Seller's Agent in 2025
Anne Jacobs
Baird Warner
(224) 436-0983
9 in this area
113 Total Sales
1310 Gavin Ct Lake Forest, IL 60045
4
Beds
5.5
Baths
5,800
Sq Ft
1.38
Acres
Highlights
- Home Theater
- Home fronts a pond
- Open Floorplan
- Everett Elementary School Rated A
- 1.38 Acre Lot
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
About This Home
As of August 2025Welcome to this spectacular French Country home where you can have it all! Beautifully designed to provide stunning views of your 1.4 acre property from most every room, you will enjoy the lush landscape, serene pond, patio and stone walkways whether you are inside or out. The open foyer will provide you with an immediate appreciation for exquisite millwork, soaring ceilings, beautiful hardwood floors, and custom finishes. Generous room sizes throughout the first and second floor with an outstanding finished walkout lower level offers total living space in excess of 8,200 sq ft. Expansive windows are found in the dramatic two-story living room with loft library and fireplace. The elegant dining room opens to a generous butler's pantry and well-designed chef's kitchen. This is truly the heart of the home with stainless appliances, enormous island and separate vaulted eating area, all adjacent to a beautiful 2-story family room with limestone fireplace and wall of windows. Sellers have added windows to the adjacent 26' x 12' porch to provide add'l living space that has become one of their favorite rooms. The first floor is truly complete with a primary bedroom suite that includes a fireplace, fabulous walk-in closet and large bath with private access to the lower level exercise room. The second floor provides three more en-suite bedrooms plus a bonus room to accommodate the largest of reunions! Lower level with direct access to the outdoors includes lots of windows, another fireplace (that makes 4!), wine cellar, wet bar, media room, office or 5th bedroom, full bath and recreation room. Yes, there is a 3-car garage, and your low-maintenance exterior boasts finishes in brick, cement stucco, and a 2020 installed roof of Brava synthetic shake tiles. We look forward to welcoming you to this special home.
Last Buyer's Agent
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475173971
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $25,657
Year Built
- Built in 1996
Lot Details
- 1.38 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 220 x 272
- Home fronts a pond
- Cul-De-Sac
- Sprinkler System
Parking
- 3 Car Garage
- Driveway
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Tile Roof
- Stone Siding
- Radon Mitigation System
Interior Spaces
- 5,800 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Central Vacuum
- Built-In Features
- Bookcases
- Historic or Period Millwork
- Beamed Ceilings
- Ceiling Fan
- Skylights
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Insulated Windows
- Drapes & Rods
- Bay Window
- Display Windows
- Garden Windows
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 4 Fireplaces
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Theater
- Home Office
- Recreation Room
- Loft
- Bonus Room
- Game Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Home Gym
- Wood Flooring
- Unfinished Attic
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Gas Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Range Hood
- Microwave
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Wine Refrigerator
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Granite Countertops
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Bathroom on Main Level
- Dual Sinks
- Whirlpool Bathtub
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry in multiple locations
- Dryer
- Washer
- Sink Near Laundry
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Sump Pump
- Fireplace in Basement
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Home Security
- Home Security System
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Schools
- Everett Elementary School
- Deer Path Middle School
- Lake Forest High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
- Electric Air Filter
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 200+ Amp Service
Additional Features
- Air Purifier
- Patio
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 24, 2024
Sold by
Schmit Scott Joseph and Schmit Sarah Lynn
Bought by
Scott Schmit Revocable Living Trust and Schmit
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 13, 2018
Closed on
Dec 3, 2018
Sold by
Dakis Laura M
Bought by
Schmit Scott Joseph and Schmit Sarah Lynn
Seller's Agent
Elizabeth Wieneke
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Sue Carey
Baird & Warner
List Price
$1,375,000
Sold Price
$1,125,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$250,000
-18.18%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.81%
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Interest Rate
4.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Deed | $1,125,000 | Chicago Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $500,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $1,252,000 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
| Previous Owner | $1,043,300 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/21/2025 08/21/25 | Sold | $2,056,000 | +8.8% | $354 / Sq Ft |
| 06/20/2025 06/20/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/19/2025 06/19/25 | For Sale | $1,890,000 | +68.0% | $326 / Sq Ft |
| 12/05/2018 12/05/18 | Sold | $1,125,000 | -6.2% | $194 / Sq Ft |
| 10/30/2018 10/30/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/16/2018 10/16/18 | Price Changed | $1,199,500 | -7.7% | $207 / Sq Ft |
| 05/07/2018 05/07/18 | Price Changed | $1,299,500 | -3.7% | $224 / Sq Ft |
| 04/23/2018 04/23/18 | Price Changed | $1,349,000 | -1.9% | $233 / Sq Ft |
| 03/23/2018 03/23/18 | For Sale | $1,375,000 | 0.0% | $237 / Sq Ft |
| 03/21/2018 03/21/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/13/2018 02/13/18 | For Sale | $1,375,000 | -- | $237 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $25,904 | $431,322 | $160,212 | $271,110 |
| 2023 | $25,357 | $413,936 | $153,754 | $260,182 |
| 2022 | $25,357 | $422,261 | $181,306 | $240,955 |
| 2021 | $23,986 | $407,116 | $174,803 | $232,313 |
| 2020 | $23,363 | $407,973 | $175,171 | $232,802 |
| 2019 | $22,593 | $407,281 | $174,874 | $232,407 |
| 2018 | $26,385 | $505,185 | $185,352 | $319,833 |
| 2017 | $26,331 | $503,574 | $184,761 | $318,813 |
| 2016 | $27,084 | $531,692 | $177,774 | $353,918 |
| 2015 | $27,429 | $499,570 | $167,034 | $332,536 |
| 2014 | $28,127 | $518,394 | $168,229 | $350,165 |
| 2012 | $27,143 | $513,821 | $166,745 | $347,076 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Anne Jacobs
-
Sue Carey
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Sue Carey
Baird Warner
(847) 367-1855
5 in this area
23 Total Sales
-
Cathy Deutsch
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Cathy Deutsch
@ Properties
(773) 852-3221
2 in this area
64 Total Sales
-
Elizabeth Wieneke
Seller's Agent in 2018
Elizabeth Wieneke
Compass
(847) 732-4039
72 in this area
107 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12390988
APN: 16-06-401-011
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