1280 Lawrence Avenue, Lake Forest, Illinois 60045

Subdivision > Arbor Ridge

$1,295,000

For Sale
Status: Active
Sqft: 5,389
Cost/Sqft: $240
Beds: 7
Baths: 4
Year Built: 1989
Property Taxes: $22,268
Days On Market: 63
Lot Size: 0,47
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Description

Quality-built, brick and cedar Cape Cod-style home, situated on an interior lot in the highly sought-after Arbor Ridge subdivision. With its stately curb appeal and impressive scale, this residence offers both elegance and comfort. Step inside the foyer and immediately appreciate the spacious layout and volume ceilings. The curved staircase makes a stunning first impression, flanked by a formal living room with a fireplace on one side and a separate dining room on the other-perfect for entertaining. Boasting 7 bedrooms in total, the home features a versatile layout that includes a 1st floor bedroom with adjacent full bathroom, ideal for guests or multigenerational living. Upstairs, there are 4 generously-sized bedrooms including the primary suite, and a private 2-bedroom retreat located above the garage. The heart of the home features a renovated kitchen (updated approximately 3 years ago) with quality cabinetry, solid surface counters, and high-quality stainless-steel appliances (Miele ovens, Miele built-in espresso machine, Miele deluxe refrigerator/freezer, KitchenAid 5-burner cooktop and Bosch dishwasher). The kitchen seamlessly opens to the family room that has a masonry fireplace, and door that provides quick access to the rear patio and yard. Additional highlights include oak hardwood floors throughout the 1st floor, an elevator for added convenience in going between the 1st and 2nd levels, a whole-house generator, a full-finished basement, a brick paver driveway, and an attached 3-car garage. The Arbor Ridge neighborhood is known for its pride of ownership, tree-lined streets, and pristine landscaping. Owners tout the short distance to Everett Elementary School and easy access to the Metra station, Sunset Foods, Starbucks, and a variety of fine restaurants and local businesses. 1280 Lawrence is a terrific value, and an exciting opportunity to own this exceptional home in one of Lake Forest's most desirable communities!

Property Specifics

Single Family
1989
No
0.47
Lake
Arbor Ridge
1200 / Annual
12407831
16073050040000

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:
7 Jul, 2025 Listed for sale $1,295,000 MRED MLS

Room Specifics

All Bedroom Info:
Total Bedrooms: 7
Bedrooms Above Ground: 7
Bedrooms Below Ground: 0
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Bathroom Info:
Full Bathrooms: 4
Partial Bathrooms: 0
Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink
Bathroom in Basement: 0
Additional Rooms Info:
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Other Specifics

3
110 X 182 X 109 X 190
Not in DB

Tax History

Year Property Taxes
2025 $22,268

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