255 Foster Place
255 Foster Place
$2,250,000
7
5
2
10,029
10,029
$224
Closed 11/6/20
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Description
This spectacular estate was designed by renowned architect Howard Van Doren Shaw, for Louis F. Swift. Set in a prime location near Lake Forest Country Day School, downtown Lake Forest, and Onwentsia Club, this estate exudes a sense of luxury and elegance that rivals the grand estates on the east coast. The Prince of Wales, later King Edward VIII, stayed here during his visit in 1924. The intricately detailed plaster ceilings in the Solarium, Entresol, Living Room and Dining Room are truly magnificent....This spectacular estate was designed by renowned architect Howard Van Doren Shaw, for Louis F. Swift. Set in a prime location near Lake Forest Country Day School, downtown Lake Forest, and Onwentsia Club, this estate exudes a sense of luxury and elegance that rivals the grand estates on the east coast. The Prince of Wales, later King Edward VIII, stayed here during his visit in 1924. The intricately detailed plaster ceilings in the Solarium, Entresol, Living Room and Dining Room are truly magnificent. The gorgeous formal rooms open to an expansive bluestone terrace with formal gardens that surround the beautifully restored monumental fountain. Breath-taking sunset views and stunning grounds complete this historic masterpiece. This 3.5 acre estate includes 2 PIN numbers; 1 parcel is 1.8 acres of vacant buildable land with utilities and can be sold separately in the future. Interior features include 5 large bedroom suites, a new master bath and dressing room, handsome Library, Butler's Pantry, Kitchen & Breakfast area open to a large Family Room, 2 wet bars, high ceilings, fabulous mouldings, hardwood and stone floors, a greenhouse, 3 car garage and more! Enjoy entertaining family and friends in this fabulous estate with amazing, private grounds with lush gardens, manicured hedges, a sprawling lawn and stone terraces. A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own this remarkable Historic Estate.
- Listed by Ann Lyon • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
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Property Details for 255 Foster Place
Area
Lake Forest
TownshipWest Deerfield
OwnershipFee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces3.0
Num Of Cars3.0
Parking Included in PriceYes
Num of Interior Fireplaces7
Heat/FuelNatural Gas, Hot Water/Steam, Radiant
Location
LISTING UPDATED: 05/05/2021 09:26 AM
Property Details for 255 Foster Place
Status | Closed |
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MLS # | 10736126 |
Days on Market | 155 |
Taxes | $50,751 / year |
HOA Fees | - |
Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
Compass Type | Single Family |
MLS Type | Detached Single / 2 Stories |
Year Built | 1918 |
Lot Size | 3.50 AC / 152,460 SF |
County | Lake County |
Location
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Building Information for 255 Foster Place
Stories-Year Built1918Building Size-Lot Size3.50 AC / 152,460 SF
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$16,508 per month
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Property History for 255 Foster Place
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For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 255 Foster Place
Taxable ValueLand$218,093Additions$493,355Total$711,448
Tax Record2022$40,388 ($3,366 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths7Total Finished SqFt10,029 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt10,029 SqFtStories2Lot Size72,310 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1918CountyLAKEAPN16-04-103-003Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace
Schools near 255 Foster Place
This home is within Lake Forest School District 67.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
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Public - | K to 4 | |||
Public - | 5 to 6 | |||
Public - | 7 to 8 | |||
Public - | 9 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
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Cherokee Elementary School PublicK 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 |
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