Homes for sale - 690 S Ridge Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045

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Melissa Overman

melissaoverman@gmail.com +1(815) 210-5141

$ 3,750,000

Est. payment | -/mo

5 Beds

7 Baths

8,225 SqFt

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$ 3,750,000

Est. payment | -/mo

Save

5 Beds

7 Baths

8,225 SqFt

Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Detached Single

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 8,225 sqft

Price per Sqft $455

MLS Listing ID 12213116

Bedrooms 5

Full Baths 6

Half Baths 2

Year Built 1931

Annual Tax Amount $56,313

Tax Year 2023

Lot Size 1.800 Acres

Lot Dimensions 1.8

Property Description

Welcome to this architecturally inspiring French Normandy home built in 1931 that was completely rebuilt and expanded in 2005. The Poulton Group created a truly remarkable residence that seamlessly integrates design, materials, and craftsmanship, all while maintaining a profound connection to its setting. Set on 1.8 beautifully manicured acres, the home was designed to enjoy the views from every room. The gallery, a wide hallway with four sets of French doors, overlooks the beautiful pool and professionally landscaped backyard, while the formal living room features six sets of French doors. The library features elegant wood paneling and two sets of French doors that open to an enchanting walled garden, leading you through the winding boxwoods and rose garden. The opulent first floor primary suite is strategically located near the office in its own private wing of the house and the primary bathroom has radiant heated floors. The unparalleled primary closet has two floors and four separate rooms. The spacious kitchen with a gorgeous fireplace is the heart of the home, with an elegant yet expansive butler's pantry that connects to the dining room and a top-of-the-line Lacanche stove, CornuFe' 90 hood, and Hestan 48" gas range. The sunroom also has heated floors and a picturesque view of the woodlands area of the gardens. The living room and family room boast stunning cathedral ceilings, the primary bedroom features a 14 foot tray ceiling. This home is an enchanted tapestry of wood and stone, with timber-framed ceilings, custom doors, built-ins, exquisite paint finishes and features five gas-start wood burning fireplaces all on the first floor. All five bedrooms are ensuite, ensuring privacy and comfort. There are six full and two half baths. The new pool, hot tub, hardscape landscaping, and a driveway spacious enough for the professionally painted pickleball court create a private retreat. The home also features a theater room, sauna, exercise room, wine cellar and additional third floor bonus room. The slate roof was recently maintained and promises a 100+ year life span. This property is a showcase in every respect-truly an opportunity of a lifetime!Few Facts: Marcus Lemonis owned this home, The seller is a Real Estate Broker. Utilities: North Shore Gas and ComEd. Note: This listing will go on the active market after the first of the year.

Location

State IL

County Lake

Rooms

Basement Full

Interior

Interior Features Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Skylight(s), Sauna/Steam Room, Bar-Dry, Hardwood Floors, First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Laundry, First Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Beamed Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Health Facilities, Pantry

Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air, Indv Controls, Zoned

Cooling Central Air, Zoned

Fireplaces Number 5

Fireplaces Type Gas Log

Fireplace Y

Appliance Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator

Laundry In Unit, Multiple Locations

Exterior

Exterior Feature Patio, Hot Tub, Porch Screened, In Ground Pool, Outdoor Grill, Fire Pit, Other

Parking Features Attached, Detached

Garage Spaces 4.0

Pool in ground pool

View Y/N true

Roof Type Slate

Building

Lot Description Fenced Yard, Landscaped, Wooded

Story 3 Stories

Sewer Public Sewer, Overhead Sewers

Water Lake Michigan, Public

New Construction false

Schools

Elementary Schools Everett Elementary School

Middle Schools Deer Path Middle School

High Schools Lake Forest High School

School District 67, 67, 115

Others

HOA Fee Include None

Ownership Fee Simple

Special Listing Condition List Broker Must Accompany

Listed by Victoria Waliczek • Coldwell Banker Realty

"My job is to find and attract mastery-based agents to the office, protect the culture, and make sure everyone is happy! "

+1(815) 210-5141

melissaoverman@gmail.com

50 S Main St, Naperville, IL, 60540, USA

690 S Ridge Road Lake Forest, IL 60045