461 Clover Avenue, Lake Forest, IL 60045 - MLS 12615805

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Set on a lush 1.4-acre parcel adjacent to Deerpath Golf Course, this classic brick Georgian in East Lake Forest offers exceptional privacy, timeless architecture, and extensive modern updates. With nearly 5,800 square feet of finished living space (including the basement), the home has been thoughtfully renovated to feel current and move-in ready. The main level balances formal and casual living, featuring elegant living and dining rooms, a generous family room anchored by gas fireplace, and expansive Andersen 400-series patio doors that connect seamlessly to the outdoors. Great circular flow on the first floor. A light-filled private office with built-ins, French doors, and skylights provides a perfect work-from-home retreat. A first-floor bedroom with a full bath offers ideal flexibility for guests, an au pair, or multigenerational living. Upstairs, the second level includes four spacious bedrooms, three with walk-in closets, along with two updated bathrooms and a LG washer and dryer, one of two laundry areas in the home. The primary suite is a true sanctuary, featuring a spa-inspired bath with soaking tub, oversized shower, refined hardware, and abundant closet space including dual additional closets. The fully finished lower level expands the living area with a large recreation room, bar area, and game area (pool table included), all finished with engineered flooring. A second laundry area and the opportunity to add another bedroom and bathroom make this space exceptionally versatile. A separate storage area was recently added. At the heart of the home is a chef's eat-in kitchen, designed by Studio 41 and outfitted with premium Omega cherry cabinetry, granite counters, solid granite sink, and top-tier appliances including a Viking range with high-capacity hood, new Sub Zero fridge, new Maytag dishwasher, and dual-temperature wine cooler. Oversized patio doors open to a new concrete patio surrounded by professionally landscaped gardens and vibrant flower beds. Recent improvements are extensive and include refinished hardwood floors in a modern smokey gray tone, updated millwork and French doors, new solid-core interior doors and hardware, upgraded lighting throughout including a foyer chandelier, new baseboards, new stair runner, rebuilt code-compliant egress window, updated stair spindles, refreshed landscaping with underground sprinklers, and epoxy-coated three-car attached garage. Two expansive side yards-each approximately half an acre-offer exceptional potential for a pool, pool house, or separate in-law residence. Major mechanical updates include new furnaces (2024), new sump pumps (2022), new electrical panel (2023), and more. Located minutes from downtown Lake Forest, the lakefront, library, dining, shopping, and top-rated schools, this home delivers privacy, space, and convenience.

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property details

Type

Single Family

Status

Active

County

Lake

Year Built

1985

Sq. Ft.

3,688

Lot Size

59,342 Sq. Ft., 1.4 acres

Listing Id

12615805

Courtesy Of

Lauren Mitrick Wood - Compass +1 773 466 7150

List Office Phone

+1 773 466 7150

Interior Features

Interior Amenities

Entrance Foyer
Cathedral Ceiling(s)
Dry Bar
In-Law Floorplan
Walk-In Closet(s)
High Ceilings
Granite Counters

Appliances

Double Oven
Dishwasher
Washer
Dryer
Disposal
Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Wine Refrigerator
Range Hood
Other

Fireplace

Family Room
Gas Starter

Fireplaces Total

Flooring

Hardwood

Living Area Units

Sq. Ft.

Rooms Total

Beds

Full Baths

Half Baths

Bathrooms Total

Exterior Features

Roof

Shake

Parking

Asphalt
Garage Door Opener
Attached Garage
Garage

Foundation

Concrete Perimeter

Parking Spaces

Utility & Building Info

Below Grade Finished Area

2100 Sq. Ft.

Sewer

Public Sewer

Parcel Number

12321030050000

Cooling

Central Air

Water Source

Public Water

Heating

Gas Heat
Forced Air
Zone

Tax Amount

26594

Building Area Total

3,688 Sq. Ft.

Price Per Sq Ft

$407

Architectural Style

Other

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Price History

date	event	price	source
06/11/2026 06/11/2026	Active	$1,500,000	MRED- Midwest Real Estate Data MLS
06/01/2026 06/01/2026	Active	$1,550,000	MRED- Midwest Real Estate Data MLS
04/10/2026 04/10/2026	Active	$1,575,000	MRED- Midwest Real Estate Data MLS

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