965 E Deerpath Rd

Lake Forest, IL 60045

$5,650,000
Last Sold Price
8
Beds
13,602 Sq. Ft.
$415 / Sq. Ft.
13,602
Sq. Ft.
$415
per Sq. Ft.
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a view of a brick building next to a yard

Description

Fairlawn , designed by Delano & Aldrich,Privately secluded Estate with a gated entrance. The symmetry of the red brick Georgian design delights on arrival. Designed in 1923 by New York-based architects, Delano and Aldrich, Fairlawn is in a category by itself. . Reflecting gracious elegance, majestic room sizes and a flowing floor plan. This magnificent residence sits on 3.16 acres of spectacular green gardens that was designed as a series of rooms. As one of the finest residences along Chicago's...Fairlawn , designed by Delano & Aldrich,Privately secluded Estate with a gated entrance. The symmetry of the red brick Georgian design delights on arrival. Designed in 1923 by New York-based architects, Delano and Aldrich, Fairlawn is in a category by itself. . Reflecting gracious elegance, majestic room sizes and a flowing floor plan. This magnificent residence sits on 3.16 acres of spectacular green gardens that was designed as a series of rooms. As one of the finest residences along Chicago's North Shore, Fairlawn was completed in 1925. Symmetrical scale rooms with high ceilings, cozy fireplaces, a paneled library, a sun room with beautiful murals, grand living/ball room and dining room. The third floor hosts a fun domed space. There is a new kitchen with custom cabinets & top of the line appliances, it opens up to the family room & has easy access to the pool. There are 7 car garages attached to the main house by a heated tunnel. The separate coach house includes: bedroom, bathroom, Kitchen & a living room. There is a green house. Recent updates : new boiler system, new kitchen, Bluestone patio around the pool, Ruckus Wi-Fi system throughout & hot water heaters. Fairlawn is a private retreat, located in the heart of East Lake Forest, across from the beach & the park. History :in 1857 Farwell purchased 18 acres. Fairlawn was built in 1870 by Senator Charles Benjamin Farwell who was one of Lake Forest's original settlers. 1891 the first golf game reported in the midwest teed off on a small seven hole course built on the estate front yard. In 1920: the house burned to the ground. It was rebuilt in 1923 by his daughter Grace, founder of the Chicago Arts Club. The estate has been through many changes . In 1950 the property was subdivided into 9 lots. Today Fairlawn sits on 3.16 spectacular acres.

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Sold By Coldwell Banker Realty

Property Details for 965 East Deerpath Road

Area
Lake Forest
Township
Shields
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
7.0
Num Of Cars
7.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Space Pac, Zoned
Num of Interior Fireplaces
9
LISTING UPDATED: 12/29/2022 03:14 PM

Property Details for 965 East Deerpath Road

StatusClosed
MLS #11464563
Days on Market36
Taxes$74,128 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 3 Stories
Year Built1925
Lot Size3.16 AC / 137,649 SF
CountyLake County
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Building Information for 965 East Deerpath Road

Stories-Year Built1925Building Size-Lot Size3.16 AC / 137,649 SF

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Property Information for 965 East Deerpath Road

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: Garage Door Opener(s), Transmitter(s), Heated
  • Garage On Site: true
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Parking: Garage
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: North, South, East
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Laundry, First Floor Full Bath
  • Num Of Rooms: 15
  • Bedrooms Total: 8
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Door Features: French Doors
  • Community Features: Pool, Curbs, Gated, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Attic: Interior Stair
  • Bath Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 8
  • Air Conditioning: Space Pac, Zoned
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Basement Description: Unfinished, Cellar, Exterior Access, Storage Space
  • Basement Sq Ft: 7276
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room,Master Bedroom,Other,Bedroom,Den/Library,Dining Room,Grand Entry Hall
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Bedroom 7, Bedroom 8, Library, Sitting Room, Heated Sun Room, Foyer
  • Num of Baths: 8.3
Exterior Features
  • Type: 3 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan, Public
  • Appliances: Oven-Double, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Cooktop, Oven/Built-In, Range Hood
  • Other Equipment: Security System, Sump Pump
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Balcony, Patio, Pool In-Ground, Storms/Screens
  • 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: 7276
  • Lot Description: Landscaped Professionally
  • Lot Size: 3.0-3.99 Acres
  • Lot Dimensions: 175.4X152.1X395.1X442.8X202.9X119.8
  • Other Structures: Second Residence, Greenhouse
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Driveway: Brick,Gravel,Circular
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Roof Type: Slate
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • North Coordinate: 26
  • South Coordinate: 0
  • East Coordinate: 0
  • West Coordinate: 9
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Source: County Records
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional
  • Public Document Count: 0
  • Photos Count: 1
  • Rural: N
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Additional Media Type 1: Video
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 21X22
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 21X17
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 23X22
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 21X18
Bedroom #5 Information
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 17X14
Bedroom #6 Information
  • 6th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 6
  • Bedroom #6 Room Dimensions: 24X14
Bedroom #7 Information
  • 7th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 7
  • Bedroom #7 Room Dimensions: 24X15
Bedroom #8 Information
  • 8th Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 8
  • Bedroom #8 Room Dimensions: 21X17
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 30X21
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 25X18
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 22X22
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 10X09
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 45X25
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Dimensions: 25X20
Heated Sun Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Heated Sun Room
  • Dimensions: 24X23
Sitting Room Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Sitting Room
  • Dimensions: 24X14
Library Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Library
  • Dimensions: 21X21

Property History for 965 East Deerpath Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 7, 2022

Sold

MRED #11464563

$5,650,000—
Aug 18, 2022

Pending

MRED #11464563

—
Aug 18, 2022

Contingent

MRED #11464563

—
Jul 14, 2022

Listed (Active)

MRED #11464563

$6,500,000—
Jan 17, 2018

Sold

MRED #09516611

$3,725,000—
Dec 26, 2017

Pending

MRED #09516611

—
Dec 21, 2017

Listed (Active)

MRED #09516611

$5,900,000—
Feb 28, 2017

Cancelled

MRED #09197687

$7,500,000—
Apr 17, 2016

Listed (Active)

MRED #09197687

$7,500,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/07/2022

Sold

MRED #11464563

$5,650,000
08/18/2022

Pending

MRED #11464563

—
08/18/2022

Contingent

MRED #11464563

—
07/14/2022

Listed (Active)

MRED #11464563

$6,500,000
01/17/2018

Sold

MRED #09516611

$3,725,000
12/26/2017

Pending

MRED #09516611

—
12/21/2017

Listed (Active)

MRED #09516611

$5,900,000
02/28/2017

Cancelled

MRED #09197687

$7,500,000
04/17/2016

Listed (Active)

MRED #09197687

$7,500,000

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

Public Records for 965 East Deerpath Road

Taxable ValueLand$661,258Additions$1,196,210Total$1,857,468
Tax Record2019$68,850 ($5,738 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths9.5Total Finished SqFt13,602 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt13,602 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt7,276 SqFtStories2Lot Size137,650 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1925Year Renovated1925CountyLAKEAPN12341020030000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 965 East Deerpath Road

This home is within Lake Forest School District 67.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Sheridan Elementary School
Public - PK to 4
Deer Path Middle School East
Public - 5 to 6
Deer Path Middle School West
Public - 7 to 8
Lake Forest High School
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

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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