1291 Elm Tree Road

Closed 8/10/20Virtual Tour
Closed 8/10/20Virtual Tour
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$3,975,000
5 beds7,845 sqft

1291 Elm Tree Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045

Single FamilyProperty Type
3.6 acresLot Size
1930Year Built
$507/sq ftPrice per sq ft
4 carsParking Spaces

Description

Exquisite craftsmanship and luxurious finishes elevate this special home to a class of its own. A few doors from Lake Michigan, the spectacular ravine setting is unparalleled with hand-hewn trails, steps and breath-taking natural vistas -all blending with a series of natural gardens that connect the ravine and the estate grounds. Graciously sized rooms, five ensuite bedrooms, finished basement, guest house, lap pool with pool house and separate exercise gazebo all make this a one-of-a kind property....Exquisite craftsmanship and luxurious finishes elevate this special home to a class of its own. A few doors from Lake Michigan, the spectacular ravine setting is unparalleled with hand-hewn trails, steps and breath-taking natural vistas -all blending with a series of natural gardens that connect the ravine and the estate grounds. Graciously sized rooms, five ensuite bedrooms, finished basement, guest house, lap pool with pool house and separate exercise gazebo all make this a one-of-a kind property. This spectacular estate is the perfect blend of comfort and elegance as it embraces a spectacular natural setting.

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    Listing closed: 08/10/2020 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 10624077
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    Property Information for 1291 Elm Tree Road

    Property Details

    • Taxes: $73,563 / year
    • MLS Type: Detached Single / 2 Stories
    • County: Lake County
    • Area: Lake Forest
    • Township: Shields
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
    • Num Of Garage Spaces: 4.0
    • Num Of Cars: 4.0
    • Parking Included in Price: Yes
    • Air Conditioning Type: Central Air, Zoned
    • Num of Interior Fireplaces: 5
    • Heat/Fuel: Natural Gas, Forced Air

    Building Information

    • Year Built: 1930
    • Lot Size: 3.60 AC / 156,816 SF

    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, Multiple Garages
    • Garage On Site: true
    • Garage Ownership: Owned
    • Garage Type: Attached
    • Parking: Garage
    Taxes and HOA Information
    • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
    • Association Fee Includes: None
    • Master Association Fee: No
    • Additional Parcels: Yes

    Property Information

    Interior Features
    • Interior Property Features: Bar-Wet, Hardwood Floors, Heated Floors, 1st Floor Laundry, Built-in Features
    • Num Of Rooms: 15
    • Bedrooms Total: 5
    • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
    • Bath Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink,Soaking Tub
    • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Gas Log, Gas Starter
    • Basement Type: Full
    • Bedrooms Possible: 5
    • Air Conditioning: Central Air, Zoned
    • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
    • Basement Description: Finished
    • Dining Room: Separate
    • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
    • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room,Master Bedroom,Other
    • Room Type: Bonus Room, Bedroom 5, Breakfast Room, Den, Foyer, Library, Recreation Room, Sitting Room
    • Num of Baths: 6.2
    Exterior Features
    • Type: 2 Stories
    Utilities / Equipment
    • Sewer: Sewer-Public
    • Water: Lake Michigan
    • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Refrigerator-Bar, Washer, Dryer, Wine Cooler/Refrigerator, Oven/Built-In
    • Other Equipment: Humidifier, Security System, CO Detectors, Sump Pump, Backup Sump Pump;, Generator, Multiple Water Heaters
    Property/Lot Information
    • Exterior Property Features: Patio, Pool In-Ground, Storms/Screens, Fire Pit
    • New Construction YN: No
    • Rebuilt: No
    • Rehabilitated: Yes
    • Rehab Year: 2005
    • Built Before 1978: Yes
    • Age: 81-90 Years
    • Type Detached: 2 Stories
    • Total Sq Ft: 0
    • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
    • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
    • Lot Description: Landscaped Professionally, Wooded
    • Lot Size: 3.0-3.99 Acres
    • Lot Dimensions: 431X491X280X340
    • Other Structures: Guest House, Pool House
    • Waterfront: No
    • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
    • Driveway: Asphalt,Brick
    • Exterior Building Type: Brick
    • Roof Type: Shake
    • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
    • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
    • Living Area Source: Assessor
    • Assessor Square Footage: 11549
    Property and Assessments
    • Public Document Count: 1
    • Document Date: 2020-01-31T20:39:57
    • Photos Count: 56
    Virtual Tour/Additional Media
    • Virtual Tour: None
    • Additional Media Type 1: Other Media

    Room Information

    Master Bedroom Information
    • Master Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Master Bedroom
    • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
    • Master Bedroom Flooring: Hardwood
    • Master Bedroom Size: 20X19
    Bedroom #2 Information
    • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 2
    • 2nd Bedroom Flooring: Hardwood
    • 2nd Bedroom Size: 18X15
    Bedroom #3 Information
    • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 3
    • 3rd Bedroom Flooring: Hardwood
    • 3rd Bedroom Size: 17X12
    Bedroom #4 Information
    • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 4
    • 4th Bedroom Flooring: Hardwood
    • 4th Bedroom Size: 18X17
    Bedroom #5 Information
    • 5th Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 5
    Dining Room Information
    • Dining Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
    • Dining Room Flooring: Hardwood
    • Dining Room Size: 21X19
    Family Room Information
    • Family Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_FR: Family Room
    • Family Room Flooring: Hardwood
    • Family Room Size: 22X20
    Kitchen Information
    • Kitchen Level: Main
    • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
    • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Table Space,Island,Pantry-Butler
    • Kitchen Flooring: Hardwood
    • Kitchen Size: 17X14
    Laundry Information
    • Laundry Level: Main
    • Room Type: Laundry
    • Laundry Size: 13X5
    Living Room Information
    • Living Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Living Room
    • Living Room Flooring: Hardwood
    • Living Room Size: 34X19
    Additional Room #1 Information
    • Addtl Room 1 Flooring: Hardwood
    • Addtl Room 1 Size: 18X13
    Additional Room #2 Information
    • Addtl Room 2 Flooring: Hardwood
    • Addtl Room 2 Size: 22X15
    Additional Room #3 Information
    • Addtl Room 3 Flooring: Other
    • Addtl Room 3 Size: 22X12
    Additional Room #4 Information
    • Addtl Room 4 Flooring: Carpet
    • Addtl Room 4 Size: 25X14
    Additional Room #5 Information
    • Addtl Room 5 Flooring: Hardwood
    • Addtl Room 5 Size: 19X12
    Additional Room #6 Information
    • Addtl Room 6 Flooring: Marble
    • Addtl Room 6 Size: 24X10
    Additional Room #7 Information
    • Addtl Room 7 Flooring: Carpet
    • Addtl Room 7 Size: 33X19
    Additional Room #8 Information
    • Addtl Room 8 Flooring: Carpet
    • Addtl Room 8 Size: 15X16
    Foyer Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Foyer
    Recreation Room Information
    • Room Level: Basement
    • Room Type: Recreation Room
    Bonus Room Information
    • Room Level: Third
    • Room Type: Bonus Room
    Den Information
    • Room Level: Basement
    • Room Type: Den
    Breakfast Room Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Breakfast Room
    Sitting Room Information
    • Room Level: Second
    • Room Type: Sitting Room
    Library Room Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Library

    Property History for 1291 Elm Tree Road

    DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
    Aug 10, 2020

    Sold

    MRED #10624077

    		$3,975,000—
    Jul 10, 2020

    Pending

    MRED #10624077

    		—
    Jan 31, 2020

    Listed (Active)

    MRED #10624077

    		$4,795,000—
    DateEvent & SourcePrice
    08/10/2020

    Sold

    MRED #10624077

    $3,975,000
    07/10/2020

    Pending

    MRED #10624077

    —
    01/31/2020

    Listed (Active)

    MRED #10624077

    $4,795,000

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

    Public Records for 1291 Elm Tree Road

    Taxable Value

    Land

    $607,516

    Additions

    $2,522,154
    Total$3,129,670

    Tax Record

    2025

    $170,243 ($14,187 / month)

    Home Facts

    Beds

    0

    Baths

    6

    Total Finished SqFt

    9,950 SqFt

    Above Grade Finished SqFt

    9,950 SqFt

    Stories

    2

    Lot Size

    96,703 SqFt

    Style

    Single Family Residence

    Year Built

    1930

    County

    LAKE

    APN

    12-28-207-028

    Fireplace Type

    Has Fireplace

    Schools near 1291 Elm Tree 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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