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    1227 Kajer Ln, Lake Forest, IL 60045

    5beds
    4,824sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1989
    0.57 Acres Lot
    $1,726,000 Zestimate®
    $358/sqft
    $8,334 Estimated rent

    What's special

    Beautifully updated home in Arbor Ridge! This 5 bedroom, 5.2 bathroom house has 4,824 sq. ft. above grade and sits on .58 acres at the end of a large cul-de-sac overlooking Everett Park. Features include: hardwood floors throughout the 1st floor; high ceilings; lovely millwork; 2 fireplaces; a large, light-filled updated kitchen w/ island that opens into the breakfast area and family room that overlooks the back yard; a huge Primary suite with two walk-in closets, and a large Primary bathroom w/ a jetted tub and double vanities; 4 additional bedrooms each w/ a wonderfully updated en-suite bathroom; a private office or library w/ built-in shelving/storage & radiant heat flooring; a 1st floor laundry; a spacious finished lower level w/ large recreation room, newer theater room, abundant storage & 1/2 bath; and an over-sized 3-car garage. Outside, there is a large deck w/ a hot tub that overlooks the expansive backyard with invisible dog fence, as well as a circular driveway w/ 3 additional, individual parking spaces. Newer theater room, furnace, hot water heater, sump pump, beautiful custom built-in millwork, finishes and more! This wonderful home is close to Everett School, Everett Park (which features a pond, tennis courts, a playground, and a baseball diamond), the West Lake Forest station, Costco, Sunset Foods, Starbucks, restaurants and many other amenities. Move right in and enjoy this fabulous home!

    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: July 16, 2025 at 02:11am

    Listing courtesy of:

    Ann Lyon 847-828-9991,

    @properties Christie's International Real Estate

    Bought with:

    Alice Berger

    @properties Christie's International Real Estate

    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12328397MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 7
    • Full bathrooms: 5
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 2
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Full)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 336 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 24X14
    Bedroom 2
    • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 192 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 16X12
    Bedroom 3
    • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 176 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 16X11
    Bedroom 4
    • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 156 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 13X12
    Bedroom 5
    • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 144 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 12X12
    Dining room
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 280 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 20X14
    Eating area
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 276 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 23X12
    Family room
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 368 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 23X16
    Foyer
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 300 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 25X12
    Kitchen
    • Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Island, Pantry-Butler), Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 368 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 23X16
    Laundry
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 120 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 12X10
    Library
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 195 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 15X13
    Living room
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 336 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 24X14
    Recreation room
    • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
    • Level: Basement
    • Area: 920 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 40X23
    Other
    • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
    • Level: Basement
    • Area: 312 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 24X13
    Heating
    • Natural Gas, Forced Air, Radiant, Zoned, Radiant Floor
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Zoned
    Appliances
    • Included: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Disposal, Multiple Water Heaters
    • Laundry: Main Level, Gas Dryer Hookup, Sink
    Features
    • Cathedral Ceiling(s), Wet Bar
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    • Windows: Screens
    • Basement: Finished,Full
    • Attic: Unfinished
    • Number of fireplaces: 2
    • Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Gas Log, Family Room, Living Room
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 0
    • Total interior livable area: 4,824 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 9
    • Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Side Apron, Driveway, Circular Driveway, Owned, Garage
    • Attached garage spaces: 3
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: No Disability Access
    Features
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Deck
    • Has spa: Yes
    • Spa features: Outdoor Hot Tub
    • Fencing: Invisible
    Lot
    • Size: 0.57 Acres
    • Dimensions: 55X175.43X246.46X221.63
    • Features: Cul-De-Sac
    Details
    • Additional parcels included: 16073030550000
    • Parcel number: 16073030540000
    • Special conditions: None
    • Other equipment: Intercom, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Backup Sump Pump;

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Colonial
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Brick, Cedar
    • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
    • Roof: Shake
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1989
    • Major remodel year: 2018

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Lake Michigan, Public

    Community & neighborhood

    Security
    • Security features: Security System
    Community
    • Community features: Park, Tennis Court(s), Lake, Curbs, Street Lights, Street Paved
    Location
    • Region: Lake Forest
    • Subdivision: Arbor Ridge

    HOA & financial

    HOA
    • Has HOA: Yes
    • HOA fee: $1,200 annually
    • Services included: Other

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing terms: Cash
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
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