Exquisitely maintained and thoughtfully updated, this distinctive French Normandy residence sits gracefully on 1.6 acres of professionally landscaped grounds. Built by the renowned Orren Pickell, the home offers 6 bedrooms, 6.1 bathrooms, a 4-car attached garage, and an unmatched blend of craftsmanship and modern luxury. A dramatic two-story foyer welcomes you into this sensational property. At its heart is the fully remodeled kitchen (August 2025)-a true showpiece. Designed for both beauty and function, it boasts a striking double island with quartz waterfall countertops, matching quartz backsplash, and custom cabinetry reimagined to complement the built-in hutch with a more refined aesthetic. Outfitted with top-of-the-line 2025 Subzero and Wolf appliances, the kitchen includes a 48" French door Subzero refrigerator, 30" double Wolf ovens, 48" Wolf 6-burner cooktop with infrared grill, Subzero beverage refrigerator, and dual Subzero undercounter refrigerator drawers-an entertainer's dream. The kitchen flows seamlessly into the inviting family room with vaulted ceiling, built-in cabinetry, and a see-through fireplace, as well as the fabulous, screened porch and deck overlooking the lush property. The expansive deck, finished in Brazilian hardwood and equipped with an outdoor TV, speakers and gas line for grill provides the perfect vantage point for enjoying the serene surroundings. Additional first-floor spaces include a gracious living room with fireplace, elegant dining room with wainscoting, updated formal powder room, and a richly paneled library with fireplace. A former greenhouse has been transformed into a versatile office or sitting room with its own HVAC, creating a seamless connection between the main level and the English basement. An oversized and attached 4 car garage with walk in attic storage, opens to a spacious mud room with a full bathroom and newly renovated first floor laundry room. The English basement is a destination in itself, featuring a large playroom, separate entertaining area with fireplace and custom bar, wine cellar, exercise room, two bedrooms, and a full bath. Unlike traditional basements, this lower level sits above grade, offering abundant natural light and sweeping views of the private backyard. Upstairs, the second level showcases four generously sized ensuite bedrooms with new hardwood flooring throughout. The serene primary suite centers around a fireplace and features two walk-in closets along with a luxuriously renovated spa bath offering a walk-in steam shower, heated floors, jetted tub, dual sinks with ample storage, and a private water closet. Outdoors, the property transforms into a true retreat with mature trees, a meandering creek, expansive deck, new stone patio with firepit, irrigation system, and professional landscape lighting. Three-quarters of an acre has been cleared and reimagined with lush grass and 13 privacy evergreens, creating a fully usable and secluded setting. With its unbeatable location near the Metra, shopping, and dining, this home blends timeless architecture with modern updates and enduring quality-an extraordinary offering in every way!
Contingent
$2,899,000
1485 Abington Cambs Dr, Lake Forest, IL 60045
6beds
6,142sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1993
1.61 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$472/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
See-through fireplaceProfessional landscape lightingMeandering creekIrrigation systemExercise roomWine cellarFully remodeled kitchen
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 14, 2026 at 07:26am
Listing courtesy of:
Emily Smart LeMire 312-319-1168,
Compass,
Dusanka Verschuur 312-953-3570,
Compass
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12553620
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 6
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Breakfast Room, Foyer, Library, Play Room, Bedroom 5, Screened Porch, Exercise Room, Recreation Room, Storage, Bedroom 6
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 504 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 28X18
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 304 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X16
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 304 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X16
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 462 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X22
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Lower
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X14
Bedroom 6
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Lower
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X10
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 384 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X16
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 336 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X16
Exercise room
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Lower
- Area: 336 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X16
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 580 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 29X20
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 616 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X28
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Pantry-Closet, Breakfast Room, Granite Counters, Pantry, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 432 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X18
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Travertine)
- Level: Main
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X11
Library
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 336 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X21
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 450 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X18
Play room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Lower
- Area: 792 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 33X24
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 792 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X36
Screened porch
- Features: Flooring (Porcelain Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X14
Storage
- Level: Lower
- Area: 962 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 37X26
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air, Radiant Floor
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Humidifier
- Laundry: Main Level, In Unit, Laundry Closet, Sink
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Finished,Exterior Entry,Full,Daylight
- Number of fireplaces: 5
- Fireplace features: Double Sided, Gas Log, Gas Starter, Family Room, Living Room, Basement, Other, Den/Library
Interior area
- Total structure area: 8,289
- Total interior livable area: 6,142 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Other, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 4
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch, Screened
- Fencing: Invisible
Lot
- Size: 1.61 Acres
- Dimensions: 235 X 261 X 274 X 234
Details
- Additional structures: Greenhouse
- Parcel number: 16063020320000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Other equipment: Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Shake
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1993
- Major remodel year: 2025
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Street Paved
- Security: Security System
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Lake Forest
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $472/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,345,902
- Annual tax amount: $30,729
- Date on market: 2/23/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/14/2026 | Contingent | $2,899,000$472/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12553620 Report a problem | ||
| 2/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,899,000-3.2%$472/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12553620 Report a problem | ||
| 10/1/2025 | Listing removed | $2,995,000$488/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12453976 Report a problem | ||
| 9/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,995,000+39.3%$488/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12453976 Report a problem | ||
| 6/27/2023 | Sold | $2,150,000-2.1%$350/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11763458 Report a problem | ||
| 6/22/2023 | Pending sale | $2,195,000$357/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11763458 Report a problem | ||
| 6/11/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 6/1/2023 | Contingent | $2,195,000$357/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11763458 Report a problem | ||
| 5/23/2023 | Listed for sale | $2,195,000+30.2%$357/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11763458 Report a problem | ||
| 11/7/2016 | Sold | $1,686,250-6.1%$275/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09139412 Report a problem | ||
| 7/26/2016 | Price change | $1,795,000-4.3%$292/sqft |
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| 5/24/2016 | Price change | $1,875,000-1.1%$305/sqft |
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| 4/5/2016 | Price change | $1,895,000-5%$309/sqft |
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| 2/16/2016 | Listed for sale | $1,995,000+13.2%$325/sqft |
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| 9/21/2012 | Sold | $1,762,500-11.7%$287/sqft |
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| 7/16/2012 | Price change | $1,995,000-9.3%$325/sqft |
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| 6/30/2012 | Listed for rent | $10,000$2/sqft |
Source: Prudential Rubloff #08103512 Report a problem | ||
| 4/11/2012 | Price change | $2,199,000-8.3%$358/sqft |
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| 2/22/2012 | Price change | $2,399,000-7.7%$391/sqft |
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| 10/4/2011 | Listed for sale | $2,599,000+142.1%$423/sqft |
Source: Koenig & Strey Real Living #07915896 Report a problem | ||
| 9/29/1997 | Sold | $1,073,333$175/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $27,361 +1% | $538,323 +20% |
| 2022 | $27,079 +5.8% | $448,589 -3.2% |
| 2021 | $25,603 +2.7% | $463,184 +3.5% |
| 2020 | $24,924 +4.9% | $447,512 +0.2% |
| 2019 | $23,771 -15.1% | $446,752 -20.7% |
| 2018 | $27,999 | $563,670 +0.3% |
| 2017 | $27,999 +4.7% | $561,872 +3.9% |
| 2016 | $26,729 -11% | $540,625 +6.4% |
| 2015 | $30,039 +2.9% | $507,963 -9.4% |
| 2014 | $29,205 +3.5% | $560,940 +0.9% |
| 2012 | $28,207 +4.6% | $555,992 -6.8% |
| 2011 | $26,964 +7.9% | $596,536 -0.2% |
| 2010 | $24,986 +3.1% | $597,632 -5.6% |
| 2009 | $24,236 +1.6% | $633,219 -2.2% |
| 2008 | $23,848 -9.5% | $647,794 +2.8% |
| 2006 | $26,344 -0.7% | $630,212 |
| 2005 | $26,535 -3.9% | -- |
| 2004 | $27,599 -2.9% | -- |
| 2003 | $28,423 +2.1% | -- |
| 2002 | $27,851 +5.4% | -- |
| 2001 | $26,421 +2.4% | $596,726 +6.4% |
| 2000 | $25,815 | $560,873 |
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Est. payment
$21,231/mo
Principal & interest
$14950
Property taxes
$6281
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 60045
Getting around
15 / 100
Car-DependentNearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Everett Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 1 mi
- 9/10Deer Path Middle School WestGrades: 7-8Distance: 2.1 mi
- 10/10Lake Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Everett Elementary School
- Middle: Deer Path Middle School
- High: Lake Forest High School
- District: 67
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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