1156 Mount Vernon Avenue, Lake Forest, IL 60045
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1156 Mount Vernon Avenue,Lake Forest, IL 60045
$1,065,000
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 3,574 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Pending
Listed by: donna mancuso, jean anderson
Office: jameson sotheby's international realty
MLS#:12492241
Source:MLSNI
Price summary
- Price:$1,065,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$297.99
About this home
Quality built all brick and cedar home in the sought after Lake Forest Heights subdivision. Conveniently located in central Lake Forest with easy access to train, restaurants, shopping, parks and expressways. Some of the many special features include hardwood floors throughout the 1st floor, vaulted ceilings, bay windows, French doors and new roof. Enter through the gracious two story foyer, framed by the living room and dining room, ideal for larger gatherings. The very spacious updated kitchen with vaulted ceiling and skylights offers abundant cabinetry, top of the line stainless steel appliances, center island and eating area with slider to expansive brick patio with fire pit. A wet bar with beverage refrigerator and cabinetry provides a convenient connection between the kitchen and dining room. The kitchen opens to the family room with floor to ceiling brick fireplace and numerous windows looking out to the private backyard. An adjacent office/den with French doors is a special treat, offering an additional space to work or relax and unwind. Located off of the 1st floor laundry room is a staircase leading to a fabulous bonus room featuring hardwood floors and shiplap paneling on the walls. The possible uses for this space are endless - playroom, art studio, media room, etc! The two story open staircase leads to the 2nd level with large landing overlooking the foyer below. Here you will find the primary bedroom with cozy fireplace and cathedral ceiling. There is also the luxury of an en-suite bath and large walk-in closet. Three additional bedrooms with ample closet space and a hall bath complete this level. The finished basement includes a great space for recreation as well as an exercise room and storage area or another office space. An excellent value in a wonderful neighborhood!
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Home facts
- Year built:1987
- Listing ID #:12492241
- Added:34 day(s) ago
- Updated:November 15, 2025 at 09:25 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:4
- Total bathrooms:3
- Full bathrooms:2
- Half bathrooms:1
- Living area:3,574 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
- Heating:Forced Air, Natural Gas
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Asphalt
- Year built:1987
- Building area:3,574 sq. ft.
Schools
- High school:Lake Forest High School
- Middle school:Deer Path Middle School
- Elementary school:Cherokee Elementary School
Utilities
- Water:Lake Michigan
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$1,065,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$297.99
- Tax amount:$16,076 (2024)
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