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Property Description
Perched on a small hill at the end of a sunny cul-de-sac, this 1.75-acre verdant retreat has been meticulously and thoughtfully updated throughout. The open floorplan with its main floor primary suite offers perfection in every detail and a warm ambiance permeates throughout the entire home. Newer, oversized windows load each room with natural light and provide panoramic views of the meticulously manicured gardens. The exquisite kitchen was renovated less than a year ago and offers professional grade appliances, extensive counter space and an amazing sun-filled family breakfast area. The expansive great room features a stately fireplace, quaint wet bar and floor to ceiling windows open onto the deck. Retreat to the luxurious main floor primary suite, and a serene master bedroom awaits with a luxurious spa-like primary bathroom with its deep soaking tub and fabulous, oversized steam shower, beautiful tile and custom cabinetry, and a spacious walk-in closet. The second floor offers three additional en-suite bedrooms, each with ample closet space and features a convenient second-floor laundry room. The spacious lower level showcases a handsome wet bar, a large game room that opens into a well-designed work out area, ample storage and an additional flex room perfect for a 5th bedroom or 2nd office, or craft room. Outside, escape into the outdoor oasis spanning across 1.75 acres of manicured landscape with complete privacy across the entire property. Approx. 4800 sq ft, 3 car garage, serene privacy, and a stellar location- your forever home awaits!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1554 Big Oaks Ct
General
- Sold For: $1,600,000
- Taxes: $18,872 (2023)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12481654
- Added to Site: 113 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Wet Bar, 1st-Floor Bedroom, 1st-Floor Bath
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Master Bedroom, Gas Starter
- Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Humidifier
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 6
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Half Bathrooms: 2
- Basement Baths: Yes
- Bathroom Features: Whirlpool, Separate Shower, Double Sink
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
- Bedrooms(Blw Grade): 1
Additional Information
- Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Whole-House Fan, Sump Pump, Lawn Sprinkler, Air Purifier
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Train, Interstate Access
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Total Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Location
- Area: Lake Forest
- County: Lake
- Driving Directions: Everett to Oak Knoll South to Big Oaks Court West to #
School Information
- School District: 67
- Midd School District: 67
- Elementary School: Everett 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, Zoned
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+, Zoned
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Contemporary
- Construction: Cedar, Stone
- Exterior Const.: Cedar, Stone
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shake
- Windows: Screens, Skylight(s)
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 4,683
- Sq. Ft. Source: Landlord/Tenant/Seller
- Year Built: 1986
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 1.44
- Lot Size Range: 1.0 to 1.99 Acres
- Lot Dimensions: 175 x 300 x 235 x 324
- Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Wooded
Water Features
- Water Front Desc.: Lake Front
- Lake Front: Yes
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1986
- Tax Amount: $18,872
- Tax Year: 2023
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Property ID: 16181010190000
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Schools
Schools serving 1554 Big Oaks Ct
School Districts:Lake Forest School District 67, Lake Forest Community High School District 115
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Everett Elementary School, Lake Forest, IL 1111 Everett School Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 | K-4 | 0.8 mi |
Deer Path Middle School East 95 West Deerpath Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 | 5-6 | 3.4 mi |
Deer Path Middle School West 155 West Deerpath Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 | 7-8 | 3.3 mi |
Lake Forest High School 1285 North McKinley Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 | 9-12 | 4.6 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 1554 Big Oaks Ct
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
11/07/2025
Sold
$1,600,000
0.31%
MLS
10/05/2025
Listed
$1,595,000
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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.
1554 Big Oaks Court, Lake Forest, IL 60045 (MLS# 12481654) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,600,000 on November 07, 2025. This property was listed by Shaun Raugstad from our Glenbrook Office.Want to learn more about 1554 Big Oaks Court? 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.


