Striking and spacious, this Marco-designed all-brick Georgian estate is set majestically on 2.01 private acres at 711 W Old Elm Road, extensively renovated in 2023 and crowned by a brand-new DaVinci roof. A stately circular drive, mature trees, and a bluestone walk lead to a dramatic arched two-story foyer with a bridal staircase that sets the tone for the entire home. Expansive windows, French doors, abundant skylights, soaring ceilings, and hardwood floors fill the interior with natural light and create a seamless connection to the grounds. The fully renovated first floor centers on a stunning European-inspired kitchen with soaring ceilings, skylights, custom cabinetry, a custom backsplash, and a Thermador refrigerator, freezer, and dishwasher seamlessly paneled to match. An oversized island offers generous seating, and a spacious walk-in pantry provides exceptional storage. The first floor also features a private in-law/guest suite and a mudroom just off the garage. With 6,053 square feet above grade, six bedrooms, and six full and one half bathrooms, every one of them remodeled, the home delivers rare scale and finish. Upstairs, the spacious primary bedroom sits near the second-floor laundry room, while a back staircase and third-floor bedroom loft add flexibility. The finished lower level adds approximately 3,600 square feet for recreation, fitness, media, and guests, complete with a sauna and a renovated full bathroom. Outside, a spectacular in-ground pool anchors a private, resort-style backyard, complemented by a four-car garage and additional outdoor parking. All within Lake Forest High School District 115, with convenient access to Market Square, Metra, and routes to Chicago and O'Hare. Grand in scale yet made for everyday living, this is space, privacy, and modern luxury, ready to enjoy now.
Evergreen, located between Waukegan Road and the Lake Michigan shoreline, is a residential and wooded Lake Forest neighborhood with winding lanes and deep-set lots. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Market Square at E Deerpath Rd and N Western Ave, where independent boutiques, a classic bookstore, and coffee counters set a polished, walkable rhythm. Architectural cues lean toward traditional North Shore homes—brick, stone, and shingle—framed by mature trees and layered landscaping. Green space and trail corridors shape daily routines, with paths leading toward the lakefront and forest preserves. Cultural touchpoints such as Gorton Community Center and the Lake Forest Book Store anchor local programming and browsing. The pace stays quiet on side streets, then shifts to café tables and shop windows near the Square.
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Offer insights
711 W Old Elm Rd · $2,300,000
$2.31M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $2.31M+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
28 days
The average home goes pending in 50 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
100.1%
Most homes are selling 0% above list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Hot tub
French doors
Skylights and drapes
Total of 13 rooms
Two fireplaces (wood burning with gas log/gas starter) located in family room and living room
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms (plus option for a 6th)
One bedroom located in the basement
Primary suite on the second floor with full bath, double sink, shower-only configuration
Bathrooms
6 full bathrooms
1 half bathroom
Bathrooms include separate shower, steam shower options, and double sinks
Basement has at least one bathroom
Kitchen
Island and custom cabinetry
Walk-in pantry
Updated kitchen
Appliances: Gas cooktop, Gas oven, Range, Double oven, Range hood, High-end refrigerator, Freezer, Bar fridge, Dishwasher, Disposal
Laundry & utility
Second-floor laundry room
Laundry is in-unit and includes a utility sink
Washer and dryer included
Central vacuum
Flooring
Hardwood in primary living areas (family room, living room, kitchen)
Tile in dining room, mud room, and laundry
Carpet in many bedrooms and select rooms
Other flooring in loft
Heating & cooling
Natural gas heating with forced air and zoned controls
Central air with zoned cooling
Humidifier installed
Exterior features
In-ground pool
Patio
Hot tub
Fenced yard
Wooded lot
Home design
Detached single-family home
2-story design
Rehab completed in 2023
Age approximately 31–40 years
Fee simple ownership
Parking
Attached garage (heated) with 4 garage spaces
Additional parking for a total of 16 vehicles including driveway and parking lot areas
Garage equipped with garage door opener
Security
Security system
Ceiling fans throughout
Construction
Brick construction
Concrete perimeter foundation
Utilities
Water from Lake Michigan
Public sewer
HOA & community
No master association fee required
Other
Property was rehabbed in 2023
Not currently leased
Electricity and solar
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Climate risks
3/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 10-14% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 98° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Lake Forest, IL • 60045
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Sun exposure
97/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 9% for direct sun exposure in Lake Forest. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 711 W Old Elm Rd
$2,247,928
$52K under list price of $2.30M
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The Redfin Estimate uses 5 recent nearby sales, priced between $1.4M to $2.6M.