1280 Lawrence Avenue, Lake Forest, IL 60045 (MLS # 12407831)

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Quality-built, brick and cedar Cape Cod-style home, situated on an interior lot in the highly sought-after Arbor Ridge subdivision. With its stately curb appeal and impressive scale, this residence offers both elegance and comfort. Step inside the foyer and immediately appreciate the spacious layout and volume ceilings. The curved staircase makes a stunning first impression, flanked by a formal living room with a fireplace on one side and a separate dining room on the other-perfect for entertaining. Boasting 7 bedrooms in total, the home features a versatile layout that includes a 1st floor bedroom with adjacent full bathroom, ideal for guests or multigenerational living. Upstairs, there are 4 generously-sized bedrooms including the primary suite, and a private 2-bedroom retreat located above the garage. The heart of the home features a renovated kitchen (updated approximately 3 years ago) with quality cabinetry, solid surface counters, and high-quality stainless-steel appliances (Miele ovens, Miele built-in espresso machine, Miele deluxe refrigerator/freezer, KitchenAid 5-burner cooktop and Bosch dishwasher). The kitchen seamlessly opens to the family room that has a masonry fireplace, and door that provides quick access to the rear patio and yard. Additional highlights include oak hardwood floors throughout the 1st floor, an elevator for added convenience in going between the 1st and 2nd levels, a whole-house generator, a full-finished basement, a brick paver driveway, and an attached 3-car garage. The Arbor Ridge neighborhood is known for its pride of ownership, tree-lined streets, and pristine landscaping. Owners tout the short distance to Everett Elementary School and easy access to the Metra station, Sunset Foods, Starbucks, and a variety of fine restaurants and local businesses. 1280 Lawrence is a terrific value, and an exciting opportunity to own this exceptional home in one of Lake Forest's most desirable communities!

DAYS ON MARKET 84 LAST UPDATED 9/24/2025
TRACT Arbor Ridge YEAR BUILT 1989
COMMUNITY Lake Forest GARAGE SPACES 3.0
COUNTY Lake STATUS Conditional
PROPERTY TYPE(S) Single Family

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


ADDITIONAL DETAILS
AIR Central Air
AIR CONDITIONING Yes
AMENITIES Insurance
APPLIANCES Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
AREA Lake Forest
BASEMENT Finished, Full, Yes
CONSTRUCTION Brick, Cedar
FIREPLACE Yes
GARAGE Yes
HEAT Forced Air, Natural Gas, Wood Stove, Zoned
HOA DUES 1200
INTERIOR Dry Bar, Elevator, Entrance Foyer, Walk-In Closet(s)
LOT 0.4722 acre(s)
LOT DESCRIPTION Landscaped
LOT DIMENSIONS 110 X 182 X 109 X 190
PARKING Garage Door Opener, On Site, Attached, Garage, Driveway
SEWER Public Sewer
STYLE Cape Cod
SUBDIVISION Arbor Ridge
TAXES 22267.98
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