171 West Laurel Avenue

Lake Forest, IL 60045

$3,500,000
Last Sold Price
6
Beds
4
Baths
3
1/2 Baths
8,577 Sq. Ft.
$408 / Sq. Ft.
8,577
Sq. Ft.
$408
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Spectacular private family or multi-generational compound is sited perfectly on 4+ acres, between Lake Forest's town center and open lands, along the historic Green Bay Road corridor. Featuring the main 16 room brick Georgian, the property also includes a 7 room updated coach house, a gentleman's outbuilding and an additional 3 car garage (for a total of 7 spaces). An additional adjacent 5 acres (included in this offering) provides incredible views, privacy and a true country feeling. The main home...Spectacular private family or multi-generational compound is sited perfectly on 4+ acres, between Lake Forest's town center and open lands, along the historic Green Bay Road corridor. Featuring the main 16 room brick Georgian, the property also includes a 7 room updated coach house, a gentleman's outbuilding and an additional 3 car garage (for a total of 7 spaces). An additional adjacent 5 acres (included in this offering) provides incredible views, privacy and a true country feeling. The main home is beautifully scaled and elegantly proportioned and the floor-plans are thoughtfully designed. The first floor main rooms feature 10 foot ceilings and are filled with southern light. Also on this level is a living room with fireplace, cherry paneled library with fireplace, wine room and bar area, dining room, country kitchen with fireplace and walk-in pantry, utility room, storage room, two bedrooms with baths and a formal powder room. The first floor primary bedroom wing is a flexible arrangement of rooms; main bedroom with fireplace, two substantial dressing rooms, walk-in closet plus additional walls of closets, an office and 1.5 baths. The second floor has 9 foot ceilings and is reached from the foyer's two story elegant floating staircase, and features 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, dressing room and large walk-in closet, which would make an excellent second floor laundry area. This classic one owner estate was designed by well-known architect, Walter Frazier. Frazier perfectly sited the home on the hill to take advantage of the vistas and sunsets to the west over open lands. High quality building standards were utilized throughout, including Ludowici tile roof, concrete construction, stone and hardwood flooring, Phase 3 electric, and 16 zones HVAC. With flexibility in mind, there is a charming, updated 3 bedroom, 2 bath guest house; an additional outbuilding used as a gentleman's retreat providing additional garage space, workroom, kennels, attic storage and 2 rooms of vaulted ceilinged living space with 1/2 bath and kitchenette; and a separate 3 car garage. The eastern section of the 9 acres houses all of the structures and the grounds allow for a pool to be perfectly placed to receive the sun. The patios have stunning views of the 5 acres of dedicated conservation land (managed by LFOLA) and enjoy colorful sunsets. Immerse yourself in nature, but be only minutes from vibrant Market Square, this one-of-a-kind location and estate is waiting for the next generation to enjoy. (Original blueprints and landscape plans are available for previewing. See square footage comments for sizes of outbuildings, sold in trust and as is.)
  1. Listed by Marcia Rowley • Coldwell Banker Realty

Sold By Compass

Property Details for 171 West Laurel Avenue

Area
Lake Forest
Township
Shields
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
7.0
Num Of Cars
7.0
Num of Interior Fireplaces
4
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas
Architectural Style
Georgian
LISTING UPDATED: 11/11/2022 02:02 AM

Property Details for 171 West Laurel Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #11456752
Days on Market124
Taxes$82,290 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1970
Lot Size9.29 AC / 404,672 SF
CountyLake County

Building Information for 171 West Laurel Avenue

Stories-Year Built1970Building Size-Lot Size9.29 AC / 404,672 SF

Property Information for 171 West Laurel Avenue

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 67
  • Elementary School: Sheridan Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Deer Path Middle School
  • High School District: 115
  • High School: Lake Forest High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 67
Addtl Parking Information
  • Garage Details: Heated, Multiple Garages
  • Garage On Site: true
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Attached, Detached
  • Parking: Garage
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: South
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Additional Parcels: Yes
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Bar-Wet, Hardwood Floors, First Floor Bedroom, In-Law Arrangement, First Floor Laundry, First Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Ceiling - 10 Foot, Some Carpeting, Drapes/Blinds, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room
  • Num Of Rooms: 14
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Attic: Unfinished
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 6
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room,Master Bedroom,Den/Library
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Foyer, Library, Suite, Sitting Room, Office, Storage
  • Num of Baths: 4.3
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public, Sewer-Storm
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Oven-Double, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Refrigerator-Bar, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Wine Cooler/Refrigerator, Gas Cooktop
  • Other Equipment: Security System, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn, Multiple Water Heaters
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Patio
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 51-60 Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Description: Fenced Yard
  • Lot Size: 8.0-9.99 Acres
  • Lot Dimensions: 960 X 421 X 961 X 420
  • Other Structures: Guest House, Outbuilding, Second Garage
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Roof Type: Tile
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: Historical District
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 0
  • Photos Count: 56
  • Rural: N
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
  • Virtual Tour Date: 07-07-2022
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full, Double Sink, Tub & Separate Shwr
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 17X24
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 15X18
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 15X18
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 14X16
Bedroom #5 Information
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 12X17
Bedroom #6 Information
  • 6th Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 6
  • Bedroom #6 Room Dimensions: 8X12
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 16X23
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 13X21
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 18X26
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 8X26
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 22X36
Storage Room 1 Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Storage
  • Deck Dimensions: 9X17
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Deck Dimensions: 19X25
Office Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Office
  • Deck Dimensions: 9X12
Sitting Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sitting Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 15X17
Suite Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Suite
  • Deck Dimensions: 13X15
Library Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Library
  • Deck Dimensions: 17X20

Property History for 171 West Laurel Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 171 West Laurel Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$620,656Additions$811,676Total$1,432,332
Tax Record2023$77,907 ($6,492 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths5Total Finished SqFt8,577 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt8,577 SqFtStories1Lot Size185,566 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1969CountyLAKEAPN12-29-403-003Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 171 West Laurel Avenue

This home is within Lake Forest School District 67.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 4
Public - 5 to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Sheridan Elementary School
PublicPK to 4

Deer Path Middle School East
Public5 to 6

Deer Path Middle School West
Public7 to 8

Lake Forest High School
Public9 to 12

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