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$1,500,000
546 Timber Lane
Lake Forest, IL 60045
- Beds
- 4
- Baths
- 3 full · 1 half
- Sqft
- 4,790
- $/sqft
- $313
- Built
- 1958
- Type
- Ranch
- MLS#
- MRD12695853
About this home
Exceptional mid-century modern ranch in highly sought-after Whispering Oaks! Designed with entertaining in mind, the home's distinctive U-shaped layout creates a seamless connection between the main living spaces and the most picturesque exterior views! Super impressive living room featuring full walls of windows, soaring ceilings, full stone wood-burning fireplace and tons of natural light! The amazing chef's kitchen is beautifully appointed with custom cabinetry, stainless steel countertops and stainless steel appliances! The kitchen flows effortlessly into the eating area and over-sized family room ideal for everyday living as well as entertaining gatherings of any size complete with a bar for all your beverage storage and display and another wall of windows! Retreat to the luxurious primary suite, where serene views of the patio create a true vacation-like atmosphere! Spacious ensuite bath offers dual vanities and step-down shower. Three additional generously sized bedrooms-including one with a private ensuite bathroom-a large hall bath. Dedicated office with a cozy brick fireplace and newer hardwood floors! A large mud/laundry room completes the main level. The versatile finished basement provides additional living space and plenty of storage. Step outside to the most spectacular backyard! The recently expanded bluestone patio creates the perfect setting for relaxing as well as outdoor entertaining! Heated garage! Most windows are newer (2024, sliders in the last 10 years) and new roof (2024!)! Walking distance to Cherokee elem and super easy access to the bike bath leading to downtown and the beach! This home and location are the complete package!
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Estimated monthly cost for this home
20% · $300K
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Term
$9,534/mo
- Principal & interest
- $7,648
- Property taxes
- $1,449
- Home insurance (est.)
- $438
Estimate only, not a quote or offer of credit. Rate starts from today's market rate (6.58%, 2026-07-23). Taxes from the listing's MRED record. Talk to a lender for real numbers; a Subdiview agent can introduce you to a good one.
Price & tax history
| 2024 property taxes | $17,382/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 Baird & Warner, listed by Patricia Kreuser.
Information last updated Jul 22, 2026, 3:16 PM.
546 Timber Lane
Lake Forest, IL 60045
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- Cooling
- Small Duct High Velocity
- Heating
- Baseboard
- Basement
- Finished, Partial
- Flooring
- Hardwood
- Appliances
- Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Humidifier
- Rooms total
- 11
- Fireplaces total
- 3
- Laundry features
- Main Level
- Interior features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Dry Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
- Fireplace features
- Wood Burning, Gas Starter