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1421 Lake Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045
$7,750,000
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Property Description
Designed in 1928 by David Adler, the current owners have brought it into the 21st century, lovingly maintaining historical integrity while crafting an elegant home of enduring quality. Adler was renowned for his skill in placing homes in a way that they maximize natural light & provide an optimal living experience, & there is no better example of this than 1421 Lake. Situated beautifully on almost 3 acres, the home & private setting meld w/breathtaking lake views from almost every room. Portico entry w/barreled ceiling & bluestone walkway welcomes visitors with views of south gardens. Foyer features stunning original herringbone tile in glaze color chosen by Adler's sister, designer Frances Elkins, to reflect the color of the lake. Adler's trademark bent wood staircase graces entry. Large living room with 10' ceiling has pegged wooden floors refinished in 2022 & original, floor-to-ceiling built-ins. Relax by the fireplace with stunning mantel & original backplate. Wall of windows overlooks patio, lawn & lake. Exquisite sunroom has windows & 12' doors on 3 sides for all-season enjoyment of garden & lake, and lovely fireplace. Dining room has original Dutch Delft tiles surrounding fireplace & baseboard & beautiful barrel ceiling. Brand-new kitchen, butler's pantry, mudrooms, & family room designed by Morgante-Wilson Architects in 2022. The spectacular result: state-of-the-art chef's kitchen & open living plan seamlessly extending Adler's vision while crafting elegant home for intimate events & large celebrations. Kitchen has rift & quarter-sawn white oak hardwood floors, 2 islands w/Cambria quartz counters, large farm sink & prep sink, custom cabinetry, 2 sets of SubZero refrigerator drawers, Scotsman gourmet ice machine, & side-by-side SubZero refrigerator & freezer. The 60" Wolf stove w/double ovens nestles underneath reclaimed barn wood detail, matching Adler's exposed timber on east side of home. Large windows on 3 sides of kitchen fill room w/natural light for spectacular sunrises & sunsets. Gorgeous hardwood floors continue through family room w/custom shelving, built-in banquette, wet bar w/Brazilian Marinace stone counter, additional SubZero drawers & Scotsman nugget ice machine. West mudroom features herringbone fire-glazed tile, a 45" Kohler farm sink, white oak lockers, & custom stone counter. Going up the bent wood staircase reveals charming library w/wall-to-wall bookshelves & window seat looking over lawn & lake. Step into the primary suite w/gas log fireplace & full-sized dressing room & closet. The suite has 2 full baths, each w/Carrara marble heated flooring. 4 additional bedrooms on the 2nd floor all have built-ins, original sconces & arched doorways. 2nd floor has a wonderful sleeping porch. Updated 3rd floor is marvelous, w/2 bedrooms, 1 currently being enjoyed as a fabulous bunk room. Full bath & cedar closet complete 3rd floor. Outside, a complete & professional restoration of grounds enables four-season enjoyment of property. Newer 3 car garage includes 240V electric for car charging & storage attic. Composite stairs & boardwalk to sandy beach built in 2022, including a platform with bench storage providing panoramic views of lake. An all-property irrigation system was installed, including fully irrigated, raised planters in vegetable & flower gardens. LED landscape lighting highlights home, pathways, & beach steps. Wood-burning fire circle has stunning views of lake & home, & large gas fire feature anchors east patio. Spacious outdoor kitchen with 42" Lynx gas grill, Lynx beverage refrigerator & Marvel freezer has stunning lake views. Unique property enjoys 288' of protected sandy beach w/south & east exposures. Storage for beach equipment added in 2022. Energy-efficient upgrades: cedar shake roof 2023, NTI boilers & water heater, Mitsubishi HVAC, & exterior air conditioning condensers, 2022. Generac generator, advanced Keyth security system w/integrated smoke and alarm system. Wired for perimeter camera.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1421 Lake Rd
General
- Sold For: $7,750,000
- Taxes: $64,684 (2022)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- MLS ID: 11847724
- Added to Site: 248 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Bar, Wet Bar, Hardwood Floors, Heated Floors, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Historic/Period Mlwk, Beamed Ceilings, Pantry
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Wood-Burning, Gas Log, Gas Starter
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High-End Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood, Water Purifier
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 8
- Full Bathrooms: 6
- Half Bathrooms: 2
- Bathroom Features: Separate Shower, Double Sink, European Shower, Soaking Tub
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 7
Additional Information
- Equipment: Humidifier, Security System, Sump Pump, Lawn Sprinkler, Generator, Multiple Water Heaters, Security Cameras
- Other Features: School Bus Service
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Patio, Screened Porch, Storms/Screens, Outdoor Grill, Fire Pit
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Ownership: Owned
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Number of Cars: 3
- Parking Type: Garage
- Garage Description: Garage Door Opener(s)
Location
- Area: Lake Forest
- County: Lake
- Driving Directions: Deerpath Road east to Lake, north to 1421
School Information
- School District: 67
- Midd School District: 67
- Elementary School: Sheridan Elementary School
- Middle School: Deer Path Middle School
- High School: Lake Forest High School
- Private School: Lake Forest High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning, SpacePak, Zoned
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Radiator(s), Zoned
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Other
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement Desc.: Full
- Roof: Shake
- Square Feet: 7,566
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1928
- Built Before 1978: Yes
- Remodeled/Updated: 2020
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Outdoor Kitchen
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 2.68
- Lot Size Range: 2.0 to 2.99 Acres
- Lot Dimensions: 200 x 409 x 160 x 125 x 22 x 183 x 34
- Driveway/Sidewalk: Circular
- Lot Features: Beach, Lake Front, Water View, Wooded
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1928
- Tax Amount: $64,684
- Tax Year: 2022
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 12282020270000
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Schools
Schools serving 1421 Lake Rd
School Districts:Lake Forest Community High School District 115, Lake Forest Sd 67
Rating | Name | Grades | Distance |
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1360 N Sheridan Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045 | K-4 | 0.4 mi | |
95 W Deerpath, Lake Forest, IL 60045 | 5-6 | 1.7 mi | |
155 W Deerpath, Lake Forest, IL 60045 | 7-8 | 1.7 mi | |
1285 N McKinley Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045 | 9-12 | 0.6 mi |
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Price & Sales History for 1421 Lake Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
11/15/2023
Sold
$7,750,000
-1.9%
MLS
9/12/2023
Listed
$7,900,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
1421 Lake Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 (MLS# 11847724) is a Single Family property that was sold at $7,750,000 on November 15, 2023. Want to learn more about 1421 Lake Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Lake Forest? You can browse all Lake Forest real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.