261 E Onwentsia Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045

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261 E Onwentsia Road,Lake Forest, IL 60045
$6,500,000
  • 8 Beds
  • 13 Baths
  • 11,542 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
Listed by: elizabeth wieneke
Office: compass
MLS#:12457563
Source:MLSNI

Price summary

  • Price:$6,500,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$563.16

About this home

Nestled in the heart of East Lake Forest, this exquisite estate seamlessly blends elegant architecture with natural splendor, set on nearly three gated acres. Crafted in collaboration with the esteemed architect Darcy Bonner in 2010, it epitomizes a harmonious fusion of style, functionality, and serene Santa Barbara-inspired living. The property is enveloped by pollinating gardens, native flora, and a fruit orchard, offering abundant privacy. The home's design features clean lines, soaring ceilings, and expansive windows that bathe each room in natural light while providing breathtaking views. The grand foyer opens into a spacious living room, centered around a bronze-clad fireplace and a chic bar, with multiple French doors leading to a stone terrace. The dining room is equally captivating, boasting a glass fireplace, a platinum leaf ceiling, and hardwood floors with a distinctive nickel inlay. The first-floor primary suite serves as a true retreat, complete with a cozy fireplace, a

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Home facts

  • Year built:2010
  • Listing ID #:12457563
  • Added:125 day(s) ago
  • Updated:January 01, 2026 at 11:55 AM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:8
  • Total bathrooms:13
  • Full bathrooms:10
  • Half bathrooms:3
  • Living area:11,542 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:Central Air
  • Heating:Natural Gas, Radiant

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Tile
  • Year built:2010
  • Building area:11,542 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:2.9 Acres

Schools

  • High school:Lake Forest High School
  • Middle school:Deer Path Middle School
  • Elementary school:Cherokee Elementary School

Utilities

  • Water:Lake Michigan
  • Sewer:Public Sewer

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$6,500,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$563.16
  • Tax amount:$79,284 (2023)
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