Sold
Sold
$1,152,000
Sold on May 28, 2026
940 Grandview Lane
Lake Forest, IL 60045 · Whispering Oaks
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- 5
- Baths
- 3 full · 1 half
- Sqft
- 3,216
- $/sqft
- $358
- Lot
- 0.561 ac
- Built
- 1965
- Type
- Single Family
- MLS#
- MRD12661594
About this home
Nestled in the sought-after Whispering Oaks subdivision of Lake Forest, this spacious five-bedroom, 3.1-bath home offers a wonderful opportunity to create your dream residence. A traditional center-entry floor plan welcomes you with a sun-filled living room to the left, featuring eastern and southern exposures, and a formal dining room to the right overlooking the expansive front yard. The living room flows seamlessly into the inviting family room, complete with a fireplace and attractive wood detailing. Sliding doors lead to the backyard patio, creating an ideal setting for indoor-outdoor living and entertaining. The adjacent kitchen features a breakfast area, dedicated workspace, and abundant potential for customization into a chef's dream kitchen. Convenience abounds with a first-floor laundry/mudroom offering direct access from both the backyard and attached garage-perfect for busy households. Upstairs, you'll find five generously sized bedrooms, including a primary suite with a private bath, along with an additional full hall bath. The large unfinished basement, already equipped with a full bath, provides exceptional potential for expanded living space, recreation, fitness, or guest accommodations. Ideally located near an elementary school with a playground and just minutes from downtown Lake Forest's shops, restaurants, and amenities, this home combines space, location, and opportunity in one exceptional package.
Price & tax history
| 2025 property taxes | $18,143/yr |
From the listing's MRED record. MRED does not publish per-change dates through IDX, so price changes are shown without one rather than guessed.
Schools
Assigned schools per the listing's MRED record. Always verify with the district before you buy.
Elementary
Cherokee Elementary School
67
Middle
Deer Path Middle School
67
High school
Lake Forest High School115
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Where it sits
MRED Broker ReciprocityThis listing is part of the MRED data exchange program provided courtesy of @properties Christie's International Real Estate, listed by Andra O'Neill.
Information last updated May 29, 2026, 3:04 PM.
940 Grandview Lane
Lake Forest, IL 60045
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- Cooling
- Central Air
- Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
- Basement
- Unfinished, Full
- Flooring
- Hardwood
- Appliances
- Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Cooktop
- Rooms total
- 10
- Fireplaces total
- 1
- Laundry features
- Main Level, Sink
- Interior features
- Special Millwork
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