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$875,000
27 Days On Site

1140 Highland Avenue
Lake Forest, IL 60045

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
3
Beds
3
Total Baths
3
Full Baths
2,488
SqFt
$352
/SqFt
1987
Built
Subdivision:
Lake Forest Heights
County:
Lake
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of Baird & Warner

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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.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$875,000
Days On Site 
27 Days
Bedrooms 
3
Inside Area (SqFt) 
2,488 sqft
Total Baths 
3
Full Baths 
3
Partial Baths 
N/A
Lot Size 
0.337 Acres
Year Built 
1987
MLS® Number 
12412222
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$14,622
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Assessor
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
3 days agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
3 days agoStatus changed to Active
4 weeks agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
0.337
Direction Faces 
East
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
2
Parking 
AsphaltGarage Door OpenerGarageOn SiteAttached
Parking Spaces 
2
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Public Sewer
Style 
Contemporary
Interior Features
Appliances 
RangeMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigerator
Basement 
FinishedPartial
Cooling 
Central Air
Electric 
200+ Amp Service
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Living RoomGas Log
Fireplaces 
1
Heating 
Natural GasForced Air
Interior 
Entrance FoyerCathedral Ceiling(s)Wet Bar
Laundry Features 
Main Level
Window Features 
Skylight(s)
Bedroom 2 
Dimensions - 15X11Level - Main
Bedroom 3 
Dimensions - 11X10Level - Main
Bedroom 4 
Dining Room 
Dimensions - 14X16Level - Main
Family Room 
Dimensions - 16X17Level - Main
Foyer 
Dimensions - 5X11Level - Main
Kitchen 
Dimensions - 12X22Level - MainDescription - Eating Area-Breakfast Bar,Eating Area-Table Space,Island,Pantry-Closet
Laundry 
Dimensions - 6X8Level - Main
Living Room 
Dimensions - 15X20Level - Main
Master Bedroom 
Dimensions - 15X19Level - Main
Recreation Room 
Dimensions - 25X30Level - Basement
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Cedar
Windows/Doors 
Skylight(s)
Community Features
Community Features 
ParkCurbsStreet Lights
MLS Area 
Lake Forest
School District 
Lake Forest High School
Township 
West Deerfield
Schools
School District
Lake Forest High School
Elementary School
Cherokee Elementary School
Middle School
Deer Path Middle School
High School
Lake Forest High School
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of Baird & Warner



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