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Full Property Details for 285 W Westminster Ave
General
- Price: $3,900,000
- Taxes: $62,319 (2023)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12404241
- Updated: 3/31/2026
- Added to Site: 211 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Park, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Lake, Curbs, Street Paved
Interior
- Basement: Finished, C
- Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Wet Bar, In-Law Floorplan, 1st-Floor Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, High Ceilings, Beamed Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Special Millwork, Cocktail Lounge, Granite Counters, Health Facilities, Separate Dining Room, Paneling, Pantry, Workshop
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace(s): Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Other, Bedroom, Den/Library, Great Room, Kitchen, Gas Log, Gas Starter
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High-End Refrigerator, Freezer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Cooktop, Oven, Range Hood, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Electric Oven, Humidifier
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 8
- Full Bathrooms: 7
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom Features: Whirlpool, Separate Shower, Double Sink, Full Body Spray Shower, Double Shower, Soaking Tub
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 7
Additional Information
- Equipment: Cable TV, Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Lawn Sprinkler, Generator, Multiple Water Heaters
- Other Features: Commuter Bus, Commuter Train, Interstate Access
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Lighting
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 4
- Total Spaces: 8
- Parking Features: Asphalt, Brick Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Enclosed, Additional Parking, Storage, Owned
Location
- Area: Lake Forest
- County: Lake
- Township: Shields
- Driving Directions: Green bay road east to W. Westminster Rd, continue past Golf Lane, property is on the north side adjacent to Open Lands
School Information
- School District: 67
- Elem School District: 67
- Midd School District: 67
- High School District: 115
- Elementary School: Sheridan 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, Zoned, Radiant Floor
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: English
- Architectural Style: English
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Crawl Space, Egress Window, Concrete, Rec/Family Area, Storage Space, Full
- Roof: Shake
- Windows: Screens, Skylight(s), Window Treatments, Drapes, Blinds, Double Pane Windows, Insulated Windows, Wood Frames, Some Wood Windows
- Doors: French Doors, Storm Door(s), Pocket Door(s), 6 Panel Door(s)
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
- Square Feet: 8,135
- Sq. Ft. Source: Appraiser
- Year Built: 1982
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Tennis Court(s), Storage
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 2.02
- Lot Size Range: 2.0 to 2.99 Acres
- Lot Dimensions: 210 x 490.13 x 150.27 x 486.48
- Lot Features: Corner Lot, Cul-De-Sac, Forest Preserve Adjacent, Nature Preserve Adjacent, Landscaped, Wooded, Mature Trees, Backs to Trees/Woods, Garden
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1982
- Tax Amount: $62,319
- Tax Year: 2023
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Property ID: 12322010330000
Listed by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Schools serving 285 W Westminster Ave
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Deer Path Middle School East 95 West Deerpath Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 | 5-6 | 0.4 mi |
Sheridan Elementary School, Lake Forest, IL 1360 North Sheridan Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 | K-4 | 1.2 mi |
Deer Path Middle School West 155 West Deerpath Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 | 7-8 | 0.4 mi |
Lake Forest High School 1285 North McKinley Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 | 9-12 | 1.1 mi |
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285 W Westminster Avenue, Lake Forest, IL 60045 (MLS# 12404241) is a Single Family property with 7 bedrooms, 7 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 285 W Westminster Avenue is currently listed for $3,900,000 and was received on September 02, 2025. Want to learn more about 285 W Westminster 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.

