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$1,625,000

754 LONGWOOD Drive, Lake Forest, IL 60045
4 Beds5 Baths4,060 sqft7 days
754 LONGWOOD Drive·Lake Forest, IL 60045
4Bedrooms
5Bathrooms
4,060Sq Ft
1956Year Built
About This Home

Rarely available in coveted Whispering Oaks, this one-of-a-kind home offers an exceptional blend of timeless design, thoughtful updates, and an outstanding floor plan. A welcoming foyer opens to beautifully appointed living spaces featuring 9-foot ceilings and abundant natural light throughout the main level. The updated kitchen is the heart of the home, complete with a large center island, breakfast nook, and seamless connection to the gracious family room with a fireplace and doors leading to the spectacular backyard. Entertain with ease in the elegant dining room served by a butler's pantry or work from home in the handsome library highlighted by a coffered ceiling, wood paneling and grass cloth wallpaper. A spacious mudroom provides outstanding everyday functionality. Upstairs, a wide staircase leads to four generous bedrooms, all with 8 1/2' ceilings and new Andersen windows, three full baths, and a conveniently located second-floor laundry room. The finished lower level offers exceptional additional living space with a recreation room, kitchenette, half bath, versatile bedroom or sitting room, and plenty of storage. The beautifully landscaped backyard is designed for outdoor enjoyment with a stunning bluestone patio, handsome stone knee walls, and a gas line for effortless grilling and entertaining. Recent improvements, including a new roof in 2024 and newer windows, provide added peace of mind. This exceptional home combines style, comfort, and quality in one of the area's most sought-after neighborhoods. With over 4000 square feet above grade, this home is not to be missed!

MLS# 12709242Listed July 18, 2026ResidentialTraditional
Property Details

Beds & Baths

Total Bedrooms4
Total Bathrooms5
Full Baths3
Half Baths2
Total Rooms11

Size & Structure

Living Area4,060 sqft
Garage Spaces2
Fireplaces1
Year Built1956
Lot Size0.480 acres

Location

CountyLake
TownshipWest Deerfield
Zip Code60045

Financial

List Price$1,625,000
Price / Sq Ft$400
Annual Taxes (2025)$18,099
Monthly Tax Est.$1,508
Parcel #16092120180000
Interior Features

Appliances

Double OvenMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorBar FridgeWasherDryerCooktopHumidifier

Flooring

HardwoodCarpet

Heating

Natural GasForced AirZoned

Cooling

Central AirZoned

Basement

Partially FinishedPartial

Laundry

Upper LevelSink

Fireplace

Heatilator
Exterior & Lot

Construction

Brick

Roof

Asphalt

Foundation

Concrete Perimeter

Exterior Features

Fire Pit

Patio & Porch

Patio

Lot Features

Mature Trees
Utilities & Parking

Sewer

Public SewerStorm Sewer

Water Source

Lake MichiganPublic

Electric

Circuit Breakers

Parking

AsphaltGarage Door OpenerYesGarage OwnedAttachedGarage
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$0
Not Applicable

HOA Includes

None

Community Features

CurbsSidewalksStreet Paved
Schools
Elementary
Cherokee Elementary School
District: 67
Middle School
Deer Path Middle School
District: 67
High School
Lake Forest High School
District: 115
Tax & Financial
Annual Taxes
$18,099
Tax Year 2025
Monthly Tax Est.
$1,508
per month
Price per Sq Ft
$400
per square foot
Property Location

754 LONGWOOD Drive, Lake Forest, IL 60045 — Lake County

$1,625,000
$400 / sqft
754 LONGWOOD Drive
4 bd5 ba4,060 sqft
VL
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IL License 475.178467 · (847) 810-8438

Quick Facts
7 days on market
2-car garage
1 fireplace
0.480 acres
$18,099/yr taxes
$0 HOA (not applicable)
$10,048
estimated monthly payment
Principal & Interest
$8,540/mo
Property Tax
$1,508/mo
$1,625,000
20% — $325,000
3%50%
6.875%
3%12%
Loan Amount
$1,300,000
Down Payment
$325,000

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

Listed by
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Agent: Andra O'Neill
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