Active

285 Westminster Avenue

Lake Forest, IL 60045
$3,900,000 ▼ $400,000 from $4,300,000
7beds
8baths
8,135sqft
2.02acres
Ask Dwello about this home
Anything from "is it priced right?" to "what's the catch?"

About this home

Newly priced at $3,900,000, this rare offering in one of Lake Forest's most desired locations features over two private acres with exceptional resort-style amenities. Designed for an active lifestyle, this property offers a seamless balance of recreation, relaxation, and refined living. Bordering Lake Forest Open Lands' Derwen Mawr preserve, it provides direct access to miles of scenic trails, all within walking distance to schools, downtown Lake Forest and the beach. This three-story brick home offers over 8,000 square feet of living space, blending timeless architecture with modern comfort. It features 7 bedrooms and 7.1 baths including five en-suite bedrooms on the second floor and a beautifully expanded primary suite with a spa-quality marble bath. The third floor features a spacious family room, additional bedroom, and full bath ideal for guests or a teen retreat. The dramatic great room showcases vaulted ceilings and a fireplace, creating an ideal setting for everyday living or entertaining, while the bar opens directly to the rear terrace and pool for seamless indoor-outdoor enjoyment. Additional updates include a two-story foyer with raised ceiling and custom staircase, updated baths throughout, graceful archways that enhance the open floor plan, a new roof with copper gutters, and thoughtfully designed exterior improvements. Outdoor amenities include a heated, year-round pool with diving board, tennis/sport court, children's playhouse, and expansive lawns framed by mature landscaping. A spacious four-car attached garage is complemented by a three-room apartment above, offering comfortable accommodations for guests, extended family, or live-in help. This exceptional property offers a rare opportunity to enjoy luxury living in one of the North Shore's more desirable settings.
MLS Description — as provided by the listing brokerage.

The facts

Property typeResidential
Year built1982
Garage spaces4
Fireplaces4
Lot size2.02 acres
Architectural styleEnglish
Annual tax$62,319
CountyLake
MLS #MRD12404241
Days on market84

Schools

ElementarySheridan Elementary School
Middle / JuniorDeer Path Middle School
High schoolLake Forest High School

Features

Heating
Natural GasForced AirZonedRadiant Floor
Cooling
Central Air
Appliances
RangeMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorHigh End RefrigeratorFreezerDisposalStainless Steel Appliance(s)Wine RefrigeratorCooktopOvenRange HoodGas CooktopGas OvenElectric OvenHumidifier
Parking
AsphaltBrick DrivewayGarage Door OpenerHeated GarageGarageYesGarage OwnedAttachedEnclosedAdditional ParkingStorageOwned
Construction
Brick
Lot features
Corner LotCul-De-SacForest Preserve AdjacentNature Preserve AdjacentLandscapedWoodedMature TreesBacks to Trees/WoodsGarden
Sewer
Public Sewer
Listed by
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Juli Hallas · 224-250-7630

Listing courtesy of mred MLS as distributed by MLS GRID.

Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 4/6/2026, 5:07:04 AM. All data should be independently verified.

You + your agent

What do you think?

React below so your dwello agent knows how you feel. Leave a note to start a conversation about this home.

Loading…