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    81 Shawford Way, Lake Forest, IL 60045

    5beds
    3,368sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1971
    1.36 Acres Lot
    $1,254,200 Zestimate®
    $371/sqft
    $6,611 Estimated rent

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    What's special

    Comfortably ensconced on 1.36 acres in beautiful Lake Forest, this gracious home presents 5 bedrooms and 3.5 baths. Opening to an inviting marble foyer, it offers 12 well-proportioned rooms, the 1st floor including the living and dining rooms, a 1st floor office/bedroom as well as a thoughtfully designed kitchen which leads to a welcoming family room enhanced by a gas fireplace. The 2nd floor proffers the primary bedroom and three additional bedrooms. The attractive finished lower level provides great respite and entertainment as well as capacious storage. The attached garage and a new second garage present ample housing for 4+ cars. A new roof, new gutters, and new flagstone entryway further enhance curb appeal. Beautiful paver patios surround an inviting pool, encouraging relaxing views of the breathtaking landscaped grounds beyond. A wonderful offering!

    Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago

    Listing updated: November 07, 2025 at 03:48pm

    Listing courtesy of:

    Joanna Koperski 847-295-0700,

    @properties Christie's International Real Estate

    Bought with:

    Elizabeth Wieneke

    Compass

    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12406526MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds, Curtains/Drapes), Bathroom (Full)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 304 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 19X16
    Bedroom 2
    • Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 156 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 13X12
    Bedroom 3
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 168 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 14X12
    Bedroom 4
    • Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 176 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 16X11
    Bedroom 5
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 108 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 12X9
    Dining room
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds, Curtains/Drapes)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 180 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 15X12
    Eating area
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 120 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 12X10
    Family room
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 285 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 19X15
    Foyer
    • Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 143 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 13X11
    Kitchen
    • Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 120 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 12X10
    Laundry
    • Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile), Window Treatments (Blinds)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 80 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 10X8
    Living room
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 375 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 25X15
    Recreation room
    • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
    • Level: Basement
    • Area: 720 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 36X20
    Sitting room
    • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 80 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 10X8
    Walk in closet
    • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 90 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 10X9
    Heating
    • Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Cooktop
    • Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit
    Features
    • Basement: Partially Finished,Full
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Family Room
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 3,368
    • Total interior livable area: 3,368 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 4
    • Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Garage Owned, Attached, Detached, Garage
    • Attached garage spaces: 4
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: No Disability Access
    Features
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Patio
    • Pool features: In Ground
    Lot
    • Size: 1.36 Acres
    • Dimensions: 155 X 383.6 X 362.2 X 90
    • Features: Landscaped
    Details
    • Parcel number: 16172010140000
    • Special conditions: None
    • Other equipment: Sprinkler-Lawn

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: French Provincial
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Brick, Other
    • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1971

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: Circuit Breakers
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Lake Michigan

    Community & neighborhood

    Security
    • Security features: Security System
    Community
    • Community features: Pool, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
    Location
    • Region: Lake Forest

    HOA & financial

    HOA
    • Services included: None

    Other

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