Pending36d on market
940 Mount Vernon Ave
Lake Forest, IL, 60045 • 60045 • Lake County
$1,950,000
$277/sqft
Down payment assistance available
6Beds
6Baths
7,050Sqft
1.4 acLot
1988Built
Property DNA
French Provincial Style
Built 1988 · 38 years of history
Enhanced Security
Security System · Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Outdoor Living
Patio
2 Fireplaces
Gas Log · Gas Starter · Family Room · Living Room
3-Car Garage
Brick Driveway · Garage Door Opener · Heated Garage · Garage · Yes · Garage Owned · Attached
Premium Finishes
Walk-In Closet(s)
Hardwood & Wood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
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36 days on market
Established listing
$277/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1988
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.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$12,718/month
Principal & Interest$10,118
Property Tax$1,950
Insurance$650
Down payment20% ($390,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.75% rate · 30yr fixed · $1,560,000 loan
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At a glance
Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1988
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Sep Heating Systems - 2+
CoolingCentral Air
Parking3 Attached Garage spaces
Lot1.38 Acres
Days on Zillow36 Days
Price/sqft$277
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleFrench Provincial
Year built1988
Stories2
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Sep Heating Systems - 2+
CoolingCentral Air
ConstructionVinyl Siding, Brick, Stone
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingBrick Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached
Garage3 spaces
BasementFinished,Full
Fireplaces2
Lot1.38 Acres
Location & Tax
Neighborhood60045
Annual tax$22,247
Parcel1608107024
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths5
Features & details
16 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Steam Room
Wet Bar
1st Floor Bedroom
1st Floor Full Bath
Built-in Features
Walk-In Closet(s)
Appliances
Double Oven
Microwave
Dishwasher
High End Refrigerator
Washer
Dryer
Disposal
Cooktop
Oven
Range Hood
Flooring
Hardwood
Carpet
Wood
Heating
Natural Gas
Forced Air
Heat Pump
Sep Heating Systems - 2+
Cooling
Central Air
Laundry
Main Level
Upper Level
Electric Dryer Hookup
In Unit
Multiple Locations
Sink
Fireplace
Gas Log
Gas Starter
Family Room
Living Room
Windows
Skylight(s)
Bay Window(s)
Drapes
Screens
Storm Window(s)
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Exterior
Outdoor Grill
Fire Pit
Parking
Brick Driveway
Garage Door Opener
Heated Garage
Garage
Yes
Garage Owned
Attached
Construction
Vinyl Siding
Brick
Stone
Patio & Porch
Patio
Community
Park
Sidewalks
Street Lights
Street Paved
Security
Security System
Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Other Equipment
Sump Pump
Sprinkler-Lawn
Backup Sump Pump;
Radon Mitigation System
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Second24×19 ft456 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)Bathroom (Full)
Bedroom2
Second14×15 ft210 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom3
Second14×12 ft168 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom4
Second14×12 ft168 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)
Bedroom5
Main12×12 ft144 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom6
Basement13×17 ft221 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusPending
Days on market36
Tax rate2.60%
Price/sqft$277
On marketMar 4, 2026
PostedMar 4, 2026
Last sold$1,252,000
MLS statusPending
MLS updatedMar 25, 2026
Tour days6
Views242
Favorites6
How are the schools in Lake Forest?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Lake Forest, IL, 60045
Price history
16 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Mar 24, 2026Pending Sale$1,950,000$277MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Mar 6, 2026Contingent$1,950,000$277MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Mar 4, 2026Listed For Sale$1,950,000$277MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sep 13, 2019Sold$1,252,000$178MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Aug 17, 2019Pending Sale$1,399,000$198Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices KoenigRubloff Realty Group
Jun 27, 2019Price Change$1,399,000$198Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices KoenigRubloff Realty Group
May 9, 2019Price Change$1,499,000$213Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices KoenigRubloff Realty Group
Mar 16, 2019Listed For Sale$1,599,000$227Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices KoenigRubloff
Jun 10, 2015Sold$1,762,500$250MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Dec 11, 2014Pending Sale$1,925,000$273Griffith, Grant & Lackie Realtors
Sep 16, 2014Listed For Sale$1,925,000$273Griffith, Grant & Lackie Realtors
Jul 11, 2014Listing Removed$2,150,000$305Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices KoenigRubloff Realty Group
Jun 25, 2014Price Change$2,150,000$305Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices KoenigRubloff Realty Group
Mar 11, 2014Listed For Sale$2,295,000$326Prudential Rubloff
Jun 23, 2000Sold$1,243,500$176Public Record
Sep 22, 1998Sold$1,150,000$163Public Record
Pending Sale$1,950,000
Mar 24, 2026•$277/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$1,950,000
Mar 6, 2026•$277/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$1,950,000
Mar 4, 2026•$277/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$1,252,000
Sep 13, 2019•$178/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$1,399,000
Aug 17, 2019•$198/sqft•Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices KoenigRubloff Realty Group
Price Change$1,399,000
Jun 27, 2019•$198/sqft•Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices KoenigRubloff Realty Group
Price Change$1,499,000
May 9, 2019•$213/sqft•Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices KoenigRubloff Realty Group
Listed For Sale$1,599,000
Mar 16, 2019•$227/sqft•Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices KoenigRubloff
Sold$1,762,500
Jun 10, 2015•$250/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$1,925,000
Dec 11, 2014•$273/sqft•Griffith, Grant & Lackie Realtors
Listed For Sale$1,925,000
Sep 16, 2014•$273/sqft•Griffith, Grant & Lackie Realtors
Listing Removed$2,150,000
Jul 11, 2014•$305/sqft•Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices KoenigRubloff Realty Group
Price Change$2,150,000
Jun 25, 2014•$305/sqft•Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices KoenigRubloff Realty Group
Listed For Sale$2,295,000
Mar 11, 2014•$326/sqft•Prudential Rubloff
Sold$1,243,500
Jun 23, 2000•$176/sqft•Public Record
Sold$1,150,000
Sep 22, 1998•$163/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
22 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2023$22,441$381,962
Apr 10, 2022$24,616$366,566
Apr 10, 2021$23,272$415,915
Apr 10, 2020$22,669$401,842
Apr 10, 2019$21,926$401,160
Apr 10, 2018$24,854$486,414
Apr 10, 2017$24,854$484,863
Apr 10, 2016$23,738$466,528
Apr 10, 2015$24,159$438,343
Apr 10, 2014$23,478$438,777
Apr 10, 2012$22,670$434,906
Apr 10, 2011$21,744$511,530
Apr 10, 2010$22,479$521,330
Apr 10, 2009$21,789$552,374
Apr 10, 2008$21,455$565,088
Apr 10, 2006$20,542$549,750
Apr 10, 2005$19,092—
Apr 10, 2004$18,215—
Apr 10, 2003$18,843—
Apr 10, 2002$18,477—
Apr 10, 2001$8,764$383,079
Apr 10, 2000$17,125$360,063
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Local context around this listing
Lake Forest, IL • Lake County
Nearby cities
AntiochBuffalo GroveGurneeHighland ParkLibertyvilleMundeleinRound Lake BeachVernon Hills
Nearby zip codes
6003760045
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