1831 Farm Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045

Closed

5 beds 2.5 baths 3,050 sqft (estimated) Built 1961 Residential MLS #MRD12552560 3 days on market

Listing courtesy of @properties Christie's International Real Estate · 847-881-0200 · MLS #MRD12552560 · Status: Closed

A rare opportunity tucked away on coveted Farm Road, this beautifully updated home sits on a generous .73-acre fully fenced lot, offering exceptional privacy and expansive outdoor space. The heart of the home is the stunning eat-in kitchen, featuring custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, premium Thermador and SubZero appliances, and upgraded lighting throughout. Open to the family room with vaulted ceiling and new sliding patio doors, the layout is ideal for both everyday living and entertaining, with seamless indoor-outdoor flow and picturesque views of the lush yard and spacious patio with new built in gas fire pit. The primary suite is highlighted by a gorgeous spa-like bathroom with a walk-in shower, bench seating, custom wood cabinetry, and high-quality fixtures. A first-floor office provides excellent flexibility and may easily function as a fifth bedroom. The finished basement adds valuable living space and includes a dedicated exercise room. Truly move-in ready, this home is ideally located with convenient access to the West Lake Forest Metra Station, along with nearby shopping and dining. The neighborhood is served by Everett Elementary School and Lake Forest High School, completing this exceptional offering in the heart of Lake Forest.

Property details

Interior

Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Cooktop, Oven, Gas Cooktop, Electric Oven
Interior features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, Built-in Features, High Ceilings, Separate Dining Room, Pantry, Quartz Counters
Flooring: Hardwood
Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace details: Gas Log, Gas Starter
Basement: Finished, Crawl Space, Full
Laundry: Main Level, Electric Dryer Hookup
Additional rooms: Bedroom 5
Total rooms: 9

Building & exterior

Style: Colonial
Age: 61-70 Years
Exterior: Aluminum Siding, Brick
Exterior features: Fire Pit
Roof: Asphalt
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Windows: Skylight(s), Bay Window(s), Insulated Windows, Window Treatments
Doors: Sliding Doors, Lever Style Door Handles, Sliding Glass Door(s)
Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
Exposure: North,South

Parking

Garage spaces: 2
Total spaces: 3
Parking details: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Owned, Garage

Lot & location

Lot dimensions: 125X268X125X265
Township: Vernon
County: Lake

Utilities

Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air
Water: Lake Michigan
Sewer: Public Sewer
Electricity: 200+ Amp Service

HOA & community

Assessment includes: None
Community features: Park, Street Lights, Street Paved

Schools

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

Taxes & terms

Annual taxes: $16,054 (2024)
Parcel number (PIN): 15122050050000
PIN: 15122050050000
Ownership: Fee Simple
Possession: Closing
Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
Listed: 1/30/2026
Sold: 2/20/2026
Sold price: $1,255,000

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