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Mario Bilotas

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285 W Westminster AVE Lake Forest, IL 60045

7 Beds

7.5 Baths

8,135 SqFt

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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Residential Lease

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Rent

Square Footage 8,135 sqft

MLS Listing ID 12707210

Bedrooms 7

Full Baths 7

Half Baths 1

Year Built 1982

Available Date 2026-09-01

Lot Dimensions 210x490.13x150.27x486.48

Property Sub-Type Residential Lease

Property Description

EXECUTIVE LUXURY FURNISHED RENTAL IN LAKE FOREST - Set on more than two private acres bordering the Derwen Mawr Nature Preserve, this exceptional estate offers a rare opportunity to enjoy one of Lake Forest's most extraordinary settings. Protected open lands, resort-style amenities, and walkability come together in a location that is increasingly difficult to find. Wake to peaceful preserve views as deer wander through the backyard, enjoy miles of scenic Open Lands trails just beyond your property, and walk to downtown Lake Forest, top-rated schools, Metra, and the beach. Designed for both grand entertaining and comfortable everyday living, this timeless brick residence offers more than 8,000 square feet of beautifully appointed living space with seven bedrooms, seven full and one-half baths, a dramatic great room with vaulted ceilings and fireplace, an expanded primary suite with a spa-inspired marble bath, five en-suite bedrooms on the second floor, and a spacious third-floor suite with a family room, bedroom, and full bath-ideal for guests, teens, or extended family. The resort-style amenities make every day feel like a private retreat. Enjoy a heated pool, expansive terrace, tennis and sport court, charming playhouse, professionally landscaped grounds, and exceptional privacy rarely found this close to town. A four-car garage with a private three-room apartment above provides outstanding flexibility for guests, an au pair, live-in staff, or a private home office, fitness studio, or creative space. Offered fully furnished, this exceptional lease is designed for effortless living. Lease includes lawn care, snow removal, and pool maintenance, providing a truly turnkey luxury lifestyle. Ideal for executive relocation, temporary housing during a custom home build or renovation, corporate housing, or anyone seeking an exceptional North Shore residence. Experience one of Lake Forest's most distinctive estate properties, where natural beauty, exceptional amenities, and an unbeatable location come together to create an extraordinary place to call home. Flexible lease terms available.

Location

State IL

County Lake

Area Lake Forest

Rooms

Basement Finished, Crawl Space, Egress Window, Concrete, Rec/Family Area, Storage Space, Full

Interior

Interior Features Vaulted Ceiling(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Wet Bar, In-Law Floorplan, 1st Floor Full Bath, Bookcases, High Ceilings, Beamed Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Special Millwork, Cocktail Lounge, Granite Counters, Health Facilities, Separate Dining Room, Paneling, Pantry, Workshop

Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned, Radiant Floor

Cooling Central Air

Flooring Hardwood, Carpet

Fireplaces Number 4

Fireplaces Type Gas Log, Gas Starter

Equipment TV-Cable, Security System, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn, Generator, Multiple Water Heaters

Furnishings Yes

Fireplace Y

Appliance Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Freezer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Cooktop, Oven, Range Hood, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Electric Oven, Humidifier

Laundry Upper Level, Gas Dryer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Laundry Closet, Multiple Locations, Sink

Exterior

Exterior Feature Lighting

Garage Spaces 4.0

Roof Type Shake

Building

Lot Description Corner Lot, Cul-De-Sac, Forest Preserve Adjacent, Nature Preserve Adjacent, Landscaped, Wooded, Backs to Trees/Woods, Garden

Dwelling Type Residential Lease

Building Description Brick, No

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public

Level or Stories 3 Stories

Structure Type Brick

Schools

Elementary Schools Sheridan Elementary School

Middle Schools Deer Path Middle School

High Schools Lake Forest High School

School District 67 , 67, 115

Others

Special Listing Condition List Broker Must Accompany

Pets Allowed Cats OK, Deposit Required, Dogs OK

Listed by Juli Hallas of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

Nearby School & Business

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MY BLOGS

Vacant Land Scams are REAL

About 6 months ago, I received an email from (let’s call him) Charlie. A “nothing out of the ordinary” email from a common (and mildly validating) charlie…..@hotmail stating: “I have owned the lot for many years, but a couple of years ago I moved from Illinois to California, and I would like to sell

THE FRONT PORCH SWING

Oh, the memories. I remember my girls spending countless hours swinging front to back and side to side, hanging out with the neighborhood kids, splashing with the water hose, or crafting top-secret plans with their imaginations. It was awesome. How times have changed. With my two youngest girls slow

less is more, unless, it’s for less.

I hated looking for matching socks. Every day, my job required me to remove shoes at nearly every doorstep, and matching my socks was a daily frustration. Each day, I’d get my MLS home showing sheets ready, the electronic key card that opens lock-boxes, get dressed with minutes turning into seconds

Contact Us

Phone

+1(847) 910-5022

mario@fourdaughtersrealestate.com

Address

205 W. Miner Street, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, USA