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
46
$3,900,000

Home Details for 285 W Westminster Avenue

Price
$3,900,000
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
214
MLS Listing#
12404241
Property Description

Newly priced at $3,900,000, this rare offering in one of Lake Forest's most desired locations features over two private acres with exceptional resort-style amenities. Designed for an active lifestyle, this property offers a seamless balance of recreation, relaxation, and refined living. Bordering Lake Forest Open Lands' Derwen Mawr preserve, it provides 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. It features 7 bedrooms and 7.1 baths including five en-suite bedrooms on the second floor and a beautifully expanded primary suite with a spa-quality marble bath. The third floor features 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, creating an ideal setting for everyday living or entertaining, while the bar opens directly to the rear terrace and pool for seamless indoor-outdoor enjoyment. Additional updates include a two-story foyer with raised ceiling and custom staircase, updated baths throughout, graceful archways that enhance 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, offering comfortable accommodations for guests, extended family, or live-in help. This exceptional property offers a rare opportunity to enjoy luxury living in one of the North Shore's more desirable settings.

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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
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Last Updated: 2026-04-05 03:43:32
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