This nearly 3 acre estate is located down a private drive off of Green Bay Road in the heart of East Lake Forest. Designed for Samuel J walker in 1927 by Walter Frazier, with additions and alterations by David Adler in 1935. Perfect for the buyer with a passion for historic homes that exude character with fine features woven throughout and architectural details that can't be replicated today. Graced with beautifully scaled rooms, Zuber wall coverings, incredible moldings and timeless vintage details, this home features the unsurpassed European charm of the 1920's. The handsome white oak family room has numerous bookcases and is anchored by one of five unique fireplaces. Two lovely sunrooms offer gorgeous views of the sweeping grounds with French doors that open to the expansive stone patio. The grand dining room with fireplace also has French doors out to patio. Upstairs, the primary bedroom with fireplace has the luxury of two separate bathrooms and closets. There are two additional ensuite bedrooms on this level, as well as a sitting room/bedroom with another full bath nearby. Accessed by a separate staircase, there are two additional rooms and a full bath over the garage. Step outside to enjoy the stunning grounds and sparkling pool with mid-century Frazier designed pool house that includes 2 changing rooms and baths and entertaining space with kitchenette.
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$2,400,000
3 S Green Bay Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
5beds
5,275sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1927
2.91 Acres Lot
$2,583,000 Zestimate®
$455/sqft
$7,673 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,583,000
$2.32M - $2.89M
$7,673/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: September 19, 2024 at 01:00pm
Listing courtesy of:
Jean Anderson 847-254-1850,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago,
Donna Mancuso 847-347-8245,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Bought with:
Jerry Golf
ARNI Realty Incorporated
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 11999811
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 10
- Full bathrooms: 9
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 323 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X17
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 352 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X16
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 285 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X15
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X11
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 160 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X10
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 378 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X18
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 459 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 27X17
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Other
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X6
Other
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Main
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X14
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Island)
- Level: Main
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X14
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 432 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X18
Pantry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Main
- Area: 81 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X9
Sitting room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Sun room
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X10
Heating
- Steam
Cooling
- Partial, Wall Unit(s)
Features
- In-Law Floorplan, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, High Ceilings, Historic/Period Mlwk
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished,Cellar,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 5
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Dining Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 5,275 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Detached
- Attached garage spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Pool features: In Ground
Lot
- Size: 2.91 Acres
- Dimensions: 371X698X318X170
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Pool House
- Additional parcels included: 16041000180000
- Parcel number: 16041000170000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1927
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer, Storm Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Lake Forest
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/19/2024 | Sold | $2,400,000-14.3%$455/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11999811 Report a problem | ||
| 9/4/2024 | Pending sale | $2,799,000$531/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11999811 Report a problem | ||
| 8/22/2024 | Contingent | $2,799,000$531/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11999811 Report a problem | ||
| 4/19/2024 | Listed for sale | $2,799,000+2756.1%$531/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11999811 Report a problem | ||
| 1/16/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11790072 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $22,297 -13.9% | $361,787 -2.7% |
| 2022 | $25,899 +5.5% | $371,685 -15.8% |
| 2021 | $24,552 +2.9% | $441,393 +3.4% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60045
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Deer Path Middle School EastGrades: 5-6Distance: 0.8 mi
- 9/10Deer Path Middle School WestGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 10/10Lake Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Sheridan 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.