$9,000 / Month

1161 Winwood Dr

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Lake Forest, IL 60045

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  • Bedrooms

    4

  • Bathrooms

    6

  • Square Feet

    4,817 sq ft

  • Available

    Available Now

Highlights

  • Indoor Pool
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Deck
  • Dining Room with Fireplace
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Recreation Room
1161 Winwood Dr
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About This Home

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With approximately 1.38 fully fenced acres,over 5,500 square feet of living space,and an indoor swimming pool,this west Lake Forest property offers a combination of features seldom found in a single residence. The expansive grounds provide open space for recreation,gardening,pets,and outdoor activities,while the home's one-story floor plan offers flexibility for a variety of lifestyles. Located near Middlefork Savanna Forest Preserve and Elawa Farm,the property enjoys convenient access to some of the area's most popular outdoor amenities. At the center of the home is a private courtyard,around which many of the principal rooms are arranged. Large windows,vaulted ceilings,skylights,hardwood floors,and multiple fireplaces contribute to a bright interior throughout much of the home. The layout includes several gathering spaces including a living room,family room,game room with wet bar,a kitchen with eating area and center island,and a sunroom. The indoor pool creates a dedicated space for year-round swimming and recreation. Multiple doors connect the pool area to large outdoor deck on one side and the courtyard on the other. An adjacent full bath dressing area supports the space. The primary suite wing overlooks the courtyard and includes a spacious bath. A separate wing includes three additional bedrooms and two full baths. The finished basement adds recreation space,a half bath,and storage. Located within Everett Elementary School and Lake Forest High School districts,the property offers a great opportunity to own a large ranch house in west Lake Forest. Monthly rent amount includes lawn care,snow removal,pool maintenance,pest control,and septic system maintenance. MLS# MRD12707510 Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of [see last changed date above]. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Some IDX listings have been excluded from this website. Prices displayed on all Sold listings are the Last Known Listing Price and may not be the actual selling price.

1161 Winwood Dr is a house located in Lake County and the 60045 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Lake Forest School District 67 attendance zone.

* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
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Home Details

Year Built

Built in 1955 | Remodeled in 2013

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Whirlpool Bathtub Bathroom on Main Level Separate Shower Dual Sinks 6 Bathrooms 4 Bedrooms 4 Potential Bedrooms

Flooring

Terracotta Bamboo Wood Carpet

Home Design

Asphalt Roof Concrete Perimeter Foundation Cedar

Home Security

Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Interior Spaces

Dining Room with Fireplace 3 Fireplaces Family Room with Fireplace Living Room with Fireplace Recreation Room Cathedral Ceiling Heated Sun or Florida Room Game Room Workshop Breakfast Room Formal Dining Room Skylights Bar Fridge Wet Bar 1-Story Property Ceiling Fan Wood Burning Fireplace 4,817 Sq Ft Home Fireplace With Gas Starter

Kitchen

High End Refrigerator Range with Range Hood Microwave Dishwasher Disposal

Laundry

Laundry Room Dryer Sink Near Laundry Laundry on main level Washer

Listing and Financial Details

Security Deposit $9,000 Property Available on 7/16/26 Rent includes lawn care, snow removal

Lot Details

Landscaped Professionally Fenced Lot Dimensions are 170x356x170x350

Outdoor Features

Deck Patio Shed

Parking

2 Car Attached Garage Parking Available Garage Door Opener Driveway Parking Included in Price

Partially Finished Basement

Partial Basement Finished Basement Bathroom

Pool

Indoor Pool

Schools

Everett Elementary School Deer Path Middle School Lake Forest High School

Utilities

Forced Air Heating and Cooling System Multiple Water Heaters Heating System Uses Natural Gas 200+ Amp Service Septic Tank

Community Details

Pet Policy

No Pets Allowed

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

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Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Contact

  • Listed by Alissa McNicholas | Compass
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Under 30 minutes

Commute Time is calculated at rush hour.
City - Lake Forest

Sitting along the Lake Michigan shoreline about 30 miles north of Chicago, Lake Forest is a North Shore suburb where tree-lined streets, rolling terrain, and a well-preserved downtown give everyday life a decidedly unhurried pace. Residents can walk to coffee shops, boutiques, and restaurants in the historic downtown district, and the lakefront at Forest Park Beach is just minutes away for swimming, fishing, and scenic walks. Nearby communities like Highland Park to the south and Lake Bluff to the north round out the area's strong sense of place along this stretch of the North Shore. The rental landscape in Lake Forest includes garden-style apartment communities, townhomes, and mid-rise buildings, along with single-family rental homes. Lake Forest College, a liberal arts institution right in the city, brings a steady academic presence to the community.

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Amenities
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Microwave
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Drive: 9 min 3.7 mi
Drive: 15 min 8.2 mi
Drive: 15 min 9.6 mi
Drive: 22 min 13.2 mi
1161 Winwood Dr is within 9 minutes or 3.7 miles from Lake Forest College. It is also near Coll. of Lake Co., Southlake and Coll. of Lake Co., Lakeshore.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
374 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
308 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
360 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
37 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
155 Students
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-12
437 Students
Nearby
Transportation

1161 Winwood Dr is near Chicago O'Hare International, located 24.2 miles or 34 minutes away, and Chicago Midway International, located 37.3 miles or 55 minutes away.

Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Drive: 7 min 3.0 mi
Drive: 6 min 3.2 mi
Drive: 8 min 3.6 mi
Drive: 9 min 5.2 mi
Drive: 9 min 5.7 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Chicago O'Hare International
Drive: 34 min 24.2 mi
Chicago Midway International
Drive: 55 min 37.3 mi
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30 / 100
Minimal Public Transit
Transit
10 / 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80 / 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 1161 Winwood Dr.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Drive: 3 min 1.5 mi
Drive: 3 min 1.6 mi
Drive: 6 min 3.0 mi
1161 Winwood Dr has 3 shopping centers within 3.0 miles, which is about a 6-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Middlefork Farm Nature Preserve
Walk: 16 min 0.8 mi
Wildlife Discovery Center
Walk: 16 min 0.8 mi
Mellody Farm Nature Preserve
Drive: 3 min 1.5 mi
Skokie River Nature Preserve
Drive: 9 min 3.7 mi
Middlefork Savanna Preserve
Drive: 13 min 4.6 mi
1161 Winwood Dr has 5 parks within 4.6 miles, including Middlefork Farm Nature Preserve, Wildlife Discovery Center, and Mellody Farm Nature Preserve.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Walk: 14 min 0.8 mi
Drive: 11 min 5.9 mi
Drive: 14 min 8.9 mi
1161 Winwood Dr has 3 hospitals within 8.9 miles, the nearest is Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital which is 0.8 mile away and a 14 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Drive: 9 min 5.6 mi
Drive: 36 min 23.2 mi
Drive: 62 min 45.8 mi
1161 Winwood Dr has 3 military bases within 45.8 miles, the nearest is Great Lakes Naval Training Center which is 5.6 miles away and a 9 minute drive.

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