55 Prospect Avenue

Highland Park, IL 60035

$5,250,000
Price
5
Beds
6
Baths
2
1/2 Baths
9,000 Sq. Ft.
$583 / Sq. Ft.
9,000
Sq. Ft.
$583
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This finely crafted beach home could NEVER be built for this price today set on 1.5 acres by top shelf luxe builder Mike Wojcik and Marvin Herman Architecture. Equipped with an elevator to all floors, this finely crafted masterpiece delivers the ultimate living experience with floor to ceiling picture windows that allow the backdrop of panoramic lake views to radiate throughout. Sensational level of build quality throughout: detailed door casings & moldings, chestnut wide plank floors, gorgeous neutral...This finely crafted beach home could NEVER be built for this price today set on 1.5 acres by top shelf luxe builder Mike Wojcik and Marvin Herman Architecture. Equipped with an elevator to all floors, this finely crafted masterpiece delivers the ultimate living experience with floor to ceiling picture windows that allow the backdrop of panoramic lake views to radiate throughout. Sensational level of build quality throughout: detailed door casings & moldings, chestnut wide plank floors, gorgeous neutral stones & white marbles, all accented with meticulous trim carpentry. Chef's kitchen overlooks the entire first floor w/nooked in breakfast booth, butcher block w/ soapstone countertops, Ann Sacks tile work & Waterworks sink. Fully accented w/ huge walk-in pantry, mudroom w/command center, 2nd bath (full), laundry (2nd) & 3 car garage. Let the the elevator whisk you up to the the ultimate primary suite equipped with Holly Hunt automatic window treatments, a crisp 5 star hotel level white Statuary marble bath, lounge & bedroom area with endless blue views of the water. 3 other family beds w/ Ann Sacks ensuite baths share a gathering family room with adjoining deck to relax in the hot tub. Current owners took this house one step further by adding a coach house that seamlessly blends with main house as if this structure as always been here. Beautiful breezeway accenting with matching porch swings signals a welcoming transition to a spectacular coach house with commercial level 3 car garage w/custom auto body shelving & cabinetry, epoxy flooring, & custom silent garage doors. Separate entrance with staircase up to a full 2nd floor in law suite with workout area. This lakefront destination makes living easy & convenient as town is only a quick 10 min picturesque walk. Added bonus.. newly completed reengineered bluff & all re-landscaped to perfection by Bill Eiserman. Hands down the BEST lakefront value in the North Shore now at this price.
  1. Listed by Jena Radnay • @properties Christie's International Real Estate

Property Details for 55 Prospect Avenue

Area
Highland Park
Township
West Deerfield
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
6.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
6.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air

Location

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LISTING UPDATED: 04/26/2024 12:11 PM

Property Details for 55 Prospect Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #11973312
Days on Market13
Taxes$101,361 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1995
Lot Size1.54 AC / 67,265 SF
CountyLake County

Location

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Building Information for 55 Prospect Avenue

Stories-Year Built1995Building Size-Lot Size1.54 AC / 67,265 SF

Payment Calculator

$37,098 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$28,651

Property Taxes

$8,447

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 55 Prospect Avenue

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 112
  • Elementary School: Indian Trail Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Edgewood Middle School
  • High School District: 112
  • High School: Highland Park High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 112
Addtl Parking Information
  • Garage Details: Heated, 7 Foot or more high garage door, Multiple Garages
  • Garage On Site: true
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Parking: Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Hot Tub, Bar-Dry, Elevator, Hardwood Floors, Heated Floors, First Floor Laundry, Second Floor Laundry, First Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Ceiling - 10 Foot, Open Floorplan, Special Millwork, Some Window Treatment
  • Num Of Rooms: 13
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Door Features: Mirrored Closet Door(s)
  • Window Features: Window Treatments
  • Community Features: Lake, Curbs, Street Paved
  • Attic: Unfinished
  • Bath Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Gas Starter
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 5
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air, Zoned
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room, Office, Recreation Room, Sitting Room, Pantry, Bedroom 5, Foyer, Walk In Closet, Utility Room-Lower Level
  • Num of Baths: 6.2
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Appliances: Oven-Double, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
  • Other Equipment: Security System, Fire Sprinklers, Sump Pump, Security Cameras
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Balcony, Patio, Hot Tub, Dog Run, Storms/Screens, Outdoor Grill, Fire Pit, Breezeway
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2006
  • Built Before 1978: No
  • Age: 26-30 Years
  • Type Detached: 2 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, Mature Trees, Lake Access, Outdoor Lighting, Views
  • Lot Size: 1.0-1.99 Acres
  • Lot Dimensions: 106X572X181X470
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Driveway: Brick,Circular
  • Exterior Building Type: Cedar, Shakes
  • Roof Type: Shake
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: None
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional
  • Public Document Count: 5
  • Document Date: 2024-02-03T15:58:32
  • Photos Count: 50
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full, Double Sink, Whirlpool & Sep Shwr
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 25X24
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 15X15
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 16X12
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 16X12
Bedroom #5 Information
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 18X15
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 16X20
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Second
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 25X21
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 22X21
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 8X10
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 22X21
Walk In Closet 1 Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Walk In Closet
  • Deck Dimensions: 13X13
Walk In Closet 2 Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Walk In Closet
  • Deck Dimensions: 14X9
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Deck Dimensions: 14X11
Recreation Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 27X10
Office Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Office
  • Deck Dimensions: 8X12
Pantry Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Pantry
  • Deck Dimensions: 5X11
Breakfast Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 12X11
Sitting Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sitting Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 13X24
Utility Room Lower Level Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Utility Room-Lower Level
  • Deck Dimensions: 23X11

Property History for 55 Prospect Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 55 Prospect Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$711,694Additions$612,265Total$1,323,959
Tax Record2023$109,880 ($9,157 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt5,444 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt5,444 SqFtStories2Lot Size67,257 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1995Year Renovated1996CountyLAKEAPN16-24-302-022Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 55 Prospect Avenue

This home is within Twp Hsd 113 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Indian Trail Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Edgewood Middle School
Public6 to 8

Highland Park High School
Public9 to 12

Elm Place School
Public6 to 8

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55 Prospect Avenue is a single family home for sale in Highland Park, IL 60035. This property was listed for sale on April 19, 2024 by @properties Christie's International Real Estate, it's currently listed at $5,250,000. It has been on the market for a total of 13 days and was last sold on September 13, 2006. This listing's school districts are Twp Hsd 113 School District, North Shore School District 112. Nearby schools include Indian Trail Elementary School, Edgewood Middle School and Highland Park High School. 55 Prospect Avenue is a 5-bed, 7-bath, 9,000 sqft single family home built in 1995.

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