Experience the rare privilege of Lake Michigan living in one of Lake Forest's most distinguished locations, set along prestigious Lake Road. This exceptional Neoclassic home provides an elegant and comfortable lifestyle built for entertaining and offers beautiful lake views, beach access, and a rare sense of privacy and tranquility. Spacious rooms, high ceilings, custom millwork, hardwood & stone flooring and attention to detail can be found throughout. There is also the added bonus of an elevator to access all three levels. The formal living room with fireplace features French doors opening out to the bluestone covered patio, creating a sophisticated setting for morning coffee or sunset cocktails. Both the wood paneled library and formal dining room with built-ins provide sweeping lake views. The all white kitchen with center island and light filled eating area features Viking, Subzero and Miele appliances. The kitchen flows into the family room with coffered ceiling and fireplace. French doors provide access to the 4 season bluestone sunroom overlooking the yard and lake. Upstairs are 5 en-suite bedrooms, including the primary suite. The generously sized primary bedroom features 2 walk-in closets, a sitting area with fireplace and a Juliette balcony providing dramatic lake views. Luxury marble bath includes double sinks, Jacuzzi tub and an oversized separate shower. The large laundry room with abundant storage can also be found on this level. Finished Lower Level with high ceilings, 2nd family room with fireplace, huge golf simulator space, full bath with sauna and tons of storage. 4 car heated garage and snow melt driveway. A coveted setting that captures the very best of lakeside living-just minutes from the amenities and charm of Lake Forest.
Single-familyProperty Type
1990Year Built
1.35 acresLot Size
$905Price/Sq.Ft.
4 car garageParking
Listed by Donna Mancuso• Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
Listed by Jean Anderson• Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
North Shore, located between Evanston and Lake Forest, is a residential and lakeside Chicago neighborhood with leafy ravines and a shoreline park system. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Metra stations and village centers along Green Bay Road, where independent cafes, bookstores, and small galleries line walkable blocks. Writers Theatre and the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts anchor the cultural calendar, while the Chicago Botanic Garden sets a seasonal rhythm just beyond the lakefront. Streets of brick Colonials, Tudors, and mid-century homes sit behind mature trees and stone walls. Lake Michigan beaches and the Green Bay Trail shape daily routines with long, linear outdoor corridors. Commuter rail and lakefront drives connect the area to downtown without changing its quiet, curated pace.
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Offer insights
901 Lake Rd · $6,350,000
$6.38M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $6.38M+ is a strong offer
SALE-TO-LIST
100.1%
Most homes are selling 0% above list price.
LIST PRICE
$6,350,000
Median list price in this area is $468,820. (93% lower than this home)
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
13 total rooms
Finished basement with exterior entry
Security system
Ceiling fan(s)
Sprinkler system (lawn)
Multiple water heaters
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms total
Master bedroom on second floor
Additional bedroom on second floor (16 x 16)
Four bedrooms located on upper level
Bathrooms
6 full bathrooms
1 half bathroom
Master and other baths include whirlpool, separate shower, and double sinks
Basement has bathroom(s)
Kitchen
Range
Microwave
Dishwasher
High-end refrigerator
Disposal
Island and eating area/table space
Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer included
Upper-level laundry with sink
Flooring
Hardwood in main living areas
Stone flooring in kitchen and heated sun room
Ceramic tile in laundry
Carpet in bedrooms, family room (down), game room
Heating & cooling
Natural gas heating
Forced air and steam heating
Central air conditioning
Zoned cooling
Fireplaces
4 fireplaces (gas log) located in family room, living room, master bedroom, and basement
Exterior features
Patio
Landscaped lot with mature trees
Lakefront property with beach access and water view (Lake Michigan)
Home design
Detached single-family home
2-story design
Fee simple ownership
Living area based on plans
Age: approximately 31–40 years
Parking
Attached garage
Garage door opener
Asphalt and concrete driveway
4 garage/total parking spaces
Security
Security system
Construction
Synthetic stucco exterior
Asphalt roof
Built before 1978: No
Utilities
Water source: Lake Michigan
Public sewer
200+ amp electric service
HOA & community
No master association fee required
Community features include nearby park
Financial info
Special service area: No
Other
School bus service and commuter train access
Electricity and solar
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This is a new listing, so no sales records exist yet. As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$68,217 (+5.4%)
$565,512 + $631,592
$1,197,104
2024
$64,733 (+8.5%)
$565,512 + $631,592
$1,197,104
2023
$59,687 (+5.7%)
$518,916 + $579,551
$1,098,467
2022
$56,464 (+2.9%)
$455,573 + $508,807
$964,380
2021
$54,893 (−3.0%)
$446,950 + $499,177
$946,127
2020
$56,575 (+5.3%)
$443,095 + $494,872
$937,967
2019
$53,749 (−30.7%)
$437,368 + $538,098
$975,466
2018
$77,569 (+3.4%)
$585,863 + $888,377
$1,474,240
2017
$75,004 (+4.2%)
$585,863 + $888,377
$1,474,240
2016
$71,951 (+1.1%)
$576,070 + $873,527
$1,449,597
2015
$71,158 (−15.3%)
$548,325 + $831,455
$1,379,780
2013
$83,985 (+2.0%)
$616,921 + $907,303
$1,524,224
2012
$82,342 (+2.6%)
$645,645 + $949,547
$1,595,192
2011
$80,282 (−1.1%)
$687,149 + $1,010,586
$1,697,735
2010
$81,189 (−0.1%)
$964,102 + $894,820
$1,858,922
2008
$81,307 (+7.1%)
$1,052,858 + $977,198
$2,030,056
2007
$75,919
$1,045,063 + $969,963
$2,015,026
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
—
Baths
6.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.35 Acres
Year renovated
1990
Finished Sq. Ft.
9,927
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
9,927
Year built
1990
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lake County
APN
12-27-302-027
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 28, 2026.
Jul 10, 2024 • Final
Building
Remove and replace a portion of the driveway.
Grading
Jul 1, 2015 • Final
Electrical
Install a backup generator.
Electrical
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.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° 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
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.
10.2 hrs
3.3 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 901 Lake Rd
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $2,100,000 and $6,250,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $2.1M to $6.3M.