This is a rare opportunity to own the only known Irving Tobocman-designed home in North Oakland County. Inspired by Bauhaus architects Mies Van Der Rohe and Albert Kahn, this pristine and untouched 1978 Irving Tobocman masterpiece is a 3,500 sq ft modernist icon that sits privately on two serene acres of an historic apple orchard. It is being offered publicly for the first time. Step into the dramatic foyer into the breathtaking 48 x 24-foot great room, where 21-foot custom-milled white oak vaulted ceilings soar above floor-to-ceiling glass walls that frame sweeping ravines. The gourmet kitchen features an oversized island, dual Bosch dishwashers, and new double ovens, flowing seamlessly to secluded decks suspended among the treetops. The first-floor primary sanctuary offers a Japanese soaking tub, expansive custom closet, and flexible studio space. The daylight lower level includes three bedroom suites, a sprawling family room, and enormous storage room. Additional highlights include a heated 3.5-car garage with its own cathedral ceilings - ideal for the car enthusiast or artisan - plus a workshop. This is not merely a home; it is living sculpture - meticulously preserved, profoundly peaceful, and perfectly integrated with nature. For the buyer seeking true architectural significance and modernist integrity, this is the one.
Single-familyProperty Type
1976Year Built
1.98 acresLot Size
$330Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Karen Wilson• Real Estate One-Rochester
•248-652-6500 (broker)
•erikelsea@realestateone.com (broker)
Bought with Deborah Gannes• @properties Christie's Int'l R.E. Birmingham
This is a rare opportunity to own the only known Irving Tobocman-designed home in North Oakland County. Inspired by Bauhaus architects Mies Van Der Rohe and Albert Kahn, this pristine and untouched 1978 Irving Tobocman masterpiece is a 3,500 sq ft modernist icon that sits privately on two serene acres of an historic apple orchard. It is being offered publicly for the first time. Step into the dramatic foyer into the breathtaking 48 x 24-foot great room, where 21-foot custom-milled white oak vaulted ceilings soar above floor-to-ceiling glass walls that frame sweeping ravines. The gourmet kitchen features an oversized island, dual Bosch dishwashers, and new double ovens, flowing seamlessly to secluded decks suspended among the treetops. The first-floor primary sanctuary offers a Japanese soaking tub, expansive custom closet, and flexible studio space. The daylight lower level includes three bedroom suites, a sprawling family room, and enormous storage room. Additional highlights include a heated 3.5-car garage with its own cathedral ceilings—ideal for the car enthusiast or artisan—plus a workshop. This is not merely a home; it is living sculpture—meticulously preserved, profoundly peaceful, and perfectly integrated with nature. For the buyer seeking true architectural significance and modernist integrity, this is the one.
Greater Lansing AoR #60956041
Jan 30, 2026
Sold
$1,100,000
$334/sq ft
Jan 30, 2026
Sold
$1,100,000
$334/sq ft
Jan 21, 2026
Pending
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Jan 12, 2026
Price Changed
$975,000
$296/sq ft
Dec 19, 2025
Relisted
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Dec 15, 2025
Pending
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Nov 28, 2025
Listed
$975,000
$296/sq ft
Nov 28, 2025
Listed
$1,095,000
$333/sq ft
This is a rare opportunity to own the only known Irving Tobocman-designed home in North Oakland County. Inspired by Bauhaus architects Mies Van Der Rohe and Albert Kahn, this pristine and untouched 1978 Irving Tobocman masterpiece is a 3,500 sq ft modernist icon that sits privately on two serene acres of an historic apple orchard. It is being offered publicly for the first time. Step into the dramatic foyer into the breathtaking 48 x 24-foot great room, where 21-foot custom-milled white oak vaulted ceilings soar above floor-to-ceiling glass walls that frame sweeping ravines. The gourmet kitchen features an oversized island, dual Bosch dishwashers, and new double ovens, flowing seamlessly to secluded decks suspended among the treetops. The first-floor primary sanctuary offers a Japanese soaking tub, expansive custom closet, and flexible studio space. The daylight lower level includes three bedroom suites, a sprawling family room, and enormous storage room. Additional highlights include a heated 3.5-car garage with its own cathedral ceilings - ideal for the car enthusiast or artisan - plus a workshop. This is not merely a home; it is living sculpture - meticulously preserved, profoundly peaceful, and perfectly integrated with nature. For the buyer seeking true architectural significance and modernist integrity, this is the one.
REALCOMP #24077069
Dec 31, 2004
Listing Removed
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Jun 23, 2004
Listed
$795,000
$242/sq ft
REALCOMP #24063226
Jun 23, 2004
Listing Removed
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May 26, 2004
Listed
$825,000
$251/sq ft
REALCOMP #23125438
May 25, 2004
Listing Removed
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Dec 4, 2003
Listed
$874,900
$266/sq ft
REALCOMP #23107339
Dec 4, 2003
Listing Removed
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Oct 10, 2003
Listed
$950,000
$289/sq ft
REALCOMP #23064146
Oct 10, 2003
Listing Removed
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Jun 23, 2003
Listed
$950,000
$289/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,681 (+3.2%)
2024
$10,355 (+5.0%)
2023
$9,860 (+3.6%)
2022
$9,521 (+5.6%)
2021
$9,018 (−3.2%)
2020
$9,313 (+1.4%)
2019
$9,184 (+0.7%)
2018
$9,117 (+1.8%)
2017
$8,959 (+0.7%)
2016
$8,898 (−0.7%)
2015
$8,960 (+0.6%)
2014
$8,910 (+0.6%)
2013
$8,858
Tax history for 854 Northgate Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,681 (+3.2%)
2024
$10,355 (+5.0%)
2023
$9,860 (+3.6%)
2022
$9,521 (+5.6%)
2021
$9,018 (−3.2%)
2020
$9,313 (+1.4%)
2019
$9,184 (+0.7%)
2018
$9,117 (+1.8%)
2017
$8,959 (+0.7%)
2016
$8,898 (−0.7%)
2015
$8,960 (+0.6%)
2014
$8,910 (+0.6%)
2013
$8,858
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
3.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.98 Acres
Year renovated
1983
Sq. Ft.
5,091
Year built
1976
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Oakland County
APN
N -10-34-351-007
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 13, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Parking Spaces in Garage: 3.5
Garage Type: Attached Garage, Electric In Garage, Gar Door Opener, Heated Garage, Direct Access