$1,199,000

1161 Winwood Drive, Lake Forest, IL 60045

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4 beds 4.5 baths 4,967 sqft (assessor) Built 1955 Residential MLS #MRD12755544 1 days on market

Listing courtesy of Compass · 847-379-5898 · MLS #MRD12755544 · Status: Active

Situated on 1.38 lush acres just steps from the Middlefork Savanna Forest Preserve and Elawa Farm, this sprawling ranch is a true haven for nature and recreation lovers. From the private courtyard, accessible from many rooms, to the serene indoor pool, this home is a delight in all seasons! The flexible one-story floor plan is open and bright and features cathedral and wood-beamed ceilings, 3 fireplaces, hardwood floors and skylights. Enjoy the generous room sizes and a fabulous flow for living and entertaining with large sun filled windows with picture perfect views of the outdoors. The spacious eat-in kitchen, with center island flows into the adjacent sunroom; Living room, Dining room and Family room, all with separate fireplaces! Tucked away from the living area for quiet and privacy are 4 gracious bedrooms and 3 full baths, including the Primary suite, in it's own wing, with an abundance of closets and a spa-like bath with double vanities, separate shower and soaking tub. Extra storage and living space in the basement that includes a rec room and space for an office and workout area, or craft room. Enjoy the private deck from the large, fenced backyard, surrounded by mature trees.

Property details

Interior

Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop
Interior features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Wet Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Beamed Ceilings
Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
Fireplaces: 3
Fireplace details: Wood Burning, Gas Starter
Basement: Partially Finished, Partial
Laundry: Main Level, Sink
Additional rooms: Foyer, Heated Sun Room, Other Room, Game Room, Breakfast Room, Storage, Recreation Room
Total rooms: 12

Building & exterior

Style: Ranch
Age: 71-80 Years
Exterior: Cedar
Roof: Asphalt
Windows: Skylight(s)
Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
Other structures: Workshop

Parking

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

Lot & location

Lot dimensions: 60113
Lot description: Landscaped, Mature Trees
Township: Shields
County: Lake

Utilities

Heating: Natural Gas, Electric, Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air
Water: Public
Sewer: Septic Tank
Electricity: 200+ Amp Service
Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Multiple Water Heaters

HOA & community

Assessment includes: None
Community features: Park, 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: $19,040 (2025)
Parcel number (PIN): 12304010020000
PIN: 12304010020000
Ownership: Fee Simple
Possession: Closing
Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
Listed: 9/10/2026

Rooms

Room	Size	Level	Flooring
Foyer	12X05	Main	Terracotta
Heated Sun Room	28X10	Main	Terracotta
Other Room	40X30	Main	Tile
Game Room	23X22	Main	Hardwood
Breakfast Room	20X09	Main	Terracotta
Storage	16X06	Main
Recreation Room	20X18	Basement	Carpet
Bedroom 2	16X13	Main	Hardwood
Bedroom 3	14X13	Main	Hardwood
Bedroom 4	13X12	Main	Hardwood
Dining Room	25X16	Main	Hardwood
Family Room	22X15	Main	Hardwood
Kitchen	20X16	Main	Terracotta
Laundry	09X08	Main	Tile
Living Room	29X22	Main	Bamboo
Master Bedroom	18X17	Main	Hardwood

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Recently sold nearby

Address	Beds / Baths	Sold	Price
1091 Olmsted Drive	5 bd / 5.5 ba	Jan 2026	$2,175,000
1150 W Keswick Lane	5 bd / 6.5 ba	Aug 2026	$3,168,750
950 Gage Lane	4 bd / 6.5 ba	Jun 2026	$2,225,000
920 Gage Lane	4 bd / 4.5 ba	Jun 2026	$2,000,000

Sold data courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS GRID; properties may be listed or sold by various participants in the MLS.

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