Welcome to 550 King Muir Road-an elegant and highly sought-after French Ranch residence with a classic stucco exterior, seamlessly blending Lake Forest charm with thoughtful, high-end updates. Surrounded by an iron gate and set on .74 acres of meticulously maintained grounds, this home offers exceptional privacy, warmth, and timeless sophistication. Inside, the home is anchored by rich red oak floors throughout, complemented by bamboo flooring in the kitchen. Ten-foot ceilings span most of the home, while the dramatic gallery features soaring 18-foot ceilings-creating a grand yet inviting sense of scale. French doors throughout the residence, accented with elegant brass hardware, enhance the architectural character and allow for seamless indoor-outdoor living. The thoughtfully designed layout offers three bedrooms plus a private office-with the potential to convert into a fourth bedroom-and three and a half bathrooms. The gourmet kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, featuring a Sub-Zero refrigerator, Bosch appliances, double convection ovens, a newer hood, and an added wine cooler. The main living spaces are rich in character and ambiance, highlighted by three gas fireplaces-located in the primary suite, dining room, and library-along with a wood-burning fireplace in the living room, creating inviting spaces year-round. All bathrooms have been fully renovated, and the primary suite is enhanced with custom California Closets, offering elevated organization and luxury. A newer washer and dryer add everyday convenience, while a security system provides peace of mind. Significant mechanical and structural improvements make this home truly turnkey, including updated furnace, air conditioning, water heater, and humidifier, sump pump and waterproofing with exterior drain tile, and updated electrical and plumbing. The roof has been replaced, and a screened-in veranda offers a serene outdoor retreat overlooking the professionally maintained grounds. Recent enhancements include new gutters and exterior lighting, a resealed driveway, fresh landscaping with ongoing professional maintenance, wood fencing, and a brand-new garage door and opener. And finally-this expansive French Ranch, defined by thoughtfully curated architectural details and refined craftsmanship, offers exceptional character and modern convenience rarely found in today's market. More than a home, it is a private retreat and a timeless Lake Forest residence, ready to be enjoyed and cherished for years to come.
New
$1,600,000
550 King Muir Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
3beds
4,052sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1953
0.74 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$395/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Professionally maintained groundsClassic stucco exteriorWood fencingResealed drivewayNewer hoodBosch appliancesGourmet kitchen
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: February 24, 2026 at 07:47am
Listing courtesy of:
Jordan Winkler (847)980-5492,
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12535848
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Foyer, Gallery, Screened Porch, Office, Sitting Room, Enclosed Porch, Breakfast Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full, Double Sink, Whirlpool & Sep Shwr)
- Level: Main
- Area: 336 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X21
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X14
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X12
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 374 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X22
Enclosed porch
- Level: Main
- Area: 175 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X25
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 266 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X19
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X20
Other
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 650 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50X13
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 442 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X26
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 104 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X13
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 520 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 26X20
Office
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X14
Screened porch
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 203 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X29
Sitting room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 104 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X8
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air, Baseboard, Radiator(s), Sep Heating Systems - 2+, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Cooktop, Range Hood, Gas Cooktop
Features
- Doors: French Doors
- Basement: Unfinished,Crawl Space,Partial
- Attic: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Gas Starter, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Den/Library, Dining Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 4,052 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Tandem, Yes, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 4
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 0.74 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 12312140100000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1953
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Lake Forest
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $395/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $904,164
- Annual tax amount: $19,093
- Date on market: 2/24/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,600,000+83.9%$395/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12535848 Report a problem | ||
| 6/21/2016 | Sold | $870,000-12.6%$215/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #08911142 Report a problem | ||
| 5/16/2016 | Pending sale | $995,000$246/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Lake Forest #08911142 Report a problem | ||
| 3/13/2016 | Price change | $995,000-5.1%$246/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Lake Forest #08911142 Report a problem | ||
| 8/19/2015 | Price change | $1,049,000-4.5%$259/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Lake Forest #08911142 Report a problem | ||
| 5/5/2015 | Listed for sale | $1,099,000$271/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential #08911142 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $18,485 +7.7% | $326,913 +8.5% |
| 2022 | $17,165 +3% | $301,358 +3.9% |
| 2021 | $16,670 +2.2% | $289,913 +0.3% |
| 2020 | $16,314 +5.3% | $289,002 +1.9% |
| 2019 | $15,500 +15% | $283,697 +5.6% |
| 2018 | $13,478 | $268,581 +1.7% |
| 2017 | $13,478 +8.1% | $264,092 +5.1% |
| 2016 | $12,467 -3.7% | $251,372 +6.2% |
| 2015 | $12,947 +1.1% | $236,697 -2% |
| 2014 | $12,801 +1.4% | $241,573 -0.9% |
| 2012 | $12,621 +2.3% | $243,669 -9.4% |
| 2011 | $12,335 -4.7% | $269,073 -11.7% |
| 2010 | $12,949 -0.3% | $304,731 -8.4% |
| 2009 | $12,992 +1.6% | $332,785 -2% |
| 2008 | $12,782 +1.9% | $339,438 +2.8% |
| 2006 | $12,546 +4.1% | $330,321 |
| 2005 | $12,058 +6% | -- |
| 2004 | $11,372 +6.4% | -- |
| 2003 | $10,687 -2.5% | -- |
| 2002 | $10,965 +4.6% | -- |
| 2001 | $10,485 +1.7% | $230,348 +5.6% |
| 2000 | $10,309 | $218,136 |
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Est. payment
$11,718/mo
Principal & interest
$8251
Property taxes
$3467
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 60045
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Deer Path Middle School EastGrades: 5-6Distance: 1.1 mi
- 9/10Deer Path Middle School WestGrades: 7-8Distance: 1 mi
- 10/10Lake Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Everett 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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