BEDS7
BATHS7 full 1 partial
SQUARE FEET8,135
MLS#12404241
STATUSActive
PROPERTY TYPEResidential - Single Family
SCHOOLDistrict 115
Property Description
Rare offering in one of Lake Forest's most desired locations, featuring over two private acres with exceptional amenities designed for an active lifestyle. Bordering Derwen Mawr Nature Preserve, the property offers direct access to miles of scenic trails, all within walking distance to schools, downtown Lake Forest, and the beach. This three-story brick home offers over 8,000 square feet of living space, blending timeless architecture with modern comfort. Highlights include 7 bedrooms and 7.1 baths, with five en-suite bedrooms on the second floor and an expanded primary suite featuring a spa-quality marble bath. The third floor includes a spacious family room, additional bedroom, and full bath ideal for guests or a teen retreat. The dramatic great room showcases vaulted ceilings and a fireplace, while the adjacent bar opens directly to the rear terrace and pool for seamless indoor-outdoor living and entertaining. Additional updates include a raised two-story foyer with custom staircase, updated baths throughout, graceful archways enhancing the open floor plan, a new roof with copper gutters, and thoughtfully designed exterior improvements. Outdoor amenities include a heated year-round pool with diving board, tennis/sport court, children's playhouse, and expansive lawns framed by mature landscaping. A spacious four-car attached garage is complemented by a three-room apartment above, ideal for guests, extended family, or live-in help. An exceptional opportunity to enjoy refined North Shore living in a truly remarkable setting.
Property Features
Property Type: Residential - Single Family
Basement: Finished, Crawl Space, Egress Window, Concrete, Rec/Family Area, Storage Space, Full
Basement: Yes
Cooling: Central Air
Fireplaces: 4
Garage: 4
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned, Radiant Floor
Home Style: English
Lot Size: 2.02 Acres
Roof Type: Shake
Taxes: $62,319
Year Built: 1982
Amenities
Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Cathedral Ceiling(s)
Wet Bar
In-Law Floorplan
1st Floor Full Bath
Built-in Features
Walk-In Closet(s)
Bookcases
High Ceilings
Beamed Ceilings
Open Floorplan
Special Millwork
Cocktail Lounge
Granite Counters
Health Facilities
Separate Dining Room
Paneling
Pantry
Workshop
Feature Descriptions
Additional rooms: Kitchen, Bedroom 5,Bedroom 6,Bedroom 7,Foyer, Great Room, Office, Recreation Room
Additional Structures: Tennis Court(s), Storage
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Freezer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Cooktop, Oven, Range Hood, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Electric Oven, Humidifier
Association Includes: None
Bath Features: Whirlpool, Separate Shower, Double Sink, Full Body Spray Shower, Double Shower, Soaking Tub
Dining Room: Separate, Kitchen/Dining Combo
Exterior: Brick
Fireplace: Gas Log, Gas Starter
Fireplace Location(s): Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Den/Library, Great Room, Kitchen
Laundry: Upper Level, Gas Dryer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Laundry Closet, Multiple Locations, Sink
Lot: Corner Lot, Cul-De-Sac, Forest Preserve Adjacent, Nature Preserve Adjacent, Landscaped, Wooded, Mature Trees, Backs to Trees/Woods, Garden
Lot Dimensions: 210x490.13x150.27x486.48
Other Equipment: TV-Cable, Security System, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn, Generator, Multiple Water Heaters
Parcel#: 12322010330000
Parking: Asphalt, Brick Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Enclosed, Additional Parking, Storage, Owned
Security: yes
Sewer: Public Sewer
Total Rooms: 15
Township: Shields
Water: Public
Room Sizes
Bedroom 5: 15X12
Bedroom 6: 17X14
Bedroom 7: 14X12
Recreation Room: 28X27
Office: 24X10
Kitchen- 2nd: 10X9
Foyer: 18X12
Great Room: 19X13
Bar/Entertainment: 12X10
Bedroom 2: 15X12
Bedroom 3: 12X11
Bedroom 4: 13X12
Dining Room: 20X15
Family Room: 24X18
Kitchen: 22X19
Laundry: 8X8
Living Room: 37X32
Primary Bedroom: 18X15
Local Schools
High School: Lake Forest High School
Middle School: Deer Path Middle School
Elementary School: Sheridan Elementary School
School District: District 115
Listed By / Shown By
Listed By
Agency Name: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Agency Phone: 847-234-2500
Shown By
Agency Title: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Crosby Starck Real Estate
Agency Phone: 815-397-4040
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285 W Westminster Avenue | MLS# 12404241
This single family home located at 285 W Westminster Avenue, Lake Forest, IL 60045 is currently listed for sale with an asking price of $3,795,000. This property was built in 1982 and has 7 bedrooms and 7 full and 1 partial baths with 8135 sq. ft. W Westminster Avenue is located within the District 115 school district. Search Lake Forest real estate on www.bhhscrosby.com today.