285 W Westminster Avenue, Lake Forest, IL 60045
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285 W Westminster Avenue,Lake Forest, IL 60045
$3,795,000
- 7 Beds
- 8 Baths
- 8,135 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Active
Listed by: juli hallas
Office: berkshire hathaway homeservices chicago
MLS#:12404241
Source:MLSNI
Price summary
- Price:$3,795,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$466.5
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....
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Home facts
- Year built:1982
- Listing ID #:12404241
- Updated:May 16, 2026 at 07:38 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:7
- Total bathrooms:8
- Full bathrooms:7
- Half bathrooms:1
- Rooms Total:15
- Dining Description:Separate Dining Room
- Bathrooms Description:Double Shower, Double Sinks, Full Body Spray Shower, Separate Shower, Soaking Tub, Whirlpool
- Kitchen Description:Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Oven, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, High End Refrigerator, Kitchen, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator
- Basement Description:Egress Window, Finished, Full
- Living area:8,135 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
- Heating:Forced Air, Natural Gas, Zoned
- Central air:Yes
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Shake
- Year built:1982
- Building area:8,135 sq. ft.
- Lot area:2.02 Acres
- Lot Features:Corner Lot, Cul-De-Sac, Forest Preserve Adjacent, Landscaped, Mature Trees, Natural Preserve Adjacent, Wooded
- Architectural Style:English
- Levels:3 Story
Schools
- High school:Lake Forest High School
- Middle school:Deer Path Middle School
- Elementary school:Sheridan Elementary School
Utilities
- Water:Public
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$3,795,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$466.5
- Tax amount:$62,319 (2023)
Features and amenities
- Amenities:CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Generator, Multiple Water Heaters, Security System, Sprinkler-Lawn, Sump Pump, TV-Cable
Parking
- Total parking spaces:8
- Parking description:Asphalt, Attached Garage, Brick Driveway, Garage, Storage
- Garage:Yes
- Garage spaces:4
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