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$1,152,000
Property Description
Nestled in the sought-after Whispering Oaks subdivision of Lake Forest, this spacious five-bedroom, 3.1-bath home offers a wonderful opportunity to create your dream residence. A traditional center-entry floor plan welcomes you with a sun-filled living room to the left, featuring eastern and southern exposures, and a formal dining room to the right overlooking the expansive front yard. The living room flows seamlessly into the inviting family room, complete with a fireplace and attractive wood detailing. Sliding doors lead to the backyard patio, creating an ideal setting for indoor-outdoor living and entertaining. The adjacent kitchen features a breakfast area, dedicated workspace, and abundant potential for customization into a chef's dream kitchen. Convenience abounds with a first-floor laundry/mudroom offering direct access from both the backyard and attached garage-perfect for busy households. Upstairs, you'll find five generously sized bedrooms, including a primary suite with a private bath, along with an additional full hall bath. The large unfinished basement, already equipped with a full bath, provides exceptional potential for expanded living space, recreation, fitness, or guest accommodations. Ideally located near an elementary school with a playground and just minutes from downtown Lake Forest's shops, restaurants, and amenities, this home combines space, location, and opportunity in one exceptional package.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 940 Grandview Ln
General
- Sold For: $1,152,000
- Taxes: $18,143 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12661594
Interior
- Interior Features: Special Millwork
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Family Room
- Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Cooktop
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Basement Baths: Yes
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
Additional Information
- Equipment: Intercom, Ceiling Fan(s), Lawn Sprinkler, Radon Mitigation System, Water Heater-Gas
- Other Features: School Bus Service
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Asphalt, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Location
- Area: Lake Forest
- County: Lake
- Subdivision: Whispering Oaks
- Driving Directions: South on Beverly Ln from Westleigh Rd., West on Linden Ave. to Grandview Ln. Right, North, on Grandview 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: Traditional
- Construction: Brick, Wood Siding
- Exterior Const.: Brick, Wood Siding
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
- Roof: Asphalt
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 3,216
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1965
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.5613
- Lot Size Range: .50 to .99 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 24450
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1965
- Tax Amount: $18,143.38
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 16092020220000
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Schools
Schools serving 940 Grandview Ln
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 | 0.3 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 | 2.9 mi |
Disclaimer:
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940 Grandview Lane, Lake Forest, IL 60045 (MLS# 12661594) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,152,000 on May 28, 2026. Want to learn more about 940 Grandview Lane? 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.