1161 Gavin Court, Lake Forest, IL, 60045

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$2,769,000
197 Days On Site

1161 Gavin Court
Lake Forest, IL 60045

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
5
Beds
8
Total Baths
5
Full Baths
3
Partial Baths
10,342
SqFt
$268
/SqFt
1998
Built
County:
Lake
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of Keller Williams ONEChicago

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Set on nearly two private acres in one of Lake Forest's most desirable enclaves, this exceptional estate offers a rare combination of scale, privacy, and flexibility designed for today's luxury lifestyle. The main residence features expansive living and entertaining spaces filled with natural light, soaring ceilings, and timeless architectural details. A chef's kitchen anchors the home with generous prep space and seamless flow to formal and informal gathering areas-ideal for both everyday living and large-scale entertaining. A standout feature of the property is the fully equipped, private in-law residence with its own entrance, kitchen, living areas, bedroom suite, and office-perfect for multi-generational living, live-in staff, extended guests, or a private work-from-home retreat. The finished lower level adds exceptional versatility with additional bedrooms, recreation areas, and fitness space. Outdoors, the professionally landscaped grounds offer tranquil pond views, mature trees, and ample room for outdoor entertaining, recreation, or future enhancements. A 4-car garage, generous storage, and thoughtful layout throughout complete this remarkable offering. Ideally located near Lake Forest's top schools, charming downtown, Metra, and Lake Michigan, this estate presents a rare opportunity to own a private, multi-generational property in a premier North Shore location.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$2,769,000
Days On Site 
197 Days
Bedrooms 
5
Inside Area (SqFt) 
10,342 sqft
Total Baths 
8
Full Baths 
5
Partial Baths 
3
Lot Size 
1.85 Acres
Year Built 
1998
MLS® Number 
12406224
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$32,018
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Estimated
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
2 weeks agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
2 weeks agoStatus changed to Active
2 weeks agoPrice changed to $2,769,000
6 months agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
1.85
Attached Garage 
Yes
Foundation 
Concrete Perimeter
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
4
Parking 
AsphaltGarage Door OpenerGarageAttached
Parking Spaces 
4
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Public Sewer
Special Circumstances 
Standard
Interior Features
Basement 
FinishedFull
Cooling 
Central Air
Electric 
200+ Amp Service
Heating 
Natural GasForced Air
Window Features 
Screens
Bedroom 2 
Dimensions - 14X16Level - Second
Bedroom 3 
Dimensions - 14X16Level - Second
Bedroom 4 
Dimensions - 12X18Level - Second
Bedroom 5 
Dimensions - 12X19Level - Main
Dining Room 
Dimensions - 13X16Level - Main
Exercise Room 
Dimensions - 16X34Level - Basement
Family Room 
Dimensions - 17X21Level - Main
Great Room 
Dimensions - 17X21Level - Main
Kitchen 
Dimensions - 16X17Level - Main
Kitchen- 2nd 
Dimensions - 12X26Level - Basement
Laundry 
Dimensions - 7X9Level - Main
Living Room 
Dimensions - 16X24Level - Main
Master Bedroom 
Dimensions - 16X20Level - Second
Mud Room 
Dimensions - 8X10Level - Main
Other Room 
Dimensions - 40X42Level - Basement
Study 
Dimensions - 12X22Level - Second
Sun Room 
Dimensions - 9X17Level - Main
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
BrickSynthetic Stucco
Fencing 
Fenced
Patio And Porch 
ScreenedPatio
Roof 
Shake
Waterfront Features 
Pond
Windows/Doors 
Screens
Community Features
Community Features 
LakeCurbsStreet Lights
MLS Area 
Lake Forest
School District 
Lake Forest High School
Township 
Shields
Schools
School District
Lake Forest High School
Elementary School
Everett Elementary School
Middle School
Deer Path Middle School
High School
Lake Forest High School
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of Keller Williams ONEChicago



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