$2,799,000
$49K PRICE INCREASE

1161 Gavin Ct Lake Forest, IL 60045

Estimated payment $17,890/month

Total Views 15,378
5 Beds
8 Baths
10,342 Sq Ft
$271 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Second Kitchen
  • Home fronts a pond
  • Mature Trees
  • Everett Elementary School Rated A
  • 1.85 Acre Lot
  • Community Lake

About This Home

Stunning Lake Forest Estate - Over 10,000 Sq Ft on 1.85 Private Acres This listing includes a mockup image showcasing the vision for the property after renovations. Remodeling is already underway. Set on a serene 1.85-acre lot backing to a tranquil pond, this extraordinary estate offers over 10,000 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, ideal for comfort, functionality, and multi-generational living. The home features 7 bedrooms, 5 full bathrooms, 3 half bathrooms, and a fully finished basement. A standout feature is the private in-law suite, complete with its own entrance, full kitchen, master bedroom suite, office, dining room, family room, and private patio-perfect for extended family or long-term guests. The main residence offers a gourmet kitchen, open-concept layout, cathedral ceilings, rich hardwood floors, and a spacious second-floor laundry room. The finished basement includes two additional bedrooms, a full bath, and a dedicated exercise room. Additional features include a 4-car garage and beautifully landscaped grounds that provide privacy, scenic views, and generous space for outdoor entertaining. Located within the highly-rated Lake Forest School District 67 and Lake Forest High School District 115, this property is served by Cherokee Elementary School, Deer Path Middle School, and Lake Forest High School. This is a rare opportunity to own a one-of-a-kind estate that seamlessly blends elegance, practicality, and expansive living in one of Lake Forest's most sought-after locations.

Listing Agent

Zoran Milovanovic

Keller Williams Realty Ptnr,LL License #475209326 Listed on: 06/28/2025

Keller Williams Realty Ptnr,LL

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $32,018

Year Built

  • Built in 1998

Lot Details

  • 1.85 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 139.78x388.07x249.3x491.77
  • Home fronts a pond
  • Fenced
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Mature Trees

Parking

  • 4 Car Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Shake Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 10,342 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Window Screens
  • Mud Room
  • Great Room
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Utility Room with Study Area
  • Laundry Room
  • Home Gym
  • Second Kitchen
  • Wood Flooring

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Potential Bedrooms

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Schools

  • Everett Elementary School
  • Deer Path Middle School
  • Lake Forest High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Lake Michigan Water

Community Details

  • Community Lake

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$32,018

Year Built

Built in 1998

Lot Details

0

Parking

4

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 1998
  • Age: 26-30 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement: Finished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Half Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 8
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • LivingArea: 10342
  • Room Type: Kitchen, Study, Other Room, Sun Room, Great Room, Exercise Room, Mud Room, Bedroom 5
  • Window Features: Screens
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Assessed Sq Ft: 10342
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick, Synthetic Stucco
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • List Price: 2799000
  • Lot Features: Mature Trees
  • Patio And Porch Features: Screened, Patio
  • Roof: Shake
  • Waterfront Features: Pond
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 4
  • Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached
  • ParkingTotal: 4

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer, Storm Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Lake, Curbs, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Everett Elementary School
  • High School: Lake Forest High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Deer Path Middle School
  • Middle/Junior School District: 67

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.85
  • Lot Dimensions: 139.78X388.07X249.3X491.77
  • Lot Size: 1.0-1.99 Acres
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 10

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 32018
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: None

Map

Range of Values:

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Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $32,018 $533,115 $171,822 $361,293
2023 $29,423 $511,626 $164,896 $346,730
2022 $29,423 $489,942 $194,443 $295,499
2021 $27,833 $472,370 $187,469 $284,901
2020 $27,110 $473,365 $187,864 $285,501
2019 $26,219 $472,561 $187,545 $285,016
2018 $24,509 $469,066 $198,784 $270,282
2017 $24,280 $467,570 $198,150 $269,420
2016 $23,552 $449,889 $190,657 $259,232
2015 $23,209 $531,442 $179,138 $352,304
2014 $27,018 $504,017 $180,419 $323,598
2012 $26,086 $499,570 $178,827 $320,743
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/20/2025 07/20/25 Price Changed $2,799,000 +1.8% $271 / Sq Ft
06/28/2025 06/28/25 For Sale $2,750,000 +86.4% $266 / Sq Ft
06/27/2025 06/27/25 Sold $1,475,000 -1.7% $143 / Sq Ft
05/28/2025 05/28/25 Pending -- -- --
05/27/2025 05/27/25 For Sale $1,500,000 0.0% $145 / Sq Ft
03/10/2022 03/10/22 Rented $7,000 -11.4% --
02/16/2022 02/16/22 For Rent $7,900 0.0% --
05/29/2017 05/29/17 Rented $7,900 0.0% --
10/26/2016 10/26/16 Price Changed $7,900 +1.3% $1 / Sq Ft
09/20/2016 09/20/16 Price Changed $7,800 -1.3% $1 / Sq Ft
06/20/2016 06/20/16 Price Changed $7,900 -7.1% $1 / Sq Ft
03/17/2016 03/17/16 Price Changed $8,500 -10.5% $1 / Sq Ft
01/22/2016 01/22/16 For Rent $9,500 -- --
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $1,475,000 Chicago Title
Sheriffs Deed -- None Listed On Document
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Trustee Deed $1,268,250 Stewart Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $11,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $968,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $950,000 Balloon
Previous Owner $500,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $1,074,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $400,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $1,000,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $100,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $200,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $214,575 Unknown
Previous Owner $650,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $100,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $650,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $50,000 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $700,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $700,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $700,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

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Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12406224

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 16-06-402-011