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717 Kennington Terrace

Lake Forest, IL 60045

5 beds
6 baths
5,268 sqft
~1 acre lot
$242 per sqft
1967 build
– on site

Welcome to this timeless brick Georgian estate, offering exceptional potential and classic charm. Built with solid craftsmanship and featuring a well-designed floor plan, this home is set on a beautifully landscaped .9 acre lot that offers space, privacy, and timeless elegance. This gracious home features 5 generously sized bedrooms, 4 full baths, and 2 convenient half baths, thoughtfully designed for comfortable family living and effortless entertaining. Inside, you'll find grand room sizes and exceptional details throughout. The beautiful library and inviting living room are connected by a charming two-sided fireplace, perfect for cozy gatherings. The spacious kitchen is ideal for cooking and entertaining, complete with an island, eating area, pantry and plenty of storage. A large formal dining room with classic corner built-ins adds to the home's warmth and character. The wood-paneled family room offers a relaxing retreat, featuring built-ins, a wet bar, and one of the home's four fireplaces. A large mudroom/laundry room with washer, dryer, and extra storage provides everyday convenience, with direct access to the backyard and pool area. One of the half baths also opens to the patio for easy use with the pool. Outdoors, enjoy summer days in the expansive backyard with an in-ground pool, surrounded by professional landscaping for beauty and privacy. A circular driveway provides impressive curb appeal and ample parking. With its great flow, spacious rooms, and classic architectural details, this home presents a rare opportunity to create your dream residence in a sought-after setting. Don't miss the chance to make this impressive property your own and bring your vision to life!

Listing courtesy of MRED / @properties Christie's International Real Estate as distributed by MLS GRID

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MLS# 12408610 —

The Building

Year Built:

1967
Rebuilt:

No
New Construction:

false
Construction Materials:

Brick
Architectural Style:

Georgian
Roof:

Asphalt
Basement:

Partially Finished, Partial
Foundation Details:

Concrete Perimeter
Exterior Features:

Lighting
Patio And Porch Features:

Patio
Disability Access:

No
Other Equipment:

Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn, Backup Sump Pump;
Total SqFt:

5268
Total SqFt:

7695
Main SqFt:

2841
Upper SqFt:

2427
Basement SqFt:

2427
Living Area Source:

Assessor
Window Features:

Screens

Interior

Room Type:

Bedroom 5, Sitting Room, Recreation Room, Library, Walk In Closet, Foyer
Rooms Total:

12
Interior Features:

Wet Bar, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Coffered Ceiling(s), Special Millwork, Separate Dining Room
Fireplaces Total:

4
Fireplace Location:

Family Room,Living Room,Master Bedroom,Den/Library
Laundry Features:

Main Level
Flooring:

Hardwood, Carpet

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

5268

Location

Directions:

Deerpath Rd west of 41, left (south) onto Deerpath Square, right onto Kennington Terrace to address.
Location:

4564

The Property

Parcel Number:

12323040010000
Property Type:

Residential
Lot Size Dimensions:

39389
Lot Size Acres:

0.9042
Rural:

N
Waterfront:

false
Additional Parcels:

false
Fencing:

Fenced
Pool Features:

In Ground

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2024
Tax Annual Amount:

27205.04

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

5
Bedrooms Possible:

5

Baths

Baths:

6
Full Baths:

4
Half Baths:

2

The Listing

Special Listing Conditions:

None

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling:

Central Air

Utilities

Sewer:

Public Sewer
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Cooktop

Schools

Elementary School:

Everett Elementary School
Elementary School District:

67
Middle Or Junior School:

Deer Path Middle School
Middle Or Junior School District:

67
High School:

Lake Forest High School
High School District:

115

The Community

Community Features:

Curbs, Street Paved
Association Fee Includes:

None
Association Fee Frequency:

Not Applicable
Master Assoc Fee Frequency:

Not Required

Parking

Parking Total:

3
Parking Features:

Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Garage Spaces:

3

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$1,275,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$6,827
Taxes	$2,267
Insurance	$350
Utilities	$248 See report
Total	$9,692/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
7/2/25 Jul 2, 2025	Listed / Active	MRED	$1,275,000

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This house located in North Shore, Lake Forest, IL 60045 is currently for sale for $1,275,000. 717 Kennington Terrace is a 5,268 square foot house with 5 beds and 6 baths that has been on Estately for 2 days. 717 Kennington Terrace is in the North Shore neighborhood of Lake Forest and has a WalkScore® of 14, making it car-dependent. This house is in the attendance area of Deer Path Middle School East, Lake Forest High School, Deer Path Middle School West, and Everett Elementary School.

Listing courtesy of MRED, @properties Christie's International Real Estate, and Andra O'Neill as distributed by MLS GRID.

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