: LandProperty Subtype: Unimproved Land
    Building
    No Additional Parcels
    Property Information
    Parcel Number: 15013000320000

    Price & Status

    Price
    List Price: $475,000
    Status Change & Dates
    Off Market Date: Sat Apr 19 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

    Location

    Direction & Address
    City: Lake Forest
    School Information
    Elementary School District: 67Jr High / Middle School District: 67High School: Lake Forest High SchoolHigh School District: 115

    Lot Information

    Lot Area: 6.07 Acres

    Listing Info

    Special Conditions: None

    Offer

    Listing Terms: Other

    Business

    Business Information
    Ownership: Fee Simple

    Miscellaneous

    Mls Number: 12319941

    Additional Information

    Source Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD IDX Comments Reviews: NoMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesMRD Address On VOW Display: YesMRD AVM On IDX Display: NoMRD Price History On IDX Display: YesMRD Market Time On IDX Display: YesMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address DisplayMRD Remarks On VOW Display: Yes

    Price and Tax history

    DateEventPrice
    Jun 4, 2026
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12319941
    Sold
    $475,000
    May 20, 2026
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12319941
    ListingRemoved
    $475,000
    Apr 21, 2025
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12319941
    Contingent
    $475,000
    Mar 24, 2025
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12319941
    Listed For Sale
    $475,000
    Mar 24, 2025
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12073197
    ListingRemoved
    $475,000

    Market trends in Lake Forest

    Last updated August 2026
    Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
    Avg. sale price
    โ€”
    Sale-to-List Price
    โ€”
    Price per sq ft
    โ€”
    Available listings
    94
    9
    MoM

    What Locals Say about Lake Forest

    At least 107 Trulia users voted on each feature.
    • 93 % Say it's dog friendly

    • 91 % Say parking is easy

    • 86 % Say car is needed

    • 84 % Say it's quiet

    • 83 % Say there's holiday spirit

    • 82 % Say people would walk alone at night

    • 81 % Say yards are well-kept

    • 79 % Say there are sidewalks

    • 78 % Say there's wildlife

    • 72 % Say kids play outside

    • 65 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

    • 64 % Say neighbors are friendly

    • 57 % Say streets are well-lit

    • 54 % Say there are community events

    • 50 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

    • 50 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

    Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
    • Clay Cannady
      "It is a wonderfully beautiful and safe place to raise kids. The schools are outstanding, the sense of community extraordinary and the access to nature and open specials unique."
    • Maribelgarcia1115
      "This neighborhood is absolutely beautiful. My neighbors are responsible for picking up after they walk their dogs. They are very conscious about it."
    • Cathtob
      "Lots of other dog owners and free poop bags provided in the parks. Plus, Openlands allows dogs off leash "
    • Clay Cannady
      "Dog owners are in the majority, they are generally respectful and the dogs are most welcome. There are few if any incidents, owners take responsibility, and outdoor access plays an important part."
    • Trulia User
      "Lots of dogs live here and everyone picks up after their animals and itโ€™s very well kept. Great place!"
    • Pamgem62
      "Dog walkers are frequently on Green Bay but people without dogs are wary. Not everyone says โ€œHelloโ€ but feel safe on road. "
    • Ekmillerlaw
      "Iโ€™ve been in Lake Forest for over 30 years. Wonderful community, my kids got great educations, safe and beautifully cared for."
    • Bbalais
      "Iโ€™ve lived in this neighborhood for a year and itโ€™s been great. Close to the Metra so itโ€™s easy to get downtown. The people are friendly and itโ€™s a cute little town. I love the beach, the parks and the bike trail."
    • Jimmy
      "Its a really clean neighborhood. Itโ€™s a nice safe neighborhood to walk around but itโ€™s so expensive to live there."
    • Jk
      "My neighborhood in Lake Forest is very friendly, very quiet, lots of trees and grass and other green spaces."
    • Steve M. .
      "Iโ€™ve list in the neighborhood 26 years and walked the dogs every day, met many friendly people . The trees and landscaping in the area are beautiful "
    • Catherinemary924
      "Lake Forest is a dream town to live in. The schools and activities are excellent. The only downside is that one must have a lot of money to buy a home here, and children can be overly indulged. The town is beautiful and safe, but it does not have much diversity. Education and sports are top priorities."
    • Catherinemary924
      "Tree lighting in Market Square, Lake Forest Day, parade, flags line street for every holiday, music in the square, Bonfire and Bagpipes, many others."
    • Lydia C.
      "Lake Forest has open access to nature including the beach at Lake Michigan and Open Lands as well as Maureen trees."
    • Lakeforestmama
      "4th of July celebration, annual Christmas tree / downtown holiday lighting, beautiful lake front, quaint downtown and independent shops"
    • Steve M.
      "Everyone talks to the dog walkers. This help create a real neighborhood. Plus itโ€™s good exercise for both the dog and the owner "
    • Steve M.
      "This is the most dog friendly neighborhood in our town. Neighbors stop and talk to us whenever we walk our dog "
    • Steve M.
      "20 makes minute drive to the small town where I have a store, a pleasant drive with winding streets , forests of trees and historic architecture "
    • Zma453
      "Not too many from outside the neighborhood come into the town. Retail surrounds the area keeping traffic out. "
    • Sogilmore
      "Lake front park, large lots, old growth tree lines streets , clean bucolic neighborhood, great schools "
    • Lydia C.
      "The abundance of beautiful trees and the close proximity to Lake Michigan make Lake Forest a special place to call home."

    LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

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    Frequently asked questions about 480 Saunders Rd

    • What is the price history for 480 Saunders Rd?
      480 Saunders Rd in Lake Forest, IL last sold for $475,000 in June 2026.
    • Is Lake Forest a buyer's or seller's market?
      Lake Forest is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
    • What do residents say about Lake Forest?
      Residents describe Lake Forest, IL as dog-friendly, easy to park in, and quiet. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Lake Forest, IL.
    • What are the closest schools to 480 Saunders Rd?
      The closest schools to 480 Saunders Rd in Lake Forest, IL are Cherokee Elementary School (rated 10/10), Deer Path Middle School West (rated 10/10), Lake Forest High School (rated 9/10).

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