1140 Highland Avenue, Lake Forest, IL 60045
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1140 Highland Avenue,Lake Forest, IL 60045
$850,000
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,488 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Active
Listed by:scott rose
Office:baird & warner
MLS#:12412222
Source:MLSNI
Price summary
- Price:$850,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$341.64
About this home
Welcome to 1140 Highland Avenue! An exceptional contemporary ranch offering the perfect blend of comfort, style, and convenience in highly sought-after Lake Forest. Set on a beautifully landscaped 1/3-acre lot, this light-filled home boasts 2,488 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, with vaulted ceilings, skylights, and gleaming hardwood floors that enhance its open, airy feel. Step into the spacious living and dining areas where walls of windows fill the home with natural light, creating a warm and inviting ambiance. The gourmet kitchen is a showstopper, featuring stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, a large center island, and ample cabinetry, ideal for cooking, entertaining, or casual family meals. The primary suite is a private retreat with custom dual closets and a newer remodeled en suite bath complete with heated floors, dual vanities, ceramic tile, and a separate walk-in shower. The finished lower level offers incredible flexibility, with a full bathroom, a large recreation space, and the potential to create a fourth bedroom, home office, or gym. Additional features include a modern security system, professionally landscaped grounds, and all the finishes that make a lovely home. Located near West Lake Forest's charming shops, restaurants, and Metra train station, with easy access to major highways, this home is ideally situated for both everyday living and commuting. You're also just minutes from Lake Forest schools, beautiful parks, forest preserves, and the vibrant boutiques and dining of historic downtown Lake Forest and Market Square.
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Home facts
- Year built:1987
- Listing Id #:12412222
- Added:29 day(s) ago
- Updated:August 17, 2025 at 12:37 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:3
- Total bathrooms:3
- Full bathrooms:3
- Living area:2,488 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
- Heating:Forced Air, Natural Gas
Structure and exterior
- Year built:1987
- Building area:2,488 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.34 Acres
Schools
- High school:Lake Forest High School
- Middle school:Deer Path Middle School
- Elementary school:Cherokee Elementary School
Utilities
- Water:Lake Michigan
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$850,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$341.64
- Tax amount:$14,622 (2023)
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