Properties

Features
: Forced Air , Zoned , Natural Gas
: Central Air
: Full , Finished
: Wood , Fenced
: Gas Starter
: Patio
: Asphalt , Garage Door Opener , Garage Owned , Attached , Garage , Yes
1
: Hardwood
: Granite Counters , Walk-In Closet(s) , Cathedral Ceiling(s) , High Ceilings , In-Law Floorplan , 1st Floor Full Bath , Dry Bar , 1st Floor Bedroom
: In Unit , Sink , Multiple Locations , Upper Level
: Public Sewer
: Skylight(s)
: Georgian
Appliances
: Washer , Dryer , Dishwasher , Double Oven , Disposal , Stainless Steel Appliance(s) , High End Refrigerator , Wine Refrigerator , Range Hood , Front Controls on Range/Cooktop , Other
Address Map
US
IL
Lake
Lake Forest
60045
Clover
461
Avenue
W88° 8' 26.8''
N42° 14' 53.6''
Deerpath west of Green Bay to Clover, north to house OR Hwy 41 to deerpath, east to Clover North to house
Lake Forest
Lake Forest
Neighborhood
Sheridan Elementary School
Sheridan Elementary School
67
Lake Forest High School
115
67
Deer Path Middle School
Additional Information
: Street Paved , Sidewalks
: Brick
200+ Amp Service
200+ Amp Service
: Concrete Perimeter
3
343.84X172.5
1550000
: Public , Lake Michigan
Compass
Lauren Mitrick Wood
Financial
Not Applicable
: None
26594
Listing Information
Charlie Wood
87121
Compass
158736
87121
MRED
: List Broker Must Accompany
Listing Information
841060
87121
Compass
Contingent
2026-08-03T15:36:03Z
2026-08-03T15:35:48Z
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.

Residential For Sale

461 Clover Avenue, Lake Forest, Illinois 60045

  • Bedrooms : 5
  • Bathrooms : 4
  • Square Footage: 5,788 Sqft
$1,500,000
Listing ID#12615805
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Basic Details
Property Type : Residential
Listing Type : For Sale
Listing ID : 12615805
Price : $1,500,000
Bedrooms : 5
Rooms : 12
Bathrooms : 4
Half Bathrooms : 1
Square Footage : 5,788 Sqft
Year Built : 1985
Lot Size : 1.36 Acre
Full Bathrooms : 3
Listing Status : Active Under Contract
Roof
Roof : Shake
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