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634 Sheridan Rd,
Highwood, IL 60040
$1,550 - $3,545 | 1-3 Beds
Lake Forest
Lake Forest, IL
Area Guide
A luxurious lakeside hamlet with Chicago at your fingertips
Suburb
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Commuter
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Rail Service
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Metra
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Lake
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Golf
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Parks
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Schools
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Safe
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Low Crime
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Family Friendly
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Upscale
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Lake Forest is a thriving city in the North Shore suburbs, positioned about thirty miles from the Chicago Loop. Full of swanky homes and upscale apartments, Lake Forest has developed a reputation as one of the Chicagoland area’s most exclusive communities. Boasting an extremely low crime rate and superb public schools, it’s a particularly desirable option for folks raising families.
The lakefront offers terrific scenic views as well as opportunities for swimming, boating, and fishing; further inland, a network of large parks and golf courses provides residents with endless opportunities to spend quality time outdoors. Two separate Metra stations make it easy to get around the region by rail, with Chicago less than an hour’s ride away.
Rent Trends
As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Lake Forest, IL is $2,885 for one bedroom, $4,516 for two bedrooms, and $6,559 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Lake Forest has increased by 3.2% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,885/month
807 Sq Ft
House
$4,533/month
1,427 Sq Ft
Transportation
44
Car-Dependent
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
1
Minimal Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
47
Somewhat Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
Schools
Public
Grades PK-4
264 Students
10
Public
Grades K-4
318 Students
9
Public
Grades K-8
152 Students
9
Public
Grades 5-6
346 Students
8
Public
Grades K-4
336 Students
8
Public
Grades K-8
152 Students
9
Public
Grades 7-8
402 Students
7
Public
Grades 9-12
1,438 Students
10
School data provided by
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Derwen Mawr Nature Preserve
- West Skokie Nature Preserve
- Mellody Farm Nature Preserve
- Skokie River Nature Preserve
- Wildlife Discovery Center
Airports
- Chicago O'Hare International
- Chicago Midway International
