1161 Gavin Court, Lake Forest, Illinois 60045


$2,499,900

For Sale
Status: Active
Sqft: 10,342
Cost/Sqft: $242
Beds: 5
Baths: 8
Year Built: 1998
Property Taxes: $31,713
Days On Market: 273
Lot Size: 1,85

Description

Set on nearly two private acres in one of Lake Forest's most sought-after enclaves, this exceptional estate offers a rare blend of privacy, scale, and timeless design. The home features a chef's kitchen with a large island and custom cabinetry, seamlessly connecting to formal and informal living spaces ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The main-level primary suite provides comfort and convenience, while additional bedrooms, office space, and flexible living areas accommodate multi-generational living, extended guests, or live-in staff. A thoughtfully designed lower level with a private entrance includes a kitchen, living area, bedroom suite, and office-perfect for independent living or professional use. Professionally landscaped grounds showcase mature trees, tranquil pond views, and ample space for outdoor enjoyment or future enhancements. Additional highlights include a four-car garage, generous storage, and a premier North Shore location just minutes from local amenities, Lake Michigan, and convenient access to Chicago.

Property Specifics

Single Family
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1998
2025
Finished, Full
Brick, Synthetic Stucco
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No
1.85
Lake
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— / Not Applicable
None
Lake Michigan
Public Sewer, Storm Sewer
Central Air
Natural Gas, Forced Air
12559296
16064020110000

Nearby Schools

NAME: DISTRICT: DISTANCE:
Grade School
Everett Elementary School
67 —
Middle School
Deer Path Middle School
67 Not in DB
High School
Lake Forest High School
115 Not in DB

Property History

DATE: EVENT: PRICE: SOURCE:
22 Jan, 2016 Listed for sale $0 MRED MLS
15 Feb, 2022 Listed for sale $0 MRED MLS
27 Jun, 2025 Sold $1,475,000 MRED MLS
28 May, 2025 Under contract $1,500,000 MRED MLS
27 May, 2025 Listed for sale $1,500,000 MRED MLS
— Last price change $2,749,900 MRED MLS
2 Feb, 2026 Listed for sale $2,749,900 MRED MLS

Room Specifics

All Bedroom Info:
Total Bedrooms: 5
Bedrooms Above Ground: 5
Bedrooms Below Ground: 0
Master Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: 16X20
Location: 2nd Level
Floor Type: Hardwood
Second Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: 14X16
Location: 2nd Level
Floor Type: —
Third Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: 14X16
Location: 2nd Level
Floor Type: Hardwood
Fourth Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: 12X18
Location: 2nd Level
Floor Type: Hardwood
Bathroom Info:
Full Bathrooms: 8
Partial Bathrooms: 3
Bathroom Amenities: —
Bathroom in Basement: 1
Dining Room Info:
Dimensions: 13X16
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: —
Kitchen Info:
Dimensions: 16X17
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: —
Laundry Room Info:
Dimensions: 7X9
Location: 2nd Level
Floor Type: —
Living Room Info:
Dimensions: 16X24
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: Hardwood
Family Room Info:
Dimensions: 17X21
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: —
Additional Rooms Info:
Rooms: Kitchen, Sun Room, Other Room, Bedroom 5, Exercise Room, Mud Room, Study, Great Room
Basement: Finished, Full
First Additional Room Info:
Name: Kitchen- 2nd
Dimensions: 12X26
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: —
Second Additional Room Info:
Name: Sun Room
Dimensions: 9X17
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: —
Third Additional Room Info:
Name: Other Room
Dimensions: 40X42
Location: Basement
Floor Type: —
Fourth Additional Room Info:
Name: Bedroom 5
Dimensions: 12X19
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: —
Fifth Additional Room Info:
Name: Exercise Room
Dimensions: 16X34
Location: Basement
Floor Type: —
Sixth Additional Room Info:
Name: Mud Room
Dimensions: 8X10
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: —
Seventh Additional Room Info:
Name: Study
Dimensions: 12X22
Location: 2nd Level
Floor Type: —
Eighth Additional Room Info:
Name: Great Room
Dimensions: 17X21
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: —

Other Specifics

4
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Attached, Garage
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—
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139.78x388.07x249.3x491.77
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Full
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Not in DB
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—
—

Tax History

Year Property Taxes
2025 $29,423
— $31,713

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