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1271 N Green Bay RD Lake Forest, IL 60045

5 Beds

7.5 Baths

6,134 SqFt

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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Detached Single

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 6,134 sqft

Price per Sqft $537

MLS Listing ID 12605680

Bedrooms 5

Full Baths 7

Half Baths 1

HOA Fees $1,500/ann

Year Built 1999

Annual Tax Amount $52,864

Tax Year 2025

Lot Size 1.400 Acres

Lot Dimensions 352x260x334x78

Property Sub-Type Detached Single

Property Description

Tucked away on 1.4 pristine acres along a private lane just minutes from downtown Lake Forest, this stately French Normandy-style residence exudes timeless sophistication and exceptional craftsmanship. Custom-built in 1999 by Gene Martin, the home combines thoughtful design, solid construction, and luxurious finishes across more than 7,500 square feet of living space. The lime-washed brick facade welcomes you into a grand, two-story foyer with a sweeping staircase and herringbone oak hardwood floors. Flanking the entry, the formal living and dining rooms showcase exquisite millwork, floor-to-ceiling windows, Scalamandre window treatments, and twin gas fireplaces, creating an elegant symmetry ideal for entertaining. The de Giulio-designed kitchen is a chef's dream, featuring herringbone oak hardwood flooring, custom pine cabinetry, granite countertops, premium appliances (Viking, Sub-Zero, and Miele), a large island, and a sunlit breakfast area. Step down into the inviting family room, highlighted by a coffered ceiling, bay windows, and a stately, limestone fireplace. A handsome library with walnut built-in shelving w/ cabinets and access to a private patio provides an ideal home office. The main level also includes a spacious guest suite (or potential second primary bedroom) with a 14-foot tray ceiling, morning kitchen, and luxurious marble bath. A large, screened porch with a knotty pine, bead board ceiling and accessible via French doors from both the kitchen and family room, connects seamlessly to the bluestone patio, while the mudroom/laundry room leads to a heated 4-car garage. Upstairs, the 2nd floor landing features a wall of leaded glass panels that floods the space with light while facilitating views of the front of the property. The primary suite impresses with a 12-foot vaulted ceiling, a private balcony overlooking the grounds, a morning kitchen, an expansive walk-in closet with island, and a bonus room that can be used as a 2nd office or exercise space. The spa-like primary bath features dual vanities, a circular jetted tub, Sheryl Wagner faucetry, and a large walk-in shower. Three additional, sizable en suite bedrooms complete the second floor. The lower level offers 1,500 sq ft of finished living space and features a 2nd family room with fireplace, a game room, a full bathroom, and abundant storage. Outside, the professionally landscaped grounds feature mature trees, flowering gardens, a circular driveway, a slate roof, a sprinkler system, and multiple bluestone patios for outdoor entertaining. Perfectly located close to downtown Lake Forest, the Metra, shopping, dining, Lake Michigan, and major highways, this remarkable home blends timeless French elegance with modern comfort and convenience.

Location

State IL

County Lake

Area Lake Forest

Rooms

Basement Finished, Crawl Space, Egress Window, 9 ft + pour, Rec/Family Area, Storage Space, Full

Interior

Interior Features Vaulted Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, In-Law Floorplan, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings, Coffered Ceiling(s), Special Millwork, Granite Counters

Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned

Cooling Central Air, Zoned

Flooring Hardwood

Fireplaces Number 5

Fireplaces Type Wood Burning, Gas Log, Gas Starter

Equipment TV-Cable, Security System, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn, Air Purifier, Backup Sump Pump;, Multiple Water Heaters, Water Heater-Gas

Fireplace Y

Appliance Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood, Humidifier

Laundry Main Level, Gas Dryer Hookup, Multiple Locations, Sink

Exterior

Exterior Feature Balcony

Garage Spaces 4.0

Community Features Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

Roof Type Slate

Building

Lot Description Cul-De-Sac, Landscaped, Mature Trees

Dwelling Type Detached Single

Building Description Brick, No

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public

Level or Stories 2 Stories

Structure Type Brick

New Construction false

Schools

Elementary Schools Sheridan Elementary School

Middle Schools Deer Path Middle School

High Schools Lake Forest High School

School District 67 , 67, 115

Others

HOA Fee Include Snow Removal,Other

Ownership Fee Simple

Special Listing Condition List Broker Must Accompany

Listed by Jeffrey Folker of @properties Christie's International Real Estate

Nearby School & Business

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MY BLOGS

Vacant Land Scams are REAL

My Recent Experience with an Unauthorised Land Seller About 6 months ago, I received an email from (let's call him) Charlie. A "nothing out of the ordinary" email from a common (and mildly validating) charlie.....@hotmail stating: "I have owned the lot for many years, but a couple of years ago I moved from Illinois to California, and I would like to sell the lot. If you could please provide me with a market valuation, that would be great. We are looking to make a quick decision on this. Thank you, Charlie"

THE FRONT PORCH SWING

Oh, the memories. I remember my girls spending countless hours swinging front to back and side to side, hanging out with the neighborhood kids, splashing with the water hose, or crafting top-secret plans with their imaginations. It was awesome. How times have changed. With my two youngest girls slowly nearing college graduation and my older girls working hard in their careers, the days of simple life are taken over by group texts and long-distance daily check-ins. It's just not the same.

less is more, unless, it's for less.

Each day, I'd get my MLS home showing sheets ready, the electronic key card that opens lock-boxes, get dressed with minutes turning into seconds frantically starring at the time ticking away. All ready but just need to ...find ....one matching sock.

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Phone

+1(847) 910-5022

mario@fourdaughtersrealestate.com

Address

205 W. Miner Street, Arlington Heights, IL, 60005, USA