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$1,749,000

1225 Sir William Lane, Lake Forest, IL 60045
5 Beds6 Baths7,120 sqft2 days
1225 Sir William Lane·Lake Forest, IL 60045
5Bedrooms
6Bathrooms
7,120Sq Ft
1989Year Built
About This Home

Located in the heart of the Arbor Ridge neighborhood, this fantastic Country French-style home has it all...beautiful updates, handsome finishes, high ceilings, open floor plan, hardwood floors, two staircases to all levels, a 3 car garage & a new roof. The dramatic two story foyer sets the tone opening to the impressive cathedral ceiling living room, the lovely dining room as well as the family room. The family room has a beautifully redone fireplace w/quartzite surround & leads to the breakfast room & kitchen. The first floor primary is at once private & well located w/vaulted ceiling, access to the back terrace & renovated bathroom w/heated floors, steam shower & 2 closets. Additionally the first floor has 2 1/2 baths, a mud room & a separate laundry room. The second floor boasts 3 bedrooms & 2 baths as well as a beautifully appointed home office located off the back staircase. The unbelievable lower level is a house in itself with a huge recreation room w/complete bar, a media room w/fireplace, an exercise room, a wine room, a bedroom/full bath as well as a sitting room w/newly added Murphy bed. Situated on a beautifully landscaped & hardscaped lot w/easy access to Everett School and Park.

MLS# 12486249Listed October 5, 2025ResidentialOtherSubdivision: Arbor Ridge
Property Details

Beds & Baths

Total Bedrooms5
Total Bathrooms6
Full Baths4
Half Baths2
Total Rooms14

Size & Structure

Living Area7,120 sqft
Garage Spaces3
Fireplaces3
Year Built1989
Lot Size0.520 acres

Location

CountyLake
TownshipWest Deerfield
SubdivisionArbor Ridge
Zip Code60045

Financial

List Price$1,749,000
Price / Sq Ft$246
Annual Taxes (2024)$27,357
Monthly Tax Est.$2,280
Parcel #16074100010000
Interior Features

Flooring

Hardwood

Heating

Natural GasForced Air

Cooling

Central AirZoned

Basement

FinishedDaylight

Laundry

Main Level

Fireplace

Gas Starter
Exterior & Lot

Construction

BrickStucco

Roof

Shake

Patio & Porch

Patio
Utilities & Parking

Sewer

Public Sewer

Water Source

Public

Parking

Circular DrivewayGarage Door OpenerYesGarage OwnedAttachedGarage
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$1,200
Annually

HOA Includes

Insurance
Schools
Elementary
Everett Elementary School
District: 67
Middle School
Deer Path Middle School
District: 67
High School
Lake Forest High School
District: 115
Tax & Financial
Annual Taxes
$27,357
Tax Year 2024
Monthly Tax Est.
$2,280
per month
Price per Sq Ft
$246
per square foot
Property Location

1225 Sir William Lane, Lake Forest, IL 60045 — Lake County

$1,749,000
$246 / sqft
1225 Sir William Lane
5 bd6 ba7,120 sqft
VL
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IL License 475.178467 · (847) 810-8438

Quick Facts
2 days on market
3-car garage
3 fireplaces
0.520 acres
$27,357/yr taxes
$1,200 HOA (annually)
$11,571
estimated monthly payment
Principal & Interest
$9,192/mo
Property Tax
$2,280/mo
HOA
$100/mo
$1,749,000
20% — $349,800
3%50%
6.875%
3%12%
Loan Amount
$1,399,200
Down Payment
$349,800

* Estimated payment only. Actual rates, taxes, and insurance may vary. Contact a lender for a personalized quote.

Listed by
Compass
Agent: Katherine Hudson
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