1490 Lake Road
Lake Forest, IL, 60045 $ 5,850,000
Bedrooms6 Baths6.3 Sq 13,975 Monthly Estimate*
$ 36,019
for $5,850,000 with 6 bedrooms and 6 full baths, 3 half baths. This 13,975 square foot home was built in 1989.
This historic Normandy manor on coveted Lake Road combines timeless elegance with an array of magnificent modern updates. A grand two story entry hall welcomes you into the massive estate, immediately establishing an ambiance of sophisticated luxury. The formal living spaces are designed for grand entertaining, offering sweeping views of the spacious, professionally landscaped yard. The fully fenced grounds serve as a private resort, featuring an expansive bluestone patio, a sparkling in-ground swimming pool, a custom relaxation pergola. Significant capital improvements over the last six years ensure absolute peace of mind, including completely rebuilt exterior brick walls, five fully rehabbed bathrooms, updated pool equipment, a renovated pool house, and a fresh coat of interior paint throughout. Even the hallway balustrades have been replaced to meet modern safety codes and meticulously stained to match the original historic woodwork. The heart of the home features a formal twenty-seven by seventeen foot dining room that boasts custom Chinese themed wall treatments, soaring high ceilings, and rich herringbone hardwood floors. Nearby, the stunning Peacock Kitchen has been recently updated to be light and bright. This culinary space features a generous center island, premium granite countertops, high end appliances, and an abundance of pantry and cupboard space, complemented by a dedicated planning area to the south. Large windows and elegant French doors open from the kitchen onto enchanting courtyard gardens centered around a tranquil fountain. For seamless indoor outdoor living during pleasant weather, a twenty-one by eleven foot screened porch provides a protected retreat surrounded by mature perennial gardens, offering direct access to the pool area. Accommodations in this estate are remarkably flexible and luxurious, beginning with a private first floor bedroom suite custom designed with every amenity and a private bathroom. However, the true crowning jewel of the home is the second floor primary suite, which offers an even more lavish and luxurious sanctuary than the main level space. The rest of the second floor is equally impressive, where each additional bedroom features its own recently updated private bathroom. This level also serves as an entertainment hub, boasting a secondary kitchen and a massive thirty-five by twenty foot theatre room equipped with a brand new one hundred inch television. Adding to the incredible versatility of this property is a fully functional, separately metered coach house that provides the perfect private accommodations for guests.
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FeaturesGeneralLiving Area 13975
Sewer Public Sewer Storm Sewer
Heating Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Possession Closing
Garage Spaces 5
Association Fee Includes None
Architectural Style Traditional
Construction Materials Brick
Year Built 1989
Electric Circuit Breakers 200+ Amp Service
Township Shields
Tax Year 2024
Ownership Fee Simple
Assoc Fee Paid Per Not Applicable
County Lake
New Construction N
Property Type Residential Detached Single
Total Rooms 12
Full Baths 6
Status Active
Directions Sheridan Road to Spruce east to Lake turn left-second driveway
High School Lake Forest High School
City Lake Forest
High School District 115
MLS Area Lake Forest
Elementary School Sheridan Elementary School
Tax Annual Amount 44209
Middle/Junior High School Deer Path Middle School
Standard Status Active
Middle/Junior School District 67
Elementary School District 67
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InteriorInterior Amenities Vaulted Ceiling(s) Cathedral Ceiling(s) Dry Bar 1st Floor Bedroom 1st Floor Full Bath
Basement Unfinished Full
Flooring Hardwood
Total Fireplaces 7
Fireplace Features Wood Burning Gas Starter
Half Baths 3
Laundry Features Gas Dryer Hookup Electric Dryer Hookup
Total Bedrooms 6
Room Type Kitchen Bedroom 5 Bedroom 6 Foyer Screened Porch Theatre Room Gallery Utility Room-2nd Floor
Total Baths 9
Bedrooms Possible 6
Bathroom Whirlpool Separate Shower Double Sink
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ExteriorParking Features Brick Driveway Garage Door Opener Heated Garage Yes Garage Owned Attached Detached Off Street Garage
Water Source Public
Total Parking 11
Lot Dimensions 1.52
Waterfront Y/N N
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* Excluded FeaturesList ByColdwell Banker RealtyBroker
laura.henderson@cbexchange.comEmail
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- Monthly Principal & Interest
- $36,019
- Monthly Property Taxes
- $3,684
- Monthly Home Insurance
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Learn more about how to save NearbySingle family listings in Lake Forest, IL
Average List Price $2,418,812
Percent of Sale Price 59%
About Lake Forest, IL 19,888 Population
-2% Since 2002
$ 164,533 Median Income
46.48 Median Age
33% Households with Children
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567642 Elementary School
567092 Middle School
Lake Forest High School High School
Pricing History| Date | Price | Price Change | Description |
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| 5/18/2026 | $5,850,000 | | Listed Price |