SHORT SALE. Terrific opportunity. Asking price is FIRM. Welcome to this stunning and expansive townhome in prestigious Lake Forest Chateau boasting almost 4000 square feet above grade with an open floor plan and gleaming hardwood floors. The living room, dining room, and family room offer breathtaking views of the patio and a serene natural spring-fed pond. The living room impresses with a 21-foot ceiling and a gas fireplace adorned with a Cantera Stone hand-carved surround. The kitchen is equipped with granite counter tops, high end appliances, an island, desk area, and spacious breakfast room. Conveniently located off the kitchen is a large laundry/mud room that leads to 2-car garage. The second-floor primary suite features a tray ceiling, walk-in closet, and luxury bath with jetted tub. The remaining bedrooms are generously sized, and the large open loft area overlooks the living room and family room adding to the home's spacious and open feeling. The finished basement provides additional living and entertaining space with a large wet bar, an entertainment center with surround sound, half bath and ample storage and utility space. Step outside to the two-level Italian stone patio, completed in 2021, and enjoy the peaceful views of the pond. This home has been meticulously maintained, with a new furnace in 2021, A/C in 2019, roof in 2016. Plus the hardwoods on main floor, stairs, and railings were refinished and new hardwoods were installed on second floor loft area and second floor hallway, all in in 2022. Located close to shopping, Metra, restaurants, and more, this exquisite townhome offers both luxury and convenience.
Closed
$750,000
1049 Mar Lane Dr, Lake Forest, IL 60045
4beds
3,956sqft
Townhouse, Single Family Residence
Built in 1993
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$190/sqft
$5,653 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: May 13, 2025 at 02:58pm
Listing courtesy of:
Nancy Karp 847-226-5594,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with:
Mara Greenberg
Kale Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12046581

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Plantation Shutters), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 238 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Plantation Shutters)
- Level: Second
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Plantation Shutters)
- Level: Second
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Plantation Shutters)
- Level: Second
- Area: 315 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X15
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X13
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Plantation Shutters)
- Level: Main
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X12
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Plantation Shutters)
- Level: Main
- Area: 408 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X17
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Marble)
- Level: Main
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X13
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Breakfast Room, Custom Cabinetry, Granite Counters), Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Plantation Shutters)
- Level: Main
- Area: 209 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X11
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 78 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X6
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Plantation Shutters)
- Level: Main
- Area: 342 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X18
Loft
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 272 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X16
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 880 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 40X22
Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 646 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 34X19
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Main Level, Gas Dryer Hookup, Sink
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Wet Bar, Storage, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Open Floorplan, Separate Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet, Wood
- Windows: Screens, Window Treatments
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Gas Starter, Masonry, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 3,956 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Brick Driveway, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, Back of Property
- Water view: Water,Back of Property
Lot
- Dimensions: 32X101X66X104
Details
- Parcel number: 16072040320000
- Special conditions: Short Sale
- Other equipment: Sprinkler-Lawn
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Property subtype: Townhouse, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shake
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1993
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Storm Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Lake Forest
- Subdivision: Lake Forest Chateau
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $300 monthly
- Amenities included: Patio, School Bus
- Services included: Insurance, Lawn Care, Snow Removal
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple w/ HO Assn.
Services availability

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