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1161 Gavin
Lake Forest, IL 60045

  • 5 Beds
  • 5 / 3 Baths
  • 10,342 Sq. Ft.
  • Built In 1998
Price

$2,749,900

Est Payment
$16,000 / month (details)  
Taxes
$32,018  
Beds
5  
Baths
5 / 3  
Rooms
13  
Type
Detached Single  
Sq. Ft.
10,342  
Lot Size
139.78X388.07X249.3X491.77  
Built
1998  
Neighborhood
Lake Forest  
MLS
#12406224
Status
Active (7 months)

Property Description

Set on nearly two private acres in one of Lake Forest's most desirable enclaves, this exceptional estate offers a rare combination of scale, privacy, and flexibility designed for today's luxury lifestyle. The main residence features expansive living and entertaining spaces filled with natural light, soaring ceilings, and timeless architectural details. A chef's kitchen anchors the home with generous prep space and seamless flow to formal and informal gathering areas-ideal for both everyday living and large-scale entertaining. A standout feature of the property is the fully equipped, private in-law residence with its own entrance, kitchen, living areas, bedroom suite, and office-perfect for multi-generational living, live-in staff, extended guests, or a private work-from-home retreat. The finished lower level adds exceptional versatility with additional bedrooms, recreation areas, and fitness space. Outdoors, the professionally landscaped grounds offer tranquil pond views, mature trees, and ample room for outdoor entertaining, recreation, or future enhancements. A 4-car garage, generous storage, and thoughtful layout throughout complete this remarkable offering. Ideally located near Lake Forest's top schools, charming downtown, Metra, and Lake Michigan, this estate presents a rare opportunity to own a private, multi-generational property in a premier North Shore location.

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Property Details

Rooms

Room
Level
Flooring
Size
Living Room
Main
Hardwood
16X24
Dining Room
Main
Hardwood
13X16
Kitchen
Main
Hardwood
16X17
Family Room
Main
Hardwood
17X21
Laundry
Main
Hardwood
7X9
Master Bedroom
Second
Hardwood
16X20
Bedroom 2
Second
14X16
Bedroom 3
Second
14X16
Bedroom 4
Second
12X18
Bedroom 5
Main
12X19
Kitchen- 2nd
Basement
12X26
Kitchen- 2nd
Main
12X26
Study
Second
12X22
Other Room
Basement
40X42
Sun Room
Main
9X17
Great Room
Main
17X21
Exercise Room
Basement
16X34
Mud Room
Main
8X10

Utilities

  • Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Cooling Central Air
  • Water Lake Michigan
  • Sewer Public Sewer, Storm Sewer

Additional Information

Parking
4 Garage Spaces, Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached
Schools
Lake Forest High School (115), Deer Path Middle School (67), Everett Elementary School (67)

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Assessments
$0
Home Insurance
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Mortgage Insurance
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Listing History

06-28-2025 Listed at $2,750,000
07-20-2025 Price increased by $49,000 to $2,799,000
12-15-2025 Price decreased by $10,000 to $2,789,000
12-26-2025 Price decreased by $20,000 to $2,769,000
01-16-2026 Price decreased by $19,100 to $2,749,900
Last Modified 1/22/26 12:05 AM

Nearby Transportation

  • Milwaukee North 0.4 mi
  • I 94 West 1.4 mi
  • I 94 East 1.6 mi
  • Hwy 41 North 4.0 mi
  • Hwy 41 South 4.2 mi
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