1161 Winwood Drive — Lake Forest, IL 60045
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Lake Forest, IL 60045

1161 Winwood Drive

$1,499,000
4 beds · 6 baths · 5,510 sqft
Listed at $1,499,000 4 days on market $18,995/yr taxes
01About this home

With approximately 1.38 fully fenced acres, over 5,500 square feet of living space, and an indoor swimming pool, this west Lake Forest property offers a combination of features seldom found in a single residence. The expansive grounds provide open space for recreation, gardening, pets, and outdoor activities, while the home's one-story floor plan offers flexibility for a variety of lifestyles. Located near Middlefork Savanna Forest Preserve and Elawa Farm, the property enjoys convenient access to some of the area's most popular outdoor amenities. At the center of the home is a private courtyard, around which many of the principal rooms are arranged. Large windows, vaulted ceilings, skylights, hardwood floors, and multiple fireplaces contribute to a bright interior throughout much of the home. The layout includes several gathering spaces including a living room, family room, game room with wet bar, a kitchen with eating area and center island, and a sunroom. The indoor pool creates a dedicated space for year-round swimming and recreation. Multiple doors connect the pool area to large outdoor deck on one side and the courtyard on the other. An adjacent full bath dressing area supports the space. The primary suite wing overlooks the courtyard and includes a spacious bath. A separate wing includes three additional bedrooms and two full baths. The finished basement adds recreation space, a half bath, and storage. Recent improvements include a new roof in 2020, pool heater in 2021, pool room dehumidifier in 2026, primary bedroom water heater in 2026, and interior painting completed in 2026. Located within Everett Elementary School and Lake Forest High School districts, the property offers a unique opportunity to own a large ranch on a fully fenced parcel in west Lake Forest.

02Inside the home
03By the numbers
$1,499,000
List price
5,510
Square feet
4
Bedrooms
4 full / 2 half
Bathrooms
1955
Year built
1.38 ac
Lot size
2
Garage spaces
$18,995
Annual taxes
Ranch
Style
4
Days on market
04Open houses
Saturday
Jun 13
4:30pm–6pm
Just listed. With approximately 1.38 fully fenced acres, over 5,500 square feet of living space, and an indoor swimming pool, this west Lake
05Features
Heating
Natural GasElectricForced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Appliances
RangeMicrowaveDishwasherHigh End RefrigeratorBar FridgeWasherDryerDisposalRange Hood
Parking
AsphaltGarage Door OpenerGarage OwnedAttachedGarage
Construction
Cedar
Equipment
CO DetectorsCeiling Fan(s)Multiple Water Heaters
Sewer
Septic Tank
06Neighborhood
This home EElementary schoolHHigh school
E Elementary school
Everett Elementary School
Lake Forest, IL
📍31 mi🚗82 min
M Middle school
Deer Path Middle School
Lake Forest, IL
H High school
Lake Forest High School
Lake Forest, IL
📍1.8 mi🚗5 min🚶43 min
  • Donati’s Pizza Company 1.2 mi
  • Silo Pizza 1.2 mi
  • Scooter's 1.3 mi
  • McDonald's 1.4 mi
  • McDonald's 1.5 mi
  • Heinen's Fine Foods 1.1 mi
  • 7-Eleven 1.4 mi
  • Elawa Park 0.4 mi
  • Elawa Park 0.4 mi
  • Meadowood Park 0.7 mi
  • Mellody Farm Nature Preserve 1.1 mi
  • Knollwood Park 1.5 mi
  • Dunkin' 1.3 mi
  • Starbucks 1.3 mi
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07History

Every event we have for this address, straight from the MLS.

Jun 9, 2026
Listed for saleThis listing
Compass
$1,499,000
Sourced from MRED. Older events appear here as our history backfill completes.
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Listed by Compass · Alissa McNicholas
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