1070 Meadow Lane, Lake Forest, IL 60045
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1070 Meadow Lane,Lake Forest, IL 60045
$2,395,000
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 3,986 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Active
Listed by: annie royster lenzke, jean royster
Office: coldwell banker realty
MLS#:12764807
Source:MLSNI
Price summary
- Price:$2,395,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$600.85
About this home
Renowned North Shore landscape architect P. Clifford Miller designed and developed the inspired grounds over fifteen years for his private residence, offering a rare opportunity to acquire a storied East Lake Forest home of exceptional provenance. Set just two blocks from Lake Michigan on nearly an acre, the property features Miller's signature native gardens and a tranquil garden walk meandering through year-round greenery, as featured on many local garden tours through the years. A well-preserved traditional clapboard residence of approximately 4,000 square feet anchors the .83-acre property. Improvements include a sweeping circular driveway that creates a sense of arrival, a new cedar roof, a thoughtfully updated kitchen, two renovated baths, and several newer mechanicals. Inside, refinished hardwoods, crown molding, and architectural niches infuse timeless character throughout. A classic brick-paved foyer leads to a gracious great room centered on a wood-burning fireplace, where garden views and natural light fill the space. Set behind double doors, a coveted main- level primary suite functions as its own private wing, complete with a skylit ensuite bath, jetted tub, separate shower, and dual vanities. The suite connects to the sunroom and an anteroom that adjoins a flexible room that can easily double as an office, dressing room, nursery, or potential fifth bedroom. Modernized through a timeless lens in 2024, the kitchen blends quartz counters, white cabinetry, a farmhouse sink, a Fisher & Paykel range, and a Bosch dishwasher. A dining room and powder room reside off the kitchen, allowing seamless entertaining flow. Doors from the main living areas open to a classic brick terrace and a fine gravel French courtyard, creating distinct outdoor entertaining spaces. Upstairs, two bedroom wings offer complete privacy for family, guests or an au pair, served by two recently renovated baths. A classic greenhouse, garden shed or playhouse, integrated sprinkler system, attached two-car garage, and 772-square-foot lower level complete this masterwork of North Shore heritage and enduring architectural style....
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Home facts
- Year built:1958
- Listing ID #:12764807
- Updated:October 06, 2026 at 12:12 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:4
- Total bathrooms:4
- Full bathrooms:3
- Half bathrooms:1
- Rooms Total:10
- Dining Description:Combined With Living Room
- Bathrooms Description:Double Sinks, Separate Shower, Whirlpool
- Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Basement Description:Partial, Unfinished
- Living area:3,986 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
- Heating:Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Central air:Yes
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Shake
- Year built:1958
- Building area:3,986 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.83 Acres
- Lot Features:Landscaped
- Architectural Style:Cape Cod
- Foundation Description:Concrete Perimeter
- Levels:1.5 Story
Schools
- High school:Lake Forest High School
- Middle school:Deer Path Middle School
- Elementary school:Sheridan Elementary School
Utilities
- Water:Lake Michigan
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$2,395,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$600.85
- Tax amount:$34,181 (2025)
Features and amenities
- Laundry features:Dryer, Washer
- Amenities:Sump Pump
Parking
- Total parking spaces:2
- Parking description:Asphalt, Attached Garage, Garage, Shared Driveway
- Garage:Yes
- Garage spaces:2
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