Elegance, Privacy and Historical Architecture combine with Warmth and Character to create a rare offering! Designed by Edwin Hill Clark, the architect known for having designed Indian Hill Country Club, Winnetka and Hinsdale's city halls, Brookfield Zoo and the Lake Forest Library, this Georgian Revival style home was built in 1926, set on 3.25 private acres in a prominent sought after location within walking distance to downtown Lake Forest. A long, private driveway and circular tree-lined courtyard welcomes one to this stately residence. The great front entry hall, complete with a charming separate bar room, features Wall of Troy moldings and a gently curving stairway welcoming one into a home filled with architectural integrity, graciously proportional rooms and many original design features, perfect for scenes in the 1980 Robert Redford "Ordinary People" movie! Decorative arched doorways are carved out throughout the home. The Living and Dining Room feature distinctive floor to ceiling curved bay windows allowing light to flood the rooms. The library features honey toned wood paneling with arched bookshelves, medallion cornice and a carved Georgian mantlepiece surrounding the fireplace. A warm family room, complete with a fireplace is perfect for informal family gatherings. The primary suite is filled with light from the wide bay window and features the same arch motif that's found throughout the home. There are six other bedrooms with baths, a laundry room and workout room on the second level. An unfinished third floor with soaring ceilings offers all kinds of expansion and storage possibilities! The full basement is partially finished with additional entertainment and storage space. The exterior grounds offer tremendous outdoor recreation opportunities with an expansive and raised patio complete with fire pit, a large, screened porch opening to the newly redone pool area, special rose gardens and tennis court. A private, in town estate, offering a unique blend of architectural integrity, elegance and comfort.
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$5,000,000
880 N Green Bay Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
7beds
9,743sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1926
3.24 Acres Lot
$5,166,900 Zestimate®
$513/sqft
$6,569 Estimated rent
Home value
$5,166,900
$4.65M - $5.74M
$6,569/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: April 30, 2025 at 01:02am
Listing courtesy of:
Eve Bremen 847-373-6091,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with:
Kelly Dunn Rynes
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12182329
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 9
- Full bathrooms: 6
- 1/2 bathrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Bay Window(s), Window Treatments), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 357 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X21
Bedroom 2
- Features: Window Treatments (Window Treatments)
- Level: Second
- Area: 336 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X21
Bedroom 3
- Features: Window Treatments (Window Treatments)
- Level: Second
- Area: 288 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Window Treatments (Window Treatments)
- Level: Second
- Area: 357 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X17
Bedroom 5
- Features: Window Treatments (Window Treatments)
- Level: Second
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X13
Bedroom 6
- Features: Window Treatments (Window Treatments)
- Level: Second
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X10
Other
- Features: Window Treatments (Window Treatments)
- Level: Second
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X9
Bar entertainment
- Level: Main
- Area: 70 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X7
Breakfast room
- Features: Window Treatments (Window Treatments)
- Level: Main
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Bay Window(s), Curtains/Drapes, Window Treatments)
- Level: Main
- Area: 437 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X23
Exercise room
- Level: Second
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Family room
- Features: Window Treatments (Window Treatments)
- Level: Main
- Area: 420 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X20
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Pantry-Butler)
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X15
Laundry
- Level: Second
- Area: 190 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X10
Library
- Features: Window Treatments (Window Treatments)
- Level: Main
- Area: 391 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X17
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Bay Window(s), Storm Window(s), Window Treatments)
- Level: Main
- Area: 782 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 34X23
Mud room
- Level: Main
- Area: 78 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X13
Pantry
- Level: Main
- Area: 136 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X17
Screened porch
- Level: Main
- Area: 589 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 31X19
Heating
- Natural Gas, Steam, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air, Small Duct High Velocity, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop, Oven, Down Draft, Electric Cooktop
- Laundry: Upper Level, Gas Dryer Hookup, Multiple Locations
Features
- Bookcases, High Ceilings, Center Hall Plan, Historic/Period Mlwk, Special Millwork, Separate Dining Room, Paneling, Pantry
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet, Wood
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Window Treatments, Drapes
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Attic: Interior Stair,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 7
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Den/Library, Dining Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,000
- Total interior livable area: 9,743 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Asphalt, Brick Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 4
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: In Ground
Lot
- Size: 3.24 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Tennis Court(s)
- Parcel number: 12294030400000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Plaster
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1926
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Service - 400 Amp or Greater
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Lake Forest
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/28/2025 | Sold | $5,000,000-3.5%$513/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12182329 Report a problem | ||
| 4/2/2025 | Pending sale | $5,180,000$532/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12182329 Report a problem | ||
| 2/24/2025 | Contingent | $5,180,000$532/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12182329 Report a problem | ||
| 1/24/2025 | Price change | $5,180,000-11.5%$532/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12182329 Report a problem | ||
| 12/3/2024 | Listed for sale | $5,850,000$600/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12182329 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $74,790 +5% | $1,361,133 +13.9% |
| 2022 | $71,221 +2.9% | $1,194,982 +0.9% |
| 2021 | $69,220 +2.3% | $1,184,089 +0.3% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60045
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Deer Path Middle School EastGrades: 5-6Distance: 0.5 mi
- 9/10Deer Path Middle School WestGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 10/10Lake Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 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.
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