Active Listings
86
⇩ 32.8% vs 128 last year
Downtown · Fort Sheridan
Data as of June 2026. Source: Realtor.com.
The LAKE FOREST, IL real estate market (60045) currently shows 86 active listings, with 40 pending sales. Homes are averaging 37 days on the market before going under contract.
Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 42 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.
Homes are selling faster, averaging 37 days on market compared to 41 days last year.
The median listing price has risen 23.5% year-over-year, from $1,679,500 to $2,074,500.
Whether you are buying or selling in LAKE FOREST, IL, SELL123.com can help you save significantly on commission — typically 2% compared to traditional 5% broker fees. Call (240) SELL-123 for a free consultation.
Population: 21,159 · Density: 383.3/mi² · Median household income: $201,847
Typical home value: $884,762 · Homeownership: 87.4%
| Zip | City / State | Distance | Listings | Market Value | Median $ | Average $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60045 | Lake Forest, IL 60045 | 0.0 mi | 66 | $185,495,310 | $1,949,375 | $2,810,535 |
| 60040 | Highwood, IL 60040 | 3.7 mi | 5 | $2,688,835 | $462,500 | $537,767 |
| 60015 | Deerfield, IL 60015 | 4.5 mi | 60 | $65,917,080 | $812,000 | $1,098,618 |
| 60035 | Highland Park, IL 60035 | 4.8 mi | 84 | $118,637,820 | $817,000 | $1,412,355 |
| 60064 | North Chicago, IL 60064 | 5.9 mi | 11 | $2,639,989 | $243,700 | $239,999 |
| 60062 | Northbrook, IL 60062 | 7.8 mi | 115 | $122,419,570 | $627,000 | $1,064,518 |
| 60085 | Waukegan, IL 60085 | 8.1 mi | 42 | $11,587,926 | $257,275 | $275,903 |
| 60060 | Mundelein, IL 60060 | 9.0 mi | 91 | $57,049,720 | $439,995 | $626,920 |
| 60070 | Prospect Heights, IL 60070 | 9.7 mi | 34 | $11,799,564 | $222,500 | $347,046 |
| 60026 | Glenview, IL 60026 | 10.2 mi | 13 | $10,187,047 | $739,000 | $783,619 |
| 60074 | Palatine, IL 60074 | 10.9 mi | 67 | $29,664,987 | $296,975 | $442,761 |
| 60030 | Grayslake, IL 60030 | 11.2 mi | 66 | $26,088,150 | $344,250 | $395,275 |
| 60025 | Glenview, IL 60025 | 11.7 mi | 79 | $79,191,733 | $597,475 | $1,002,427 |
As of June 2026, there are 86 active listings in LAKE FOREST, IL (zip code 60045), compared to 128 the prior year.
The median listing price in LAKE FOREST, IL 60045 is $2,074,500 as of June 2026, a 23.5% increase from $1,679,500 the prior year.
Homes in LAKE FOREST, IL 60045 spend an average of 37 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 41 days the prior year.
Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of June 2026, LAKE FOREST, IL 60045 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 42 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 37 days on market compared to 41 days last year.
With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in LAKE FOREST, IL 60045 save an estimated $41,490 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $2,074,500. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.