255 N Green Bay Road
Lake Forest, IL, 60045 $ 5,495,000
Bedrooms7 Baths8.3 Sq 15,000 Monthly Estimate*
$ 36,521
for $5,495,000 with 7 bedrooms and 8 full baths, 3 half baths. This 15,000 square foot home was built in 1934 on a lot size of 5.4.
Suffield House is considered one of renowned architect David Adler's most important country houses. A collaboration with his designer sister, Frances Adler Elkins, this 15,000 sqft residence completed in 1934 is on 5.4 acres in the heart of Lake Forest. Built for Mrs. J. Ogden "Lolita" Armour, the entrance is neo-Georgian while the rest of the 15,000 square foot home was designed in a classical French style. The brick is whitewashed, with the warmth of buff pink coming through. This home's interior is loaded with priceless, perfectly preserved architectural features, including imported English paneling, antique Chinese oil paintings, exotic marbles, ornate plaster moldings and decoration, original light fixtures, nine fireplaces (each more beautiful than the next), custom millwork, and a handsome Versailles patterned hardwood floor. This home was ahead of its time with features including a 4-stop passenger elevator and a sophisticated central heat and air conditioning system. Designed for entertaining on a grand scale, the main level has a series of exquisite formal rooms, supported by a service area that rivals the manor home in Downton Abbey with a butler's pantry, kitchen, breakfast room, silver vault, and a flower arranging room. On the second level are five en suite bedrooms, including a large primary suite, plus a 1,000 sqft 2 bedroom, 2 bath staff apartment. The top level offers potential for expansion with another 2-bedroom apartment, a large cedar closet, a gift-wrapping room, an exercise room, and storage. A spacious, paneled rec room with a fireplace is a surprise feature in the otherwise utilitarian basement, including a laundry center, vault, wine room, multiple storage rooms, and mechanicals. Recreational features include a beautiful pool, spa, and pool house with a great room, kitchen, dual baths, laundry, and a huge fenced backyard. The property also includes a carriage house that would make a great art studio, home office, or guest suite. Other features include a deep 4-car garage and storage facilities for landscaping equipment. Available for the first time in nearly 50 years, this is a rare opportunity to own a truly exceptional home by one of the most significant residential architects of all time!
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FeaturesGeneralInterior Features Skylight(s) Elevator Hardwood Floors In-Law Arrangement Historic/Period Mlwk Paneling Pantry Workshop Area (Interior)
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Natural Gas Forced Air Steam Radiator(s) Sep Heating Systems - 2+ Zoned
Cooling Central Air Zoned
Possession Closing
Roof Other
Appliances Double Oven Range Microwave Dishwasher Refrigerator High End Refrigerator Freezer Washer Dryer Range Hood
Exterior Features Hot Tub Brick Paver Patio In Ground Pool
Garage Spaces 4
Association Fee Includes None
Architectural Style French Provincial
Year Built 1934
Electric Circuit Breakers
Township Shields
Tax Year 2022
Percent Ownership Fee Simple
Community Features Pool Gated
Assoc Fee Paid Per Not Applicable
County Lake
New Construction N
Property Type Residential Detached Single
Other Structures Dog Kennel Outbuilding Pergola Pool House
Total Rooms 13
Status Active
Directions Suffield House is on the east side of Green Bay Road between Westleigh and Deerpath. It is just north and east of the main entrance of Onwentsia Club.
High School Lake Forest High School
City Lake Forest
High School District 115
MLS Area Lake Forest
Waterfront Y/N N
Street Name Green Bay
Elementary School Sheridan Elementary School
Tax Annual Amount 99582.78
Middle/Junior High School Deer Path Middle School
Additional Parcels Y/N N
Days on Market 13
Standard Status Active
Middle/Junior School District 67
Elementary School District 67
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InteriorBasement Full Partially Finished
Total Fireplaces 9
Fireplace Features Wood Burning
Full Baths 8
Half Baths 3
Street Suffix Road
Total Bedrooms 7
Room Type Foyer Bedroom 5 Gallery Walk In Closet Library Sun Room Bedroom 6 Breakfast Room Bedroom 7
Total Baths 11
Bedrooms Possible 7
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ExteriorLot Features Fenced Yard Golf Course Lot Landscaped Mature Trees Garden
Water Source Lake Michigan
Total Parking 10
Lot Dimensions 412 X 625 X 400 X 711
Lot Size Acres 5.4
Other Equipment Humidifier Security System Sprinkler-Lawn Generator Multiple Water Heaters Security Cameras
Garage Onsite Yes
Garage Type Detached
Garage Ownership Owned
Exterior Brick
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* Excluded FeaturesList ByEngel & Voelkers ChicagoBroker
jennifer.ames@evrealestate.comEmail
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- Monthly Principal & Interest
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- $8,299
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Pricing HistoryDate | Price | Price Change | Description |
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5/3/2024 | $5,495,000 | | Listed Price |