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687 Linden Ave, Lake Forest, IL 60045, USA

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Suzie Hempstead

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

(844) 462-9072 ext. 9267

Amenities for 687 Linden Ave

Features

Central AirFireplace
Hardwood FloorHigh Ceilings
Natural Gas

Community

Exterior Type: BrickLaundry Room

Grounds

2 Parking SpacesGarage Parking
Outdoor Space

Other

Nine Rooms
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About 687 Linden Ave

HomeHouses in Lake Forest 687 Linden Ave, Lake Forest, IL 60045, USA

Property Status: Active Immaculate 4 bed 2.1 bath ranch home in Whispering Oaks of Lake Forest. Freshly painted, many new fixtures, Beautiful and large primary bedroom with vaulted ceiling, fireplace and access to backyard patio. Primary bath has 2 sinks with private shower and toilet. Bedrooms have crown and hardwood floors. Family room off of kitchen has built ins, hardwood floors, 10 ft. ceiling and fireplace. Adjoining garden room is tiled with vaulted ceiling, skylights and wall of windows over looking backyard. Kitchen has granite counters, white cabinets and eating area with sliders to backyard. Office Phone: (847) 910-8465 Copyright © 2026 Midwest Real Estate Data, LLC. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.


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Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 687 Linden Ave compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.4 miles away
Fireplace
In-unit features
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1.3 miles away

Address details

Zip code60045
TypeHouse for rent

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Rent trends in Lake Forest

4-bedroom apartments at 687 Linden Ave cost about 34% less than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Lake Forest.

Median rents as of Sep 5 2026.
Lake Forest
A table of 4-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Lake Forest
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$5,500
December 2024$5,500
August 2025$7,174
September 2025$7,448
October 2025$7,240
November 2025$7,747
February 2026$7,925
March 2026$9,666
April 2026$8,245
May 2026$7,995
June 2026$8,373
July 2026$7,995
August 2026$8,043
September 2026$10,000

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 687 Linden Ave?

Bedrooms

4+ bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$264,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $264,000 annually to afford this 4-bedrooms monthly rent price of $6,600.
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Schools near 687 Linden Ave

Cherokee Elementary School

475 cherokee rd

lake forest, IL, 60045

K-4Public
A

Bannockburn School

2165 telegraph rd

bannockburn, IL, 60015

K-8Public
A+

Rondout Elementary School

28593 n bradley rd

lake forest, IL, 60045

K-8Public
A

Child Development Center 2700

2700 cavin dr building 2700

great lakes, IL, 60088

PKPublic

Oak Grove Elementary School

1700 oplaine rd

libertyville, IL, 60048

K-8Public
A
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Lake Forest near 687 Linden Ave

Walking

2/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 687 Linden Ave, Lake Forest

Groceries

4/10
Some groceries within a short drive

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within a short drive

Cafes

3/10
Some cafés within a short drive

Restaurants

5/10
Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

0/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

2/10
Some bars within a short drive

Explore the area around 687 Linden Ave

Poeta Food Market
520 Green Bay Rd
La Union Grocery Store
489 Sheridan Rd
Mariano's
2999 Waukegan Rd
Sunset Food Mart Inc
825 S Waukegan Rd
Heinen's
2503 Waukegan Rd
Alina's Tailor Shop
814 Sheridan Rd
Good Impressions Inc
3150 Skokie Valley Rd
Chic Boutique
254 Waukegan Ave
Date Night Boutique
401 E Illinois Rd
Target
2099 Skokie Valley Rd
Starbucks
950 Sheridan Rd
D's Coffee Shop
495 Sheridan Rd
Tala Coffee Roasters
428 Green Bay Rd
Starbucks
2099 Skokie Valley Rd
Starbucks
2060 Skokie Valley Rd
Beermiscuous
552 Sheridan Rd
Teddy O'Brians
432 Sheridan Rd
Toad's Stool & Pub
327 Waukegan Ave
Chief's Pub
502 N Western Ave
White Hart Pub
255 E Illinois Rd
Maria's Bakery
410 Sheridan Rd
Pastificio Inc
122 Highwood Ave
Gourmet Frog
316 Green Bay Rd
Bent Fork Bakery
335 Waukegan Ave
Bent Fork Bakery
140 Michigan Ave
Knoll Park
Old Elm Park
Sheridan Park
Buena Park
Jean and John Greene Nature Preserve
The Hungry Monkey Baking Company
995 Timber Ln
Koya
508 Old Elm Rd
Il Forno Pizza & Pasta
496 Old Elm Rd
McDonald's
894 Sheridan Rd
Dona Paty' S
848 Sheridan Rd
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