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51 N Green Bay Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
About this home
Magnificent estate that is close to town and Lake Forest Country Day School. Designed by Ambrose Cramer and meticulously expanded and totally renovated by Hammond Beeby Architects in 2008, this gorgeous home is truly one-of-a-kind and in pristine condition. The spectacular gardens were included on the Centennial Celebration in the Lake Forest Garden Club Garden Walk. Superior quality construction with an elevator, a Ludowici Clay tile roof, zinc coated copper gutters and downspouts, a fabulous high-end gourmet kitchen with butler's pantry, gleaming Birger Juell hardwood floors, and intricate millwork throughout. Beautifully updated bathrooms with his and hers master baths and dressing rooms. Stunning finishes and lighting throughout. Large and gracious rooms overlook professionally landscaped grounds with stunning gardens and exquisite water features. Generator and attached, heated 3 car garage with custom doors and built-in storage. Sitting Room/Dressing Room could become a 5th bedroom or Nursery. Enjoy the privacy that this property affords and the tranquility rarely found.
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Sale history for 51 N Green Bay Rd
$465/sq ft
$528/sq ft
Tax history for 51 N Green Bay Rd
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
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Property details
Parking
- Parking Information
- # Of Cars: 3
- # of Garage Spaces: 3
- Parking: Garage
- Garage Ownership: Owned
- Garage On-Site: Yes
- Garage Type: Attached
- Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Heated
- Driveway: Asphalt,Brick
Interior
- Bathroom Information
- # of Baths (Full): 4
- # of Baths (1/2): 3
- Bath Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower
- Bedroom Information
- # of Bedrooms: 4
- # of Bedrooms Possible: 4
- Room Information
- Room Type: Sitting Room
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 16 x 12
- Flooring: Carpet
- Room Information
- Room Type: Office
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 23 x 13
- Window Treatments: Plantation Shutters
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Room Information
- Room Type: Library
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 18 x 11
- Window Treatments: Curtains/Drapes
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Room Information
- Room Type: Foyer
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 15 x 13
- Flooring: Terracotta
- Room Information
- Room Type: Heated Sun Room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 22 x 7
- Flooring: Slate
- Room Information
- Room Type: Enclosed Porch Heated
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 22 x 7
- Room Information
- Room Type: Mud Room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 10 x 6
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Room Information
- Room Type: Pantry
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 12 x 10
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Room Information
- Room Type: Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 20 x 14
- Flooring: Carpet
- Room Information
- Room Type: Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 17 x 13
- Window Treatments: Curtains/Drapes
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Room Information
- Room Type: Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 15 x 12
- Window Treatments: Curtains/Drapes
- Flooring: Carpet
- Room Information
- Room Type: Dining Room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 24 x 16
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Room Information
- Room Type: Family Room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 21 x 18
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Room Information
- Room Type: Kitchen
- Type: Eating Area-Table Space,Island,Pantry-Butler
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 29 x 17
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Room Information
- Room Type: Laundry
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 14 x 6
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile
- Room Information
- Room Type: Living Room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 24 x 19
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Room Information
- Room Type: Master Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 20 x 14
- Flooring: Carpet
- Bath: Full
- Additional Rooms Information
- Attic: Interior Stair
- Dining Room: Separate
- Basement: Partial, Walkout
- Basement Description: Unfinished,Crawl,Exterior Access
- Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Sink
- Interior Features
- Interior Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Bar-Wet, Elevator, Hardwood Floors, Heated Floors
- # of Rooms: 13
- Equipment
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood
- Humidifier, TV-Cable, Security System, CO Detectors, Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn, Backup Sump Pump;, Generator
- Fireplace Information
- # of Fireplaces: 5
- Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room,Other
- Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Gas Log, Gas Starter
Exterior
- Exterior Features
- Exterior Features: Balcony, Patio, Porch, Brick Paver Patio
- Building Information
- Living Area Source: Assessor
- Exterior Building Type: Cedar,Wood Siding
- Age: 91-100 Years
- Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
- Roof: Tile
- Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
- Property Information
- Property Type: Detached Single
- Property Type: 2 Stories
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property Currently Being Leased: No
- Rebuilt (Y/N): No
- Rehab (Y/N): Yes
- Rehab Year: 2008
- General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train
- Parcel Number: 12333050010000
- Lot Information
- Dimensions: 24X120X399X143X49X156X648
- Lot Size: 1.0-1.99 Acres
- Lot Features: Fenced Yard, Irregular Lot, Landscaped, Mature Trees, Garden, Outdoor Lighting, Sidewalks, Streetlights, Wood Fence
Financial
- Tax Information
- Tax Annual Amount: $48,323.12
- Tax Year: 2020
- Financial Information
- Finance Code: Conventional
- Special Service Area: N
Utilities
- Utility Information
- Water Source: Lake Michigan
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Electric: Service - 400 Amp or Greater
- Heating & Cooling
- Heating: Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
Location
- Community Information
- Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
- Homeowners Association Information
- Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
- School Information
- Elementary School District: 67
- Elementary School: Sheridan Elementary School
- Middle Or Junior School District: 67
- Middle Or Junior School: Deer Path Middle School
- High School District: 115
- High School: Lake Forest High School
- Location Information
- Township: Shields
- Corporate Limits: Lake Forest
- Directions: Deerpath east to Green Bay, south to house number.
Public facts
- Beds: —
- Baths: 7.5
- Sq. Ft.: 7,102
- Stories: 2.0
- Lot Size: 1.77 acres
- Style: Single Family Residential
- Year Built: 1925
- Year Renovated: 1934
- County: Lake County
- APN: 12-33-305-001
Other
- Listing Information
- Holds Earnest Money: Yes
- Possession: Closing
Around this home
Schools
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 2.0mi
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.0mi
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi
Lifestyle
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Climate risks
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
7 days above 97° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.2 hours in June and 3.3 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.
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