6,600 Sq. Ft.
$225 / Sq. Ft.
6,600
Sq. Ft.
$225
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Proudly offered by its original owners, this masterfully crafted all-brick residence combines timeless architecture with exquisite enhancements, nestled among lush gardens on a serene, tree-lined setting in sought-after Inverness and the Fremd High School district. A circular paver driveway and flagstone walkways lead to the impressive double-door entry, adorned with leaded glass insets and framed by a soaring arched window. Inside, a grand two-story foyer showcases a floating hardwood staircase...Proudly offered by its original owners, this masterfully crafted all-brick residence combines timeless architecture with exquisite enhancements, nestled among lush gardens on a serene, tree-lined setting in sought-after Inverness and the Fremd High School district. A circular paver driveway and flagstone walkways lead to the impressive double-door entry, adorned with leaded glass insets and framed by a soaring arched window. Inside, a grand two-story foyer showcases a floating hardwood staircase with white balusters, and a striking cascade chandelier. Arched openings invite you into elegant living and dining rooms with intricate millwork, triple windows, and statement lighting. The heart of the home is a work-of-art, state-of-the-art kitchen, where artisan details shine-from glazed antique white cabinetry with hand-carved corbels to a two-tier curved island with Wolf cooktop, beverage fridge, and glass pendant lights. Miele double ovens and dishwasher complete this chef's dream. The adjacent breakfast room is bathed in natural light with six expansive windows and direct deck access to the deck and patios. A massive family room dominates the center of the main level with grand brick fireplace, two seating areas, and rich millwork. A remarkable custom addition expands the living space dramatically-featuring a massive open great room, loft with walk-in closet, full skylit bath, and a private bedroom suite with arched French doors, deep tray ceiling, bay sitting area, huge walk-in closet, and a lavish spa bath with hand-carved vanity, air jet tub, and stone-finished tile shower. Upstairs, the primary suite is a true retreat with dual entries, sitting room, two boutique-style walk-in closets, and a jaw-dropping turret ceiling bath-complete with freestanding tub, oversized high-tech shower, two Kallista vanities set against exotic stone tile. Bedrooms 2 and 3 boast stylish new ensuite baths with floating vanities, mosaic tile & Toto commodes. and expansive walk-in closets. There is even a chic hall bath updated with the latest fixtures and tilework. The walkout lower level is a showstopper-heated floors run through an expansive layout with game, media, and fitness areas, a fully equipped bar with Murano pendants and stone countertops, and a guest suite with ensuite bath. A secondary basement accessed via the four-car garage provides excellent storage and houses mechanicals. Step outside to enjoy resort-style living-multiple paver and stone patios, stone walkways, a generous elevated deck with storage below, vibrant perennial gardens, and a private, park-like yard surrounded by majestic trees. Highlights include: Hardwood floors throughout main level, rich crown molding and detailed millwork, Pella and Andersen windows, main level laundry with granite counters and abundant cabinetry, four-car epoxy floor garage with direct basement access. This exceptional home is ideal for multi-generational living and entertaining on any scale. Convenient to parks, restaurants, shopping, forest preserves, and fitness centers-all with the privacy and beauty of Inverness.

Property Details for 85 Ela Road

Area
Inverness
Township
Palatine
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
4.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
4.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air, Zoned
Num of Interior Fireplaces
2
LISTING UPDATED: 10/22/2025 04:09 PM

Property Details for 85 Ela Road

StatusClosed
MLS #12403562
Days on Market85
Taxes$23,899 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1989
Lot Size2.03 AC / 88,426 SF
CountyCook County
Add your commute

Building Information for 85 Ela Road

Stories-Year Built1989Building Size-Lot Size2.03 AC / 88,426 SF

Payment Calculator

Get preapproved with
OriginPoint Mortgage or Rocket Mortgage1

$9,229 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$7,238

Property Taxes

$1,992

HOA Dues

$0

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Know your buying power with a preapproval and custom rate in minutes

Rocket Mortgage1

Property Information for 85 Ela Road

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 15
  • Elementary School: Marion Jordan Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Thomas Jefferson Middle School
  • High School District: 211
  • High School: Wm Fremd High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 15
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Brick Driveway, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wet Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, In-Law Floorplan, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings, Center Hall Plan, Special Millwork, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room
  • Num Of Rooms: 13
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Park, Tennis Court(s), Curbs, Street Paved
  • Attic: Full,Unfinished
  • Bath Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower,Double Sink,Full Body Spray Shower,Double Shower,Soaking Tub
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Gas Starter, Masonry
  • Basement Type: Finished, Rec/Family Area, Full, Walk-Out Access
  • Bedrooms Possible: 5
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air, Zoned
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Basement
  • Room Type: Loft, Recreation Room, Sitting Room, Exercise Room, Foyer, Utility Room-Lower Level, Storage, Deck, Bedroom 5
  • Num of Baths: 6.2
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water: Well
  • Appliances: Oven-Double, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Wine Cooler/Refrigerator, Cooktop, Oven, Humidifier
  • Other Equipment: Water-Softener Owned, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Radon Mitigation System
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Other
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: No
  • Age: 31-40 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
  • Lot Size: 2.0-2.99 Acres
  • Lot Size Source: County Records
  • Lot Dimensions: 592X150X619X151
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Brick
  • Roof Type: Shake
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
  • Assessor Square Footage: 5036
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 2
  • Document Date: 2025-09-22T14:20:43
  • Photos Count: 89
  • Rural: N
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
  • Virtual Tour Date: 07-02-2025
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full, Double Sink, Tub & Separate Shwr
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 30X18
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 23X14
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 14X14
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 19X18
Bedroom #5 Information
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Walkout Basement
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 18X15
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 15X14
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 27X21
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 31X31
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 11X8
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 16X14
Deck Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Deck
  • Dimensions: 35X20
Storage Room 1 Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Storage
  • Dimensions: 40X26
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Dimensions: 20X13
Recreation Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Dimensions: 30X23
Loft Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Loft
  • Dimensions: 27X19
Exercise Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Exercise Room
  • Dimensions: 13X12
Bar or Entertainment Room Information
  • Room Level: Walkout Basement
  • Room Type: Bar/Entertainment
  • Dimensions: 18X9
Sitting Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sitting Room
  • Dimensions: 23X18
Utility Room Lower Level Information
  • Room Level: Walkout Basement
  • Room Type: Utility Room-Lower Level
  • Dimensions: 20X10

Property History for 85 Ela Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 22, 2025

Sold

MRED #12403562

$1,485,000
Oct 20, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1917924370

$1,485,000
Sep 24, 2025

Pending

MRED #12403562

Sep 24, 2025

Contingent

MRED #12403562

Jul 28, 2025

Price Change

MRED #12403562

$1,575,000
Jul 2, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12403562

$1,725,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/22/2025

Sold

MRED #12403562

$1,485,000
10/20/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1917924370

$1,485,000
09/24/2025

Pending

MRED #12403562

09/24/2025

Contingent

MRED #12403562

07/28/2025

Price Change

MRED #12403562

$1,575,000
07/02/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12403562

$1,725,000

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

Public Records for 85 Ela Road

Taxable ValueLand$22,052Additions$66,947Total$88,999
Tax Record2023$23,899 ($1,992 / month)
Home Facts
Beds6Baths3Total Finished SqFt5,036 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt5,036 SqFtStories2Lot Size88,209 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1989CountyCOOKAPN02-17-309-004Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 85 Ela Road

This home is within Township Hsd 211 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 6
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 6
Rating
School
Distance
Marion Jordan Elementary School
PublicK to 6

John G Conyers Learning Academy
PublicPK to 8

Wm Fremd High School
Public9 to 12

Thomas Jefferson Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

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.

Similar Homes

Similar Sold Homes

No guarantee, warranty or representation of any kind is made regarding the completeness or accuracy of descriptions or measurements (including square footage measurements and property condition), such should be independently verified, and Compass, Inc., its subsidiaries, affiliates and their agents and associated third parties expressly disclaims any liability in connection therewith. Photos may be virtually staged or digitally enhanced and may not reflect actual property conditions. Offers of compensation are subject to change at the discretion of the seller. No financial or legal advice provided. Equal Housing Opportunity.

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty

Based on information from one of the following Multiple Listing Services: Midwest Real Estate Data LLC (\"MRED\"), MRED PLN GRID, Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association and NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS. Information being provided is for the visitor’s personal, noncommercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties visitor may be interested in purchasing. The data contained herein is copyrighted by Midwest Real Estate Data LLC (\"MRED\"), MRED PLN GRID, Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association and NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS is protected by all applicable copyright laws. Any dissemination of this information is in violation of copyright laws and is strictly prohibited. Property information referenced on this web site comes from the Internet Data Exchange (IDX) program of the MLS. This web site may reference real estate listing(s) held by a brokerage firm other than the broker and/or agent who owns this web site. For the avoidance of doubt, the accuracy of all information, regardless of source, is deemed reliable but not guaranteed and should be personally verified through personal inspection by and/or with the appropriate professionals. Properties displayed may be listed or sold by various participants in the MLS. Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 10/22/2025 04:09 PM. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.