$1,500,000

461 Clover Avenue, Lake Forest, IL 60045

Active Under Contract
5 beds 3.5 baths 5,788 sqft (assessor) Built 1985 Residential MLS #MRD12615805 104 days on market
Listing courtesy of Compass · 773-466-7150 · MLS #MRD12615805 · Status: Active Under Contract
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.

Property details

Interior

Appliances
Double Oven, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood, Other, Front Controls on Range/Cooktop
Interior features
Cathedral Ceiling(s), Dry Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, In-Law Floorplan, 1st Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings, Granite Counters
Flooring
Hardwood
Fireplaces
1
Fireplace details
Gas Starter
Basement
Finished, Full
Laundry
Upper Level, In Unit, Multiple Locations, Sink
Additional rooms
Bedroom 5, Library, Foyer, Game Room, Recreation Room, Mud Room
Total rooms
12

Building & exterior

Style
Georgian
Age
41-50 Years
Exterior
Brick
Roof
Shake
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Windows
Skylight(s)
Patio & porch
Patio
Exposure
North,South,East,West

Parking

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

Lot & location

Lot dimensions
343.84X172.5
Township
Shields
County
Lake

Utilities

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

HOA & community

Assessment includes
None
Community features
Sidewalks, Street Paved

Schools

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

Taxes & terms

Annual taxes
$26,594 (2024)
Parcel number (PIN)
12321030050000
PIN
12321030050000
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
Closing
Special conditions
List Broker Must Accompany
Listed
4/22/2026

Rooms

RoomSizeLevelFlooring
Bedroom 512X10MainHardwood
Library18X15MainHardwood
Foyer14X11MainHardwood
Game Room13X21BasementSustainable
Recreation Rm37X35BasementSustainable
Mud Room8X13MainHardwood
Bedroom 212X16SecondHardwood
Bedroom 313X15SecondHardwood
Bedroom 411X13SecondHardwood
Dining Room17X14MainHardwood
Family Room25X16MainHardwood
Kitchen24X13MainHardwood
Laundry51X16BasementHardwood
Living Room24X14MainHardwood
Master Bedroom14X20SecondHardwood

What would this home cost per month?

Using this listing's actual tax bill (2024) — adjust anything.

Rates move daily — edit to today's quote. Under 20% down adds PMI automatically.

Estimated monthly payment
$0
Principal & interest
Property taxes
Insurance
PMI (under 20% down)
HOA / assessments

Estimates only — not a loan offer or quote; your rate, insurance and PMI depend on your credit and lender. Run other scenarios on the full mortgage calculator, or ask us to connect you with lenders our clients actually close with.

Similar homes nearby

$1,495,000
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 3,122 sqft
120 W Blackthorn Lane, Lake Forest, IL 60045
$1,625,000
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 3,806 sqft
130 W Blackthorn Lane, Lake Forest, IL 60045
$1,475,000
5 bd · 5.5 ba · 3,384 sqft
455 Hunter Lane, Lake Forest, IL 60045
Want to see this home?

The Dawn Simmons Team (RE/MAX Suburban) can show you any listed property and give you a straight answer on what it's really worth. Call/text Josh at (224) 628-4013.

Ask About This Home →

Listings courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. MLS GRID

Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026-08-26 02:23:03. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Properties displayed may be listed or sold by various participants in the MLS.

IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use, and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed by MLS GRID. Use of this site's search and display of listing data is subject to our Terms of Use. Some listings have been excluded from this website.

Any use or search of data on this website, other than by a consumer looking to purchase real estate, is prohibited. © 2026 MRED. See our DMCA notice.

Call now Text Josh
Text Josh