ClosedPrice Reduced

$1,325,000

$1,497,000
920 Mount Vernon Avenue, Lake Forest, IL 60045
7 Beds6 Baths7,873 sqft180 days
920 Mount Vernon Avenue·Lake Forest, IL 60045
7Bedrooms
6Bathrooms
7,873Sq Ft
1989Year Built
About This Home

Impressive quality, custom-built home in Lake Forest's coveted Country Place subdivision. Quality built in 1989 for the current owner, this luxurious home has approximately 5,400 sq ft above grade and 2,500 sq ft in the walk-out finished lower level. There are high ceilings, spacious rooms, curved walls, and tall windows that capture inviting views of the outdoors! The light and bright interior was freshly painted (12/2023). The circular brick-paved driveway leads to a beautiful all brick exterior with concrete tile roof, a 3-car garage, and a sophisticated waterfall feature near the front entry. Inside, the gracious marble foyer provides a warm welcome. Through the foyer, the captivating curved white oak staircase is an architectural gem that leads to all levels. The spacious living room has a fireplace, hardwood flooring, and windows that show beautiful views of the outdoors. The formal dining room has a wet bar and hardwood flooring and also many beautiful windows. The kitchen with island, sunny breakfast room and huge walk-in pantry is near the dining room. The spectacular family room has a two-story vaulted ceiling, brick fireplace and doors that lead to the rear yard. The en suite guest bedroom is conveniently located on the main entry level. Upstairs, there are 5 spacious bedrooms, 3 full baths, a full-size laundry room and a small room with wet bar that can be used as a beverage/coffee station, study room or prayer room. The luxurious primary bedroom suite boasts a vaulted ceiling, balcony, bath with separate shower and tub, private WC, dressing room, walk-in closet, and office/sitting room. This office is ideal as a quiet place to work after hours. Downstairs, the walk-out lower level offers entertainment for all! There is a theater area, bar/kitchenette, dance floor, recreation room, exercise area with mirrored walls, full bath, storage and more! This level opens to the large, wooded rear yard. Outside, the 1.38-acre parcel is professionally landscaped with specimen plantings and mature trees. This one-of-a-kind home offers deluxe living in an exquisite Lake Forest estate setting. Cosmetic updating costs for optional kitchen and bathroom renovations have been considered in the asking price.

MLS# 11951079Listed January 2, 2024ResidentialContemporary, Traditional
Property Details

Beds & Baths

Total Bedrooms7
Total Bathrooms6
Full Baths5
Half Baths1
Total Rooms16

Size & Structure

Living Area7,873 sqft
Garage Spaces3
Fireplaces4
Year Built1989
Lot Size1.380 acres

Location

CountyLake
TownshipWest Deerfield
Zip Code60045

Financial

List Price$1,325,000
Original Price$1,497,000
Price / Sq Ft$168
Annual Taxes (2023)$21,653
Monthly Tax Est.$1,804
Parcel #16081070230000
Interior Features

Appliances

Double OvenMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorWasherDryerDisposalCooktopRange HoodHumidifier

Flooring

Hardwood

Heating

Natural GasForced Air

Cooling

Central Air

Basement

FinishedExterior EntryRec/Family AreaStorage SpaceFullWalk-Out Access

Laundry

Upper LevelGas Dryer HookupSink

Fireplace

Wood BurningGas LogGas Starter
Exterior & Lot

Construction

Brick

Roof

Other

Foundation

Concrete Perimeter

Exterior Features

Balcony

Patio & Porch

Deck

Lot Features

LandscapedWoodedMature Trees
Utilities & Parking

Sewer

Public Sewer

Water Source

Lake Michigan

Electric

Circuit Breakers200+ Amp Service

Parking

Circular DrivewayOtherGarage Door OpenerHeated GarageOn SiteGarage OwnedAttachedGarage
HOA & Community

HOA Includes

None

Community Features

CurbsStreet LightsStreet 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
$21,653
Tax Year 2023
Monthly Tax Est.
$1,804
per month
Price per Sq Ft
$168
per square foot
Price Reduced by $172,000
Original list price: $1,497,000
Property Location

920 Mount Vernon Avenue, Lake Forest, IL 60045Lake County

$1,325,000
$168 / sqft
920 Mount Vernon Avenue
7 bd6 ba7,873 sqft
VL
Vittoria Logli
Top Glenview Agent

IL License 475.178467 · (847) 810-8438

Quick Facts
180 days on market
3-car garage
4 fireplaces
1.380 acres
$21,653/yr taxes
Price reduced $172,000
$8,768
estimated monthly payment
Principal & Interest
$6,963/mo
Property Tax
$1,804/mo
$1,325,000
20% — $265,000
3%50%
6.875%
3%12%
Loan Amount
$1,060,000
Down Payment
$265,000

* 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: Mona Hellinga
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