IL
Lake
Lake Forest
60045
285 W Westminster Avenue
285 W Westminster Avenue, Lake Forest, IL 60045
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Listing Type
Single Family
Listing Status
Active
47
$3,795,000
Home Details for 285 W Westminster Avenue
Price
$3,795,000
Type
Residential
Bedrooms
7
Total Bathrooms
8
Full Bathrooms
7
Half Bathrooms
1
Square feet
8135
Year built
1982
Lot size acres
2.02
County
Lake
Total rooms
15
Garage
4
Basement
Sump Pump, Finished, Crawl Space, Concrete, Storage Space, Full
Days on site
260
MLS Listing#
12404241
Property Description
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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Property Features
House Interior
- Entrance Foyer
- Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Cathedral Ceiling(s)
- Wet Bar
- In-Law Floorplan
- Built-in Features
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Bookcases
- High Ceilings
- Beamed Ceilings
- Open Floorplan
- Granite Counters
- Pantry
Parking
- Asphalt
- Garage Door Opener
- Heated Garage
- Garage
- Attached
- Enclosed
- Additional Parking
- Storage
- Driveway
Basement
- Sump Pump
- Finished
- Crawl Space
- Concrete
- Storage Space
- Full
Fire Place
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Master Bedroom
- Gas Log
- Gas Starter
Heating Information
- Natural Gas
- Forced Air
- Zoned
- Radiant Floor
Cooling Information
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Central Air
Water Features
- Public
Utilities
- Cable Available
Garage
- 1
School Information
School Information for 285 W Westminster Avenue, Lake Forest, IL 60045
Elementary School
Sheridan Elementary School
Middle School
Deer Path Middle School
High School
Lake Forest High School
Listing Courtesy: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago - 847-234-2500
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026-05-19 03:40:57. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.Last Updated: 2026-05-19 03:40:57
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