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Residential Land with Home for Sale in Lake Forest, Illinois

1161 Gavin Ct, Lake Forest, IL 60045

$2,769,000
1.85 acres
Active
Est $16,236/mo

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.

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
67
Elevation
679 feet
Coordinates
42.2288, -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
Franchise
Keller Williams Realty

Lot

Waterfront
Pond
Features
Mature Trees

Exterior

Parking Spaces
4
Parking
Garage, Open
Fencing
Fenced
Pool
Patio

Structure

Stories
2
Basement
Finished, Full
Sewer
Public Sewer
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Materials
Brick, Synthetic Stucco
Roof
Shake
Windows
Screens

Interior

Room Count
13
Rooms
Basement, Bathroom x 8, Bedroom x 5, Den, Dining Room, Exercise Room x 2, Family Room, Laundry Room
Flooring
Hardwood

Property utilities

CategoryTypeStatusDescription
GasNatural GasConnected

Nearby schools

NameLevelDistrictDescription
Everett Elementary SchoolElementary67
Deer Path Middle SchoolMiddle67
Lake Forest High SchoolHigh115

Listing history

DateEventPriceChangeSource
Dec 27, 2025Price drop$2,769,000$20,000 -0.7%MRED
Dec 15, 2025Price drop$2,789,000$10,000 -0.4%MRED
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 $2,769,000. It has a 10,342 sq ft 5 bedroom, 5 bath house built in 1998.

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