285 W Westminster Avenue, Lake Forest, IL 60045 (MLS # 12404241)

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PRICE $3,900,000 dsIDX morgage calculator
BEDS 7
BATHS 7.5
HOME SIZE 8,135 sqft
LOT SIZE 2.02 ac

Newly priced at $3,900,000, this rare offering in one of Lake Forest's most desired locations features over two private acres with exceptional resort-style amenities. Designed for an active lifestyle, this property offers a seamless balance of recreation, relaxation, and refined living. Bordering Lake Forest Open Lands' Derwen Mawr preserve, it provides 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. It features 7 bedrooms and 7.1 baths including five en-suite bedrooms on the second floor and a beautifully expanded primary suite with a spa-quality marble bath. The third floor features 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, creating an ideal setting for everyday living or entertaining, while the bar opens directly to the rear terrace and pool for seamless indoor-outdoor enjoyment. Additional updates include a two-story foyer with raised ceiling and custom staircase, updated baths throughout, graceful archways that enhance 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, offering comfortable accommodations for guests, extended family, or live-in help. This exceptional property offers a rare opportunity to enjoy luxury living in one of the North Shore's more desirable settings.

DAYS ON MARKET 224 LAST UPDATED 3/31/2026
YEAR BUILT 1982 COMMUNITY Lake Forest
GARAGE SPACES 4.0 COUNTY Lake
STATUS Active PROPERTY TYPE(S) Single Family

SCHOOLS
School District Lake Forest High School
Elementary School Sheridan Elementary School
Jr. High School Deer Path Middle School
High School Lake Forest High School


ADDITIONAL DETAILS
AIR Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
AIR CONDITIONING Yes
APPLIANCES Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Oven, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Humidifier, Microwave, Oven, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator
AREA Lake Forest
BASEMENT Concrete, Crawl Space, Finished, Full, Storage Space, Sump Pump, Yes
CONSTRUCTION Brick
EXTERIOR Lighting
FIREPLACE Yes
GARAGE Attached Garage, Yes
HEAT Forced Air, Natural Gas, Radiant Floor, Zoned
INTERIOR Beamed Ceilings, Bookcases, Built-in Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, In-Law Floorplan, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar
LOT 2.02 acre(s)
LOT DESCRIPTION Corner Lot, Cul-de-sac, Garden, Landscaped, Wooded
LOT DIMENSIONS 210x490.13x150.27x486.48
PARKING Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Garage, Attached, Enclosed, Additional Parking, Storage, Driveway
POOL DESCRIPTION In Ground
SEWER Public Sewer
STYLE English
TAXES 62319
UTILITIES Cable Available
WATER Public
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