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Residential Land with Home for Sale in Lake Forest, Illinois

1161 Gavin Ct, Lake Forest, IL 60045

$2,799,000
1.85 acres
Active
Est $16,383/mo

Stunning Lake Forest Estate - Over 10,000 Sq Ft on 1.85 Private Acres Set on a serene 1.85-acre lot backing to a tranquil pond, this extraordinary estate offers over 10,000 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, ideal for comfort, functionality, and multi-generational living. The home features 7 bedrooms, 5 full bathrooms, 3 half bathrooms, and a fully finished basement. A standout feature is the private in-law suite, complete with its own entrance, full kitchen, master bedroom suite, office, dining room, family room, and private patio-perfect for extended family or long-term guests. The main residence offers a gourmet kitchen, open-concept layout, cathedral ceilings, rich hardwood floors, and a spacious second-floor laundry room. The finished basement includes two additional bedrooms, a full bath, and a dedicated exercise room. Additional features include a 4-car garage and beautifully landscaped grounds that provide privacy, scenic views, and generous space for outdoor entertaining.Located within the highly-rated Lake Forest School District 67 and Lake Forest High School District 115, this property is served by Cherokee Elementary School, Deer Path Middle School, and Lake Forest High School.This is a rare opportunity to own a one-of-a-kind estate that seamlessly blends elegance, practicality, and expansive living in one of Lake Forest's most sought-after locations.

10,342
Sq feet
5
Beds
5
Full baths
3
1/2 baths
1998
Built

Location

Street address
1161 Gavin Ct
Community
Lake Forest
School district
115
Elevation
679 feet
Coordinates
42.2292, -87.8757

Directions

294 North, exit 19 onto IL-60 east, south N Waukegan Rd, right to Gavin Ct

Property details

Acreage
1.85 acres
MLS #
MRED 12406224
Posted

Property taxes

2023
$32,018

Parcels

  • 16064020110000

Details and features

Listing

Type
Residential
Subtype
Single Family Residence
Franchise
Keller Williams Realty

Lot

Waterfront
Pond

Exterior

Parking Spaces
4
Fencing
Fenced
Features
Fencing

Structure

Stories
2
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Roof
Shake

Interior

Room Count
13
Rooms
Bathroom x 5, Bedroom x 5, Exercise Room, Great Room, Kitchen

Property utilities

CategoryTypeStatusDescription
GasNatural GasConnected

Nearby schools

NameLevelDistrictDescription
Everett Elementary SchoolElementary115
Deer Path Middle SchoolMiddle115
Lake Forest High SchoolHigh115

Listing history

DateEventPriceChangeSource
July 20, 2025Price increase$2,799,000$49,000 1.8%MRED
June 28, 2025New listing$2,750,000MRED
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This 1.85-acre property is located at 1161 Gavin Ct in Lake Forest, IL 60045. The property is available for sale for $2,799,000. It has a 10,342 sq ft 5 bedroom, 5 bath house built in 1998.

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