500 Saunders Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
OFF MARKET

$927,000

Trulia Estimate
  • 6 Beds
  • 5 Baths
  • 4,243 sqft (on 3 acres)

500 Saunders Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045

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Currently Off Market - Sold Jul 6, 2018 for $415,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$927K
Since last month
Increased$26K (+2.9%)
Since last year
Increased$119K (+14.8%)
Since last sale
Increased$512K (+123.4%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +18% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$927K
August 2026$920K
July 2026$901K
June 2026$945K
May 2026$929K
April 2026$900K
March 2026$905K
February 2026$876K
January 2026$868K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
400 Riverwoods Rd, Mettawa, IL
0.20
Single-Family Home
$975,000
10/08/25
5
3.5
2,116
660 S Buckingham Ct, Lake Forest, IL
0.21
Single-Family Home
$845,000
04/15/26
3
4.5
3,063
1950 W Southmeadow Ln, Lake Forest, IL
0.53
Single-Family Home
$1,725,000
03/06/26
5
4.5
3,715
1835 W North Pond Ln, Lake Forest, IL
0.54
Single-Family Home
$1,300,000
12/12/25
5
4.5
4,040
672 S Balmoral Ct, Lake Forest, IL
0.27
Single-Family Home
$1,165,000
08/24/26
4
3.5
2,646
270 S South Shore Ln, Lake Forest, IL
0.48
Single-Family Home
$1,150,000
04/24/26
4
2.5
2,872
530 Oak Knoll Dr, Lake Forest, IL
0.81
Single-Family Home
$1,825,000
04/30/26
4
3.5
4,184
520 Stablewood Ln, Lake Forest, IL
0.68
Single-Family Home
$3,300,000
03/30/26
5
7
5,630
289 S South Shore Ln, Lake Forest, IL
0.52
Single-Family Home
$1,050,000
05/26/26
4
3.5
2,582
1871 W Salisbury Ln, Lake Forest, IL
0.71
Single-Family Home
$1,965,000
09/16/25
4
5.5
5,200

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
480 Saunders Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
0.08
$475,000
-
-
-
Recently Sold
604 Wharton Dr, Lake Forest, IL 60045
0.09
$820,100
3
3.5
2,367
Off Market
590 Wharton Dr, Lake Forest, IL 60045
0.11
$819,100
3
3.5
2,367
Off Market
572 Stockbridge Ct, Lake Forest, IL 60045
0.15
$858,500
4
3
2,367
Off Market
2200 W Saunders Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
0.18
$235,000
-
-
-
For Sale
400 Riverwoods Rd, Mettawa, IL 60045
0.20
$1,393,000
5
3.5
2,116
Off Market
2055 W Saunders Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
0.17
$1,570,400
4
4.5
5,603
Off Market
560 Stockbridge Ct, Lake Forest, IL 60045
0.17
$873,900
3
2.5
2,367
Off Market
502 Andover Ct, Lake Forest, IL 60045
0.18
$872,400
3
3
2,361
Off Market
2150 W Saunders Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
0.20
$490,000
-
-
-
Recently Sold
500 Andover Ct #500, Lake Forest, IL 60045
0.19
$818,000
3
3.5
3,308
Recently Sold
520 Andover Ct, Lake Forest, IL 60045
0.19
$835,000
3
2.5
2,534
Recently Sold

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1963
3 acre lot
4,243 sqft
$218/sqft
Garage

About this House

Amazing private Lake Forest estate. 3 acre wooded lot! Large property with plenty of entertaining areas. Fully renovated inside and out. Carriage/coach house. In-ground pool was fully renovated and features all new mechanical equipment and tile work. Formal living and dining rooms. Spacious family room with Dolby Atmos architectural theatre surround system, 3 fully restored wood-burning fireplaces, beamed ceilings, built-in shelves, wet bar opening into a screened-in porch, master suite includes jacuzzi tub and wood-burning fireplace! First floor junior guest suite. Full finished basement. Public water from Lake Michigan. All new MEP’s including but not limited to (dual HVAC units, 100 gallon water heaters, cast iron sump pumps, new drain tile system in basement, battery back-up systems). New basement windows and wells. Newly renovated carriage/coach house with 4 bedroom & 2 bathrooms and 3 interior garage spaces! Sweeping yard with wooded perimeter and professional/natural landscaping and low voltage property lighting! Large side yards. Lots of construction underway on the block. Only 5 large homes sit on Saunders Road. A tremendous opportunity for an private yet accessible oasis in Western Lake Forest!
500 Saunders Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045 is a 6 bedroom, 6 bathroom, 4,243 sqft single-family home built in 1963. It last sold for $415,000 on Jul 6, 2018. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $927,000.

Home Details for 500 Saunders Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAdditional StorageAtticIn-law unitNumber of Rooms: 15Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Breakfast Nook, Dining Room, Family Room, Laundry Room, Library, Master Bath, Mud Room, Office, Pantry, Recreation Room, Workshop, Sun RoomStorageWet BarCeiling Fan
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Gas, Wood PelletAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Floors: Tile, Carpet, HardwoodGated Entry
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyDishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
FireplaceHot Tub or SpaJetted Bath Tub
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Double Paned Windows
Security
Security System

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: Wood, BrickGardenLawnPatioPorchSprinkler System
Pool
Pool
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 5Parking: Carport, Garage Attached, Garage Detached, Off Street, On Street

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1963Year Updated: 1963
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Modern

Building

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Disabled Access
Pool
Sauna

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3.00 acres

Mobile R/V

RV Parking
Rv Parking

Additional Information

GreenhouseIntercom

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 6, 2018
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09894294
Sold
$415,000
Apr 25, 2018
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$429,900
Mar 23, 2018
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$429,900
Jun 27, 2016
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09193832
Sold
$394,900
May 7, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$394,900

Market trends in Lake Forest

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
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Available listings
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18MoM

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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

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    "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."
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    "This neighborhood is absolutely beautiful. My neighbors are responsible for picking up after they walk their dogs. They are very conscious about it."
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    "Lots of other dog owners and free poop bags provided in the parks. Plus, Openlands allows dogs off leash "
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  • 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."
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    "Lots of dogs live here and everyone picks up after their animals and it’s very well kept. Great place!"
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  • Pamgem62
    "Dog walkers are frequently on Green Bay but people without dogs are wary. Not everyone says “Hello” but feel safe on road. "
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  • Ekmillerlaw
    "I’ve been in Lake Forest for over 30 years. Wonderful community, my kids got great educations, safe and beautifully cared for."
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  • Bbalais
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for a year and it’s been great. Close to the Metra so it’s easy to get downtown. The people are friendly and it’s a cute little town. I love the beach, the parks and the bike trail."
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  • Jimmy
    "Its a really clean neighborhood. It’s a nice safe neighborhood to walk around but it’s so expensive to live there."
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  • Jk
    "My neighborhood in Lake Forest is very friendly, very quiet, lots of trees and grass and other green spaces."
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  • Steve M. .
    "I’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 "
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  • 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."
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  • 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."
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  • Lydia C.
    "Lake Forest has open access to nature including the beach at Lake Michigan and Open Lands as well as Maureen trees."
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  • Lakeforestmama
    "4th of July celebration, annual Christmas tree / downtown holiday lighting, beautiful lake front, quaint downtown and independent shops"
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  • Steve M.
    "Everyone talks to the dog walkers. This help create a real neighborhood. Plus it’s good exercise for both the dog and the owner "
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    "This is the most dog friendly neighborhood in our town. Neighbors stop and talk to us whenever we walk our dog "
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  • 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 "
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  • Zma453
    "Not too many from outside the neighborhood come into the town. Retail surrounds the area keeping traffic out. "
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    "Lake front park, large lots, old growth tree lines streets , clean bucolic neighborhood, great schools "
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  • Lydia C.
    "The abundance of beautiful trees and the close proximity to Lake Michigan make Lake Forest a special place to call home."
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Frequently asked questions about 500 Saunders Rd

  • What is 500 Saunders Rd estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 500 Saunders Rd in Lake Forest, IL is $927,000.
  • What is the price history for 500 Saunders Rd?
    500 Saunders Rd in Lake Forest, IL last sold for $415,000 in July 2018.
  • 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.
  • Does 500 Saunders Rd have air conditioning?
    Yes, 500 Saunders Rd in Lake Forest, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 500 Saunders Rd have a pool?
    Yes, 500 Saunders Rd in Lake Forest, IL has a pool.

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