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Property Description
Quality built all brick and cedar home in the sought after Lake Forest Heights subdivision. Conveniently located in central Lake Forest with easy access to train, restaurants, shopping, parks and expressways. Some of the many special features include hardwood floors throughout the 1st floor, vaulted ceilings, bay windows, French doors and new roof. Enter through the gracious two story foyer, framed by the living room and dining room, ideal for larger gatherings. The very spacious updated kitchen with vaulted ceiling and skylights offers abundant cabinetry, top of the line stainless steel appliances, center island and eating area with slider to expansive brick patio with fire pit. A wet bar with beverage refrigerator and cabinetry provides a convenient connection between the kitchen and dining room. The kitchen opens to the family room with floor to ceiling brick fireplace and numerous windows looking out to the private backyard. An adjacent office/den with French doors is a special treat, offering an additional space to work or relax and unwind. Located off of the 1st floor laundry room is a staircase leading to a fabulous bonus room featuring hardwood floors and shiplap paneling on the walls. The possible uses for this space are endless - playroom, art studio, media room, etc! The two story open staircase leads to the 2nd level with large landing overlooking the foyer below. Here you will find the primary bedroom with cozy fireplace and cathedral ceiling. There is also the luxury of an en-suite bath and large walk-in closet. Three additional bedrooms with ample closet space and a hall bath complete this level. The finished basement includes a great space for recreation as well as an exercise room and storage area or another office space. An excellent value in a wonderful neighborhood!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1156 Mt Vernon Ave
General
- Sold For: $1,000,000
- Taxes: $16,076 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12492241
- Added to Site: 98 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wet Bar
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Family Room, Master Bedroom, Gas Log
- Appliances: Double Oven, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom Features: Separate Shower, Double Sink, Soaking Tub
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Additional Information
- Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Multiple Water Heaters
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus, Commuter Train
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Fire Pit
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Attached, Garage
Location
- Area: Lake Forest
- County: Lake
- Driving Directions: RT 41 & OLD ELM, WEST TO MT VERNON, N TO #
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: Colonial
- Construction: Brick, Cedar
- Exterior Const.: Brick, Cedar
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 3,574
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1987
- Remodeled/Updated: 2008
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 90 x 149
- Lot Features: Wooded
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1987
- Tax Amount: $16,076
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Property ID: 16081050170000
Listed by Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
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Schools
Schools serving 1156 Mt Vernon 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 | 1.2 mi |
Deer Path Middle School East 95 West Deerpath Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 | 5-6 | 2.1 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 | 3.3 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 1156 Mt Vernon Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
12/12/2025
Sold
$1,000,000
-6.1%
MLS
10/11/2025
Listed
$1,065,000
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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.
1156 Mount Vernon Avenue, Lake Forest, IL 60045 (MLS# 12492241) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,000,000 on December 12, 2025. Want to learn more about 1156 Mount Vernon 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.


