Set on a tranquil stretch of historic Farm Road, this beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home rests on land that was once part of the storied Lasker Estate - a fitting backdrop for a residence that blends legacy and luxury in perfect measure. Inside, discover a fresh and refined interior, featuring newly renovated kitchen and baths, gleaming hardwood floors, and two laundry areas for everyday convenience. The bright, modern kitchen and breakfast room is a standout, with sleek quartz counters, custom cabinetry, and top-tier appliances that make entertaining a joy. Your sophisticated dining room, with wine fridge opens to a spacious family room overlooking your professionally landscaped garden with mature trees, colorful perennial beds, a brick paver patio, and a picture-perfect wooden gazebo. Upstairs, the primary suite is a true retreat, complete with a cozy fireplace, private balcony, walk-in closet, spa-style bath, and its own serene sitting room. Perfectly positioned in West Lake Forest, this home offers peace, privacy, and prestige - with easy access to top-rated schools, commuter routes, and the best of the North Shore lifestyle.
Contingent
$1,250,000
1799 Farm Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
4beds
3,344sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1962
0.77 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$374/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Cozy fireplacePrivate balconyPicture-perfect wooden gazeboSleek quartz countersMature treesFresh and refined interiorPrimary suite
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Listing updated: July 21, 2025 at 01:18am
Listing courtesy of:
Ryan Pavey 312-881-0711,
Baird & Warner
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12399319

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Breakfast Room, Recreation Room, Sitting Room, Foyer
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 468 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 26X18
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Second
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Second
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X15
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Second
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring (Stone), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 312 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X26
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 450 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X25
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Stone)
- Level: Main
- Area: 117 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X13
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Pantry-Closet, Custom Cabinetry, SolidSurfaceCounter, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Stone), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 187 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X11
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 832 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 32X26
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 322 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X14
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 338 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 26X13
Sitting room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 312 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X26
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Cooktop, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Upper Level, Multiple Locations, Sink
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Open Floorplan, Separate Dining Room, Paneling
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Drapes
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
- Attic: Pull Down Stair,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen, Gas Log, Gas Starter, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,252
- Total interior livable area: 3,344 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Balcony
Lot
- Size: 0.77 Acres
- Dimensions: 118X253X249X148
- Features: Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Gazebo
- Parcel number: 15122050070000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Backup Sump Pump;
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1962
- Major remodel year: 2024
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Street Paved
- Subdivision: Fairway Estates
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Lake Forest
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $374/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $796,159
- Annual tax amount: $15,708
- Date on market: 7/17/2025
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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