920 Mt Vernon Avenue

920 Mt Vernon Avenue

Lake Forest, IL 60045

$1,449,000
Price
7
Beds
5
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
5,405 Sq. Ft.
$268 / Sq. Ft.
5,405
Sq. Ft.
$268
per Sq. Ft.
a front view of a house with yard and green space

Description

Impressive quality, custom-built home in Lake Forest's coveted Country Place subdivision. Quality built in 1989 for the current owner, this luxurious home has approximately 5,400 sq ft above grade and 2,500 sq ft in the walk-out finished lower level. There are high ceilings, spacious rooms, curved walls, and tall windows that capture inviting views of the outdoors! The light and bright interior was freshly painted (12/2023). The circular brick-paved driveway leads to a beautiful all brick exterior...Impressive quality, custom-built home in Lake Forest's coveted Country Place subdivision. Quality built in 1989 for the current owner, this luxurious home has approximately 5,400 sq ft above grade and 2,500 sq ft in the walk-out finished lower level. There are high ceilings, spacious rooms, curved walls, and tall windows that capture inviting views of the outdoors! The light and bright interior was freshly painted (12/2023). The circular brick-paved driveway leads to a beautiful all brick exterior with concrete tile roof, a 3-car garage, and a sophisticated waterfall feature near the front entry. Inside, the gracious marble foyer provides a warm welcome. Through the foyer, the captivating curved white oak staircase is an architectural gem that leads to all levels. The spacious living room has a fireplace, hardwood flooring, and windows that show beautiful views of the outdoors. The formal dining room has a wet bar and hardwood flooring and also many beautiful windows. The kitchen with island, sunny breakfast room and huge walk-in pantry is near the dining room. The spectacular family room has a two-story vaulted ceiling, brick fireplace and doors that lead to the rear yard. The en suite guest bedroom is conveniently located on the main entry level. Upstairs, there are 5 spacious bedrooms, 3 full baths, a full-size laundry room and a small room with wet bar that can be used as a beverage/coffee station, study room or prayer room. The luxurious primary bedroom suite boasts a vaulted ceiling, balcony, bath with separate shower and tub, private WC, dressing room, walk-in closet, and office/sitting room. This office is ideal as a quiet place to work after hours. Downstairs, the walk-out lower level offers entertainment for all! There is a theater area, bar/kitchenette, dance floor, recreation room, exercise area with mirrored walls, full bath, storage and more! This level opens to the large, wooded rear yard. Outside, the 1.38-acre parcel is professionally landscaped with specimen plantings and mature trees. This one-of-a-kind home offers deluxe living in an exquisite Lake Forest estate setting. Cosmetic updating costs for optional kitchen and bathroom renovations have been considered in the asking price.
  1. Listed by Mona Hellinga • @properties Christie's International Real Estate

Property Details for 920 Mt Vernon Avenue

Area
Lake Forest
Township
West Deerfield
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
3.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
3.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Num of Interior Fireplaces
4
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air

Location

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LISTING UPDATED: 03/13/2024 12:06 AM

Property Details for 920 Mt Vernon Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #11951079
Days on Market146
Taxes$22,185 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1989
Lot Size1.38 AC / 60,112 SF
CountyLake County

Location

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Building Information for 920 Mt Vernon Avenue

Stories-Year Built1989Building Size-Lot Size1.38 AC / 60,112 SF

Payment Calculator

$9,757 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$7,908

Property Taxes

$1,849

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 920 Mt Vernon Avenue

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 67
  • Elementary School: Cherokee Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Deer Path Middle School
  • High School District: 115
  • High School: Lake Forest High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 67
Addtl Parking Information
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s), Heated
  • Garage On Site: true
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Parking: Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Skylight(s), Bar-Wet, Hardwood Floors, First Floor Bedroom, Second Floor Laundry, Walk-In Closet(s), Separate Dining Room
  • Num Of Rooms: 16
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Curbs, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Bath Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower,Steam Shower,Double Sink,Bidet
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Gas Log, Gas Starter
  • Basement Type: Full, Walkout
  • Bedrooms Possible: 7
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Basement Description: Finished, Exterior Access, Rec/Family Area, Storage Space
  • Basement Sq Ft: 2468
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room,Master Bedroom,Basement
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Breakfast Room, Office, Recreation Room, Sitting Room, Exercise Room, Other Room, Foyer, Bedroom 7
  • Num of Baths: 5.1
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Appliances: Oven-Double, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Cooktop, Range Hood
  • Other Equipment: Humidifier, Central Vacuum, TV-Cable, Security System, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn, Water Heater-Gas
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Balcony, Deck
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: No
  • Age: 31-40 Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 5405
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 7873
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 7873
  • Main Sq Ft: 2675
  • Upper Sq Ft: 2730
  • Lot Description: Landscaped Professionally, Wooded, Mature Trees
  • Lot Size: 1.0-1.99 Acres
  • Lot Dimensions: 377 X 182 X 308 X 177
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Driveway: Circular,Other
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Roof Type: Other
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 2468.0
  • Living Area Source: Plans
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional
  • Public Document Count: 3
  • Document Date: 2024-01-02T17:32:41
  • Photos Count: 49
  • Rural: N
  • OpenHouse Count: 2
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full, Double Sink, Whirlpool & Sep Shwr
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 13X20
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 14X13
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 18X13
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 16X14
Bedroom #5 Information
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 15X14
Bedroom #6 Information
  • 6th Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 6
  • Bedroom #6 Room Dimensions: 12X15
Bedroom #7 Information
  • 7th Bedroom Level: Walkout Basement
  • Room Type: Bedroom 7
  • Bedroom #7 Room Dimensions: 10X10
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 16X15
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 22X20
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 17X16
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Second
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 8X9
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 23X18
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Deck Dimensions: 14X13
Office Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Office
  • Deck Dimensions: 12X12
Exercise Room Information
  • Room Level: Walkout Basement
  • Room Type: Exercise Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 12X12
Recreation Rm Information
  • Room Level: Walkout Basement
  • Room Type: Recreation Rm
  • Deck Dimensions: 40X40
Breakfast Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 13X13
Other Room Information
  • Room Level: Walkout Basement
  • Room Type: Other Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 33X15
Sitting Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sitting Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 13X14

Property History for 920 Mt Vernon Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 920 Mt Vernon Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$172,143Additions$189,825Total$361,968
Tax Record2023$22,167 ($1,847 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt5,502 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt5,502 SqFtStories2Lot Size60,113 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1989CountyLAKEAPN16-08-107-023Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 920 Mt Vernon Avenue

This home is within Lake Forest School District 67.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Cherokee Elementary School
Public - K to 4
Deer Path Middle School East
Public - 5 to 6
Deer Path Middle School West
Public - 7 to 8
Lake Forest High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Cherokee Elementary School
PublicK to 4

Deer Path Middle School East
Public5 to 6

Deer Path Middle School West
Public7 to 8

Lake Forest High School
Public9 to 12

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More information about 920 Mt Vernon Avenue, Lake Forest, IL 60045

920 Mt Vernon Avenue is a single family home for sale in Lake Forest, IL 60045. This property was listed for sale on January 2, 2024 by @properties Christie's International Real Estate, it's currently listed at $1,449,000. This listing's school districts are Lake Forest School District 67, Lake Forest Chsd 115 School District. Nearby schools include Cherokee Elementary School, Deer Path Middle School East and Deer Path Middle School West. 920 Mt Vernon Avenue is a 7-bed, 5.5-bath, 5,405 sqft single family home built in 1989.

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