$1,220,000

beds

baths

half baths

2,948

square ft

873 Summit Avenue

Lake Forest, Illinois 60045

Closed / MLS #12396732 / Single Family / Lake Forest

Listing information updated 11/14/2025 at 11:03am

This impeccably maintained and beautifully updated classic Lake Forest residence is a must-see featuring a view from the front porch that overlooks one of the city's prized possessions, West Park. New tennis courts, vast open fields, a baseball diamond, and an ice-skating rink in the winter are all "just across the street" from this truly exceptional property. This lovely home offers a center entrance foyer with French doors opening to a formal dining room on one side and another set of French doors opening to a living room with brick fireplace and built-ins on the other. A third set of French doors takes you from the living room to the adjacent study. Off the study is a huge family room overlooking a gorgeous brick patio and beautifully landscaped back yard. The updated kitchen features cherry cabinetry, granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, and a breakfast bar. There's a dining area as well where the kitchen transitions into the family room. Note, too, the centrally located main-floor powder room. The second story features 4 bedrooms with 2 updated bathrooms. Beautiful hardwood floors are featured in all primary living areas on both the first and second floors. Newer thermo-pane windows are to be found throughout the first and second floor as well. For additional space, there's a fabulous, finished basement with 2 large independent rec rooms as well as a second half bathroom. Located just a short walk to Market Square and the commuter train. A beautiful property in one of Lake Forest's most sought-after locations. Truly an exceptional find.

Full Features

Architecture Style:

Traditional

Exterior Type:

Brick,Stucco

Basement:

Finished,Partial

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas

Appliances:

Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

100+ Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

2,948

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Acreage:

0.16

External Features:

Outdoor Grill, Patio/Porch

Room Information

Living Room:

20x12 - Main

Dining Room:

13x12 - Main

Kitchen:

17x11 - Main

Family Room:

24x14 - Main

Primary Bedroom:

17x12 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

12x9 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

12x10 - Second

4th Bedroom:

12x9 - Second

Study:

11x9 - Main Level

Recreation Room:

21x14 - Basement Level

Family Room - Down:

19x11 - Basement Level

Foyer:

10x6 - Main Level

Laundry:

4x10 - Basement Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$15,339

Tax Year:

2024

Location

Zip Code:

60045

City:

Lake Forest

County:

Lake

Schools

School District(s):

67, 115

Elementary School:

Sheridan Elementary School

Middle School:

Deer Path Middle School

High School:

Lake Forest High School

Architecture Style:

Traditional

Exterior Type:

Brick,Stucco

Basement:

Finished,Partial

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas

Appliances:

Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

100+ Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

2,948

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Acreage:

0.16

External Features:

Outdoor Grill, Patio/Porch

Living Room:

20x12 - Main

Dining Room:

13x12 - Main

Kitchen:

17x11 - Main

Family Room:

24x14 - Main

Primary Bedroom:

17x12 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

12x9 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

12x10 - Second

4th Bedroom:

12x9 - Second

Study:

11x9 - Main Level

Recreation Room:

21x14 - Basement Level

Family Room - Down:

19x11 - Basement Level

Foyer:

10x6 - Main Level

Laundry:

4x10 - Basement Level

Tax Amount:

$15,339

Tax Year:

2024

Zip Code:

60045

City:

Lake Forest

County:

Lake

School District(s):

67, 115

Elementary School:

Sheridan Elementary School

Middle School:

Deer Path Middle School

High School:

Lake Forest High School

Listing Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

Listing Office Phone: 847.234.2500

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873 Summit Avenue, Lake Forest, IL 60045 is a single family home which sold for $1,220,000. 873 Summit Avenue features 4 Beds, 2 Baths, 2 Half Baths. This single family home has been listed on @properties Christie's International Real Estate since June 18th, 2025 and was built in 1923. Nearby schools include Sheridan Elementary School, Deer Path Middle School, and Lake Forest High School. The nearest transit stops include Lake Forest Metra Metra Union Pacific North line.