ActivePrice Reduced

$3,795,000

$4,300,000
285 Westminster Avenue, Lake Forest, IL 60045
7 Beds8 Baths9,640 sqft133 days
285 Westminster Avenue·Lake Forest, IL 60045
7Bedrooms
8Bathrooms
9,640Sq Ft
1982Year Built
About This Home

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.

MLS# 12404241Listed September 2, 2025ResidentialEnglish
Property Details

Beds & Baths

Total Bedrooms7
Total Bathrooms8
Full Baths7
Half Baths1
Total Rooms15

Size & Structure

Living Area9,640 sqft
Garage Spaces4
Fireplaces4
Year Built1982
Lot Size2.020 acres

Location

CountyLake
TownshipShields
Zip Code60045

Financial

List Price$3,795,000
Original Price$4,300,000
Price / Sq Ft$394
Annual Taxes (2023)$62,319
Monthly Tax Est.$5,193
Parcel #12322010330000
Interior Features

Appliances

RangeMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorHigh End RefrigeratorFreezerDisposalStainless Steel Appliance(s)Wine RefrigeratorCooktopOvenRange HoodGas CooktopGas OvenElectric OvenHumidifier

Flooring

HardwoodCarpet

Heating

Natural GasForced AirZonedRadiant Floor

Cooling

Central Air

Basement

FinishedCrawl SpaceEgress WindowConcreteRec/Family AreaStorage SpaceFull

Laundry

Upper LevelGas Dryer HookupElectric Dryer HookupIn UnitLaundry ClosetMultiple LocationsSink

Fireplace

Gas LogGas Starter
Exterior & Lot

Construction

Brick

Roof

Shake

Exterior Features

Lighting

Patio & Porch

DeckPatio

Lot Features

Corner LotCul-De-SacForest Preserve AdjacentNature Preserve AdjacentLandscapedWoodedMature TreesBacks to Trees/WoodsGarden
Utilities & Parking

Sewer

Public Sewer

Water Source

Public

Electric

Circuit Breakers200+ Amp Service

Parking

AsphaltBrick DrivewayGarage Door OpenerHeated GarageGarageYesGarage OwnedAttachedEnclosedAdditional ParkingStorageOwned
HOA & Community

HOA Includes

None

Community Features

ParkPoolTennis Court(s)LakeCurbsStreet Paved
Schools
Elementary
Sheridan Elementary School
District: 67
Middle School
Deer Path Middle School
District: 67
High School
Lake Forest High School
District: 115
Tax & Financial
Annual Taxes
$62,319
Tax Year 2023
Monthly Tax Est.
$5,193
per month
Price per Sq Ft
$394
per square foot
Price Reduced by $505,000
Original list price: $4,300,000
Property Location

285 Westminster Avenue, Lake Forest, IL 60045Lake County

$3,795,000
$394 / sqft
285 Westminster Avenue
7 bd8 ba9,640 sqft
VL
Vittoria Logli
Top Glenview Agent

IL License 475.178467 · (847) 810-8438

Quick Facts
133 days on market
4-car garage
4 fireplaces
2.020 acres
$62,319/yr taxes
Price reduced $505,000
$25,138
estimated monthly payment
Principal & Interest
$19,944/mo
Property Tax
$5,193/mo
$3,795,000
20% — $759,000
3%50%
6.875%
3%12%
Loan Amount
$3,036,000
Down Payment
$759,000

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

Listed by
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Agent: Juli Hallas
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