
Residential Land with Home for Sale in Lake Forest, Illinois
1161 Gavin Ct, Lake Forest, IL 60045
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.
Location
- Street address
- 1161 Gavin Ct
- County
- Lake County
- Community
- Lake Forest
- School district
- 67
- Elevation
- 679 feet
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
| Category | Type | Status | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gas | Natural Gas | Connected | — |
Nearby schools
| Name | Level | District | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Everett Elementary School | Elementary | 67 | — |
| Deer Path Middle School | Middle | 67 | — |
| Lake Forest High School | High | 115 | — |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 27, 2025 | Price drop | $2,769,000 | $20,000 -0.7% | MRED |
| Dec 15, 2025 | Price drop | $2,789,000 | $10,000 -0.4% | MRED |
| July 20, 2025 | Price increase | $2,799,000 | $49,000 1.8% | MRED |
| June 28, 2025 | New listing | $2,750,000 | — | MRED |
























































