$1,950,000

beds

baths

half bath

7,050

square ft

940 Mount Vernon Avenue

Lake Forest, Illinois 60045

New / MLS #12565703 / Single Family / Lake Forest

Listing information updated 3/4/2026 at 9:23am

This impeccably updated French Country home is truly move-in ready. Set on a serene 1.38-acre wooded lot with outstanding curb appeal, the property features a brand new composite roof and gutters, professional landscaping, expansive bluestone patios, a stunning professional grade outdoor kitchen and beautifully manicured, woodland gardens. Exceptional interior amenities include a timeless chef's kitchen with refreshed cabinetry and Sub Zero refrigeration, a 900-bottle wine cellar, and a luxurious primary suite with a newer bathroom and expansive walk-in closet. Additional highlights include a first-floor guest suite with a steam room, hardwood floors throughout, a heated three-car garage with EV charger, main floor and upstairs laundry and a finished basement offering an additional bedroom and bath, media room, recreation space, and abundant storage. A spacious floor plan and elegant finishes seamlessly blend comfort and sophistication, ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. Enjoy a turnkey lifestyle in one of Lake Forest's most desirable settings.

Full Features

Architecture Style:

French Provincial

Exterior Type:

Vinyl Siding,Brick,Stone

Basement:

Finished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Beds Below Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Sep Heating Systems - 2+

Appliances:

Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Cooktop, Oven, Range Hood

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

31-40 Years

Parking Type:

Garage - Brick Driveway,Garage Door Opener,Heated Garage,Garage,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Attached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

7,050

Lot Size:

1.0-1.99 Acres

Internal Features:

Steam Room, Wet Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)

External Features:

Outdoor Grill, Fire Pit, Patio/Porch

Room Information

Living Room:

14x26 - Main

Dining Room:

16x16 - Main

Kitchen:

22x15 - Main

Family Room:

16x23 - Main

Primary Bedroom:

24x19 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

14x15 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

14x12 - Second

4th Bedroom:

14x12 - Second

Bedroom 5:

12x12 - Main Level

Bedroom 6:

13x17 - Basement Level

Recreation Room:

27x33 - Basement Level

Bonus Room:

22x13 - Second Level

Office:

14x15 - Main Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$22,247

Tax Year:

2024

Location

Zip Code:

60045

City:

Lake Forest

County:

Lake

Schools

School District(s):

67, 115

Elementary School:

Cherokee Elementary School

Middle School:

Deer Path Middle School

High School:

Lake Forest High School

Architecture Style:

French Provincial

Exterior Type:

Vinyl Siding,Brick,Stone

Basement:

Finished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Beds Below Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Sep Heating Systems - 2+

Appliances:

Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Cooktop, Oven, Range Hood

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

31-40 Years

Parking Type:

Garage - Brick Driveway,Garage Door Opener,Heated Garage,Garage,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Attached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

7,050

Lot Size:

1.0-1.99 Acres

Internal Features:

Steam Room, Wet Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)

External Features:

Outdoor Grill, Fire Pit, Patio/Porch

Living Room:

14x26 - Main

Dining Room:

16x16 - Main

Kitchen:

22x15 - Main

Family Room:

16x23 - Main

Primary Bedroom:

24x19 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

14x15 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

14x12 - Second

4th Bedroom:

14x12 - Second

Bedroom 5:

12x12 - Main Level

Bedroom 6:

13x17 - Basement Level

Recreation Room:

27x33 - Basement Level

Bonus Room:

22x13 - Second Level

Office:

14x15 - Main Level

Tax Amount:

$22,247

Tax Year:

2024

Zip Code:

60045

City:

Lake Forest

County:

Lake

School District(s):

67, 115

Elementary School:

Cherokee Elementary School

Middle School:

Deer Path Middle School

High School:

Lake Forest High School

Listing Office: Redfin Corporation

Listing Office Phone: 224.699.5002

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940 Mount Vernon Avenue, Lake Forest, IL 60045 is a single family home currently listed at $1,950,000. 940 Mount Vernon Avenue features 6 Beds, 5 Baths, 1 Half Bath. This single family home has been listed on @properties Christie's International Real Estate since March 4th, 2026 and was built in 1988. Nearby schools include Cherokee Elementary School, Deer Path Middle School, and Lake Forest High School. The nearest transit stops include Lake Forest Metra Metra Milwaukee District North line.