1291 Elm Tree Rd

Lake Forest, IL 60045

$3,975,000
Last Sold Price
5
Beds
7,845 Sq. Ft.
$507 / Sq. Ft.
7,845
Sq. Ft.
$507
per Sq. Ft.
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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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    Property Details for 1291 Elm Tree Road

    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
    LISTING CLOSED: 08/10/2020 12:00 AM

    Property Details for 1291 Elm Tree Road

    StatusClosed
    MLS #10624077
    Days on Market162
    Taxes$73,563 / year
    HOA Fees-
    Condo/Co-op Fees-
    Property TypeSingle Family
    MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
    Year Built1930
    Lot Size3.60 AC / 156,816 SF
    CountyLake County
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    Building Information for 1291 Elm Tree Road

    Stories-Year Built1930Building Size-Lot Size3.60 AC / 156,816 SF

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    Property Information for 1291 Elm Tree 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, 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 ValueLand$607,516Additions$2,522,154Total$3,129,670
    Tax Record2025$170,243 ($14,187 / month)
    Home Facts
    Beds0Baths6Total Finished SqFt9,950 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt9,950 SqFtStories2Lot Size96,703 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1930CountyLAKEAPN12-28-207-028Fireplace TypeHas 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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