Lake Forest, IL 60045 285 W Westminster Avenue
$4,300,000
49 more
Presented By: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Beds • 7
Full/Half Baths • 7 / 1
SQFT • 8,135
Garage • 4
Home Details
Designed for today's active family, this private 2-acre estate combines recreation, relaxation, and refined style. The extensively renovated 8,135 sq. ft. brick residence borders Lake Forest Open Lands' Derwen Mawr Preserve, offering direct access to scenic trails and a short walk to downtown and the beach. Featuring 7 bedrooms, 7.1 baths, a luxurious primary suite with spa-quality marble bath, five en-suite bedrooms, a versatile third-floor guest or teen retreat, and a finished basement with wet bar and recreation space. The resort-style grounds include a heated year-round pool, tennis/sport court, expansive lawns, and a three-room apartment above the attached four-car garage. A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience luxury. privacy, and convenience in one of the area's most desirable locations.
Presented By: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Interior Features for 285 W Westminster Avenue
Bedrooms
Bedrooms Possible7
Total Bedrooms7
Bathrooms
BathroomWhirlpool, Separate Shower, Double Sink, Full Body Spray Shower, Double Shower, Soaking Tub
Half Baths1
Total Baths8
Other Interior Features
LivingAreaSourceAppraiser
BasementFinished, Crawl Space, Egress Window, Concrete, Rec/Family Area, Storage Space, Full
Below Grade Finished Area2055
Fireplace FeaturesGas Log, Gas Starter
FlooringHardwood, Carpet
Interior AmenitiesVaulted Ceiling(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Wet Bar, In-Law Floorplan, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, High Ceilings, Beamed Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Special Millwork, Cockta
Laundry FeaturesUpper Level, Gas Dryer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Laundry Closet, Multiple Locations, Sink
Total Fireplaces4
Other Rooms
Room TypeKitchen, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Bedroom 7, Foyer, Great Room, Office, Recreation Room
General for 285 W Westminster Avenue
AppliancesRange, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Freezer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Cooktop, Oven, Range Hood, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Electric Oven, Humidifier
Architectural StyleEnglish
Assoc Fee Paid PerNot Applicable
Association Fee IncludesNone
CityLake Forest
Community FeaturesPark, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Lake, Curbs, Street Paved
Construction MaterialsBrick
CoolingCentral Air
CountyLake
DirectionsGreen bay road east to W. Westminster Rd, continue past Golf Lane, property is on the north side adjacent to Open Lands
ElectricCircuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Elementary SchoolSheridan Elementary School
Elementary School District67
Full Baths7
Garage Spaces4
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned, Radiant Floor
High SchoolLake Forest High School
High School District115
Living Area8135
MLS AreaLake Forest
Middle/Junior High SchoolDeer Path Middle School
Middle/Junior School District67
ModificationTimestamp2025-10-12T22:49:01.566Z
New ConstructionNo
Other StructuresTennis Court(s), Storage
OwnershipFee Simple
PossessionClosing
Property TypeResidential
Property TypeDetached Single
RoofShake
SewerPublic Sewer
Standard StatusActive
StatusActive
Tax Annual Amount62319
Tax Year2023
Total Rooms15
TownshipShields
Virtual TourClick here
Year Built1982
Exterior for 285 W Westminster Avenue
Exterior AmenitiesLighting
Lot Dimensions210x490.13x150.27x486.48
Lot FeaturesCorner Lot, Cul-De-Sac, Forest Preserve Adjacent, Nature Preserve Adjacent, Landscaped, Wooded, Mature Trees, Backs to Trees/Woods, Garden
Lot Size Acres2.02
Other EquipmentTV-Cable, Security System, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn, Generator, Multiple Water Heaters
Parking FeaturesAsphalt, Brick Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Enclosed, Additional Parking, Storage, Owned
Total Parking8
Water SourcePublic
Waterfront Y/NNo
Additional Details
Price History
Schools
Middle School
Deer Path Middle School
High School
Lake Forest High School
Elementary School
Sheridan Elementary School
