Sold
Last Sold Price
10 beds24,500 sqft
405 N Mayflower Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
Single FamilyProperty Type
5.40 acresLot Size
1917Year Built
$204/sq ftPrice per sq ft
10 carsParking Spaces

Description

Set on over 5 private acres with approximately 400'of beach is Illinois' most architecturally significant estate on Lake Michigan, Mayflower Place, which hosted royalty several times in its history. This estate was meticulously renovated & restored in 1987 & 1988 by 70 craftsmen and European artists. The superior construction and level of intricate hand-carved architectural details and finishes rival the grand estates on the east coast. Built of durable materials, this concrete and brick structure...Set on over 5 private acres with approximately 400'of beach is Illinois' most architecturally significant estate on Lake Michigan, Mayflower Place, which hosted royalty several times in its history. This estate was meticulously renovated & restored in 1987 & 1988 by 70 craftsmen and European artists. The superior construction and level of intricate hand-carved architectural details and finishes rival the grand estates on the east coast. Built of durable materials, this concrete and brick structure features hand-carved limestone, monumental limestone stairs, fountains and balustrades, exquisite plaster relief ceilings, a slate roof w/ decorative copper details & scuppers, & leaded glass windows w/ limestone surrounds. Enjoy over 400' of Lakefront, 28 rms/12 beds/11.4 baths and 11 exquisite fireplaces. An opportunity of a lifetime! One must see it to grasp its beauty & truly appreciate the level of detail rarely seen today & impossible to replicate. Truly spectacular in every way! One-of-a-kind

    Sold By Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

    Listing closed: 08/28/2020 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 10015247

    Recent comparable sales

    Median sold price

    $4,937,500

    Avg days on market

    109

    Sale-to-list ratio

    90.9%

    Lake Forest, IL

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    Property Information for 405 North Mayflower Road

    Property Details
    • Taxes: $138,360 / year
    • MLS Type: Detached Single / 3 Stories
    • County: Lake County
    • Area: Lake Forest
    • Township: Shields
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
    • Num Of Cars: 10.0
    • Parking Included in Price: Yes
    • Air Conditioning Type: Central Air, Space Pac, Zoned
    • Num of Interior Fireplaces: 9
    • Heat/Fuel: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Hot Water/Steam, Radiator(s), Zoned
    • Architectural Style: English
    Building Information
    • Year Built: 1917
    • Lot Size: 5.40 AC / 235,389 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
    • Parking: Space/s
    • Parking Details: Side Apron, Driveway
    • Parking On Site: true
    • Parking Ownership: Owned
    Location and General Information
    • Postal Code Plus 4: 2325
    • Front Exposure: North, Lake/Water
    Taxes and HOA Information
    • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
    • Association Fee Includes: None
    • Master Association Fee: No
    • Additional Parcels: No
    Property Information
    Interior Features
    • Interior Property Features: Bar-Wet, Elevator, Hardwood Floors, Second Floor Laundry
    • Num Of Rooms: 18
    • Bedrooms Total: 10
    • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
    • Community Features: Lake, Water Rights, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
    • Attic: Finished,Full,Interior Stair
    • Bath Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower,Double Sink
    • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
    • Basement Type: Full
    • Bedrooms Possible: 10
    • Air Conditioning: Central Air, Space Pac, Zoned
    • Electric: Service - 400 Amp or Greater
    • Basement Description: Partially Finished, Crawl, Exterior Access
    • Dining Room: Separate
    • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
    • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room,Master Bedroom,Other
    • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Bedroom 7, Bedroom 8, Bedroom 9, Bedroom 10, Breakfast Room, Exercise Room, Library, Recreation Room
    • Num of Baths: 11.4
    Exterior Features
    • Type: 3 Stories
    Utilities / Equipment
    • Sewer: Sewer-Public
    • Water: Public
    • Appliances: Oven-Double, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Refrigerator-Bar, Freezer, Disposal, Compactor-Trash
    • Other Equipment: Humidifier, Central Vacuum, TV-Cable, Security System, Ceiling Fan(s), Generator
    Property/Lot Information
    • Exterior Property Features: Balcony, Patio, Roof Deck, Brick Paver Patio
    • New Construction YN: No
    • Rebuilt: No
    • Rehabilitated: No
    • Built Before 1978: Yes
    • Age: 100+ Years
    • Type Detached: 3 Stories
    • Total Sq Ft: 0
    • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
    • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
    • Lot Description: Beach, Lake Front, Landscaped Professionally, Water Rights, Mature Trees
    • Lot Size: 5.0-5.99 Acres
    • Lot Dimensions: 235224
    • Waterfront: Yes
    • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
    • Driveway: Asphalt,Brick,Circular,Side Drive
    • Exterior Building Type: Brick, Stone
    • Roof Type: Slate
    • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
    • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Commuter Train
    • North Coordinate: 26
    • South Coordinate: 0
    • East Coordinate: 0
    • West Coordinate: 9
    • Living Area Source: Plans
    Property and Assessments
    • Public Document Count: 1
    • Document Date: 2018-07-12T14:50:00
    • Photos Count: 28
    Virtual Tour/Additional Media
    • Virtual Tour: None
    • Virtual Tour YN: No
    • Virtual Tour Date: 10-19-2018
    Room Information
    Master Bedroom Information
    • Master Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Master Bedroom
    • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
    • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 27X21
    Bedroom #2 Information
    • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 2
    • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 22X14
    Bedroom #3 Information
    • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 3
    • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 26X20
    Bedroom #4 Information
    • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 4
    • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 25X20
    Bedroom #5 Information
    • 5th Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 5
    • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 15X17
    Bedroom #6 Information
    • 6th Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 6
    • Bedroom #6 Room Dimensions: 26X14
    Bedroom #7 Information
    • 7th Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 7
    • Bedroom #7 Room Dimensions: 26X14
    Bedroom #8 Information
    • 8th Bedroom Level: Third
    • Room Type: Bedroom 8
    • Bedroom #8 Room Dimensions: 19X10
    Bedroom #9 Information
    • 9th Bedroom Level: Third
    • Room Type: Bedroom 9
    • Bedroom #9 Room Dimensions: 12X10
    Bedroom #10 Information
    • 10th Bedroom Level: Third
    • Room Type: Bedroom 10
    • Bedroom #10 Room Dimensions: 12X10
    Dining Room Information
    • Dining Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
    • Dining Room Dimensions: 28X23
    Family Room Information
    • Family Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_FR: Family Room
    • Family Room Dimensions: 37X21
    Kitchen Information
    • Kitchen Level: Main
    • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
    • Kitchen Dimensions: 44X15
    Laundry Information
    • Laundry Level: Second
    • Room Type: Laundry
    • Laundry Dimensions: 23X14
    Living Room Information
    • Living Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Living Room
    • Living Room Dimensions: 43X23
    Recreation Room Information
    • Room Level: Third
    • Room Type: Recreation Room
    • Dimensions: 48X20
    Exercise Room Information
    • Room Level: Second
    • Room Type: Exercise Room
    • Dimensions: 31X19
    Breakfast Room Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Breakfast Room
    • Dimensions: 24X16
    Library Room Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Library
    • Dimensions: 37X22

    Property History for 405 North Mayflower Road

    DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
    Aug 28, 2020

    Sold

    MRED #10015247

    $5,000,000
    Aug 18, 2020

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #679248453

    $5,000,000
    Jul 17, 2020

    Pending

    MRED #10015247

    DateEvent & SourcePrice
    08/28/2020

    Sold

    MRED #10015247

    $5,000,000
    08/18/2020

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #679248453

    $5,000,000
    07/17/2020

    Pending

    MRED #10015247

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

    Public Records for 405 North Mayflower Road

    Taxable ValueLand$1,405,955Additions$265,799Total$1,671,754
    Tax Record2025$99,983 ($8,332 / month)
    Home Facts
    Beds0Baths12Total Finished SqFt20,228 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt20,228 SqFtStories3Lot Size235,398 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1917CountyLAKEAPN12-34-103-049Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

    Schools near 405 North Mayflower Road

    This home is within Lake Forest School District 67.
    Rating
    School
    Type
    Grades
    Distance
    Public - PK to 4
    Public - 5 to 6
    Public - 7 to 8
    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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    Nearby home values

    AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
    This home: 405 North Mayflower Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045
    $5,000,000
    10
    24,500
    235,389
    11,354
    221,503
    13,364
    301,087
    $4,200,000
    5
    7,800
    67,518
    $2,400,000
    8
    10,000
    84,506
    $2,779,500
    5
    10,998
    116,305

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