About 285 West Westminster Avenue
Designed for today's active family, this private 2-acre estate combines recreation, relaxation, and refined style. The extensively renovated 8,135 sq. ft. brick residence borders Lake Forest Open Lands' Derwen Mawr Preserve, offering direct access to scenic trails and a short walk to downtown and the beach. Featuring 7 bedrooms, 7.1 baths, a luxurious primary suite with spa-quality marble bath, five en-suite bedrooms, a versatile third-floor guest or teen retreat, and a finished basement with wet bar and recreation space. The resort-style grounds include a heated year-round pool, tennis/sport court, expansive lawns, and a three-room apartment above the attached four-car garage. A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience luxury. privacy, and convenience in one of the area's most desirable locations.
Features of 285 West Westminster Avenue
| MLS® # | 12404241 |
|---|---|
| Price | $4,300,000 |
| Bedrooms | 7 |
| Bathrooms | 8.00 |
| Full Baths | 7 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Square Footage | 8,135 |
| Acres | 2.02 |
| Year Built | 1982 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Detached Single |
| Style | English |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 285 West Westminster Avenue |
|---|---|
| Area | Lake Forest |
| City | Lake Forest |
| County | Lake |
| State | IL |
| Zip Code | 60045 |
Amenities
| Parking Spaces | 8 |
|---|---|
| Parking | Asphalt, Brick Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Enclosed, Additional Parking, Storage, Owned |
| # of Garages | 4 |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Has Pool | No |
Interior
| Interior Features | Vaulted Ceiling(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Wet Bar, In-Law Floorplan, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, High Ceilings, Beamed Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Special Millwork, Cocktail Lounge, Granite Counters, Health Facilities, Separate Dining Room, Paneling, Pantry, Workshop |
|---|---|
| Appliances | Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Freezer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Cooktop, Oven, Range Hood, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Electric Oven, Humidifier |
| Heating | Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned, Radiant Floor |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| # of Fireplaces | 4 |
| Fireplaces | Gas Log, Gas Starter |
| Stories | 3 Stories |
| Has Basement | Yes |
| Basement | Finished, Crawl Space, Egress Window, Concrete, Rec/Family Area, Storage Space, Full |
Exterior
| Exterior | Brick |
|---|---|
| Exterior Features | Lighting |
| Lot Description | Corner Lot, Cul-De-Sac, Forest Preserve Adjacent, Nature Preserve Adjacent, Landscaped, Wooded, Mature Trees, Backs to Trees/Woods, Garden |
| Roof | Shake |
School Information
| District | 115 |
|---|---|
| Elementary | Sheridan Elementary School |
| Middle | Deer Path Middle School |
| High | Lake Forest High School |
Additional Information
| Days on Market | 49 |
|---|---|
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
| HOA Fees Freq. | Not Applicable |
Listing Details
| Office | Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago |
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| Contact Info | 847-234-2500 |