1140 Highland Avenue, Lake Forest, IL 60045 - Photo 1

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$800,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
3 Beds
3 Full Baths
2,488 Sq. Ft.
2 Car Garage

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Property Description

Welcome to 1140 Highland Avenue! An exceptional contemporary ranch offering the perfect blend of comfort, style, and convenience in highly sought-after Lake Forest. Set on a beautifully landscaped 1/3-acre lot, this light-filled home boasts 2,488 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, with vaulted ceilings, skylights, and gleaming hardwood floors that enhance its open, airy feel. Step into the spacious living and dining areas where walls of windows fill the home with natural light, creating a warm and inviting ambiance. The gourmet kitchen is a showstopper, featuring stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, a large center island, and ample cabinetry, ideal for cooking, entertaining, or casual family meals. The primary suite is a private retreat with custom dual closets and a newer remodeled en suite bath complete with heated floors, dual vanities, ceramic tile, and a separate walk-in shower. The finished lower level offers incredible flexibility, with a full bathroom, a large recreation space, and the potential to create a fourth bedroom, home office, or gym. Additional features include a modern security system, professionally landscaped grounds, and all the finishes that make a lovely home. Located near West Lake Forest's charming shops, restaurants, and Metra train station, with easy access to major highways, this home is ideally situated for both everyday living and commuting. You're also just minutes from Lake Forest schools, beautiful parks, forest preserves, and the vibrant boutiques and dining of historic downtown Lake Forest and Market Square.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 1140 Highland Ave

General

Sold For: $800,000
Taxes: $14,622 (2023)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: MRED
MLS ID: 12412222
Added to Site: 224 day(s) ago

Interior

Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Wet Bar, 1st-Floor Bedroom, 1st-Floor Bath
Fireplace: Yes
Fireplace(s): Living Room, Gas Log
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 3
Full Bathrooms: 3
Basement Baths: Yes
Bathroom Features: Separate Shower, Steam Shower, Double Sink

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 3

Additional Information

Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Train, Interstate Access

Parking

Garage: Yes
Attached garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Total Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached
Parking On-Site: Yes

Location

Area: Lake Forest
County: Lake
Subdivision: Lake Forest Heights
Driving Directions: Old Elm Road west of Route 41 to Highland, then North to address.

School Information

School District: 67
Midd School District: 67
Elementary School: Cherokee Elementary School
Middle School: Deer Path Middle School
High School: Lake Forest High School
Private School: Lake Forest High School

Community

Assoc. Fees Include: None

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air

Utilities

Water: Lake Michigan

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Contemporary
Construction: Cedar
Exterior Const.: Cedar
Basement Desc.: Finished, Partial
Windows: Skylight(s)
Square Feet: 2,488
Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
Year Built: 1987

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.337
Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
Lot Dimensions: 100 x 167 x 99.75 x 167.25

Financial Considerations

Assessment Year: 1987
Tax Amount: $14,622
Tax Year: 2023

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Property ID: 16082170090000

Listed by Baird & Warner
Sold by Baird & Warner

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Schools

Schools serving 1140 Highland Ave

School Districts:Lake Forest School District 67, Lake Forest Community High School District 115

Name	Grades	Distance
Cherokee Elementary School, Lake Forest, IL 475 Cherokee Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045	K-4	0.9 mi
Deer Path Middle School East 95 West Deerpath Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045	5-6	2 mi
Deer Path Middle School West 155 West Deerpath Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045	7-8	2 mi
Lake Forest High School 1285 North McKinley Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045	9-12	3.2 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 1140 Highland Ave

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

9/19/2025

Sold

$800,000

-5.88%

MLS

8/14/2025

Price Reduced

$850,000

-2.86%

MLS

7/18/2025

Listed

$875,000

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MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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1140 Highland Avenue, Lake Forest, IL 60045 (MLS# 12412222) is a Single Family property that was sold at $800,000 on September 19, 2025. Want to learn more about 1140 Highland Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Lake Forest? You can browse all Lake Forest real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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