499 W Old Mill Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045

Lake Forest
Local realty services provided by:ERA Naper Realty
499 W Old Mill Road,Lake Forest, IL 60045
$4,700,000
  • 4 Beds
  • 7 Baths
  • 5,576 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
Listed by: donna mancuso, jean anderson
Office: jameson sotheby's international realty
MLS#:12628867
Source:MLSNI

Price summary

  • Price:$4,700,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$842.9

About this home

This sprawling Tudor style estate is nestled on nearly 10 enchanting acres. Fully fenced, this amazing property borders a public prairie reserve that has been restored to and beyond the historic Jens Jensen design. The grounds are the design pallet that has created award winning gardens across the entire North-Shore and Wisconsin. Featuring a butterfly garden, an organic potager garden, orchard, vineyard, sprawling lawns, and a stocked fishing and water lily pond. The homes interior has been masterfully decorated and restored to its century old elegance. From the original unique ceiling moldings to the Walnut paneling and bookcases this home is beyond compare. The living room features 10 foot ceilings and is perfectly scaled for entertaining and gathering with family and special friends. The elegant dining room with fireplace and leaded glass windows make seasonal dining inside a very special occasion. Across the marble foyer from the dining room is a Southern facing Cypress paneled...

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Home facts

  • Year built:1935
  • Listing ID #:12628867
  • Updated:May 16, 2026 at 10:48 AM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:4
  • Total bathrooms:7
  • Full bathrooms:5
  • Half bathrooms:2
  • Rooms Total:12
  • Dining Description:Separate Dining Room
  • Bathrooms Description:Double Sinks, Separate Shower
  • Kitchen Description:Bar Fridge, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, High End Refrigerator, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Wine Refrigerator
  • Basement Description:Full, Unfinished
  • Living area:5,576 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:Central Air
  • Heating:Natural Gas
  • Central air:Yes

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Shake
  • Year built:1935
  • Building area:5,576 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:9.62 Acres
  • Architectural Style:Tudor
  • Exterior Features:Dog Run, Fire Pit, Outdoor Grill
  • Levels:3 Story

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Water:Lake Michigan
  • Sewer:Public Sewer

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$4,700,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$842.9
  • Tax amount:$44,788 (2024)

Features and amenities

  • Laundry features:Dryer, Washer
  • Amenities:CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Intercom, Security System, Sprinkler-Lawn, TV-Cable

Parking

  • Total parking spaces:10
  • Parking description:Attached Garage, Garage
  • Garage:Yes
  • Garage spaces:4
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