Quality built all brick and cedar home in the sought after Lake Forest Heights subdivision. Conveniently located in central Lake Forest with easy access to train, restaurants, shopping, parks and expressways. Some of the many special features include hardwood floors throughout the 1st floor, vaulted ceilings, bay windows, French doors and new roof. Enter through the gracious two story foyer, framed by the living room and dining room, ideal for larger gatherings. The very spacious updated kitchen with vaulted ceiling and skylights offers abundant cabinetry, top of the line stainless steel appliances, center island and eating area with slider to expansive brick patio with fire pit. A wet bar with beverage refrigerator and cabinetry provides a convenient connection between the kitchen and dining room. The kitchen opens to the family room with floor to ceiling brick fireplace and numerous windows looking out to the private backyard. An adjacent office/den with French doors is a special treat, offering an additional space to work or relax and unwind. Located off of the 1st floor laundry room is a staircase leading to a fabulous bonus room featuring hardwood floors and shiplap paneling on the walls. The possible uses for this space are endless - playroom, art studio, media room, etc! The two story open staircase leads to the 2nd level with large landing overlooking the foyer below. Here you will find the primary bedroom with cozy fireplace and cathedral ceiling. There is also the luxury of an en-suite bath and large walk-in closet. Three additional bedrooms with ample closet space and a hall bath complete this level. The finished basement includes a great space for recreation as well as an exercise room and storage area or another office space. An excellent value in a wonderful neighborhood!
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1156 Mount Vernon Ave, Lake Forest, IL 60045
4beds
3,574sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1987
0.31 Acres Lot
$1,023,800 Zestimate®
$280/sqft
$6,369 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,023,800
$921,000 - $1.14M
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Brick and cedar homeBrick fireplaceFinished basementEn-suite bathCenter islandBonus roomExpansive brick patio
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Donna Mancuso (847)347-8245,
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty,
Jean Anderson 847-254-1850,
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with:
Dawn McKenna
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12492241
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Office, Bonus Room, Recreation Room, Exercise Room, Foyer
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 350 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X14
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X11
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Bonus room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 552 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X23
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X14
Exercise room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X15
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 364 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 26X14
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Island), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 448 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 28X16
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 126 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X9
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 308 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X14
Office
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X14
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 1178 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 38X31
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal, Multiple Water Heaters
- Laundry: Main Level, Sink
Features
- Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wet Bar
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Family Room, Master Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 3,574 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Fire Pit
Lot
- Size: 0.31 Acres
- Dimensions: 90X149
- Features: Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 16081050170000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Cedar
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1987
- Major remodel year: 2008
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer, Storm Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Lake Forest
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $280/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $835,197
- Annual tax amount: $16,076
- Date on market: 10/11/2025
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/12/2025 | Sold | $1,000,000-6.1%$280/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12492241 Report a problem | ||
| 10/17/2025 | Contingent | $1,065,000$298/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12492241 Report a problem | ||
| 10/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,065,000+33.1%$298/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12492241 Report a problem | ||
| 12/3/2008 | Sold | $800,000-10.6%$224/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #07029252 Report a problem | ||
| 10/12/2008 | Listed for sale | $895,000+49.7%$250/sqft |
Source: Postlets #07029252 Report a problem | ||
| 12/22/2000 | Sold | $598,000+17.5%$167/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/14/1996 | Sold | $509,000$142/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $16,076 +2.2% | $291,844 +4.8% |
| 2023 | $15,725 -0.4% | $278,371 +7.3% |
| 2022 | $15,783 +5.8% | $259,370 -3.6% |
| 2021 | $14,917 +2.7% | $268,948 +3.5% |
| 2020 | $14,530 +3.4% | $259,847 +0.2% |
| 2019 | $14,049 -0.3% | $259,406 -6.9% |
| 2018 | $14,088 | $278,551 +0.3% |
| 2017 | $14,088 +4.7% | $277,663 +3.9% |
| 2016 | $13,453 +18.3% | $267,163 +6.4% |
| 2015 | $11,372 +2.9% | $251,023 +19.7% |
| 2014 | $11,050 +3.5% | $209,712 +0.9% |
| 2012 | $10,676 -13.6% | $207,862 -22.4% |
| 2011 | $12,359 +15.3% | $267,740 +6.4% |
| 2010 | $10,718 +3.1% | $251,655 -15.8% |
| 2009 | $10,394 -9.7% | $298,715 -2.3% |
| 2008 | $11,506 +8.7% | $305,591 +2.8% |
| 2006 | $10,589 +7.8% | $297,297 |
| 2005 | $9,827 +0.3% | -- |
| 2004 | $9,797 +0.7% | -- |
| 2003 | $9,731 +2.1% | -- |
| 2002 | $9,530 +5.5% | -- |
| 2001 | $9,033 +2.4% | $199,384 +6.4% |
| 2000 | $8,820 | $187,404 |
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Neighborhood: 60045
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Cherokee Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 1.5 mi
- 10/10Deer Path Middle School WestGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.5 mi
- 9/10Lake Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Cherokee Elementary School
- Middle: Deer Path Middle School
- High: Lake Forest High School
- District: 67
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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