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$1,950,000
31 Days On Site

940 Mount Vernon Avenue
Lake Forest, IL 60045

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active Under Contract
5
Beds
6
Total Baths
5
Full Baths
1
Partial Bath
7,050
SqFt
$277
/SqFt
1988
Built
County:
Lake
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of Redfin Corporation
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This impeccably updated French Country home is truly move-in ready. Set on a serene 1.38-acre wooded lot with outstanding curb appeal, the property features a brand new composite roof and gutters, professional landscaping, expansive bluestone patios, a stunning professional grade outdoor kitchen and beautifully manicured, woodland gardens. Exceptional interior amenities include a timeless chef's kitchen with refreshed cabinetry and Sub Zero refrigeration, a 900-bottle wine cellar, and a luxurious primary suite with a newer bathroom and expansive walk-in closet. Additional highlights include a first-floor guest suite with a steam room, hardwood floors throughout, a heated three-car garage with EV charger, main floor and upstairs laundry and a finished basement offering an additional bedroom and bath, media room, recreation space, and abundant storage. A spacious floor plan and elegant finishes seamlessly blend comfort and sophistication, ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. Enjoy a turnkey lifestyle in one of Lake Forest's most desirable settings.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$1,950,000
Days On Site 
31 Days
Bedrooms 
5
Inside Area (SqFt) 
7,050 sqft
Total Baths 
6
Full Baths 
5
Partial Baths 
1
Lot Size 
N/A
Year Built 
1988
MLS® Number 
12565703
Status 
Active Under Contract
Property Tax 
$22,247.02
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Plans
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
a week agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
a week agoStatus changed to Active Under Contract
a month agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Attached Garage 
Yes
Direction Faces 
West
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
3
Parking 
Garage Door OpenerHeated GarageGarageAttachedDriveway
Parking Spaces 
3
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Security 
Security System
Sewer 
Public Sewer
SqFt Below 
2287
SqFt Total 
4763
Style 
French Provincial
Water Source 
Public
Interior Features
Appliances 
Double OvenMicrowaveDishwasherWasherDryerDisposalCooktopOvenRange Hood
Basement 
Sump PumpFinishedFull
Cooling 
Central Air
Electric 
Circuit Breakers200+ Amp Service
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Family RoomLiving RoomGas LogGas Starter
Fireplaces 
2
Flooring 
HardwoodCarpetWood
Heating 
Natural GasForced AirHeat Pump
Interior 
Walk-In Closet(s)Wet BarBuilt-in Features
Laundry Features 
Main LevelUpper LevelElectric Dryer HookupIn UnitMultiple LocationsSink
Window Features 
Skylight(s)Bay Window(s)DrapesScreensStorm Window(s)
Bedroom 2 
Dimensions - 14X15Level - Second
Bedroom 3 
Dimensions - 14X12Level - Second
Bedroom 4 
Dimensions - 14X12Level - Second
Bedroom 5 
Dimensions - 12X12Level - Main
Bedroom 6 
Dimensions - 13X17Level - Basement
Bonus Room 
Dimensions - 22X13Level - Second
Den 
Dimensions - 15X23Level - Basement
Dining Room 
Dimensions - 16X16Level - Main
Eating Area 
Dimensions - 12X19Level - Main
Family Room 
Dimensions - 16X23Level - Main
Kitchen 
Dimensions - 22X15Level - MainDescription - Eating Area-Breakfast Bar,Eating Area-Table Space,Island,Custom Cabinetry,Granite Counters,Updated Kitchen
Laundry 
Dimensions - 8X15Level - Main
Living Room 
Dimensions - 14X26Level - Main
Master Bedroom 
Dimensions - 24X19Level - Second
Office 
Dimensions - 14X15Level - Main
Recreation Room 
Dimensions - 27X33Level - Basement
Utility Room-2nd Floor 
Dimensions - 11X10Level - Second
Walk In Closet 
Dimensions - 12X8Level - Second
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Vinyl SidingBrickStone
Exterior 
BarbecueOutdoor GrillFire Pit
Patio And Porch 
Patio
Windows/Doors 
Skylight(s)Bay Window(s)DrapesScreensStorm Window(s)
Community Features
Accessibility Features 
Therapeutic Whirlpool
Community Features 
ParkSidewalksStreet 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 Redfin Corporation



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