863 Gloucester Crossing, Lake Forest, IL 60045
Local realty services provided by:CENTURY 21 New Heritage
Listed by: laura swinden
Office: re/max suburban
MLS#:12731349
Source:MLSNI
Price summary
- Price:$1,125,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$296.36
- Monthly HOA dues:$1,341
About this home
New Updated price reduction. Welcome to Coveted Woodland Creek Manor - with Lake Forest Living. Enter this manicured subdivision and wind past lilacs and weigela to a stately all-brick residence, one of the largest models in the serene, deep-set enclave of Gloucester Crossing. This duplex estate pairs gracious scale with elegant design at every turn. A magnificent foyer welcomes you inward, where curved lines, angled ceilings, and soaring vaulted spaces create a striking interior architecture. Large open rooms flow effortlessly, ideal for both everyday living and grand-scale entertaining. The expansive white kitchen is crisp and refined, anchored by an abundance of 42" custom cabinetry, and crowned with a statement chandelier. A first-floor patio opens directly off the breakfast area, while a true mudroom-style laundry room sits conveniently nearby. The formal dining room pairs crystal chandelier lighting with timeless architectural detail. Just beyond, a custom-built beverage salon with built-in serving storage will delight any wine connoisseur or home mixologist - the perfect complement to the step-down family room. Cathedral ceilings and generous natural light define the main living areas, complemented by custom fireplaces in both the living and family rooms and rich, light hardwood flooring throughout. A first-floor full bath and a fourth bedroom or den - complete with built-in Murphy bed - offer flexible space perfect for guests, in-laws, or a nanny suite. The open living/flex room leads through glass French doors to a screened porch, offering an added layer of privacy on this premium homestead winding staircase rises to Juliet balcony overlooking the living space below. The luxury primary suite is a true retreat, featuring a tray ceiling, gas fireplace, dramatic custom cabinetry, and an exceptional walk-in closet with extensive storage. The spa-inspired en-suite bath includes a two-person Jacuzzi tub, private shower, bidet, water closet, and skylight. Two additional bedrooms share a well-appointed Jack-and-Jill bathroom. A chair lift to the second floor adds thoughtful convenience for effortless aging in place. The finished basement rec room benefits from soaring 9-foot ceilings, with ample additional storage areas ready to be finished for even more living space. Recent Updates: Dishwasher, washer, and dryer new in 2020; composite roof with 50-year warranty recently replaced,New AC, furnace, sump pump, and (2) water heaters 2025....
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Home facts
- Year built:1991
- Subdivision & Development:Woodland Creek Manor
- Listing ID #:12731349
- Updated:September 06, 2026 at 11:02 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:4
- Total bathrooms:3
- Full bathrooms:3
- Rooms Total:10
- Dining Description:Eating Area, Separate Dining Room
- Bathrooms Description:Bidet, Double Sinks, Separate Shower, Whirlpool
- Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Basement Description:Full, Partially Finished
- Living area:3,796 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
- Heating:Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Central air:Yes
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Asphalt, Shake
- Year built:1991
- Building area:3,796 sq. ft.
- Lot Features:Cul-De-Sac, Irregular Lot, Landscaped, Wooded
- Foundation Description:Concrete Perimeter
Schools
- High school:Lake Forest High School
- Middle school:Deer Path Middle School
- Elementary school:Everett Elementary School
Utilities
- Water:Lake Michigan, Public
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$1,125,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$296.36
- Tax amount:$19,226 (2025)
Features and amenities
- Laundry features:Dryer, Washer
- Amenities:CO Detectors, Sump Pump, TV-Cable
Parking
- Total parking spaces:2
- Parking description:Attached Garage, Concrete, Garage
- Garage:Yes
- Garage spaces:2
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