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990 E Illinois Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045
$2,449,000
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Property Description
Remarkable renovation of a classic English Manor estate set on 2 acres overlooking a beautiful ravine just 1 1/2 blocks from Lake Michigan. This spectacular 4800 sq ft East Lake Forest home built in 1926 by renowned architect James Gamble Rogers (commissioned by the Rockefellers) has been beautifully updated from top to bottom with luxury modern day finishes while maintaining the architecture and classic elegance of the home. Features include: hardwood floors throughout, graduated slate roof, stained glass windows, 9 ft ceilings, impeccable millwork & architectural details, 3 fireplaces, Briar hillstone window casings, stone wine cellar with lounge, and a phenomenal newly renovated gourmet chefs kitchen. Enter into a spacious foyer leading to the open concept living & dining room with a grand stone mantle fireplace and beautiful glass leaded windows and doors leading to your bluestone patio and large, lawned backyard. A perfect cozy family room with built ins and French doors for privacy is off the main living area and eat in kitchen. You'll fall in love with the expansive and newly renovated custom luxury chefs kitchen featuring: Integrated Subzero and Wolf appliances, a statement hood over double Wolf ovens, 2 dishwashers, a beautiful island with 2 beverage drawers and an icemaker, large pantry, a Subzero warming drawer perfect for entertaining, glass door cabinetry, and an abundance of cabinets and storage. The front grand staircase leads upstairs to 5 gracious sized bedrooms, a convenient second floor laundry room, and an oversized office/library with vaulted ceilings and beautiful built ins. Your luxurious primary suite includes 15 foot vaulted beamed ceilings, a stone fireplace, and a spa like bathroom with organized custom his and her vanities, walk in shower, a whirlpool soaking tub, and a large custom organized walk in closet. Stairs lead to the third floor with walk in attic. The lower finished level is incredible! It features a recreation room with new wood floors, a stone wine cellar and cigar lounge with fireplace, vacuum exhaust, and a powder room. Gorgeous boxwood gardens, bluestone patios, and wooded areas are perfect for outdoor entertaining with privacy. This meticulous property is remarkable in every way and is the perfect Lake Forest retreat that is just a short walk to the lake. Welcome home!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 990 E Illinois Rd
General
- Sold For: $2,449,000
- Taxes: $38,954 (2021)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- MLS ID: 11926808
- Added to Site: 107 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Hardwood Floors, Second Floor Laundry
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Master Bedroom, Other, Wood-Burning
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High-End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 5
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 2
- Basement Baths: Yes
- Bathroom Features: Whirlpool, Separate Shower, Steam Shower, Double Sink, Soaking Tub
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
Additional Information
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Historical District
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Patio
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Ownership: Owned
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Type: Garage
- Garage Description: Garage Door Opener(s), Transmitter(s)
Location
- Area: Lake Forest
- County: Lake
- Driving Directions: Sheridan Road to Illinois and then east towards Lake Michigan
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, Zoned
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: English
- Exterior Const.: Brick, Stone
- Basement Desc.: Full
- Roof: Slate
- Square Feet: 4,613
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1926
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 2
- Lot Size Range: 2.0 to 2.99 Acres
- Lot Dimensions: 237 x 556 x 232 x 556
- Driveway/Sidewalk: Circular
- Lot Features: Wooded, Mature Trees
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1926
- Tax Amount: $38,954
- Tax Year: 2021
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Property ID: 12343050740000
Listed by Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty
Sold by Dwell One Realty
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Schools
Schools serving 990 E Illinois Rd
School Districts:Lake Forest Community High School District 115, Lake Forest Sd 67
Rating | Name | Grades | Distance |
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95 W Deerpath, Lake Forest, IL 60045 | 5-6 | 1.4 mi | |
1360 N Sheridan Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045 | K-4 | 1.7 mi | |
155 W Deerpath, Lake Forest, IL 60045 | 7-8 | 1.4 mi | |
1285 N McKinley Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045 | 9-12 | 1.8 mi |
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Price & Sales History for 990 E Illinois Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/26/2024
Sold
$2,449,000
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MLS
1/11/2024
Listed
$2,449,000
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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.
990 E Illinois Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 (MLS# 11926808) is a Single Family property that was sold at $2,449,000 on January 26, 2024. Want to learn more about 990 E Illinois 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.