$1,000,000 SOLD Dec 2025
Listed at $1,065,000

1156 Mount Vernon Avenue, Lake Forest, IL 60045

Closed
4 beds 2.5 baths 3,574 sqft (assessor) Built 1987 Residential MLS #MRD12492241 6 days on market
Listing courtesy of Jameson Sotheby's International Realty · 312-751-0300 · MLS #MRD12492241 · Status: Closed
Quality built all brick and cedar home in the sought after Lake Forest Heights subdivision. Conveniently located in central Lake Forest with easy access to train, restaurants, shopping, parks and expressways. Some of the many special features include hardwood floors throughout the 1st floor, vaulted ceilings, bay windows, French doors and new roof. Enter through the gracious two story foyer, framed by the living room and dining room, ideal for larger gatherings. The very spacious updated kitchen with vaulted ceiling and skylights offers abundant cabinetry, top of the line stainless steel appliances, center island and eating area with slider to expansive brick patio with fire pit. A wet bar with beverage refrigerator and cabinetry provides a convenient connection between the kitchen and dining room. The kitchen opens to the family room with floor to ceiling brick fireplace and numerous windows looking out to the private backyard. An adjacent office/den with French doors is a special treat, offering an additional space to work or relax and unwind. Located off of the 1st floor laundry room is a staircase leading to a fabulous bonus room featuring hardwood floors and shiplap paneling on the walls. The possible uses for this space are endless - playroom, art studio, media room, etc! The two story open staircase leads to the 2nd level with large landing overlooking the foyer below. Here you will find the primary bedroom with cozy fireplace and cathedral ceiling. There is also the luxury of an en-suite bath and large walk-in closet. Three additional bedrooms with ample closet space and a hall bath complete this level. The finished basement includes a great space for recreation as well as an exercise room and storage area or another office space. An excellent value in a wonderful neighborhood!

Property details

Interior

Appliances
Double Oven, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal
Interior features
Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wet Bar
Flooring
Hardwood
Fireplaces
2
Fireplace details
Gas Log
Basement
Finished, Full
Laundry
Main Level, Sink
Additional rooms
Office, Bonus Room, Recreation Room, Exercise Room, Foyer
Total rooms
12

Building & exterior

Style
Colonial
Age
31-40 Years
Exterior
Brick, Cedar
Exterior features
Fire Pit
Roof
Asphalt
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Windows
Skylight(s)
Patio & porch
Patio

Parking

Garage spaces
2
Total spaces
2
Parking details
Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Attached, Garage

Lot & location

Lot dimensions
90X149
Lot description
Wooded
Township
West Deerfield
County
Lake

Utilities

Heating
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Lake Michigan
Sewer
Public Sewer, Storm Sewer
Equipment
Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Multiple Water Heaters

HOA & community

Assessment includes
None

Schools

Elementary
Cherokee Elementary School (67)
Junior high
Deer Path Middle School (67)
High school
Lake Forest High School (115)

Taxes & terms

Annual taxes
$16,076 (2024)
Parcel number (PIN)
16081050170000
PIN
16081050170000
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
Closing
Special conditions
List Broker Must Accompany
Listed
10/11/2025
Sold
12/12/2025
Sold price
$1,000,000
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