1140 Highland Avenue, Lake Forest, Illinois 60045
$800,000
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Sold
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| Status: | Closed |
| Sqft: | 2,488 |
| Cost/Sqft: | $342 |
| Beds: | 3 |
| Baths: | 3 |
| Year Built: | 1987 |
| Property Taxes: | $14,622 |
| Days On Market: | 484 |
| Lot Size: | 0,34 |
Description
Welcome to 1140 Highland Avenue! An exceptional contemporary ranch offering the perfect blend of comfort, style, and convenience in highly sought-after Lake Forest. Set on a beautifully landscaped 1/3-acre lot, this light-filled home boasts 2,488 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, with vaulted ceilings, skylights, and gleaming hardwood floors that enhance its open, airy feel. Step into the spacious living and dining areas where walls of windows fill the home with natural light, creating a warm and inviting ambiance. The gourmet kitchen is a showstopper, featuring stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, a large center island, and ample cabinetry, ideal for cooking, entertaining, or casual family meals. The primary suite is a private retreat with custom dual closets and a newer remodeled en suite bath complete with heated floors, dual vanities, ceramic tile, and a separate walk-in shower. The finished lower level offers incredible flexibility, with a full bathroom, a large recreation space, and the potential to create a fourth bedroom, home office, or gym. Additional features include a modern security system, professionally landscaped grounds, and all the finishes that make a lovely home. Located near West Lake Forest's charming shops, restaurants, and Metra train station, with easy access to major highways, this home is ideally situated for both everyday living and commuting. You're also just minutes from Lake Forest schools, beautiful parks, forest preserves, and the vibrant boutiques and dining of historic downtown Lake Forest and Market Square.
Property Specifics
| Single Family | |
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| 1987 | |
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| No | |
| 0.34 |
| Lake | |
| Lake Forest Heights | |
| 0 / Not Applicable | |
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| 12412222 | |
| 16082170090000 |
Nearby Schools
| NAME: | DISTRICT: | DISTANCE: | |
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Grade School
Cherokee Elementary School |
67 | — | |
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Middle School
Deer Path Middle School |
67 | Not in DB | |
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High School
Lake Forest High School |
115 | Not in DB | |
Property History
| DATE: | EVENT: | PRICE: | SOURCE: |
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| 19 Sep, 2025 | Sold | $800,000 | MRED MLS |
| 29 Aug, 2025 | Under contract | $850,000 | MRED MLS |
| — | Last price change | $875,000 | MRED MLS |
| 18 Jul, 2025 | Listed for sale | $875,000 | MRED MLS |
Room Specifics
Total Bedrooms: 3
Bedrooms Above Ground: 3
Bedrooms Below Ground: 0
Full Bathrooms: 3
Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower, Steam Shower, Double Sink
Bathroom in Basement: 1
Rooms: —
Other Specifics
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| 100X167X99.75X167.25 | |
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| Not in DB | |
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Tax History
| Year | Property Taxes |
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| 2025 | $14,622 |
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Listing Provided By
Baird & Warner
