Once in a lifetime opportunity to own one of the most coveted estates in the Midwest with a main house, attached coachhouse, guest house, pool, pool house, conservatory, and awe-inspiring gardens with 21 "rooms" spanning almost 9 acres, near Lake Michigan! This magnificent brick Georgian home was designed by noted architect Benjamin H. Marshall in 1904. He was an influential Chicago architect of the roaring 20's, most remembered for designing the Drake Hotel. The house was built for Mr. and Mrs. John T. Pirie. Mr. Pirie was president and heir to Carson, Pirie Scott & Company. The current owners purchased the estate from Laurance H. Armour, Jr. in 1988. The facade of the house reflects the Prairie School of architecture, with its row of wide windows, portico and three-story gable, with an Italianate influence featuring Tuscan columns and bowed windows. The spectacular landscape was designed in the 1920's by Rose Standish Nichols. This fabulous estate includes a breathtaking expanse of bentgrass lawns, majestic trees and a series of 21 awe-inspiring outdoor "rooms," most of which were created by the current owners who engaged prominent landscape architects throughout the development of the gardens. After the current homeowners took possession in 1988, they proceeded with a decade long house and garden renovation and expansion of remarkable stewardship enhancing the property to its current state of splendor. In the mid 90's two neighboring properties on Mayflower were purchased allowing for the expansion of the gardens and the addition of the pool house, pool and guest house. They extended the gardens well beyond the historic landscape plan employing the highest quality and nationally recognized architectural and landscape professionals, preserving its historical character and recreating a classic Lake Forest estate. The expansion was the most important events in the history of local country places in 60 years and significantly elevated the architectural quality of this section of Mayflower Road. There is elevator access to all four levels of the main house. The landscape is the collaboration of many including Tom and Kirsten Beeby, New York Garden Estate Landscape Architect & Designer Deborah Nevins, and local landscape architects Frank Mariani, Craig Bergmann, and P. Clifford Miller. The most important influence was the owner's passion and creative talent for gardening, as well as their love of nature that was the driving force behind this extraordinary one-of-a-kind landscape. There is arguably no other property like this in the country with its array of captivating garden rooms, lush, wooded ravine garden, exquisite millefleur seasonal garden beds and long-term mixed plantings, perfectly manicured hedges, majestic trees, espalier trees, and captivating beauty at every turn that brings inner peace, inspiration and exuberance showing that even in Chicago's diverse climate it is possible to have a wonderful English garden. The owner's passion for gardening and beauty is evident throughout this magnificent, meticulously maintained estate. Incredibly rare opportunity to own a one-of-a-kind Country House era estate in the heart of east Lake Forest near Lake Michigan and all that downtown Lake Forest offers.
Property Details
Property Features
Property Information:
Architectural Style: Georgian
Year Built: 1904
Living Area: 11,787 SqFt
Listing Office:
Office Name: @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Office Phone: (847) 295-0700
Listing Agent: Ann Lyon
Interior Features
Interior Information:
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Range Hood, Other, Gas Cooktop
Basement: Yes
Interior: Bar-Wet, Elevator, Hardwood Floors, Heated Floors, First Floor Bedroom, Second Floor Laundry, First Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Ceiling - 10 Foot, Ceilings - 9 Foot, Coffered Ceiling(s), Historic/Period Mlwk, Drapes/Blinds, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room, Some Insulated Wndws, Some Storm Doors, Some Wall-To-Wall Cp, Pantry
Fireplace: Wood Burning, Masonry, More than one
Bedroom and Bathroom Information:
Partial Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 8
Total Bedroom Count: 8
Exterior Features
Exterior Information:
Exterior: Patio, Porch, Brick Paver Patio, In Ground Pool, Storms/Screens, Breezeway, Workshop
This property is $13.9M more than the Median Sold Price and $929/SqFt more than other homes in Lake Forest, IL.
Based on homes sold in the last 12 months
MLS Details
MLS Information:
MLS Name: MRED
MLS Number: #12131184
Listing Office:
Office Name: @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Office Phone: (847) 295-0700
Listing Agent: Ann Lyon
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Sheridan Elementary School
1360 N Sheridan Rd
Distance between this listing and this school1.25 miles
Public District Grades PK-4
8
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Cherokee Elementary School
475 Cherokee Rd
Distance between this listing and this school1.68 miles
Public District Grades KG-4
10
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Wayne Thomas Elementary School
2939 Summit Ave
Distance between this listing and this school2.94 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
Nearby Schools
8
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Deer Path Middle School East
95 W Deerpath
Distance between this listing and this school1.24 miles
Public District Grades 5-6
7
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Deer Path Middle School West
155 W Deerpath
Distance between this listing and this school1.30 miles
Public District Grades 7-8
8
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Lake Bluff Middle School
31 E Sheridan Pl
Distance between this listing and this school2.14 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
Nearby Schools
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Lake Forest High School
1285 N McKinley Rd
Distance between this listing and this school1.39 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
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Highland Park High School
433 Vine Ave
Distance between this listing and this school3.97 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
10
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Deerfield High School
1959 Waukegan Rd
Distance between this listing and this school4.47 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $116,898. Typical income of Lake Forest, IL residents is $200k+ annually. The most common type of family is married, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 930 E Rosemary Rd
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 930 E Rosemary Rd property is $14,975,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 930 E Rosemary Rd is a house located in Lake Forest, Illinois, 60045.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 930 E Rosemary Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?
The property at 930 E Rosemary Rd has 8 bedrooms and 8 full and 2 half bathrooms.
What is the square footage of this property?
The property 930 E Rosemary Rd is 11,787 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
Which year was this property built?
The year of construction for 930 E Rosemary Rd is 1904.
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This home is located at 930 E Rosemary Rd in Lake Forest, IL and zip code 60045. This 11,787 square foot home, which was built in 1904, sits on a 8.68 acre lot. Features: 8 bedrooms, 10 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since August 15, 2024 and is currently priced at $14,975,000.
While more than 5 listings in Lake Forest, IL in October 2024 were sold above asking price, there were more than 5 listings sold at asking price, and more than 10 were sold below. In October 2024 in Lake Forest, IL there were 1.7% more homes for sale than in September 2024. In October 2024, listings were on the market for 45 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $1,045,000.
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