285 W Westminster Avenue, Lake Forest, IL 60045

• 7 beds |
• 8 baths |
• 8,135 sqft

Property Description

Rare offering in one of Lake Forest's most desired locations, featuring over two private acres with exceptional amenities designed for an active lifestyle. Bordering Derwen Mawr Nature Preserve, the property offers direct access to miles of scenic trails, all within walking distance to schools, downtown Lake Forest, and the beach. This three-story brick home offers over 8,000 square feet of living space, blending timeless architecture with modern comfort. Highlights include 7 bedrooms and 7.1 baths, with five en-suite bedrooms on the second floor and an expanded primary suite featuring a spa-quality marble bath. The third floor includes a spacious family room, additional bedroom, and full bath ideal for guests or a teen retreat. The dramatic great room showcases vaulted ceilings and a fireplace, while the adjacent bar opens directly to the rear terrace and pool for seamless indoor-outdoor living and entertaining. Additional updates include a raised two-story foyer with custom staircase, updated baths throughout, graceful archways enhancing the open floor plan, a new roof with copper gutters, and thoughtfully designed exterior improvements. Outdoor amenities include a heated year-round pool with diving board, tennis/sport court, children's playhouse, and expansive lawns framed by mature landscaping. A spacious four-car attached garage is complemented by a three-room apartment above, ideal for guests, extended family, or live-in help. An exceptional opportunity to enjoy refined North Shore living in a truly remarkable setting.

Listing Status:

Active

Data Last Updated:

May 20, 2026 at 9:18PM

Listing Office:

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago : 224-250-7630

Listing Agent:

Juli Hallas : 224-250-7630

MLS ID:

12404241

Interior

• General: Vaulted Ceiling(s)Cathedral Ceiling(s)Wet BarIn-Law Floorplan1st Floor Full BathBuilt-in FeaturesWalk-In Closet(s)BookcasesHigh CeilingsBeamed CeilingsOpen FloorplanSpecial MillworkCocktail LoungeGranite CountersHealth FacilitiesSeparate Dining RoomPanelingPantryWorkshop
• Rooms: KitchenBedroom 5Bedroom 6Bedroom 7FoyerGreat RoomOfficeRecreation Room
• Master Bath: WhirlpoolSeparate ShowerDouble SinkFull Body Spray ShowerDouble ShowerSoaking Tub
• Appliances: RangeMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorHigh End RefrigeratorFreezerDisposalStainless Steel Appliance(s)Wine RefrigeratorCooktopOvenRange HoodGas CooktopGas OvenElectric OvenHumidifier
• Dining: SeparateKitchen/Dining Combo
• Laundry: Upper LevelGas Dryer HookupElectric Dryer HookupIn UnitLaundry ClosetMultiple LocationsSink
• Basement: FinishedCrawl SpaceEgress WindowConcreteRec/Family AreaStorage SpaceFull
• Flooring: HardwoodCarpet
• A/C: Central Air
• Heating: Natural GasForced AirZonedRadiant Floor
• Fireplace: Gas LogGas StarterFireplaces: 4
• Disability Feature: None

Exterior

• General: Lighting
• Style: English
• Other Structures: Tennis Court(s)Storage
• Parking: AsphaltBrick DrivewayGarage Door OpenerHeated GarageGarageYesGarage OwnedAttachedEnclosedAdditional ParkingStorageOwnedParking spaces: 8

Construction

• Roofing: Shake
• Windows: ScreensSkylight(s)Window TreatmentsDrapesBlindsDouble Pane WindowsInsulated WindowsWood FramesSome Wood Windows
• General: 3 Stories

Location

• HOA Amenities: ParkPoolTennis Court(s)LakeCurbsStreet PavedNot Applicable
• Originating MLS: mred
• School District: 67
• County: Lake

Lot

• Zoning: 12322010330000

Utilities

• Utilities: Circuit Breakers200+ Amp Service
• Water: Public
• Sewer: Public Sewer

Financial

• Source: mred
• Ownership: Fee Simple