Courtesy: @properties Christie's International Real Estate
847-295-0700
The value is in the land! This exceptional 1.82-acre parcel offers an unparalleled opportunity to build your dream home in coveted East Lake Forest. Located on a picturesque street surrounded by impressive estates, this lot is the perfect setting for new construction. Currently, a 4-bedroom, 2.1-bathroom split-level home sits on the property, but the real value lies in the land itself. Fabulous location -- a convenient walk to town and to Lake Forest Country Day School. There is no builder affiliation, so you have the freedom to choose your own builder. Don't miss this rare opportunity to build in one of the most desirable areas of Lake Forest!
Courtesy: Compass
847-379-5898
This is a luxury new construction home built by Arthur J. Greene Construction Co, a top North Shore builder. The home sits on 1.24 acres in the Windridge subdivision and has a stucco and stone exterior with a 4 car garage. It is designed for someone who wants space, quality, and privacy. The main floor has an open layout with 10 foot ceilings. The great room has a fireplace and opens to a chef's kitchen with a breakfast room and a walk in pantry. There is a large mudroom with custom built in lockers, a laundry room, a formal dining room with a butler's pantry, and a main floor office or bedroom with an adjoining full bath. A screened porch and a sunroom give you wide views of the property. The second floor has an open loft, a second laundry room, and four ensuite bedrooms. The primary suite has a spa like bath and an enormous walk in closet. The finished basement has 10 foot ceilings, a huge rec room, plus another bedroom and full bath. Every detail has been carefully chosen for luxury buyers, and there is still time to customize. Buyer summary * Location benefits: Set on 1.24 acres in the Windridge subdivision on the North Shore. * Interior highlights: 10 foot ceilings, great room with fireplace, chef's kitchen, breakfast room, walk in pantry, formal dining room with butler's pantry, main floor office or bedroom with full bath, loft, two laundry rooms, four ensuite bedrooms, spa level primary suite, finished basement with rec room and extra bed and bath. * Exterior highlights: Stucco and stone exterior, screened porch, sunroom with panoramic views, and a 4 car garage. * Lifestyle fit: For someone who wants new construction, high quality finishes, large indoor and outdoor spaces, and the ability to personalize the final details.
Courtesy: Baird & Warner
773-697-5555
Welcome to 860 Gage Lane, a spacious home offering six bedrooms, six and a half baths, an office, a bar, an exercise room, heated 3.5 car attached garage, and a large yard on 1.4 acres. This bright home is located on a very private and quiet street at the end of a cul-de-sac. As you enter, natural light floods the space through large windows. The first areas you'll notice on the main level are the living room, formal dining room, powder room, and a sunny office with a fireplace and built-ins. The open floor plan features a light-filled, two-story family room with east-facing exposure, connected to the kitchen. The kitchen offers Sub-Zero, Viking, and Gaggenau appliances, an island, a butler's pantry with a Whirlpool wine cooler (2022), wine storage, and a breakfast room. The kitchen overlooks the professionally landscaped yard and patio. A cozy sitting room with a fireplace adjoins the family room and provides access to the large backyard. Past the kitchen, you'll find a spacious laundry room. The private first floor bedroom with an en-suit bathroom and separate access to the patio is perfect for guests or live-in residents who need extra privacy. Upstairs, the primary suite features a sitting area, four closets, and a sun-filled bathroom with separate vanities, a soaking tub, a separate shower, a skylight, and views of the backyard. The second floor also offers three additional bedrooms, two with en-suite bathrooms, and a full hall bathroom. The bedroom adjacent to the primary is ideal as a nursery, seating area, or dressing room. A loft balcony overlooks the family, sitting, and breakfast rooms. The fully finished basement includes another bedroom with ample closet space and a full bathroom. The basement also features a built-out bar with a wine cooler, beverage refrigerator, ice maker, and liquor cabinet. There's a custom office with two desks and filing cabinets, an exercise room, a recreation room with built-ins for TV and media, a play area, and plenty of storage. Additional features include solid hardwood floors (refinished 2022), surround sound speakers throughout (including the patio), ceiling heights ranging from 9 to 20 feet, a new chandelier and sconces in the family room (2022), an underground sprinkler system with a new controller (2023), a new fence with two gates (2022), a new sump pump (2022), hot water heaters (2015), and a Bosch air conditioning unit for the second level (2022). The roof and mechanicals (other than mentioned) are original from 1999. The expansive fenced-in yard offers space for a pool or tennis court. Conveniently located near the Metra and minutes from downtown Lake Forest.
Courtesy: Compass
847-446-9600
Explore a remarkable lakefront estate in Rockland, gracefully positioned along the shores of Lake Michigan. Built By J.Timothy Builders of Lake Geneva & Chicago. This unique property boasts a pristine private beach with inviting white sand and a fully equipped beach house. Accessible by steps or a funicular, the secluded beach offers both convenience and excitement. Nestled within a tranquil setting, this gated property, built in 2020, spans three levels of luxurious living. This smart home provides breathtaking panoramic views of the lake from nearly every room. The first floor, featuring custom white oak flooring, includes a chef's kitchen with bespoke cabinetry, a breakfast nook, and a cozy fireplace. A music room, family room, en-suite bedroom, living area, and formal dining room all offer stunning lake vistas. On the second floor, the private primary suite serves as a peaceful retreat, complete with dual walk-in closets, a fireplace, and a sitting/meditation room. Additionally, four spacious en-suite family bedrooms ensure ample space and comfort. The lower level is designed for relaxation and entertainment, featuring a secondary kitchen, game room, billiards room, two en-suite bedrooms, a grand room, sauna, fully equipped gym, and a state-of-the-art theater for an exceptional viewing experience. An elevator provides seamless access to all levels for added convenience.
Courtesy: Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
312-751-0300
Beautiful corner, wooded lot with white fence & gate at front landscape. Charming, traditional home located in central Lake Forest. Easy access to highway 41 and tollway. Separate 2-4 car garage has windows & shutters - could be studio or storage. Inviting large foyer leads to sunny living room with hardwood floors & accent fireplace. Family room has wide planked pegged hardwood floors, wet bar, built in cabinets & shelving around brick wood burning fireplace. Sliding doors open to patio & yard. Kitchen includes eating area, hardwood floors, white cabinetry, center island, granite counters & stainless steel appliances. 1st floor laundry/mudroom is transitional to 2 car attached garage. 2nd floor has hardwood under all carpet. Extra large expanded master bedroom offers an adjoining sitting room/office. Large unfinished, easily accessed basement. Short drive to schools, downtown Lake Forest, trains, shopping and restaurants.
Courtesy: Compass
847-379-5898
Situated in an elite and private 1.7-acre enclave in Lake Forest, this stunning new construction is the epitome of high-end living, a testament to the impeccable craftsmanship of Arthur J Greene Construction, one of the North Shore's premier builders. With over 5700 sq ft of luxurious living space, plus a beautifully finished basement, this home is a showstopper, designed for those who appreciate the finer things in life. This architectural gem showcases a modern, open-plan layout that is both inviting and grand, perfect for sophisticated living and entertaining. The centerpiece is the gourmet kitchen, a culinary masterpiece with state-of-the-art appliances, custom cabinetry, an impressive island, and a remarkable walk-in pantry. This kitchen is a dream for any home chef. The main level is a symphony of luxury, featuring a family room with wall of windows, a well-equipped mudroom with lockers and walk-in closet, a banquet-sized dining room with a butler's pantry, a stylish office, and a screened porch offering panoramic views - an entertainer's paradise. The primary suite is a haven of tranquility, boasting a spa-like bathroom with dual vanities, a soaking tub, and a vast walk-in closet. Adding to the allure is the exquisitely finished basement with a 10 ft pour and a large 4-car garage. Located in one of the most desirable neighborhoods, this property combines serene privacy with proximity to top-tier schools. Don't miss the chance to own this unparalleled new construction home that's all about luxury living. Welcome to your dream home!
Courtesy: Baird & Warner
847-432-0500
Own an exceptional piece of Chicago history. Once the centerpiece of a 480 acre estate known as Mill Road Farm, this magnificent home was built in 1926 for Albert D. Lasker, the father of American advertising, and designed by the renown Chicago architect, David Adler. This 17th c., French Renaissance Revival manor house contains 25,000 SF and is set on 7.52 acres of land located on the west side of Lake Forest. The interior of the home offers old world craftsmanship, rare finishes of an exceptional high quality such as the parquet de Versailles flooring plus antique paneling, and are all original except for modern amenities necessary for modern living. The home features 52 rooms, 11 full bathrooms, 4 half bathrooms, 13 fireplaces and an independent five car garage. Main level offers a second Primary Suite. there are at least 11 bedrooms, but we did not list them all.
Lake Forest is located in Illinois. Lake Forest, Illinois has a population of 19,450. Lake Forest is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 34.87% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 36.27%.
The median household income in Lake Forest, Illinois is $194,267. The median household income for the surrounding county is $97,127 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Lake Forest is 46.4 years.
The average high temperature in July is 82.4 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 15.9 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 35.4 inches per year, with 38 inches of snow per year.
