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461 Clover Avenue

Lake Forest, IL 60045
  • $1,625,000
  • STATUS: Active
  • MLS #: 12561073
UPDATED: 27 min ago
$1,625,000
  • 5
    BEDS
  • 1.36
    ACRES
  • 3
    BATHS
  • 1
    1/2 BATHS
  • 5,788
    SQFT
  • $281
    $/SQFT
Neighborhood:
Type:
Single-Family Home
Built:
1985
County:
Area:

School Information

Elementary School:
Middle School:
School District:
67

Description

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. Ideal closing in early to mid April with a possession into early/mid June.

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461 Clover Avenue Lake Forest, IL 60045

  • Price: $1,625,000
  • Status: Active
  • On Site: Days
  • Updated: 27 min ago
  • MLS #: 12561073
5
Beds
3
Baths
1
½ Baths
1.36
Acres
5,788
SQFT
$281
$/SQFT
1985
Built
Neighborhood:
Lake
County:
Lake
Area:
Lake
Elementary School:
Sheridan Elementary School
Middle School:
Deer Path Middle School
High School:
Lake Forest High School
School District:
67
Property Description
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. Ideal closing in early to mid April with a possession into early/mid June.
Exterior Features

Architectural Style Georgian Foundation Details Concrete Perimeter Is Parking Included In Price Yes Lot Size 1.0-1.99 Acres Parking Features AsphaltGarage Door OpenerYesGarage OwnedAttachedGarage Parking Total 3 Roof Shake Types 2 Stories Waterfront YN No

Interior Features

Appliances Double OvenDishwasherHigh End RefrigeratorWasherDryerDisposalStainless Steel Appliance(s)Wine RefrigeratorRange HoodOtherFront Controls on Range/Cooktop Approximate Finished Sq Ft 5788 Basement Bathrooms YN No Basement Details FinishedFull Basement Sqft 2100 Bathroom Separate ShowerDouble SinkSoaking Tub Bedrooms Below Grade 0 Bedrooms Total 5 Below Grade Finished Area 2100 Cooling Central Air Dining Room Separate Fireplace Features Gas Starter Fireplace Location Family Room Fireplaces Total 1 Flooring Hardwood Heating Natural GasForced AirZoned Interior Features Cathedral Ceiling(s)Dry Bar1st Floor BedroomIn-Law Floorplan1st Floor Full BathWalk-In Closet(s)High CeilingsGranite Counters Laundry Features Upper LevelIn UnitMultiple LocationsSink Room Type Bedroom 5LibraryFoyerGame RoomRecreation RoomMud Room Rooms Bedroom 5 (Main) Library (Main) Foyer (Main) Game Room (Basement) Recreation Rm (Basement) Mud Room (Main) (N/A) (N/A) (N/A) (N/A) Bedroom 2 (Second) Bedroom 3 (Second) Bedroom 4 (Second) Dining Room (Main) Family Room (Main) Kitchen (Main) Laundry (Basement) Living Room (Main) Master Bedroom (Second) Rooms Total 12 Total Sq Ft 3688 Unfinished Sqft 5788 Upper Square Feet 3688

Property Features

Additional Parcels YN No Age 41-50 Years Association Fee 0 Association Fee Frequency Not Applicable Association Fee Includes None Built Before1978 YN No Community Features SidewalksStreet Paved Corporate Limits Lake Forest Currently Leased No Disability Access And Or Equipped No Electric 200+ Amp Service General Information School Bus Service Master Association Fee Frequency Not Required Master Association Fee YN No Mls Actual Status Active New Construction YN No Ownership Fee Simple Rebuilt YN No Rehab Year 2022 Rural No Sewer Public Sewer Special Listing Conditions List Broker Must Accompany Tax Annual Amount 26594 Tax Year 2024 Township Shields Type Detached Single Water Source Lake MichiganPublic

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Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026-03-08T23:02:57.43 UTC. 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.

Some properties which appear for sale on this website may subsequently have sold and may no longer be available. NOTICE: Many homes contain recording devices, and buyers should be aware they may be recorded during a showing.

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