$1,220,000 SOLD May 2026
Listed at $1,199,000

1045 OAK GROVE Lane, Lake Forest, IL 60045

Closed
5 beds 3.5 baths 3,702 sqft (assessor) Built 1963 Residential MLS #MRD12600177 4 days on market
Listing courtesy of @properties Christie's International Real Estate · 847-295-0700 · MLS #MRD12600177 · Status: Closed
Set on over an acre with a graceful circular driveway, this beautifully updated residence blends timeless elegance with modern livability. Sun-filled interiors showcase hardwood floors, custom moldings, and refined architectural details throughout. The welcoming foyer opens to an inviting living room with fireplace and an elegant dining room, creating wonderful spaces for everyday living and entertaining. The remodeled family room features built-in cabinetry, a fireplace, and sliding doors that open to the patio for seamless indoor-outdoor living. The kitchen is appointed with high-end stainless steel appliances and designed for both casual meals and inspired cooking. The home lives beautifully like a ranch with a first-floor primary suite and two additional bedrooms. Two more bedrooms upstairs bring the total to five, offering flexible space for family, guests, or a home office. A finished basement with a spacious recreation room provides additional room to relax or entertain. Meticulously maintained and move-in ready, all in a convenient location near town, shopping, and restaurants.

Property details

Interior

Appliances
Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
Fireplaces
2
Fireplace details
Gas Log
Basement
Unfinished, Full
Additional rooms
Bedroom 5, Walk In Closet
Total rooms
9

Building & exterior

Age
61-70 Years
Exterior
Brick
Roof
Asphalt
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter

Parking

Garage spaces
2
Total spaces
2
Parking details
Asphalt, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage

Lot & location

Lot dimensions
180 X 285
Township
Shields
County
Lake

Utilities

Heating
Natural Gas, Forced Air, Radiant, Zoned
Cooling
Central Air, Zoned
Water
Lake Michigan
Sewer
Storm Sewer

HOA & community

Assessment
$350 / annually
Assessment includes
Snow Removal, Other

Schools

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

Taxes & terms

Annual taxes
$14,995 (2023)
Parcel number (PIN)
12312040050000
PIN
12312040050000
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
Closing
Special conditions
None
Listed
3/24/2026
Sold
5/19/2026
Sold price
$1,220,000
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