26403 N Farwell Rd

Mettawa, IL 60045

$1,699,000
Price
4
Beds
4,293 Sq. Ft.
$396 / Sq. Ft.
4,293
Sq. Ft.
$396
per Sq. Ft.
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Listed By @propertiesPending ( Private )
Listed By @propertiesPending ( Private )

Description

Recenlty featured in Crains Chicago Business, THIS IS A HOUSE YOU HAVE TO EXPERIENCE TO UNDERSTAND ITS BEAUTY. The photos do not do it justice. .......Redefining the pinnacle of eco-smart luxury, this cutting-edge contemporary "California Cool" home offers a rare fusion of sophisticated design and environmental stewardship. Masterfully envisioned by renowned architect Frederick Phillips as his personal family residence, this 100% move-in-ready home is perfectly situated on nearly ONE ACRE within...Recenlty featured in Crains Chicago Business, THIS IS A HOUSE YOU HAVE TO EXPERIENCE TO UNDERSTAND ITS BEAUTY. The photos do not do it justice. .......Redefining the pinnacle of eco-smart luxury, this cutting-edge contemporary "California Cool" home offers a rare fusion of sophisticated design and environmental stewardship. Masterfully envisioned by renowned architect Frederick Phillips as his personal family residence, this 100% move-in-ready home is perfectly situated on nearly ONE ACRE within Deerpath Farms, overlooking 140 acres of protected open lands held in a perpetual conservation easement. The interior showcases a MODERN, OPEN FLOOR PLAN with 10-ft. ceilings defined by uncompromising quality and designed to evolve as your lifestyle needs change, offering multi-functional spaces that adapt to your vision of living. A hallmark of the thoughtful design is the luxurious FIRST FLOOR, PRIMARY SUITE, a private sanctuary featuring dual walk-in closets and a spa-style bathroom with a soaking tub and double vanities. The kitchen, a chef's dream equipped with high-end Thermador appliances, walk-in pantry, custom cabinetry, leathered granite countertops, and oversized center island is perfectly designed for both grand entertaining and casual dining. This expansive area offers a fluid layout with space for a large breakfast table or a cozy morning room and flows effortlessly into a family room anchored by a floating Lannon stone fireplace. The living room, the home's true showpiece - a stunning glass pavilion - floods with east, west, and north light showcasing a second floating Lannon stone fireplace and five sets of sliding doors which open to an impressive deck running the width of the home and the perfect spot to enjoy AMAZING SUNSETS OVER THE CONSERVANCY. This exceptional living room provides an immersive experience where every window frames the natural world, providing a front row seat to nature's changing gallery - from fall foliage and winter snow, to spring flowers and summer greenery, this view is undeniabley serene. (Nothing can ever be built on the Conservancy impeding this view.) The idyllic, resort/retreat feel of this home continues to the second floor where you will find three additional large bedrooms with spectacular elevated views and 9-ft. ceilings, each complete with a private ensuite bathroom. Practical luxury extends to a full house ELEVATOR accessing all 3 floors, an extensive security system, GEOTHERMAL HEATING & COOLING, a finished basement with a full bath, huge storage capacity and 8-ft. ceilings, a THREE-CAR, HEATED GARAGE, a 1st floor laundry, a 2nd deck off the kitchen perfect for outdoor dining, interior fire sprinklers, exterior uplighting and moonlighting and thoughtful professional hardscaping & landscaping ($210,000++ expenditure) featuring a manicured stone walking path artistically encompassing the property. This is more than a home; it is a sustainable and adaptable work of art designed for those who seek tranquility, privacy, and modern elegance. Enjoy direct access to exclusive open land walking, biking and cross country skiing trails right out your front door and a NEIGHBORHOOD SETTING of beautiful custom homes out your backdoor, as well as Lake Forest Beach privileges, easy access to shopping just minutes away and AMAZING TAXES including Mettawa's annual, residential property tax rebate ($6,000 cash back each year for the last 7++) and a $3,000 tax reduction for years 2025-2028. You need to see this house in person!!!!
  1. Listed by Elizabeth Smith • @properties Christie's International Real Estate
    P: (847)-881-0200 C: (847)-687-2307 elizabethsmith@atproperties.com

Property Details for 26403 North Farwell Road

Area
Mettawa
Subdivision
Deerpath Farm
Township
Libertyville
Ownership
Fee Simple w/ HO Assn.
Num Of Garage Spaces
3.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
3.0
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Num of Interior Fireplaces
2
LISTING UPDATED: 03/10/2026 08:26 AM

Property Details for 26403 North Farwell Road

StatusPending ( Private )
MLS #12552452
Days on Market0
Taxes$31,004 / year
HOA Fees$625 / quarter
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built2006
Lot Size0.95 AC / 41,469 SF
CountyLake County
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Building Information for 26403 North Farwell Road

Stories-Year Built2006Building Size-Lot Size0.95 AC / 41,469 SF

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Property Information for 26403 North Farwell Road

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 73
  • Elementary School: Townline Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Hawthorn Middle School North
  • High School District: 128
  • High School: Vernon Hills High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 73
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Other, Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: West
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
  • Association Fee Includes: Common Insurance, Other
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Elevator, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
  • Num Of Rooms: 9
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Curbs, Street Paved
  • Attic: Unfinished
  • Bath Amenities: Separate Shower,Steam Shower,Double Sink,Double Shower,Soaking Tub
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Basement Type: Partially Finished, Crawl Space, Egress Window, Partial
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Basement Sq Ft: 1393
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room
  • Room Type: Foyer, Pantry, Recreation Room, Storage
  • Num of Baths: 5.1
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Appliances: Oven-Double, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Range Hood, Water Purifier
  • Other Equipment: Security System, Fire Sprinklers, CO Detectors, Sump Pump
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: No
  • Age: 16-20 Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 4014
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 4850
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 5407
  • Main Sq Ft: 2658
  • Upper Sq Ft: 1356
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot, Nature Preserve Adjacent, Landscaped Professionally, Wooded
  • Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 141X222X222X251
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Cedar, Other
  • Roof Type: Metal, Shake
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: Interstate Access
  • North Coordinate: 24
  • South Coordinate: 0
  • East Coordinate: 0
  • West Coordinate: 14
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 836.0
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Assessor Square Footage: 4293
  • Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 557
  • Management Company: Deerpath Farms HOA
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 6
  • Document Date: 2026-02-14T19:49:22
  • Photos Count: 51
  • OpenHouse Count: 1
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
Green Features
  • Green Energy Efficient: Geothermal Heating/Cooling System
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 20X16
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 20X13
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 20X13
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 18X13
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 13X19
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 24X20
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 14X19
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 10X5
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 24X32
Storage Room 1 Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Storage
  • Dimensions: 26X31
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Dimensions: 12X12
Recreation Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Dimensions: 21X31
Pantry Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Pantry
  • Dimensions: 7X5

Property History for 26403 North Farwell Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 18, 2015

Sold

MRED #08751614

$1,150,000—
May 13, 2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #549833689

$1,150,000—
Mar 1, 2015

Pending

MRED #08751614

—
Oct 13, 2014

Cancelled

MRED #08653168

$1,475,000—
Oct 13, 2014

Listed (Active)

MRED #08751614

$1,298,000—
Jun 23, 2014

Listed (Active)

MRED #08653168

$1,475,000—
Feb 25, 2008

Cancelled

MRED #06528068

$1,695,000—
May 24, 2007

Cancelled

MRED #06131089

$1,795,000—
May 24, 2007

Listed (Active)

MRED #06528068

$1,695,000—
May 7, 2006

Listed (Active)

MRED #06131089

$1,695,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/18/2015

Sold

MRED #08751614

$1,150,000
05/13/2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #549833689

$1,150,000
03/01/2015

Pending

MRED #08751614

—
10/13/2014

Cancelled

MRED #08653168

$1,475,000
10/13/2014

Listed (Active)

MRED #08751614

$1,298,000
06/23/2014

Listed (Active)

MRED #08653168

$1,475,000
02/25/2008

Cancelled

MRED #06528068

$1,695,000
05/24/2007

Cancelled

MRED #06131089

$1,795,000
05/24/2007

Listed (Active)

MRED #06528068

$1,695,000
05/07/2006

Listed (Active)

MRED #06131089

$1,695,000

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

Public Records for 26403 North Farwell Road

Taxable ValueLand$113,045Additions$255,273Total$368,318
Tax Record2024$29,724 ($2,477 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt4,293 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,293 SqFtStories2Lot Size41,469 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2005CountyLAKEAPN11-35-303-001Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 26403 North Farwell Road

This home is within Hawthorn Central Consolidated School District 73.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Hawthorn School Of Dual Language
Public - K to 5
Hawthorn Townline Elementary School
Public - 1 to 5
Hawthorn Middle School North
Public - 6 to 8
Vernon Hills High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Hawthorn School Of Dual Language
PublicK to 5

Hawthorn Townline Elementary School
Public1 to 5

Hawthorn Middle School North
Public6 to 8

Vernon Hills 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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