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About this home
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
$854Price/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 · $5,995,000
$6.15M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $6.15M+ is a strong offer
SALE-TO-LIST
99.9%
Most homes are selling 0% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$5,995,000
Median list price in this area is $443,210. (93% lower than this home)
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Library
Game room
Heated sunroom
Separate dining room
Finished basement with exterior entry
Four gas-log fireplaces in the family room, living room, primary bedroom, and basement
Ceiling fans
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms, all on the second floor
Bathrooms
6 full bathrooms and 1 half bathroom
Whirlpool tub, separate shower, and double sink
Kitchen
Eating area with table space and island
Range, microwave, dishwasher, high-end refrigerator, and disposal
Laundry & utility
Second-floor laundry with sink
Washer and dryer
Multiple water heaters
Flooring
Hardwood, carpet, stone, and ceramic tile
Heating & cooling
Forced-air and steam heating
Central air conditioning with zoning
Exterior features
Lake Michigan waterfront with beach access and water views
Landscaped grounds with mature trees
Patio
Home design
Detached home
Two stories
Parking
Attached four-car garage
Garage door opener
Asphalt and concrete parking
Security
Security system
Construction
Built approximately 31–40 years ago
Synthetic stucco construction
Asphalt roof
Utilities
Lake Michigan water
Public sewer
200+ amp electrical service
HOA & community
Master association fee not required
Community park
Electricity and solar
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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
93/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Lake Forest. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.7 hrs
5.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 901 Lake Rd
We cannot show automated home-value estimates for this home.
Nearby homes have recently sold between $1,775,000 and $7,000,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 5 recent nearby sales, priced between $1.8M to $7.0M.