Tranquil privacy abounds in this sprawling Cape Cod home on an acre located on the most coveted street in East Highland Park. The residence/property is perfect for entertaining and hosting large gatherings. This 4 bedroom, 4 full bath and 1 half bath home has a first-floor primary bedroom suite, 3 fireplaces, built-ins, expansive windows, hardwood floors and gracious sized rooms. Foyer opens to an expansive living room with custom wood built-ins, wet bar, fireplace and French doors that open to large bluestone patio which is perfect for indoor/outdoor entertaining. A separate dining room opens to both the kitchen and living room. A true chef's kitchen is equipped with commercial grade stainless-steel appliances, such as Traulsen refrigerator, Garland gas range and convection oven and Southbend broiler, a separate wood-burning oven, wood cabinetry and butcher block & stainless-steel counters. Kitchen opens to a sun-filled family room with walls of windows, wood beamed ceiling, fireplace and access to patio/yard. First floor laundry room with an abundance of storage plus mud room with 1/2 bath and potting room is located off the oversized 2 car heated garage. Large primary bedroom suite with fireplace, sitting area and access to rear patio. Suite has lots of closet space with a wood paneled walk-in. Asian inspired dressing area with wood paneling, a glass vessel sink with stone counters, vanity table and built-ins. Primary bathroom with separate tub, shower and an incredible Japanese bath house with sliding shoji screens, bamboo flooring, wood soaking tub and views of the Japanese garden. 2nd bedroom, currently used as an office, with en-suite bathroom completes the first floor. Second floor features two additional bedrooms, both with full en-suite baths, plus two unfinished attic spaces that have potential to be additional living space. Unfinished lower level has a wine cellar and tons of additional storage. Stunning lush and private grounds with bluestone patio, Japanese garden and expansive yard. Ideally located close to the lakefront, schools and town. Property is an estate and is being sold "AS IS" and is in need of extensive renovation or new construction.
Single-familyProperty Type
1951Year Built
1.04 acresLot Size
$572Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Beth Wexler• @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Listed by Joey Gault• @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with Paul Mancini• @properties Christie's International Real Estate
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
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Baths
4.5
Stories
1.5
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
1.04 Acres
Year renovated
1960
Sq. Ft.
4,137
Year built
1951
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lake County
APN
16-25-104-012
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 4, 2026.
R4
Low-To-Moderate Density Residential District
This zoning district provides for low-to-moderate density residential and normal accessory uses. It is not intended to allow commercial, industrial, governmental, recreational, or like uses in this district; however, certain facilities required to serve educational, religious, or other needs of the area may be allowed within the district as conditional uses subject to restrictions intended to preserve and protect the residential character.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Day care facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Educational/school
Golf related
Park & open space
Sep 8, 2026 • Active
Plumbing
Add sprinklers to an existing automatic irrigation system.
Fire sprinkler
Plumbing
Jun 5, 2026 • Final
Plumbing
Remove and replace a reduced pressure zone backflow preventer.
Plumbing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2.5
# of Parking (Total): 2.5
Parking: Garage
Garage Ownership: Owned
Garage On-Site: Yes
Garage Type: Attached
Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Heated
Driveway: Brick,Circular
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 4
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bath Amenities: Separate Shower,Steam Shower,Full Body Spray Shower,Soaking Tub