690 South Ridge Road

Lake Forest, IL 60045

$3,750,000
Price
5
Beds
6
Baths
2
1/2 Baths
8,225 Sq. Ft.
$456 / Sq. Ft.
8,225
Sq. Ft.
$456
per Sq. Ft.

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...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.
  1. Listed by Victoria Waliczek • Coldwell Banker Realty

Property Details for 690 South Ridge Road

Area
Lake Forest
Township
West Deerfield
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
4.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
4.0
Num of Interior Fireplaces
5
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air, Indv Controls, Zoned

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LISTING UPDATED: 01/06/2025 11:02 AM

Property Details for 690 South Ridge Road

StatusNew
MLS #12213116
Days on Market49
Taxes$56,313 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 3 Stories
Year Built1931
Lot Size1.80 AC / 78,408 SF
CountyLake County

Building Information for 690 South Ridge Road

Stories-Year Built1931Building Size-Lot Size1.80 AC / 78,408 SF

Property Information for 690 South Ridge Road

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 67
  • Elementary School: Everett 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: Garage Door Opener(s), Transmitter(s), Heated
  • Garage On Site: true
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Attached, Detached
  • Parking: Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property 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
  • Num Of Rooms: 14
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Door Features: French Doors
  • Bath Amenities: Separate Shower,Steam Shower,Double Sink,Soaking Tub
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 5
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air, Zoned
  • Electric: Service - 400 Amp or Greater
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room,Den/Library,Dining Room,Kitchen
  • Room Type: Balcony/Porch/Lanai, Bonus Room, Bedroom 5, Exercise Room, Foyer, Library, Pantry, Screened Porch, Sitting Room, Storage, Theatre Room
  • Num of Baths: 6.2
Exterior Features
  • Type: 3 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public, Overhead Sewers
  • Water: Lake Michigan, Public
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Wine Cooler/Refrigerator
  • Other Equipment: Security System, Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn, Backup Sump Pump;, Generator
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Patio, Hot Tub, Porch Screened, Pool In-Ground, Outdoor Grill, Fire Pit, Other
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 91-100 Years
  • Type Detached: 3 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Description: Fenced Yard, Landscaped Professionally, Wooded
  • Lot Size: 1.0-1.99 Acres
  • Lot Dimensions: 1.8
  • Other Structures: Shed(s), See Remarks
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick, Stucco
  • Roof Type: Slate
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Living Area Source: Other
  • Assessor Square Footage: 9617
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 0
  • Photos Count: 69
  • OpenHouse Count: 2
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Additional Media Type 1: Video
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 24X17
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 19X12
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 20X16
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 17X15
Bedroom #5 Information
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 17X15
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 22X14
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 32X19
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 29X17
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 10X8
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 25X20
Storage Room 1 Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Storage
  • Deck Dimensions: 29X15
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Deck Dimensions: 18X14
Pantry Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Pantry
  • Deck Dimensions: 17X13
Exercise Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Exercise Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 25X15
Bonus Room Information
  • Room Level: Third
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 29X14
Screened Porch Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Screened Porch
  • Deck Dimensions: 16X16
Sitting Room Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Sitting Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 14X9
Theatre Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Theatre Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 23X21
Library Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Library
  • Deck Dimensions: 20X15

Property History for 690 South Ridge Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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

Public Records for 690 South Ridge Road

Taxable ValueLand$247,003Additions$664,399Total$911,402
Tax Record2023$56,291 ($4,691 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths6.5Total Finished SqFt7,353 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt7,353 SqFtStories2Lot Size871 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1931Year Renovated2005CountyLAKEAPN16-05-301-063Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 690 South Ridge Road

This home is within Lake Forest School District 67.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 4
Public - 5 to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Cherokee Elementary School
PublicK 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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690 South Ridge Road is a single family home for sale in Lake Forest, IL 60045. This property was listed for sale on November 19, 2024 by Coldwell Banker Realty, it's currently listed at $3,750,000. It has been on the market for a total of 49 days and was last sold on August 22, 2016. This listing's school districts are Lake Forest School District 67, Lake Forest Chsd 115 School District. Nearby schools include Cherokee Elementary School, Deer Path Middle School East and Deer Path Middle School West. 690 South Ridge Road is a 5-bed, 7-bath, 8,225 sqft single family home built in 1931.

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